Train the Trainer Course

Online and in person options are available.

This course is suitable for those that work with animals in research that are new to training or will soon be training others in practical tasks. This includes animal care staff, researchers and PIL holders.

Content includes:

the theory of training
organising and planning a training session
training aids and their benefits
different learning/teaching styles
constructive feedback and encouragement
creating a lesson plan

Information is provided by:

self-lead online learning
online quizzes
Zoom or in person sessions with opportunity for discussion
Guidance documents, such as writing session/lesson plans for the species you work with

Access to online course material is provided at least 1 week prior to the Zoom or in person session (all times to be confirmed at booking).

Certificates and CPD points will be awarded upon completion of online course material, attending the Zoom or in person session and writing a session plan.

The full cost of this course is £176.40 (£172.87 for University of Cambridge applicants).

2025 Train the Trainer Course dates

Month	Deadline	Access to the online course material	Format	Live/in person session
February	24^th January	3^rd February	Online	13^th February
April	21^st March	31^st March	In person	8^thApril
June	23^rd May	2^nd June	Online	10^th June
October	19^th September	29^th September	In person	7^th October
November	7^th November	17^th November	Online	27^th November

Cancellation fees

Cancellation fee if cancelled within 2 weeks prior to the application deadline	25% of course fee
Cancellation fee if cancelled within 1 week prior to the application deadline	50% of course fee
Cancellation fee if cancelled after the application deadline	Full course fee