iPET Network Professional Development Recognition
What is the iPET Network Professional Development Recognition (PDR) scheme?
The iPET Network Professional Development Recognition (PDR) scheme provides a valued external recognition and certification of a Training Provider’s own internal training, workshops, seminars and development programmes. The PDR scheme has been designed to meet the needs of Employers, Candidates and Training Providers offering internal and bespoke training courses that fall outside of the regulated qualification market. The iPET Network Professional Development Recognition (PDR) scheme provides an extremely flexible approach allowing the freedom to develop courses that meet the needs of your Candidates and Employees allowing you to keep control on your own resources.
Benefits of the iPET Network Professional Development Recognition (PDR) scheme?
The iPET Network PDR scheme works with organisations ranging from small consultancy firms to large Training Providers, multi-national corporations, conference, seminars and workshop organisers, colleges, local authorities, councils and government departments within the Animal Care and Veterinary Science Sector. Organisations become iPET Network approved Training Providers in order to:
• Meet the right target audience
• Present and share knowledge as industry experts
• Provide structured recognised Professional Development Recognition to Candidates
• Differentiate themselves from market sector competitors
• Increase Candidate bookings for events and courses
• Create new relationships and business opportunities
• Gain international recognition for internal training programmes/courses
• Have certificates from an Awarding Organisation dual branded
• Own their own course content
• Enhance their own brand by aligning with an International Awarding Organisation
• Have flexibility to tailor bespoke programmes to fit business needs
• Add additional courses to portfolio at no extra cost
• Annual organisational review to ensure robust policies and procedures
How does the iPET Network Professional Development Recognition (PDR) scheme work?
iPET Network PDR Scheme is available to Training Providers that want:
• Recognition of internal training programmes
• To transfer current non-regulated provision from another Awarding Organisation’s Scheme
iPET Network Professional Development Recognition approval process will review Training Providers against the requirements below:
1 – Leadership and Management
2 – Quality of Resources
3 – Quality Assurance
4 – Learner Support
5 – Legislation
6 – Quality of Courses, Assessment and Feedback
iPET Network Professional Development Recognition Training Providers will:
• Operate with integrity
• Maintain high standards of delivery
• Continually monitor and improve practice
• Work in partnership with iPET Network
Through the iPET Network PDR scheme, iPET Network will support Training Providers by recognising good practice of the existing internal training courses and programmes. For example, specific short courses, bespoke induction programmes, seminars, workshops, online courses, or longer ongoing training programmes that do not lead to nationally recognised qualifications. Whether you are setting up new training programmes or have well established programmes our PDR scheme provides an outstanding standard to ensure you have robust policies and quality systems in place.
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Nail Clipping £9.00 -
Dogs in Hospitality £29.00 -
Responsible Dog Ownership £39.00
Dogs in Hospitality
Dogs in Hospitality
100% Online Learning / 2 hours / 2 PDR points
This course is designed to support hospitality businesses, including hotels, restaurants, cafes and pubs who are, or plan to become, dog friendly.
The course covers the advantages of becoming dog friendly, the preparation required to ensure the environment is safe, canine care & welfare and the challenges businesses may face.
What will the course involve?
- Why dogs in hospitality
- Legislation
- Biosecurity
- Environment
- Best practices and challenges
Course cost £29.00 (GBP)
Entry Requirements
No experience or previous qualifications are required for enrolment on this course. It is available to all Candidates, of all academic backgrounds.
*You will have access to the course for 1 month from purchase date, after this time you will have to pay for the course again to access materials.
Course Completion
This course is presented in an organised and easy to use format. You will work through the presentation before you complete a multiple-choice quiz to test your knowledge.
E-Certificate
On successful completion you will receive a e-certificate that can be printed at home and proudly presented.
100% Online Learning / 2 hours / 2 PDR points
The course provides learning opportunities to cover the potential future licensing requirements for dog grooming and improve overall health, safety and welfare for both people and animals in the dog grooming salon.
What will the course involve?
- Health & Safety
- Biosecurity
- Welfare (Human & Animal)
- Canine First Aid
Course cost £29.00 (GBP)
Collaboration
iPET Network are full supporters of the approach to license the dog grooming industry through education and recognition of continuous professional development. We promote best practice in all of our qualifications and courses, with the goal of improving welfare standards for animals and people. To support this development, we have identified opportunities to work with partners such as BIGA (British Isles Grooming Association) and The Groomers Spotlight to promote and provide accessible learning and development opportunities for dog groomers that will support any potential licensing requirements.
