Guide Dogs

Course ID: GDG-121

Audience
Students enrolled in the Hadley School for Professional Studies

The course is based primarily on the North American practice of guide dog use.

Course Description
Are you considering a guide dog? This story-based course encourages you to think about becoming a guide dog user. If you are living or working with individuals who are considering a guide dog, this course will provide you with insight into the decision-making process so that you can better empathize with them. Weigh the benefits of companionship, and learn about the mutual dependence between yourself and a trusted canine partner. Be secure in the knowledge that you or the person you know has made the right decision.

Medium
Online

Organization
five lessons

Credit
1 CEU

Prerequisites
None

Equipment required
None

Overview
Five assignments are submitted to the instructor.

Grading
Letter grade

Maximum Completion Time
2 ½ months

Objectives and Content

After completing Lesson 1, the student will be able to

describe some aspects of the guide dog lifestyle
dispel some myths about guide dogs and their use

After completing Lesson 2, the student will be able to

list the inherited behaviors and physical characteristics of successful guide dogs
describe the training that leads to qualifying as a guide dog

After completing Lesson 3, the student will be able to

evaluate programs and services
explain how clients are evaluated

After completing Lesson 4, the student will be able to

describe the handler-dog training process
discuss the lifelong partnership

After completing Lesson 5, the student will be able to

discuss the practical considerations of having a guide dog
handle interactions with the general public

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