Behavior And Obedience
Online Trainer Course

This online dog trainer course is the online version of our in-depth Behavior and Obedience program. This course offers the flexibility of start date (there are no predetermined start dates) and self-determined pace of completion, a competitive tuition, but without the necessity of travel or lodging. This break-through program meets a need for those who wish to become a dog trainer on a professional level. It is much more than basic! We are confident that there is no other online course out there that covers this wide range of dog trainer information! This superior online training program can be completed at the pace desired by the online dog trainer course student; in as little as 6-8 weeks or up to a year. As its name implies, the course majors in obedience training and the many facets of canine behavior, including how to diagnose and treat aggressive behavior. It provides a reward-based, balanced approach to dog training.

Behavior And Obedience
Online Trainer Course

This online dog trainer course is the online version of our in-depth Behavior and Obedience program. This course offers the flexibility of start date (there are no predetermined start dates) and self-determined pace of completion, a competitive tuition, but without the necessity of travel or lodging. This break-through program meets a need for those who wish to become a dog trainer on a professional level. It is much more than basic! We are confident that there is no other online course out there that covers this wide range of dog trainer information! This superior online training program can be completed at the pace desired by the online dog trainer course student; in as little as 6-8 weeks or up to a year. As its name implies, the course majors in obedience training and the many facets of canine behavior, including how to diagnose and treat aggressive behavior. It provides a reward-based, balanced approach to dog training.

Course Overview

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Start Your Online Dog Trainer Course Immediately!

Students may begin the course as soon as they apply and the application is approved (usually within 24 hours). When full payment is received, successful applicants will be given a course password. Type it in, hit enter, and spring into a world of dog training knowledge!

Students who successfully complete the course will receive professional dog trainer certification.

Dog training is a very hands-on accomplishment. It’s one thing to know what needs to happen in order to improve the dog’s behavior (which comes from a solid grasp of training theory). But it’s an entirely different matter to balance a leash, a treat bag, the dog, master your timing, and navigate your training area. This is one of the weaknesses of teaching an applied skill through an online venue. However, we’re of the opinion that we have effectively bridged that gap! This online training course is an exceptional opportunity for those who simply cannot attend DTC in person and on-site.

Financing is available via the Tuition Finance Corporation. 50% of the tuition must be paid to the school as a down-payment. Depending upon credit score and other criteria, a monthly payment can be as low as $87/month. Students have up to 12 months to pay in full.* Student must first apply to the school (check yes on the application when asked if financing is needed). Upon acceptance, the school will initiate the contract via TFC.

Please note that once your course account is set up, there will be no refunds.
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Students can begin the course whenever he/she chooses, upon acceptance of the enrollment application. The student can proceed at his/her own pace. Graduate as soon as you complete the course requirements. Video sharing with our instructors are set at regular intervals throughout the course. The average time-span for this course is 6-8 weeks. However students will have up to a 12 months to complete it. Students not finished after 12 months will be given an Incomplete and no refunds. Certification is granted when all course requirements have been met.

Prerequisites for the online Behavior/Obedience dog trainer course:

  • A desire to train dogs on a professional level.
  • A proficiency in speaking, reading, and listening to the English language.
  • Sufficient physical and mental health for hands-on dog training.
  • A device enabled with internet access: i.e, desktop, laptop, handheld device.
  • The ability to video-share your training with our instructor/s. This could be a smart phone video or camcorder, etc.
  • At least two dogs available for training. More than two is strongly preferred, however.

Items needed for training (such as leashes, treat bags, etc) are available for purchase through DTC and can be shipped directly to our online students. Contact us for current pricing, shipping, and availability.

This is an exceptional opportunity for those who cannot commute to an on-location training program!

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Students can begin the course whenever he/she chooses, upon acceptance of the enrollment application

The average time-span for this course is 6-8 weeks. However students will have up to a 12 months to complete it.

Students not finished after 12 months will be given an Incomplete and no refunds. Certification is granted when all course requirements have been met.

paid Course Rates

Tuition is $3,000

There is a $200 non-refundable deposit towards your tuition when you apply. Again, this deposit is applied towards your tuition for the program. Payment in full is required after the application is reviewed and accepted, unless other financing options have been agreed upon. Financing is available. With our competitive financing options, you can take this focused course for as little as $75/month.* Apply today to receive professional trainer certification from the comfort of your own home!

*Rates and terms will vary according to individual credit score, co-signer (if any), and amount of down payment.

What You Will Learn

Core Concepts
  • Learn how to work with the dog – not against him; bringing out the best in the dog
  • Understand the concepts behind efficient training and the fundamentals of conditioning
  • Create your own website that will attract visitors and establish business credibility
  • Train a variety of dogs with a variety of needs using a variety of tools in a variety of ways
  • Diagnose training problems and formulate a plan to overcome them
  • Manage a kennel operation in a clean, healthy setting
Socialization Techniques
  • Grasp the proper (and improper) use of dog training aids
  • Understand the importance of socializing puppies
  • House-train dogs/puppies in the best way/s possible
  • Use social media as a means of marketing your brand/product
  • Know how a dog “pack” works
  • Realize the need for socialization and how to be thorough in socializing puppies/dogs
Health and Wellness
  • Be able to train dogs in both basic and advanced obedience
  • Recognize canine anatomy
  • Identify canine behaviors and signals
  • Diagnose different kinds of canine aggression
  • Establish the foundation for beginning your own dog training business
  • Recognize a variety of breeds and their inherent differences
  • Understand how breeding programs influence the health and temperament of the canine
Business Success
  • Understand the nutritional needs of the canine and how best to meet them
  • Recognize health issues of the canine and be able to administer emergency first aid
  • Understand how Search Engine Optimization works and what can be done to improve yours
  • Utilize various advertising and marketing options
  • Be able to effectively answer your client’s questions
  • Realize the many kinds of training that you may consider offering to your clients

Curriculum Outline

Training Fundamentals
  • Conditioning
  • Phases of Training
  • Correction vs. Reward
Canine Development
  • Puppies
  • Housetraining
  • Socialization
  • Canine Anatomy
Canine Health
 
  • Nutrition
  • Canine CPR
  • Canine First Aid
  • Kennel Management
Obedience
  • Basic and Advanced, On/Off Leash
  • Proper use of a Prong collar
  • Proper use of a Remote collar
  • Clicker Training
  • Baiting/Luring
Canine Behavior
  • Analysis
  • Problem Prevention
  • Treatment
  • Breed Awareness
  • Dog-to-Human Aggression
  • Dog-to-Dog Aggression
Business Integration
  • Website construction
  • Search Engine Optimization
  • Social Media
  • Advertising and Marketing

Final Exam and Certification

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ENROLL TODAY!

Get the certified training and skills you need to be able to train dogs of all ages and breeds. From training the basic behavior and obedience to even more advanced skills of training service dogs and police K9s, the demand for dog trainers is growing, so now is the time to get started! Invest in yourself and apply today for in-person or online courses and become a certified dog trainer.

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