ABTC Programme Recognition for Course Providers
Gaining recognition through the ABTC (Animal Behaviour and Training Council) Programme is a mark of excellence for education providers in the animal behaviour and training sector. Approval demonstrates that your courses meet the rigorous standards set by industry professionals, ensuring quality and credibility. By achieving ABTC approval, you enhance your institution’s reputation, attract dedicated students, and align with the UK’s leading authority in animal welfare and training. Don’t miss the opportunity to showcase your commitment to the highest standards in education and professional development.
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Course Recognition Procedure
The ABTC welcomes applications from Course/Programme Providers for recognition by ABTC.
Please be aware that there are three ‘cut off’ dates for applications each year. They are 5 January, 5 April and 5 July.
You will find guidance for the application process here: Application for ABTC Recognition of Programme Guidance notes
If you have any questions please contact assessments@abtc.org.uk
If you would like to apply for recognition you will find the application forms, below:
- ABTC Programme Recognition application form
- PRC CV proforma
- Ethical marketing guidelines
- PRC Learning outcome by role and module
- PRC Unit outline example
- PRC Unit outline template
- PRC Template for mapping unit learning outcomes
- ABTC Code of Professional Conduct
- For details of the role standards please click here
Please note these processes are subject to review and revision.
If you have any questions please contact assessments@abtc.org.uk
Streamline Registration by Becoming an Assessing Organisation Too
If you’re already delivering ABTC-recognised education programmes, why not take the next step and become an Assessing Organisation as well?
Offering both education and assessment allows you to support your learners from initial training right through to ABTC practitioner registration – all in one place.
Why combine education and assessment?
Seamless progression – guide your learners through every stage of their journey
Greater learner retention – keep learners engaged and supported until registration
Enhanced reputation – stand out as a full-service, registration-ready provider
Influence and impact – play a key role in shaping future practitioners
ABTC provides guidance, resources, and assessor standardisation training to help you establish a robust, quality-assured assessment process.
Interested in becoming an Assessing Organisation? Click here to learn more
May 2025
Recognised Courses
If you are a practitioner or potential practitioner looking for a recognised course in respect of the knowledge and understanding for any of the roles, please click here
