1. Regional events that are reimbursed by USA are open to all USA members.  These events are intended to strengthen member skills as a service to members and not as income producing events for the region. 
2. Regional educational events should be discussed and approved by member clubs by the usual voting process. 
3. Topics, seminar leaders and location should all be approved by the voting process. 
4. A Seminar Evaluation Form* should be a part of regional seminars and should be completed by each participant and seminar leader and after review by the RD and RTD sent to the chair of the Education Committee to be compiled as part of our national effort to evaluate our educational efforts. 
5. Spending guidelines for seminar leaders are generally on the modest level (similar to judging fees) plus expenses unless the region votes for a higher level.  USA has the option to set limits on costs that will be reimbursed. 
6. Seminars can be held in conjunction with a regional event or as a free standing event, both approaches have advantages, again it is a matter for the clubs to choose. 
7. Seminars must be advertised on USA’s website at least one month prior to the event.
8. The host club is encouraged to sell food, beverages and logo items to participants.  Profits from this activity belong to the host club. 
9. Participants must complete a hold harmless statement** prior to participating in the event.  Sample of the waiver follows.

*Seminar Evaluation Form
Please reprint on ½ sheets and distribute prior to the close of the event.
Attendees that wish to respond anonymously may send the form directly to Vicki Keller,
830 Bluff Drive, Knoxville, TN  37919

Date …..     Place …..    Topic of Regional Seminar …..
Rate 1-5 with 5 being Excellent
1. Seminar Leaders
2. Location
3. Content
4. My Improvement
5. Individual Attention
6. Comments
7. Things to improve or omit from this seminar

**Waiver to be attached to flyers and signed by all participants at Regional Seminars

It is hereby understood that every dog at this event will be under the direct care and control of its handler. The undersigned agrees to be fully responsible for any and all actions of their dog, including dogs owned by another but in the undersigned's care and to hold harmless all members, officers and directors of the host club, the United Schutzhund Clubs of America, and any property owners associated with this event in case of accident or injury. I hereby assume all responsibilities and liabilities for myself and my dogs and agree to abide by all USA guidelines and rules.

Owner/Handler/Agent __________________________________  Date:  __________