WHICH COURSE IS RIGHT FOR ME?
Summary
A course on the basics of modern dog training.
Available in Standard
or Immersion format.
Basic
- all online
- 6-12 weeks to complete
- 1 hr of coaching (Standard) /
5 hrs of coaching (Immersion) - 20+ training activities
- 40 demonstration videos
Effort and Time
Low
Enrollment
Enroll online, start anytime.
Experience Requirement
None
Tuition
$249 Standard / $599 Immersion
Tuition credits towards DTP or DTC
Personal Goals
- develop solid foundation of skills and knowledge.
- train important behaviors and solve common behavior issues with your dog.
- have fun activities with your dog.
- quickest preparation for Professional program.
Summary
A deep course on the knowledge and skills applied in modern dog training.
Core
- all online
- 4-8 months to complete
- 10 hrs of coaching
- 25+ training exercises & activities
- 68 demonstration videos
Effort and Time
Medium
Enrollment
Enroll online, start anytime.
Experience Requirement
None
Tuition
$999
25% tuition credit to DTP
Personal Goals
- gain comprehensive set of skills and knowledge.
- train your dog to a high level.
- assist other trainers.
- apply skills in a related setting like shelter work, dog walking, or veterinary office.
- strengthen bond with your dog.
- most thorough preparation for Professional program.
Summary
A complete education program focused on developing excellence in dog training, teaching others, and career success culminating in professional certification assessment.
Professional
- online study+ home-based practice + real-time workshops with dogs
- workshops in-person or virtually
- 6 months to complete
- 60+ hours of coaching
- 40+ training exercises, activities, & games
- 250+ demonstration videos knowledge, training skill and teaching skill assessments
Effort and Time
High
Enrollment
Apply online, start at fixed dates.
Experience Requirement
Requires a baseline of skills and experiences
Tuition
$5600-$6600
Tuition in foreign currencies selectively available
Dependent on program format and location
Tuition loan programs
Personal Goals
- receive top professional education in dog training.
- KPA certification.
- build or enhance a career in dog training and behavior.
- apply the skills to train both your dog and client dogs.
- teach classes and private sessions.
- work in related animal career fields.
- gain dog training business skills.
- gain a trusted peer network.