Narcotics and Explosive Detection Trainer Schedule

Week 1

  • Introduction to SPCI
  • Training philosophies
  • Initial review of canine notebook
  • Selection testing process
  • Drives and instincts of canines
  • Theories of proper motivation
  • Commands and proper usage
  • Problem solving

Weeks 2 – 4

  • Review of the past weeks’ work
  • Understanding scent work
  • Scent discrimination
  • Odor introduction
  • Narcotics-explosives detection application
  • More training philosophies
  • Problem solving

Weeks 5 – 6

  • Review of past weeks’ work
  • Healthcare and first aid for canines
  • Legalities and liabilities regarding canines
  • Review of examination materials
  • Practical exam – Narcotics and explosives
  • Written exam – Narcotics and explosives
  • Critique and discussion
  • Graduation