Entry Requirements
No experience or previous qualifications are required for enrolment on this course. It is available to all Candidates, of all academic backgrounds.
*You will have access to the course for 1 month from purchase date, after this time you will have to pay for the course again to access materials.
Course Completion
This course is presented in an organised and easy to use format. You will work through the presentation before you complete a multiple-choice quiz to test your knowledge.
E-Certificate
On successful completion you will receive a e-certificate that can be printed at home and proudly presented.
100% Online Learning / 4 hours / 4 PDR points
This course providers opportunities to individuals seeking to enhance their understanding and skills in providing support to grieving pet owners, understanding the differences between empathy and sympathy and how to look after yourself. It is suited to those that work within the Animal Care sector.
What will the course involve?
- Client needs
- Empathy versus sympathy
- Demonstrating empathy
- Communication
- Asking questions
- Listening Skills
- Face to Face emotional support
- On the phone emotional support
- Email support and ither written communication
- Looking after yourself
- The importance of self-care and useful contacts
- Boundaries
- Top Tips
Course cost £49.00 (GBP)
Collaboration
iPET Network encourages education and continual professional development. We promote best practice in all of our qualifications and courses, with the goal of improving welfare standards for animals and people.
Entry Requirements
No experience or previous qualifications are required for enrolment on this course. It is available to all Candidates, of all academic backgrounds.
*You will have access to the course for 1 month from purchase date, after this time you will have to pay for the course again to access materials.
Course Completion
This course is presented in an organised and easy to use format. You will work through the presentation before you complete a multiple-choice quiz to test your knowledge.
E-Certificate
On successful completion you will receive a e-certificate that can be printed at home and proudly presented.
Nail Clipping
Nail Clipping
100% Online Learning / 1 hours / 1 PDR point
This course provider opportunities to learn the importance of nail clipping, the construction of a nail, different tools to use, safe clipping techniques, including videos of nails being clipped and first aid for nails.
What will the course involve?
- Importance of Nail Clipping
- Choosing the right Clippers
- Handling a Dogs Paw
- Clipping a Dogs Nail
- Grinding and Scratchboards
- Interesting Facts
Course cost £9.00 (GBP)
Collaboration
iPET Network encourages education and continual professional development. We promote best practice in all of our qualifications and courses, with the goal of improving welfare standards for animals and people.
Entry Requirements
No experience or previous qualifications are required for enrolment on this course. It is available to all Candidates, of all academic backgrounds.
*You will have access to the course for 1 month from purchase date, after this time you will have to pay for the course again to access materials.
Course Completion
This course is presented in an organised and easy to use format. You will work through the presentation before you complete a multiple-choice quiz to test your knowledge.
E-Certificate
On successful completion you will receive a e-certificate that can be printed at home and proudly presented.
Responsible Dog Ownership
Responsible Dog Ownership
100% Online Learning / 3 hours / 3 PDR points
The course has been developed for those who are looking to own a dog, possibly for the first time, or those who already own a dog and want to learn more about their responsibilities as a dog owner.
What will the course involve?
- Choosing a Suitable Dog
- Dog Ownership & The Law
- Canine Preventative Health Care
- Canine Life Stage Care
Course cost £39.00 (GBP)
Collaboration
iPET Network encourages education and continual professional development. We promote best practice in all of our qualifications and courses, with the goal of improving welfare standards for animals and people.
Entry Requirements
No experience or previous qualifications are required for enrolment on this course. It is available to all Candidates, of all academic backgrounds.
*You will have access to the course for 1 month from purchase date, after this time you will have to pay for the course again to access materials.
Course Completion
This course is presented in an organised and easy to use format. You will work through the presentation before you complete a multiple-choice quiz to test your knowledge.
E-Certificate
On successful completion you will receive a e-certificate that can be printed at home and proudly presented.
100% Online Learning / 2 hours / 2 PDR points
The course provides learning opportunities to understand the correct health checking process including examining a dog's skin and hair. Identifying signs of healthy and unhealthy skin and hair and facts about shampoo and using conditioner.
