Dog Trainer Certification

Raleigh, NC | Sherrie Yuschak


APPLICATION DEADLINE: August 21

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.
This series has passed, but we have many more to choose from. Click here to view what's available now or subscribe for information about future locations.
  • 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 Regional Format blends online learning with hands-on instruction. The program includes four online Units, each followed by a two-day in-person workshop. After finishing each online Unit, you will attend the corresponding workshop.

Series Details

Application Deadline

Apply anytime before August 21

Course Start Date

6th Nov 2026

On-Site Workshop Dates

Faculty

Sherrie Yuschak, RVT, VTS (Behavior), KPA-CTP, Elite FFCP Sherrie is a faculty member of the Karen Pryor Academy for Animal Behavior and Training where she contributes to curriculum and teaches several courses. She is a Practice Certification Consultant for Fear Free℠ and has collaborated on several Fear Free℠ educational modules, certification standards and is a member of their speaker bureau.

Training Facility

Carolina Ranch Animal Hospital and Resort
6125 NC 42 West
Garner, NC 27529 United States


View Venue Website

Ready to Get Started?


Questions? Review our FAQ or reach out to us at [email protected]. We’re happy to help!

Learn More About Becoming a Certified Dog Trainer


JOIN OUR LIST
(opens in a new tab)
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.