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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.
Karen Pryor Academy's 9-month Dog Trainer Professional program offers an in-depth distance learning curriculum that explores the theoretical and practical aspects of animal training, teaching, and business set up along with (4) two day workshops.
Students are required to complete both practical and written assignments and assessments, and attend the workshops. The have the full support oft heir experienced and skilled KPA accredited faculty mentor.
This comprehensive nine-month course will give you all the knowledge and skill you need to attain the highest standards of positive reinforcement training, effectively teach these skills to others, and run a successful dog training business.
KPA is a member organisation of the Animal Behaviour & Training Council, meaning that our graduate members may be listed under the ABTC Animal Training Instructor standard
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Course Start Date
Virtual Workshop
Virtual Workshop Hours: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm (9:00 - 15:00) Greenwich/British Time
Workshop Days: Workshops for this series will be on Tuesday/Wednesdays
Workshop 1: 13-14 May, 2025
Workshop 2: 01-02 July, 2025
Workshop 3: 19-20 August, 2025
Workshop 4: 14-15 October, 2025
Virtual Check-Ins
Virtual Check-Ins will begin at 14:00 Greenwich/British Time On Tuesdays. Please plan on allowing 1-2 hours for each check in.
Check-In 1: 22 April, 2025
Check-In 2: 10 June, 2025
Check-In 3: 29 July, 2025
Check-In 4: 30 September, 2025
Tuition
Format
Virtual
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