What will the course involve?
- Health checking and examining the Skin and Coat
- Healthy versus unhealthy skin and hair
- Importance of Shampoo
- Medicated and prescription shampoos
- Hypoallergenic shampoo
- Conditioners
Course cost £29.00 (GBP)
Collaboration
iPET Network encourages education and continual professional development. We promote best practice in all of our qualifications and courses, with the goal of improving welfare standards for animals and people. To support this development, we have identified opportunities to work with partners such as Clipit Grooming to promote and provide accessible learning and development opportunities for dog groomers and professionals in the animal care sector.
Entry Requirements
No experience or previous qualifications are required for enrolment on this course. It is available to all Candidates, of all academic backgrounds.
*You will have access to the course for 1 month from purchase date, after this time you will have to pay for the course again to access materials.
Course Completion
This course is presented in an organised and easy to use format. You will work through the presentation before you complete a multiple-choice quiz to test your knowledge.
E-Certificate
On successful completion you will receive a e-certificate that can be printed at home and proudly presented.
Customer Service Skills
Customer Service Skills
100% Online Learning / 2 hours / 2 PDR points
The course teaches critical skills that will take your customer service to the next level. Learn valuable customer service strategies, how to effectively work with different customer personality types, advice for recognising and overcoming empathy fatigue, a common sign of stress in customer service roles and tips for helping customers troubleshoot issues.
What will the course involve?
- Introduction to Improving Your Customer Service Skills
- 4 Important Skills You Need in Customer Service
- Working With Different Customer Personality Types
- Overcoming Empathy Fatigue in Customer Service
- A Guide to Troubleshooting Customer Issues
Course cost £29.00 (GBP)
Collaboration
iPET Network encourages education and continual professional development. We promote best practice in all of our qualifications and courses, with the goal of improving welfare standards for animals and people. To support this development, we have identified opportunities to work with partners such as BIGA (British Isles Grooming Association) and The Groomers Spotlight to promote and provide accessible learning and development opportunities for dog groomers and professionals in the animal care sector.
Entry Requirements
No experience or previous qualifications are required for enrolment on this course. It is available to all Candidates, of all academic backgrounds.
*You will have access to the course for 1 month from purchase date, after this time you will have to pay for the course again to access materials.
Course Completion
This course is presented in an organised and easy to use format. You will work through the presentation before you complete a multiple-choice quiz to test your knowledge.
E-Certificate
On successful completion you will receive a e-certificate that can be printed at home and proudly presented.
Working With Upset Customers
Working With Upset Customers
100% Online Learning / 2 hours / 2 PDR points
On this course you will learn why customers get upset and how to defuse those situations with an effective apology and action plan for making things right. Then, you’ll learn to spot when customers go too far, so you can protect yourself from abuse.
What will the course involve?
- Why Customers Get Upset
- Making Things Right
- Responding to an Abusive Customer
Course cost £29.00 (GBP)
Entry Requirements
No experience or previous qualifications are required for enrolment on this course. It is available to all Candidates, of all academic backgrounds.
*You will have access to the course for 1 month from purchase date, after this time you will have to pay for the course again to access materials.
Course Completion
This course is presented in an organised and easy to use format. You will work through the presentation before you complete a multiple-choice quiz to test your knowledge.
E-Certificate
On successful completion you will receive a e-certificate that can be printed at home and proudly presented.
100% Online Learning / 6 hours / 6 PDR points
Billions of people worldwide—actively use social media and it’s a necessary part of doing business in the digital age. In this course, you’ll review social media marketing terms, tools, and other basics to get you started in promoting your business on social media.
What will the course involve?
- Introduction to Social Media Marketing
- Top Channels and Best Practices for Every Platform
- How to Use Hashtags: A Beginner's Guide
- Defining Your Audience and Voice
- How to Create a Social Media Strategy
Course cost £69.00 (GBP)
Entry Requirements
No experience or previous qualifications are required for enrolment on this course. It is available to all Candidates, of all academic backgrounds.
*You will have access to the course for 1 month from purchase date, after this time you will have to pay for the course again to access materials.
Course Completion
This course is presented in an organised and easy to use format. You will work through the presentation before you complete a multiple-choice quiz to test your knowledge.
