Who is chosen if there are more applicants than spaces available?
A variety of information is gathered with the application form. Decisions are made based on the best possible combination of dogs and handlers to enhance learning for all attending. Frequently there are more applicants than spaces. Handlers on the waiting list have first option for an observer slot. If there is a handler cancellation, then those who have moved to observers will have first option of moving into a handler spot. Individuals who do not make it into the first workshop they apply for are at a higher priority for a future workshop acceptance. Those that have been at a prior workshop as an observer have a higher priority to be accepted at a future workshop as a handler. However, these are not the only decision making criteria. There are sometimes cancellations. People on the waiting list are frequently accepted at a later date. Do not be discouraged if you are put on a waiting list. Completely answering the questions on the application will help in the decision making.
