BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//WP EVENT Manager Ical//NONSGML Events//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN BEGIN:VEVENT UID:event-111917@customcanineunlimited.com DTSTAMP:20261017T133710Z DTSTART:20261123T140000Z DTEND:20261211T220000Z LOCATION:3266 Old Cornelia Hwy\, Gainesville\, GA 30507 SUMMARY:Single Purpose K9 Handler Course DESCRIPTION:REGISTERElite Single Purpose K9 Handler Course – Gainesville\ , GAThe Single Purpose K9 Handler Course is a structured Veteran-focused t raining program designed to prepare students to certify as a drug detectio n dog handler or tracking dog handler.\nThis course provides the foundatio nal knowledge\, hands-on application\, and professional standards required to begin a career as a working K9 handler.\nParticipants train in both cl assroom instruction and controlled field environments to develop operation al competence\, safe canine management practices\, and defensible document ation habits.\nWho This Course Is For\n\nVeterans pursuing a career as a K 9 Handler\n\n\nIndividuals seeking certification as a drug detection handl er\n\n\nIndividuals seeking certification as a tracking dog handler\n\n\nS kill Level: Intermediate\nWho This Is NOT For\n\nNon-Veterans\n\n\nIndivid uals not committed to professional K9 handling careers\n\n\nPrimary Object ive\n\n\nPrepare students for a professional career as a certified K9 Hand ler in the selected discipline.\nStudents will graduate prepared to deploy \, document\, and maintain their assigned canine partner within recognized operational standards.\nWhat You Will Learn\nParticipants will receive st ructured training in:\n\n\nDetection fundamentals (drug detection track)\n \n\nTracking fundamentals (tracking track)\n\n\nCanine care and health man agement\n\n\nSafe handling and deployment principles\n\n\nLegal considerat ions influencing K9 deployments\n\n\nDocumentation practices that support defensibility\n\n\nHandlers will build competence through repetition\, sup ervised application\, and structured performance evaluation.\nFor legal re ference regarding case law considerations influencing K9 deployments\, stu dents may review federal case summaries through theLegal Information Insti tute.\nKey Benefits\n\n\nLearn how to properly care for\, train\, and hand le a canine partner\n\n\nUtilize a canine partner to track a person or loc ate concealed drugs\n\n\nCertify as a K9 Team\n\n\nBuild professional cred ibility\n\n\nReduce operational liability\n\n\nTraining Format\nClassroom + Hands-On Application\nStudents train in structured classroom sessions an d controlled field exercises designed to simulate real-world deployment co nditions.\nProfessional Standards & Career Pathways\nThe Single Purpose K9 Handler Course is structured to prepare Veterans for professional deploym ent standards across law enforcement\, security\, and contractor environme nts. Students are trained not only in detection or tracking fundamentals\, but also in the professional expectations associated with working dog pro grams.\nEmphasis is placed on consistency\, handler accountability\, and s tructured performance development. Students learn how to maintain training records\, evaluate canine reliability\, identify performance gaps\, and i mplement corrective training strategies. These habits support long-term op erational readiness and strengthen professional credibility.\nGraduates of the Single Purpose K9 Handler Course are positioned to enter the field wi th a clear understanding of safe handling practices\, ethical deployment s tandards\, and documentation expectations that align with current best pra ctices. The objective is not only certification\, but preparedness for a s ustainable career as a K9 Handler.\nProgram Eligibility & Credentials\n\nG I Bill Eligible: Yes\n\n\nCertificates Issued: Yes\n\n\nContinuing Educati on Credits: Yes\n\n\nRelated Programs\n\nVeterans Program / GI Bill®️ O verview\n\n\nSingle Purpose K9 Handler Course\n\n\nDual Purpose K9 Handler Course\n\n\nWhat Our Students Say About This Course\n \n \n \n No TitleApril 23\, 2025Review of Full Service K9 Handler Course and Veteran Service Dog TrainingNoShanya Tichenor\nNo Titl eApril 11\, 2025Review of Full Service K9 Handler Course and Veteran Servi ce Dog TrainingWilling to always progress\, training never stops.Keelan Do novan\nNo TitleFebruary 28\, 2025Review of Full Service K9 Handler Course and Veteran Service Dog TrainingA wonderful company\, I came back for a re ason. The people and the quality of the course\, as well as the invaluable experience you gain working with the instructors.Jessica Diaz\nNo TitleFe bruary 28\, 2025Review of Full Service K9 Handler Course and Veteran Servi ce Dog TrainingWhen I arrived here I had little to no experience handling\ , training or utilizing a dog. Upon leaving I have a great foundation that I can build upon to further my career and teach the next generation.Ridge Saverance\nFull Service HandlerFebruary 13\, 2025Review of Keely Hill\, F ull Service K9 Handler Course and Veteran Service Dog TrainingI had the pl easure of working with Keely for six weeks through the Full Service Handle r course. Keely is a very knowledgeable and patient instructor and it is o bvious that she loves working with K9 teams. Keely and the whole Custom Ca nine Unlimited team go above and beyond in the care for the animals\, stud ents and the team.Bryant Wills\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nEvent DetailsDates: November 23 – December 11\, 2026Time: 0900 – 1 700 (EST)Location:Custom Canine Unlimited – G13266 Old Cornelia HwyGaine sville\, GA 30507\nSeat Limit: 10Registration Deadline: November 20\, 2026 \nTuition & PaymentRegistration Fee: $50Tuition: $8\,500\nPayment Option: Veteran Education Benefits\nRefund policy\nVeterans may review official ed ucation benefit eligibility requirements through the U.S. Department of Ve terans Affairs.\nFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ)No schema found.Reserve Y our Seat in the Single Purpose K9 Handler Course\nEnrollment is limited to 10 Veterans. Secure your position before the November 20\, 2026 registrat ion deadline.\nREGISTER END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR