Our Dog Trainer Professional program is for the highly motivated trainer who has specific goals for improving knowledge, skills, and career prospects. The course includes personalized instruction and coaching from some of the best teachers in the field.
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World Program, Hawaii | Terry Ryan
Application Deadline:
July 9, 2019
Our 6-month Dog Trainer Professional program is for those who are looking to advance their dog training skills and career prospects to their highest levels. The program focuses on the science behind behavior and gives participants all of the skills needed to succeed as professional trainers.
The program combines online learning with hands-on instruction. Complete the online portion at home over approximately six (6) months. Then travel to the US for nine (9) days of integrated training, education, and certification assessment.
Bond with your dog like never before, build fluent behaviors and solid chains, train new species, and join a global community of Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partners by applying today!
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Apply anytime before 07/09/19
On-Site Workshop Dates
Travel to Maui, Hawaii for an intensive 9-day workshop January 21-29, 2020 (8 workshop days and 1 day off).
Tuition
Dog Trainer Professional program: $5,300. Find out more about interest-free loans.
Format
World
- Integrated online learning and hands-on workshop
- Travel 1 time to this location for your 9-day workshop
- Work with your dog at home; we provide a dog for the workshop
- Video submissions are required
Lodging
There are many lodging options in the area including area hotels and rental opportunities on Air B&B, Homeaway and Vacation Rental By Owner (VBRO). Students are responsible for their own travel and lodging. We recommend that students reserve lodging as early as possible.
Faculty
Learn More About Becoming a Certified Dog Trainer
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.