Partnership Grades
Our exclusive EDTUK Partnership Grades are designed to recognise and celebrate the working relationship between you and your dog.
These grades focus on cooperation, communication, and reliability, rewarding teams who demonstrate a strong partnership built through consistent training and understanding.
The programme provides a clear progression pathway while maintaining a supportive and encouraging training environment for both handlers and dogs.
The Partnership Grades are completed within our structured 4-week courses, which run on a rolling basis. Each four-week block is carefully planned to give teams time to develop skills, refine skill sets, and work towards meeting the Partnership Grade requirements at a comfortable and achievable pace.
This class is suitable for every dog that has completed our Learning Partners / Adolescence course. It is an ideal next step for owners who want to continue building on their foundations and move towards a more advanced level of teamwork. Exercises are adapted to support different learning styles and abilities, ensuring that each team can progress with confidence while maintaining clarity and consistency in training.
Sessions take place every Saturday at 11:00am in a secure training field, providing a safe, controlled environment where dogs and handlers can focus on their work. The setting allows teams to practise skills with appropriate space and minimal distractions, supporting calm learning and positive experiences throughout the course.
Upon successful completion of a Partnership Grade, each team will be formally recognised for their achievement. You will receive a digital certificate, a digital badge, and a Partnership Grade medal to celebrate your progress and dedication. In addition, all successful teams will be proudly added to our new 2026 Achievement Wall, marking your accomplishment as part of our growing community of successful partnerships.