Introduction to Being a Dog Trainer Certification
Why you should study with us
Introduction to Being a Dog Trainer
This training course provides useful insights, tips and advice on the knowledge, skills and attributes that you need to start a career as a dog trainer. Dog trainers are always in demand and there are a range of specializations available to those interested.
The course describes the career prospects, ethics and values while providing useful information on how to train dogs.
The course includes the following information:
- An introduction to pursuing a career as a dog trainer, as well as information on personal and professional ethics.
- Introduction to different training techniques, procedures and equipment required to be able to train dogs, with explanations regarding the uses and benefits of each.
- How to train puppies, including crate training, teaching them to stay quiet and avoid whining or howling and training them to come when called.
- How to train older dogs with regard to socialization issues, overcoming anxiety/shyness, controlling aggression and teaching proper behavior in general.
- How to train dogs to stop nuisance barking, submissive urination and regulate eating behaviors.
- Training techniques to train rescued/abused dogs and how to train dogs for security, companionship and therapy purposes.
- Information required to kick-start your career, including licenses, permits and certifications and how to offer your training services and get your business off the ground.
Benefits of Studying this Course
- You can look forward to a number of advantages by studying this course. Here's a closer look at the benefits:
- You get a clear idea of the permits, licenses and certifications required to get your career in dog training started.
- Learn how to train dogs to behave in the correct manner.
- By developing the required skills and learning the right techniques, you can effectively train dogs.
- You learn the specializations in dog training and can offer niche dog training services.
This course includes
24/7 Student Support
End of course certification
Lifetime access to your course
Compatible with modern devices
- Introduction and brief history of dog training
- Starting your career
- Duties and responsibilities of a dog trainer
- Code of ethics
- Basics of puppy training
- Socialization periods
- Body language and non-verbal cues
- How to interpret dog vocalization
- Fundamentals of puppy socialization
- When, why and how to socialize a puppy
- How to create positive experiences
- How to use clicker training
- Help your clients choose the right leash and collar
- Crate training basics
- How to crate-train your puppy
- Benefits of crate training
- Dog psychology
- Setting limits and boundaries
- Classical conditioning
- Operant conditioning
- Fundamental principles of operant conditioning
- Reinforcement techniques
- Myths of operant conditioning
- ABCs of canine behavior
- How to incorporate empowering words and language
- Activities and games to engage with your dog
- Behavior modification versus obedience training
- Lure reward training strategies
- Lure reward strategies
- Punishment in lure reward training
- Diagnoses and defining canine behaviors
- Separation anxiety and correction
- How to communicate with clients
- How to work with protection trained dogs
- How to show hand signals
- Teaching a dog to come to heel
- How to conduct dog training classes
- Pros and cons of conducting training in a retail environment
- How to make your training classes fun and engaging
- How to start your own dog training business
ID: YDFT67YHJ
of achievement
This certificate is presented to
Your Name
For completing the
Introduction to Being a Dog Trainer Certification
on 21st November 2026
Selena Hurford
Selena Hurford
Course Tutor
Daniel Morgan
Daniel Morgan
Head of Academy
Anyone who has an interest in learning more about this subject matter is encouraged to take the course. There are no entry requirements to take the course.
The course is broken down into 10 individual modules. Each module takes between 20 and 90 minutes on average to study. Although you are free to spend as much or as little time as you feel necessary on each module, simply log in and out of the course at your convenience.
You can study the course any time you like. Simply log in and out of the web based course as often as you require. The course is compatible with all computers, tablet devices and smart phones so you can even study while on the move!
Once you have completed all 10 modules there is a multiple choice test. The questions will be on a range of topics found within the 10 modules. The test, like the course, is online and can be taken a time and location of your choosing.
The pass mark for the test is 70%.
If you don’t pass the test first time you will get further opportunities to take the test again after extra study. There are no limits to the number of times you can take the test. All test retakes are included within the price of the course.
You can either use your Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Solo cards or PayPal account to pay for the online course. Our site uses the latest SSL encryption to ensure your safety. All payments are handled securely by PayPal.
You can begin the course immediately after your payment has been received. You will create your login details during the checkout process. We will also send you an email confirming your login details.
We estimate that the course will take about 8 hours to complete in total, plus an additional 30 minutes for the end of course test.
Once you have been awarded your certificate it is valid for life. The certificate does not expire or need renewing.
I must honestly say that this course website is a great help for learning new information on previous courses as I did a Premiere Animal Care 1 year course.
Ever since my mum introduced me to this website and got me on the "Dog Grooming Diploma" course through New Skills , we also came across many other great courses and offers and not only did I learn new skills, techniques and information while working on my modules my previous knowledge on dog care expanded tremendously!
I would definitely recommend this website to friends and family to help them gain skills, experience and knowledge on whatever job they are hoping to get with the qualifications from their chosen course.
Parmjit Uppal
I found the course straight forward and easy to follow.
