Professional Dog Trainer’s Program
Our professional dog trainer’s program has been developed with extreme thoughtfulness and care. Becoming a dog trainer is more than just following a course, and writing an exam. It involves mastery of the science of dog training, and detailed knowledge of how dogs learn. It also demands that the trainer have the ability to apply that knowledge practically and effectively to a wide range of dogs and owners. To call oneself a dog trainer, one needs both technical knowledge and hands-on experience. Our program strives to give you exactly this combination.
Our program consists of 4 separate units of study:
- Unit 1 – Dog Training Foundations (32 hours) $600 + HST
- Unit 2 – Instructional Techniques (34 hours) $500 + HST
- Unit 3 – Advanced Trainer Skills (36 hours) $500 + HST
- Unit 4 – Behavioural Modification (17 hours) $400 + HST
The program begins twice per year, in November and January. Unit 1 requires a commitment of 4 full days, typically 4 consecutive Fridays, 8am – 5pm. Units 2-4 are scheduled in consultation with students, with most classes and practical assignments being held on Friday evenings or over the weekend.
Read more about our program here.