Scent Detection Dog Handler & Instructor
Doctoral-Level knowledge. Six decades of operational experience. An amazing team! Presenting… Exceptional programmes!
You're skilled with dogs, but clients can't tell the difference between you and every other trainer with a homemade certificate.
Without recognised credentials, you're stuck competing on price while some potential clients choose "certified" competitors. In today's market, credibility and recognised credentials will make you stand out from the rest..
The UK's only City & Guilds Assured Scent Detection Programme changes everything.
This elite standard certification positions you as the expert clients seek out and want to learn from you.
Three intensive weeks of direct learning, then continuous support that never ends. Ongoing advice, webinars, resources, and exclusive practitioner communities. You'll master proven techniques backed by professional tools that deliver real results.
Stop blending in. Start standing out, commanding respect, and earning what you're worth.
Begin Your Transformation. Join the UK's elite scent detection professionals today.
The Scent Detection Programme
Three weeks of in-person learning, plus online support for just
£2950 (+VAT).
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Monday 9th - Friday 13th March 2026
Week One Foundations. Developing excellent foundations to take your knowledge forward.
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Monday 11th - Friday 15th May 2026
Week Two: Advanced techniques and systematic search designed for buildings, open areas, routes, and vehicles.
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Monday 14th - Friday 18th Sept. 2026
Week Three: Understand how to create engaging courses that not only draw in clients but also keep them coming back
Transform Your Future in Scent Detection
You know dogs. You love training. But without recognised credentials, clients question your expertise and choose someone else.
In a crowded market, passion alone won't build your reputation. You need proven skills and certification that command respect, attract more clients, and establish you as the specialist your community seeks.
The College of Scent Dogs gives you everything you need to succeed. Master advanced scent detection techniques, earn your City & Guilds certification, and gain ongoing expert support from industry-leading instructors. For just £10 a day with flexible payment plans up to 18 months, world-class training is accessible—no matter where you're starting from.
Here's the partnership: We provide the expert instruction, internationally recognised credentials, and guidance. You bring the passion, commitment, and practice. Together, we transform you into the go-to authority clients trust and recommend.
Ready to become the expert everyone wants to learn from?
Begin your journey today and take the first step towards something exciting! – Flexible plans available. Your transformation begins now.
Save 10 % when paying in full.
The key highlights of our programme
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Explore the amazing world of professional scent detection with Dr Rob's innovative 'Venn Diagram of Search.' Instead of sticking to strict methods, you can embrace flexible training strategies that cater to each dog's individual learning style. This approach helps you create a versatile toolkit that deepens your understanding and allows you to train the unique dog in front of you, rather than relying on just one method over and over again.
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Enhance your skills with our professional assessment tools and engaging scenario-based training! Discover systematic search techniques designed for buildings, open areas, routes, and vehicles. Uncover competition-winning strategies that will help your clients shine in the field and encourage them to return for more!
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Understand how to create engaging courses that not only draw in clients but also keep them coming back, all while fostering safe and effective learning environments for both handlers and their dogs. Combine innovative adult learning theories with training skills to craft an experience that leaves a lasting impression and helps your reputation flourish. Let your passion pave the way and become the go-to expert in your field!
Our Training Location
Location: Statfold Barn Railway. Ashby Rd, Tamworth B79 0BU.
The postcode/SatNav may take you away from ‘Statfold Barn Railway. We also have ‘What Three Words’ that can help, holds.soup.code for the front entrance and hails.games.reason for the entrance to the classroom where there is plenty of parking outside.
Timings: 09:00 – 16:00: Tea, Coffee and ‘Posh Biscuits’ provided.
Accommodation: Our training venue offers camping, caravan and motorhome hook-up with large exercise areas for your dog . This accommodation is available at an additional cost, via our venue managers, info@statfold.com
The booking secures a place for yourself and one dog. However, some people choose to bring two dogs, but these need to be rotated within your allocated ‘training/search slot’.
The first day of all our courses are predominantly classroom-based theory lessons, plenty of breaks will be given for you to exercise your dogs, and all our parking is within a private, safe and secure area.
Full joining instructions will be sent upon booking.