This unit describes the skills required to develop a training plan for a dog/handler team; train dogs; and report and record the dog's progress.

This unit outlines the performance standards for those working in a dog/handler team training dogs for response and control tasks or training a dog/handler team.

The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to, particularly those related to the training and handling of dogs.

A person undertaking this unit would usually work autonomously using support from mostly familiar resources. The role requires complex task organisation and application of moderate analytical skills.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

ELEMENTS	PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
Elements describe the essential outcomes	Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section.
1. Develop a plan for training	1.1 Identify and assess the training needs of the dog/handler team. 1.2 Develop a training plan that addresses the unique needs, strengths and weaknesses of the team. 1.3 Schedule training program to meet priority needs within the organisation.
2. Train dogs	2.1 Implement training program according to training plan time frames. 2.2 Handle and control the dog in a way that maintains its performance and safety. 2.3 Use organisation's approved dog training methods. 2.4 Use training equipment in accordance with legislation, policy and guidelines. 2.5 Assess the dog’s response to training without delay.
3. Record and report on the progress of dogs	3.1 Complete training records for dogs as required by the organisation. 3.2 Report dog’s progress to appropriate people. 3.3 Review training plan to reflect the changing needs of the dog/handler team and organisation.

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assingnment, checklist) and due date here

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Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

ELEMENTS	PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
Elements describe the essential outcomes	Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section.
1. Develop a plan for training	1.1 Identify and assess the training needs of the dog/handler team. 1.2 Develop a training plan that addresses the unique needs, strengths and weaknesses of the team. 1.3 Schedule training program to meet priority needs within the organisation.
2. Train dogs	2.1 Implement training program according to training plan time frames. 2.2 Handle and control the dog in a way that maintains its performance and safety. 2.3 Use organisation's approved dog training methods. 2.4 Use training equipment in accordance with legislation, policy and guidelines. 2.5 Assess the dog’s response to training without delay.
3. Record and report on the progress of dogs	3.1 Complete training records for dogs as required by the organisation. 3.2 Report dog’s progress to appropriate people. 3.3 Review training plan to reflect the changing needs of the dog/handler team and organisation.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice	Yes	No	Comments/feedback
Identify and assess the training needs of the dog/handler team.
Develop a training plan that addresses the unique needs, strengths and weaknesses of the team.
Schedule training program to meet priority needs within the organisation.
Implement training program according to training plan time frames.
Handle and control the dog in a way that maintains its performance and safety.
Use organisation's approved dog training methods.
Use training equipment in accordance with legislation, policy and guidelines.
Assess the dog’s response to training without delay.
Complete training records for dogs as required by the organisation.
Report dog’s progress to appropriate people.
Review training plan to reflect the changing needs of the dog/handler team and organisation.
Identify and assess the training needs of the dog/handler team.
Develop a training plan that addresses the unique needs, strengths and weaknesses of the team.
Schedule training program to meet priority needs within the organisation.
Implement training program according to training plan time frames.
Handle and control the dog in a way that maintains its performance and safety.
Use organisation's approved dog training methods.
Use training equipment in accordance with legislation, policy and guidelines.
Assess the dog’s response to training without delay.
Complete training records for dogs as required by the organisation.
Report dog’s progress to appropriate people.
Review training plan to reflect the changing needs of the dog/handler team and organisation.

Assessment Cover Sheet

CSCDOG006 - Train dogs for response and control

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CSCDOG006 - Train dogs for response and control

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