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Training Program
Medical Alert Training
Scent-based alert training for diabetic, seizure, and other medical response needs.
20 weeks
In-person with scent-proofing homework
Contact ASDI for current pricing
Program Overview
Evidence-informed scent-alert training for medical response teams. Five modules guide handlers through scent sample protocols, alert behavior design, escalation chains, environmental generalization, and long-term reliability tracking — each supported by printable ASDI worksheets.
What Teams Will Learn
- Reliably alert to target scent samples
- Escalate alert behavior when handler does not respond
- Generalize alerting across multiple environments
Course Materials & Worksheets
Professional ASDI curriculum modules with printable worksheets for session planning, field practice, and trainer review.
Official ASDI MaterialsModule 1
Module 1 — Medical Protocol & Scent Sample Setup
Establish medical documentation, scent sample collection, storage, and hygiene protocols.
Lesson material
- Handler medical need documentation
- Scent sample collection and labeling SOP
- Storage, rotation, and contamination prevention
- Trainer–handler safety and hygiene standards
Module 2
Module 2 — Alert Behavior Design
Select an unmistakable alert behavior compatible with public access and handler response.
Lesson material
- Alert behavior selection (paw, nose, spin, etc.)
- Clear onset and persistence criteria
- Avoiding alert behavior that mimics nuisance behaviors
- Reinforcement strategy for early alerts
Module 3
Module 3 — Escalation & Handler Response
Train escalation when handler does not respond and pair alerts with handler action plans.
Lesson material
- Two-stage alert → escalation chain
- Handler response protocol (medication, exit, contact)
- Preventing alert extinction through inconsistent response
- Logging alerts for medical follow-up
Module 4
Module 4 — Generalization & Proofing
Generalize alerts across rooms, vehicles, and public settings without scent contamination.
Lesson material
- Scent proofing progression
- Blank sample controls and false alert tracking
- Public access integration without alert flooding
- Novel environment introduction schedule
Module 5
Module 5 — Reliability Tracking & Medical Review
Maintain reliability logs, review with medical providers, and plan refresher training.
Lesson material
- Weekly reliability percentage targets
- False alert / missed event documentation
- Medical provider review cadence
- Scent sample refresh schedule
Worksheets are branded ASDI training documents for Medical Alert Training. Bring completed worksheets to your ASDI-affiliated trainer or workshop facilitator.