Dog Trainer Certification
Virtual Format with Alexis Davison
APPLICATION DEADLINE: February 2
Each Karen Pryor Academy Dog Trainer Professional series is your pathway to becoming a KPA Certified Training Partner (CTP), one of the most respected certifications in professional dog training.
The Dog Trainer Professional program is designed for motivated students who are familiar with and have hands-on experience in clicker training or other marker-based, positive reinforcement methods — whether you've been training your own dog, are already working as a trainer and are ready to earn your certification, or come from a veterinary, shelter, or animal care background. The course includes personalized instruction and coaching from some of the best teachers in the field.
The 6-month Virtual Format blends online learning with hands-on instruction. The program includes four online Units, each followed by a two-day virtual workshop. After finishing each online Unit, you will attend the corresponding virtual workshop.
Series Details
Application Deadline
Apply anytime before February 2
Course Start Date
23rd Feb 2027
Format
Virtual
- Learn online, practice live: complete one online unit before each virtual workshop
- No travel required: attend four two-day virtual workshops, plus check-in meetings
- Train with your dog at home and during every virtual workshop
- Submit training videos as you work through the curriculum (required)
Virtual Workshop
Workshop 1: Tuesday, April 20, 2027 - Wednesday, April 21, 2027 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Workshop 2: Tuesday, June 8, 2027 - Wednesday, June 9, 2027 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Workshop 3: Tuesday, July 27, 2027 - Wednesday, July 28, 2027 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Workshop 4: Tuesday, September 14, 2027 - Wednesday, September 15, 2027 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Workshop 2: Tuesday, June 8, 2027 - Wednesday, June 9, 2027 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Workshop 3: Tuesday, July 27, 2027 - Wednesday, July 28, 2027 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Workshop 4: Tuesday, September 14, 2027 - Wednesday, September 15, 2027 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Virtual Check-Ins
Check-In 1: Wednesday, March 24, 2027 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Check-In 2: Wednesday, May 12, 2027 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Check-In 3: Wednesday, July 7, 2027 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Check-In 4: Wednesday, August 18, 2027 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Check-In 2: Wednesday, May 12, 2027 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Check-In 3: Wednesday, July 7, 2027 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Check-In 4: Wednesday, August 18, 2027 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Tuition
Dog Trainer Professional program: $6,600 USD.
Find out more about financing options, including our five-installment no-interest loan.
Australian and New Zealand residents save $500 USD on tuition for this series. Proof of residency required. Offer not valid on other series.
Faculty
Alexis is honoured to be a Karen Pryor Academy faculty member and teaches the Dog Trainer Professional Program in Australia and New Zealand. Alexis is also the Dog Walking Academy instructor for dog*biz in Australia, and a member of their business consultant team.
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Learn More About Becoming a Certified Dog Trainer
Subscribe to get access to our webinar Pathways and Roadblocks to a Successful Training Career with Ken Ramirez, and learn more about earning an industry-recognized certification and a rewarding career in dog training through our Dog Trainer Professional program.