Dog Trainer Certification

World Program, WA with Terry Ryan


APPLICATION DEADLINE: January 18

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 World Format blends online learning with hands-on instruction. After completing the online portion of the course, you will travel to the workshop location for nine (9) days of integrated training, education, and certification assessment. We will provide a dog for the workshop.

Series Details

Application Deadline

Apply anytime before January 18

Course Start Date

8th Feb 2027

Format

World

  • Learn online, practice in person: complete all units online before the workshop
  • Travel once for a nine-day, hands-on workshop
  • Train with your dog at home; we provide a dog for you at the workshop
  • Submit training videos as you work through the curriculum (required)

On-Site Workshop Dates

Workshop 1: Saturday, August 21, 2027 - Sunday, August 29 2027

Tuition

Dog Trainer Professional program: $5,700 USD.

Find out more about financing options, including our five-installment no-interest loan.

Apply by 11/19/2026 for Early Application savings of $200

Faculty

Terry Ryan founded Legacy Canine Behavior & Training in the early 1970’s with the goal of promoting humane and effective dog training techniques for a variety of pet, working dog and competitive applications. She built and operated a large training complex in the Pacific Northwest for many years.

Training Facility

Legacy Canine Behavior and Training, Inc.
Sequim, WA 98382 United States

Lodging

Quality Inn & Suites
134 River Rd, Sequim, WA 98382
(360) 683-2800

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