Level 3 Animal Training Programme Template
Unit: Animal Training)
Student Name:
Animal Species:
Individual Animal (if known):
Date Training Programme Created:
1. Training Aim
Clearly describe the behaviour or task you intend to train the animal to
perform.
E.g. “Train the rabbit to enter a carrier voluntarily.”
2. Background and Justification
Briefly explain:
Why this behaviour is useful or important
How it supports animal welfare, husbandry, or enrichment
E.g. “Carrier training reduces stress during vet visits.”
3. Training Method and Learning Theory
What training method will you use? (Highlight and explain below)
Positive Reinforcement
Negative Reinforcement
Shaping
Luring
Capturing
Desensitisation & Counter-conditioning
*Explain how your method works and why it suits the species*
4. Training Aids and Equipment
Highlight and explain the aids/tools used in your programme and their
purpose. Choose from the list or add your own.
Aid/Tool
Clicker
Unit: Animal Training)
Student Name:
Animal Species:
Individual Animal (if known):
Date Training Programme Created:
1. Training Aim
Clearly describe the behaviour or task you intend to train the animal to
perform.
E.g. “Train the rabbit to enter a carrier voluntarily.”
2. Background and Justification
Briefly explain:
Why this behaviour is useful or important
How it supports animal welfare, husbandry, or enrichment
E.g. “Carrier training reduces stress during vet visits.”
3. Training Method and Learning Theory
What training method will you use? (Highlight and explain below)
Positive Reinforcement
Negative Reinforcement
Shaping
Luring
Capturing
Desensitisation & Counter-conditioning
*Explain how your method works and why it suits the species*
4. Training Aids and Equipment
Highlight and explain the aids/tools used in your programme and their
purpose. Choose from the list or add your own.
Aid/Tool
Clicker
