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Homeland Security
Bachelor Degree
AccreditedOn-CampusFinancial Aid
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Next start
Nov 23, 2026
Duration
40 Months
App fee
$55
Tuition
$12,908 / Semester
Trailing Dog Test
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This test is designed to test the man trailing K-9 that is being used for either law enforcement or search and rescue purposes. The test should be setup using as realistic a scenario as possible.
Search and Rescue K-9 Teams: ARE NOT REQUIRED to make an identification of the trail layer in a group of people upon finishing the trail. They are also NOT REQUIRED to end their trail with the trail layer standing amongst a group of people.
Law Enforcement K-9 Teams: ARE REQUIRED to make an identification of the trail layer in a group of (5) five people upon finishing the trail.
Search and Rescue K-9 Teams: ARE NOT REQUIRED to make an identification of the trail layer in a group of people upon finishing the trail. They are also NOT REQUIRED to end their trail with the trail layer standing amongst a group of people.
Law Enforcement K-9 Teams: ARE REQUIRED to make an identification of the trail layer in a group of (5) five people upon finishing the trail.
Certifying Organization
Eastern States Working Dog Association, Inc.
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If significant education or training is needed? Yes
If significant work experience is needed? Unknown
Is an exam required? Yes
How many years until certification must be renewed? 1 year(s)
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? Unknown
Certification can be renewed with re-examination? Unknown
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? Unknown
Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? Unknown
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Suggested because Trailing Dog Test applies to Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers. Confirm with the school that its curriculum covers this exam.
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