How to Become a Dog Trainer
Becoming a dog trainer can be incredibly rewarding!
Watch this short video to learn about your best options in this expanding field.
What's NEXT for Me?
Build your skills and knowledge by enrolling in any of our preparatory courses or, if you already have modern dog training experience, apply to our professional certification program.
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BUILD YOUR SKILLS
Learn the building blocks of dog training with any of these courses!
Choose this option if you want to:
- develop a solid foundation of skills and knowledge, and have fun!
- train important behaviors and solve common behavior issues with your dog.
- get the quickest preparation for our Professional program.
Choose this option if you want:
- everything the Foundations course offers, but you benefit from extra coaching.
- additional support to work on areas of training that interest you most or troubleshoot when help is needed the most.
Choose this option if you want to:
- gain comprehensive set of skills and knowledge.
- apply skills in a related setting like shelter work, dog walking, or veterinary office.
- are already a dog trainer, and certification is not a goal.
- get the most thorough preparation for our Professional program.
Apply for the Dog Trainer Professional Program (DTP) within six months of successfully completing any of these preparatory courses and we'll apply up to 50% of the price you paid toward your enrollment in our DTP program!
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KEY THINGS TO KNOW
Not all education programs are the same! Check out these helpful resources on certifications, our professional education, and life as a KPA-certified dog trainer!
Dog Trainer Certification
BECOME A GREAT TRAINER WITH US
A Day In The Life
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About the Dog Trainer Professional Program
Join the more than 2,300 certified trainers educated through our Professional program. We take an innovative approach to developing and supporting outstanding positive reinforcement trainers, combining online learning with hands-on coaching from some of the most experienced teachers in the field.
