Animal training instructor

Level

Higher

Length

2 yrs

typical

Sector

Agriculture, environmental and animal care

Pay

Paid

you earn while training

In a nutshell

Planning, managing, delivering and reviewing the training of animals.

Design and deliver training plans tailored to individual animals and goals

Apply positive reinforcement techniques during training sessions

Assess animal behaviour and identify triggers for problem behaviours

Coach owners, handlers, or staff in applying training techniques

Monitor and record animal progress against training objectives

Adapt training plans based on animal responses and welfare indicators

Ensure training environments are safe for animals and participants

Animal learning theory including classical and operant conditioning

Positive reinforcement and reward-based training techniques

Behaviour assessment and identifying the function of unwanted behaviours

Training programme design and progressive shaping plans

Communication and coaching skills for teaching handlers and owners

Animal welfare and ethics in training practice

Risk assessment and safety when working with animals and the public

Ready to look for a place?

See live Animal training instructor apprenticeship vacancies on the official government service.

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