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Explosive Detection Canine Handler

Issued by Transportation Security Administration (TSA)

The course objective is to provide students with the knowledge and performance skills needed to perform as a TSA EDC handler during utilization, including routine operations, deployments, and bomb threats or high-risk assignments.

Type Validation
Level Foundational
Time Months
Cost N/A

Additional Details

Skills

Earning Criteria

The methods of assessment include examinations, performance rubrics/checklists, with a minimum passing score of 70%.
Instructional strategies include: audio visual materials, computer-based training, practical exercises, lectures, classroom exercise.

Endorsements

American Council on Education

This credential has been successfully evaluated by the American Council on Education for college credit. It is recommended for a total of 4 college credits. For more information about ACE Learning Evaluations, visit www.acenet.edu.
American Council on Education

4 semester hours in homeland security in the lower-division undergraduate category