Midwest Counterdrug Training Center

K-9 Drug Detection Enhancement Course for Supervisors and Observers
Monday, April 10 - Thursday, April 13, 2023
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Location: Midwest Counterdrug Training Center
Directions: 7105 NW 70th Ave., Johnston, IA 50131

Limited No Cost Lodging Available

Supervisors and Observers Only

This registration page is only for Supervisors and Observers attending WITHOUT a dog. IF you ARE bringing a K-9 to this course, please use the following link for the K-9 Handler Registration Page.

Registration

Registration is restricted to US military and sworn law enforcement personnel.

Course Description

The K-9 Drug Detection Enhancement course is designed for the advanced training of Drug Detector Dog and Handler Teams, which will improve the teams' search ability and help them become both more effective and efficient. Practical exercises will include a variety of buildings and vehicles.

Supervisors (without dogs) are welcome to attend. This will help supervisors without prior handling experience to better understand the ability of the narcotic dog team and what is and is not possible. If you are a student attending with a K-9, please use the following link for the K-9 Handler Registration Page.

  • Selection and training of drug detecting dogs
  • Search strategies and patterns
  • Theory of odor dispersion
  • Setting up training aid containers
  • Vehicular contraband concealment
  • Training records
  • Canine drives and communication
  • Case law

Course Length

K-9 Drug Detection Enhancement is a 4 Day (32 Hour) course.

Prerequisites

K-9 team MUST have a prior drug detection certification. This certification may be from any certifying entity. Proof of certification must be provided prior to the start of the class and may be emailed or faxed to our office.

STUDENT CONTACT INFORMATION
*All Fields Are Required
First Name:*

Last Name:*

Position/Title/Rank:*

Phone Work: (include area code)*

Cell Phone: (include area code)*

Email Address:*
NOTE: .mil addresses are currently unable to receive confirmation emails or attachments from MCTC

AGENCY / ORGANIZATION 

Agency/Organization Name:*

Agency Type:*

Agency City:*

Agency State:*
(ie: CA)		Agency Zip code:*

SUPERVISOR/TRAINING MANAGER
Full Name*

Phone Work: (include area code)*

E-mail:*

ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS
Are you currently a member of the US Armed Forces (Active, Reserve, Guard, or Auxiliary)?*


Are you currently assigned to a HIDTA initiative?*


NO-COST LODGING*
Will you require lodging?*

Will you require lodging the night prior to the class?*