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Interested in Becoming a Dog Trainer?

Begin your new career with careful guidance, support and learning from our team of experts.

Level 1 – Trainer Basics

 

$900.  6-month program, includes 75 observation hours.

This program begins the Candidate on their learning journey for eligibility to apply for the CCPDT’s CPDT-KA exam (Certification Council of Professional Dog Trainers Certified Professional Dog Trainer – Knowledge Assessed). The 75 observation hours will include being present during group training classes, observing the different types, traits, personalities and temperaments of dogs and how their owners learn and work their dogs.   Candidate will have opportunities and be expected to assist a trainer (but not actively instructing a client or training a dog).

Level 2 - Advanced Learning and Hands-on

 $2800. 18-month program, includes 160 experience hours.

 Student will be guided through the process of what he/she needs to study and the best resources and discussions after self-study. Candidate will gain knowledge of learning theory, training basics, ethology, equipment, animal husbandry, terminology, techniques and observation skills. Candidate will begin (under supervision) instructing group dog training classes, assisting during private training lessons and consultations with clients and some hands-on training with one or more dogs. Emphasis is on further preparing the candidate to be eligible to apply for the CPDT-KA exam. In order for the student to be eligible for the CCPDT’s CPDT-KA exam, a total of 300 experience hours are needed within 3 years. 

Level 3 – Active Apprentice Program

 $1100. 6-month program.  65+ experience hours.

 Apprentice will participate in designing training plans and continue hands-on instruction of group and private lessons. A trainer will observe, supervise and support candidate until he/she is fully comfortable, competent and knowledgeable about everything needed to be a professional dog trainer. Upon completion, apprentice will be expected to sit for the CCPDT’s CPDT-KA exam. 

Level 4 – Advanced Apprentice

 

$600. 6-month program.

For newly sanctioned CPDT-KA title holders or experienced trainers who wish to gain more experience and learning in a supportive environment for potential employment with our organization.


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Canine Behavior Consultant - Apprenticeship

 We also offer a behavioral track that prepares the student for the Certification Council of Professional Dog Trainers Certified Behavior Consultant Canine – Knowledge Assessed title (CBCC-KA).  

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