KPA Certified Training Partners
Because all dogs deserve great dog trainers.
A Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner (KPA CTP) is a graduate of our Dog Trainer Professional Program. KPA CTPs have demonstrated a high level of technical knowledge and hands-on skill both training canines and teaching people!
A KPA CTP is a trainer that you and your dogs can count on.
KPA trainers were recommended in a recent New York Times article. Read more.
Every Certified Training Partner:
Is skilled in positive teaching and training techniques to help you and your pet make training fun.
Is educated about using science and behavior-based methods to make training more efficient.
Can customize a training program specifically designed to help you and your pet communicate and succeed together.
Pledges to teach and train using force-free principles so that you and your dog develop a bond built on trust and respect.
Assurance, Commitment, and Education Program (ACE)
The ACE program ensures that CTPs continue to teach and train in accordance with KPA standards. KPA CTP members can choose to participate in this program by earning continuing education credits and/or participating in the client feedback program.
Participating in programs for quality assurance and continuing education ensures that the training you receive is based on modern research and technology.
As an ACE Active member, CTPs:
Can Display the KPA Logo
Use a CTP Certification Number
Can Be Listed on the Find A Trainer map
Commit to continuing education and transparency
Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partners practice all over the world. Find one near you!
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August 29, 2023
September KPA CTP of the Month: Catherine Ricchetti
As a mental health professional, Catherine Ricchetti, KPA CTP, was already working with dogs as she built and implemented facility-dog programs. While she had credentialed social worker skills and experience planning and developing programs, she