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New Kennel Club Accredited Instructor Scheme
The Kennel Club Accredited Instructor Scheme (KCAI) has become the first nationally recognised qualification in the UK for instructors involved in teaching dog training and canine behaviour.
 

City & Guilds NPTC, the biggest awarding body in the UK for vocational awards, has formally endorsed the scheme and recognised the Kennel Club as an Approved Centre for offering the national qualification – the Kennel Club National Quality Award for Instructors in Dog Training and Canine Behaviour.

This means that for the first time in the UK, instructors involved in teaching dog training and advising on canine behaviour will have the opportunity to gain a nationally recognised, credible and externally verified qualification. Dog owners and dog training enthusiasts will also benefit by having the reassurance of a national standard to ensure that they are provided with the best quality advice and service.

Those wishing to know more about the scheme and the new qualification can visit the KCAI area on the Dog Activities Stand at DFS Crufts 2010 throughout the show which runs from 11th - 14th March. On the second day of DFS Crufts 2010, Friday 12th March 2010, the new National Quality Award is being formally launched and Kennel Club Accredited Instructors will receive the UK’s very first Kennel Club National Quality Awards for Instructors in Dog Training and Canine Behaviour.

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Animal Medicines Amnesty returns this November

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 Veterinary practices are being urged to help owners safely dispose of any unused and expired pet medicines - not just antibiotics - during November's Animal Medicines Amnesty.

Organised by the Responsible Use of Medicines Alliance Companion Animal and Equine (RUMA CA&E), the initative is supported by a range of cross-sector organisations.

Practices are encouraged to use the campaign to engage the whole practice team and raise awareness of the safe disposal of medicines with clients. Learn how your practice can get involved at rumacae.org.uk 

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APHA launches free virtual work experience programme

The Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA), in collaboration with Springpod, has launched a free virtual work experience programme, giving young people across the UK the chance to explore careers dedicated to protecting animal and plant health.

The on-demand programme offers a unique insight into career opportunities within APHA, showcasing how students can contribute to tackling some of the UK's most critical biosecurity and environmental challenges.

Designed for students aged 13 and over, the course includes more than 10 hours of engaging content featuring real-life industry insights, scenario-based challenges, and practical guidance on applying for jobs. To register for the course, visit the APHA website.