E-Certificate
On successful completion you will receive a e-certificate that can be printed at home and proudly presented.
100% Online Learning / 6 hours / 6 PDR points
This course takes you deeper into strategy, engagement, and the best metrics to measure your success. For a review of social media marketing terms, tools, and other basics, navigate back to the library and search for part one: Social Media Marketing - Part 1.
What will the course involve?
- Social Listening
- Content Buckets for Social Media Planning
- Boosting Social Media Engagement
- Reasons Why People Unfollow Brands
- Social Media Metrics
- Create Content Ideas for Social Media
Course cost £69.00 (GBP)
Entry Requirements
No experience or previous qualifications are required for enrolment on this course. It is available to all Candidates, of all academic backgrounds.
*You will have access to the course for 1 month from purchase date, after this time you will have to pay for the course again to access materials.
Course Completion
This course is presented in an organised and easy to use format. You will work through the presentation before you complete a multiple-choice quiz to test your knowledge.
E-Certificate
On successful completion you will receive a e-certificate that can be printed at home and proudly presented.
100% Online Learning / 3 hours / 3 PDR points
This course will introduce you to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). By the time you’ve finished this course, you’ll be better equipped to understand the importance of DEI and take action to support diversity initiatives in the workplace.
What will the course involve?
- Cycle of Socialisation
- Understanding and Unlearning Bias
- Identity and Intersectionality
- Emotional Intelligence
- Systems of Oppression
Course cost £39.00 (GBP)
Collaboration
iPET Network encourages education and continual professional development. We promote best practice in all of our qualifications and courses, with the goal of improving welfare standards for animals and people. To support this development, we have identified opportunities to work with partners such as BIGA (British Isles Grooming Association) and The Groomers Spotlight to promote and provide accessible learning and development opportunities for dog groomers and professionals in the animal care sector.
Entry Requirements
No experience or previous qualifications are required for enrolment on this course. It is available to all Candidates, of all academic backgrounds.
*You will have access to the course for 1 month from purchase date, after this time you will have to pay for the course again to access materials.
Course Completion
This course is presented in an organised and easy to use format. You will work through the presentation before you complete a multiple-choice quiz to test your knowledge.
E-Certificate
On successful completion you will receive a e-certificate that can be printed at home and proudly presented.
100% Online Learning / 2 hours / 2 PDR points
In this course, you’ll learn to tame stress by first understanding the difference between healthy and unhealthy coping strategies. Then, you’ll learn seven effective techniques that can help you relieve stress and regain control.
What will the course involve?
- Healthy vs. Unhealthy Strategies for Coping With Stress
- Journaling for Stress Relief
- Changing Your Thinking
- Cultivating an Internal Locus of Control
- Relaxation Techniques for Stress Relief
- Meditating for Stress Management
- Exercise for Stress Relief
- Sensory-Based Strategies for Reducing Stress Quickly
Course cost £29.00 (GBP)
Entry Requirements
No experience or previous qualifications are required for enrolment on this course. It is available to all Candidates, of all academic backgrounds.
*You will have access to the course for 1 month from purchase date, after this time you will have to pay for the course again to access materials.
Course Completion
This course is presented in an organised and easy to use format. You will work through the presentation before you complete a multiple-choice quiz to test your knowledge.
E-Certificate
On successful completion you will receive a e-certificate that can be printed at home and proudly presented.
Imposter Syndrome
Imposter Syndrome
100% Online Learning / 1 hours / 1 PDR point
In this course, you’ll learn to define impostor syndrome and determine whether it’s something you’re experiencing. Then, you’ll learn how impostor syndrome holds you back as well as six strategies to face your insecurities head-on.
What will the course involve?
- What Is Impostor Syndrome?
- Impacts of Impostor Syndrome
- 6 Strategies to Overcome Impostor Syndrome
Course cost £9.00 (GBP)
Entry Requirements
No experience or previous qualifications are required for enrolment on this course. It is available to all Candidates, of all academic backgrounds.
*You will have access to the course for 1 month from purchase date, after this time you will have to pay for the course again to access materials.
Course Completion
This course is presented in an organised and easy to use format. You will work through the presentation before you complete a multiple-choice quiz to test your knowledge.
E-Certificate
On successful completion you will receive a e-certificate that can be printed at home and proudly presented.