ICRWDA is proud to be offering a scholarship to attend a 5 week K9 Handler School provided by the Australasian Working Patrol Dog Association at the K9 Special Activities Center in Braidwood, New South Wales, Australia.

March 11th - April 15th, 2024

This is a hands-on K9 Handler school that combines classroom instruction with guided hands-on experience with a dual purpose K9.

Each scholarship will include your 5 week pass to the entire K9 Handler School, shared lodging for the entire course, and up to $500 towards transportation costs.

This scholarship for the AWPDA K9 Handler School and lodging is valued at over $5,500!

Scholarships are open to all currently employed Casino, Resort, Private Security & Law Enforcement Explosives, Narcotics, & Patrol Handlers across the globe. All visas, passports, and travel reservations will be handled by the scholarship recipient.

*If you are unable to transport your K9 to this Handler School, a dual-purpose K9 will be provided to you for the duration of the course.

* Scholarship recipients must attend at least 2 consecutive weeks of this Handler School. We realize that some applicants may not be supported by their employers for the entire 5 weeks. Some applicants may need to use personal vacation in order to attend. Recipients can choose any portion of the Handler School, however it must be AT LEAST 2 consecutive weeks.

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