Please note: this is a CPD course, not a regulated qualification. It isn't Level 2 or Level 3, isn't equivalent to one, and isn't regulated by Ofqual.
Who it's for
🏠 Daycare ownersTrain your whole team to one standard and keep records for your licence file.
🐕 Daycare and kennel staffRefresh your knowledge and show what you've learned.
🌱 New to working with dogsGet a solid grounding before your first job, or before applying for a licence.
What you'll learn
Working in licensed dog care
Breeds, types and life stages
Essential daily care
Feeding and water
Body language and behaviour
Safe handling and equipment
How dogs learn
Anatomy, health checks and disease
Law, hygiene and emergencies (introduction)
Then a final assessment.
How it works
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Short video lessons49 lessons of 3 to 5 minutes, each with subtitles and a written transcript.
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Quizzes that teachA quiz after every module explains every answer, right or wrong. No timers and unlimited retakes.
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Free CPD certificateOnce you've passed all the lessons and quizzes you get a certificate with a reference number, which anyone can check on a public verification page.
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Designed to be accessiblePlain English and short paragraphs, designed with dyslexia and special educational needs in mind. Tell us about any reasonable adjustments you need.
Price
Essentials course
Team pack
£49 launch price for the first 50 learners (then £69)
£229 for 5 learners, plus £45 per extra seat
Prices are in pounds sterling. You have 14 days to cancel for a full refund if you haven't started any paid lessons. Try lesson 1.2 free first, with no card or sign-up needed.
No. It's a CPD (continuing professional development) course. It isn't a regulated qualification, isn't Level 2 or Level 3, and isn't regulated by Ofqual.
Will it meet my licence requirements?
The dog activity licence guidance expects staff to be competent and trained. This course gives you training records and a certificate you can show an inspector. Some licence routes ask for a regulated qualification, so check with your council.
How long does it take?
It's self-paced. There are 49 short video lessons (3 to 5 minutes each), and you can stop and start whenever you like on a phone, tablet or computer.
What if I find reading or tests hard?
The course is written in plain English with short paragraphs. Every video has subtitles and a transcript, there are no timers, and you can retake quizzes as often as you need.
Can I try it first?
Yes. Lesson 1.2, “Your role and duty of care”, is a free preview with no card needed. You also have 14 days to cancel for a full refund if you haven't started any paid lessons.
