Local Training - Illinois State Police Canine Training - Dual Purpose Dog

• Certified: Yes, this course is Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board certified for reimbursement
• Enrollment: 4 minimum, 6 maximum
• Duration: 320 Hours

Officer provides his/her own dog which must pass an ISP screening test.

This course trains K-9s for use as a patrol protection and narcotic detection tool. This hands-on training will teach various uses of the K-9 unit, K-9 Case Law, and Proper Care and Maintenance of a K-9. The handler and K-9 will be trained as a team. Areas of instruction will include: Obedience, Agility, Article Search, Tracking, Narcotic Detection, Cadaver Detection, Criminal Apprehension, and a building and area search.

The handler and K-9 are required to successfully complete a practical examination.