Training body Professional Association of Canine Trainers (PACT) has launched a new round of its positive scholarship process, designed to improve inclusivity and diversity in the sector.
Two people are set to be awarded scholarships, at least one full and one partially-funded, for PACT’s July course. The PACT Canine Instructor Training Course is the only The Animal Behaviour and Training Council recognised hybrid (online/in person) canine course, according to the body. Successful completion and assessment leads students to becoming an ABTC recognised Animal Training Instructor (ATI).
Director Corrin Goodall said: “Ethics apply right across our organisation, from the methods we teach all the way to how we run the organisation. We have put a lot of effort into ensuring our courses are industry leading, but maintaining high quality should not mean our courses become exclusive and inaccessible.
“We’re not pulling up the ladder, we’re opening doors and giving opportunities. The only way this industry changes for the benefit of human and canine welfare is to make it more accessible, and that’s exactly what this scheme aims to do.
“During the first window we received dozens of applications and were delighted to provide scholarships for two students who are now getting stuck into our April course. Hopefully more people will hear about this next round and we will receive dozens of applications over the next few weeks.”
The deadline to apply for the July 2023 intake is May 28. For more information, visit: https://www.pact-dogs.com/scholarship
