This course is designed for the advanced training of Drug Detector Dog and Handler Teams, which will improve the teams’ search ability and help them to become both more effective and efficient.
This course will include both classroom and practical exercise instruction. Classroom topics will include the selection and training of dogs, search strategies and patterns, theory of odor dispersion, setting up training aid containers, training records, canine drives and communication, and case law. Practical exercises will include a variety of buildings and vehicles.
Supervisors (without dogs) are welcome to attend. This will help supervisors without prior handling experience to better understand the ability of the narcotic dog team and what is and is not possible. If you are a student attending without a K-9, please notify the MCTC staff so they can allow the maximum number of K-9 teams to enroll.
** K-9 team MUST have a prior drug detection certification. This certification may be from any certifying entity. Proof of certification must be provided prior to the start of the class and may be mailed or faxed to our office.
Duration: 3 Days
Prerequisites: None
