NOTEBOOK
1. Notebooks will be maintained by each member of the class. This
requires accurate note taking on the part of the student. Some handouts
will be available to supplement detailed note taking. Students will take
notes covering all subjects presented.
2. The notes recorded are to be of such quality and logical arrangement
that the trainee will be able to refer to them and recall the text of the
class. They will be particularly beneficial for study at exam time.
3. All notes must be typed or legible handwritten. Notebooks will
be subjected to weekly inspection and grading during the course. Notebooks
will consist of completed study guides, written reports, handouts, daily
log and class notes.
4. Information on the notebook construction, the table of contents,
use of tab pages, etc. will be presented in class.
5. Notebooks will be graded according to quality and accuracy of
notes, neatness, thoroughness, and the thought put into making up the notebooks.
Remember: Your notebook, if properly kept, will serve as an outstanding
reference through your career.
CLASS PARTICIPATION
1. Each student will be expected to participate in all activities,
working with other students, customers or trainers. The student will be
required to work several different types of dogs, ranging from different
breeds to different personalities.
2. Promptness, attendance, and personal conduct are included in the
category of class participation, and the students will be graded accordingly.
Each student's tardiness and / or absenteeism will be noted in the progress
reports.
3. The maximum instructor to student ratio on any course is one to
four.
ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
Michigan K-9 University requires a personal interview with each student
before enrollment. This interview will consist of an evaluation of the
individual's knowledge of dogs, ability and willingness to train dogs and
an overall interview of the individual's credentials.
ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS
Michigan K-9 University requires an overall attendance record of
90%. However, each student will be held accountable on the examinations
for all instruction covered in his/her absence. There will be days that
your attendance will be mandatory.
EXAMINATIONS
Examinations will be announced in advance and will be written objective
or essay typed, matching, multi-choice, true or false or practical skills
demonstrations.
GRADES
Grades will be given in each of the areas discussed: notebook, class
participation, practical exercise and examinations. Grade averages will
be determined from all work performed in the course.
Grade averages will be made up as the following:
60% Field Exam with dogs
30% Written Exam
10% Note Book
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100%
Passing Grade of 80% is needed to complete the course.
SUPPLIES - EQUIPMENT NEEDED BY THE STUDENT
Training attire
Each student will be required to wear the proper clothing for all
types of weather. The student should be prepared for: Rain, snow, hot and
cold weather.
Note taking materials
1. Notebook binders and handout materials will be provided. The type
of materials used is left to the discretion of the student. It is recommended
that the student have several pens and reports in his/her possession to
preclude unnecessary waste of time.
2. The student will be given all the training equipment needed to
successfully complete his/her course. This equipment is for the student
to keep. All equipment will be maintained in good working order and have
access to the equipment through out the training day. Any equipment that
is not taken care of will result in the student replacing the equipment.
Any student wishing to train their personal dog through out the course
may do so if that dog meets the requirements as stated below. All food
and etc. will be supplied by the student. The student will have full responsibility
of his/her dog at all times. If a student wants to train a personal dog
through the course and does not have one, a student may purchase a dog
from Michigan K-9 University. Students may enroll their personal dog in
the course at any time however, the student will still be required to work
with other dogs.
Requirements to enter a personal dog in the course
1. Must have all up-to-date shots.
2. Must be in good working condition: Health etc..
3. Must meet the training qualifications of the course.
4. Must be approved by the Instructor.
MISCELLANEOUS TOPICS
Personal Conduct
Conduct while in class and in the vicinity of the training facility
or any training area while participating with Michigan K-9 University will
be carefully scrutinized. Each student will at all times demonstrate a
level of professional conduct which is keeping with the expectation of
the school. Areas of professional conduct which will receive constant attention
and evaluation include:
1. Personal hygiene, appearance and demeanor.
2. Work habits, including organization of work, promptness and industry.
3. Dependability, such as the ability to perform and meet assigned work deadlines with out close supervision.
4. Cooperation and relationships with others.
5. Professional attitude.
Text Books
Students will be held accountable for the proper care and use of
textbooks and other materials temporarily issued to them. Most materials
are given to the student and becomes his/her own property; only on these
materials are the student welcome to write notes or mark these materials
as they wish.
Dormitory and Kitchen
Fees
The registration fee is to be paid in full in advance of the start
of the training course. A student who is dismissed from the course for
cause shall not be entitled to any refund, The student who withdrawals
during the course shall be entitled to a refund as follows:
100% will be refunded before the start of class.
70% will be refunded at the completion of 5%.
60% will be refunded at the completion of 10%.
50% will be refunded at the completion of 15%.
After 20% of completion of the course no refund is returned.
This 250 hour course runs 10 hours a day five days a week for a total of 5 weeks. The student
will work many different dogs. Upon completion of these hours the student will be
Familiar with the training techniques of different attitudes.
This 200 hour course runs 10 hours a day five days a week for a total of 4 weeks. The
student will work many different dogs. Upon completion of these hours the student will be
familiar with the training techniques of an agitator and of a handler. The student will know
the key points to look for when evaluating and training a protection dog.
This 200 hour course runs 10 hours a day five days a week for a total of 4 weeks. The
student will work many different dogs. Upon completion of these hours the student will be
familiar with the training techniques of a criminal and competition tracking.
*When Obedience and Kennel Management Course is taken with one of the other courses
certain study topics will not be necessary to be repeated. This would reduce the number of
hours of the second course and cost by 25%.
This 600 hour course runs 10 hours a day five days a week for a total of 12 weeks. The
student will work many different dogs. Upon completion of these hours the student will be
familiar with police training techniques.
This 300 hour course runs 10 hours a day five days a week for a total of 6 weeks. The
student will work many different dogs. Upon completion of these hours the student will be
familiar with narcotic concealment and the characteristic of the narcotics.
* When Narcotic Detection K-9 Course is taken with Police K-9 Course certain study topics
will not be necessary to be repeated. This would reduce the number of hours of the Narcotic
Detection K-9 course and cost by 50%.
* Entrance requirements: Police K-9 Course / Narcotic Detection K-9 Course To be
considered for enrollment in Police K-9 Training or The Narcotic Detection Courses, a student
must contain a written letter from their local Police agency supporting their training
or submit to a Criminal History Report.
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