NASDU - NATIONAL AWARD IN DOG HANDLING
SAFETY TECHNIQUES

Introduction:
The NASDU National Award in Dog Handling Safety Techniques aims to provide the learner with basic skills, knowledge and understanding in the safe handling of dogs

For Whom Suitable: 
The Award has been developed to meet the needs of the civilian dog owners requiring basic safe handling techniques and the general purpose security dog handler prior to deployment and during initial training

This Award does not entitle the learner to work as a Security Dog Handler

Awarding Body: 
NASDU – National Association of Security Dog Users

Level: 
Basic

Course Duration: 
A minimum of 15 Guided Learning Hours

Programme Structure: 
The programme is a mixture of theory and practical tuition for which all assessment criteria must be met

Prior Learning: 
There is no requirement of prior learning to achieve this Award

Assessment:
The assessment shall be carried out by an Approved NASDU Trainer/Instructor and internally moderated by NASDU

Progression:
The successful learner can proceed onto the ASET Level 2 Award for General Purpose Security Dog Handlers

Content:
Unit 01 - Handling/Obedience 
Heel on Lead
Sit
Down
Stay
Recall
Safety Distances – People/Animals

Unit 02 - Human Skills 
Bonding with Dog
Control of Dog
Ability of Handler
Safety Awareness

Unit 03 - Care of Dog and Equipment 
Use of Muzzle
Veterinary Handling & Care
Practical Grooming
Kennel & Feeding Management
Safety Equipment

Unit 04 - Assessment 

Course Fees, Location & Dates:
Please contact NASDU Head Office for list of Approved NASDU Trainers 

NASDU Membership: 
Achieving this qualification does not automatically entitle an Individual to NASDU Membership; application forms for Membership can be obtained from your Trainer/Instructor or Head Office
Applying for Individual Membership during training attracts a discount

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