Gangdong-gu, Recruiting Participants for Companion Dog Behavior Specialist Training Course

Selected for Ministry of the Interior and Safety Youth Job Project, Free Program Available, Applications Open Until the 14th

[Asia Economy Reporter Park Jong-il] Gangdong-gu (Mayor Lee Jeong-hoon) is recruiting participants for the first half of the '2020 Companion Dog Behavior Specialist Training Course' until the 14th, to provide future-oriented vocational education opportunities in line with the continuous growth trend of the companion animal-related industry market.

As we enter the era of ten million companion animals and rapid growth is expected in related industries, this project has gained special significance as it was selected for the 2020 Ministry of the Interior and Safety's regional-led youth job creation contest, securing national and city funding for its implementation.

Since 2017, the district has operated the training course targeting young people, producing over 70 graduates.

Besides its primary goal of expanding youth employment, the district expects the companion dog behavior specialist training course to provide clues to solving social problems caused by the recent increase in companion animals, such as noise, biting, and waste management.

The main educational subjects include ▲Companion Dog Ethology ▲Training Science ▲Veterinary Medicine ▲Nutrition ▲Handling and Grooming, combining theory and practical training.

In particular, opportunities to develop practical skills are also provided through assistant instructor activities in the companion culture education programs operated by the district.

Additionally, course graduates will receive personalized career counseling and practical experience opportunities, with continuous support for their employment and entrepreneurship.

Applications are accepted via email (jiyun007@korea.kr) until the 14th. After document screening and interviews in February, 20 participants will receive education over approximately five months from February to July at the Gangdong Reborn Center (73, Yangjaedaero 81-gil, Gangdong-gu). Young people aged 18 to 39 who wish to work or start a business in related fields such as animal trainers or animal protection activists are eligible to apply. The education is free, and certificates of completion will be issued upon meeting certain criteria.

Lee Jeong-hoon, Mayor of Gangdong-gu, said, “We hope many will participate in this course, which contributes to spreading respect for animal life and proper companion animal care culture, while providing youth with employment and entrepreneurship opportunities in related industries.”

For more details, visit the Gangdong-gu Office website (www.gangdong.go.kr) under the Notice Board or contact the Social Economy Division Companion Animal Team (☎3425-6012).

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