It’s given me a great understanding of first aid procedures and has outlined some important aspects of looking after pets in general. It paid particular attention to the description of the CPR procedure. I will come in very useful.
The multi choice test at the end is easy to complete and I found the worksheets at the end of each module very helpful to outline the important aspects.
I look forward to completing many more courses on offer to help progress my new dog walking and pet care business.
Thank you.
Georgina Batty
Excellent. Simple to use interface, with clearly written and relevant material. I'm feeling confident with my career change choice, thanks to this course.
Richard Britten
I started this course as it is a keen interest of mine; as someone who worked as an office manager and administrator for large Estate Agents in London, I wanted to tighten my skills. I was not disappointed! There are a huge range of information; from dealing with aspects of marketing to legalities and a lot of reading. It was very easy to access and very thorough. I would recommend anyone looking to start in the industry, have an interest in property or simply want to brush up on knowledge and skills. I was very pleased overall with the course, and will recommend new skill academy to my friends.
Kelly-Anne Tomlinson-Docherty
The course was very easy to navigate and very informative. I have gained so much information from this course - it is amazing to know I have learnt so much from this and it is even better that you can do it in your own time and no one pushing you.
Shaun Mulryne
I love this garden design course, I have been given the opportunity to learn more about garden design and maintenance so I can start my own gardening business
Andrew Ledwold
Introduction to Being a Dog Trainer
This training course provides useful insights, tips and advice on the knowledge, skills and attributes that you need to start a career as a dog trainer. Dog trainers are always in demand and there are a range of specializations available to those interested.
The course describes the career prospects, ethics and values while providing useful information on how to train dogs.
The course includes the following information:
- An introduction to pursuing a career as a dog trainer, as well as information on personal and professional ethics.
- Introduction to different training techniques, procedures and equipment required to be able to train dogs, with explanations regarding the uses and benefits of each.
- How to train puppies, including crate training, teaching them to stay quiet and avoid whining or howling and training them to come when called.
- How to train older dogs with regard to socialization issues, overcoming anxiety/shyness, controlling aggression and teaching proper behavior in general.
- How to train dogs to stop nuisance barking, submissive urination and regulate eating behaviors.
- Training techniques to train rescued/abused dogs and how to train dogs for security, companionship and therapy purposes.
- Information required to kick-start your career, including licenses, permits and certifications and how to offer your training services and get your business off the ground.
Benefits of Studying this Course
- You can look forward to a number of advantages by studying this course. Here's a closer look at the benefits:
- You get a clear idea of the permits, licenses and certifications required to get your career in dog training started.
- Learn how to train dogs to behave in the correct manner.
- By developing the required skills and learning the right techniques, you can effectively train dogs.
- You learn the specializations in dog training and can offer niche dog training services.
This course includes
24/7 Student Support
End of course certification
Lifetime access to your course
Compatible with modern devices
- Introduction and brief history of dog training
- Starting your career
- Duties and responsibilities of a dog trainer
- Code of ethics
- Basics of puppy training
- Socialization periods
- Body language and non-verbal cues
- How to interpret dog vocalization
- Fundamentals of puppy socialization
- When, why and how to socialize a puppy
- How to create positive experiences
- How to use clicker training
- Help your clients choose the right leash and collar
- Crate training basics
- How to crate-train your puppy
- Benefits of crate training
- Dog psychology
- Setting limits and boundaries
- Classical conditioning
- Operant conditioning
- Fundamental principles of operant conditioning
- Reinforcement techniques
- Myths of operant conditioning
- ABCs of canine behavior
- How to incorporate empowering words and language
- Activities and games to engage with your dog
- Behavior modification versus obedience training
- Lure reward training strategies
- Lure reward strategies
- Punishment in lure reward training
- Diagnoses and defining canine behaviors
- Separation anxiety and correction
- How to communicate with clients
- How to work with protection trained dogs
- How to show hand signals
- Teaching a dog to come to heel
- How to conduct dog training classes
- Pros and cons of conducting training in a retail environment
- How to make your training classes fun and engaging
- How to start your own dog training business
ID: YDFT67YHJ
of achievement
This certificate is presented to
Your Name
For completing the
Introduction to Being a Dog Trainer Certification
on 21st November 2026
Selena Hurford
Selena Hurford
Course Tutor
Daniel Morgan
Daniel Morgan
Head of Academy
Anyone who has an interest in learning more about this subject matter is encouraged to take the course. There are no entry requirements to take the course.
The course is broken down into 10 individual modules. Each module takes between 20 and 90 minutes on average to study. Although you are free to spend as much or as little time as you feel necessary on each module, simply log in and out of the course at your convenience.
You can study the course any time you like. Simply log in and out of the web based course as often as you require. The course is compatible with all computers, tablet devices and smart phones so you can even study while on the move!
Once you have completed all 10 modules there is a multiple choice test. The questions will be on a range of topics found within the 10 modules. The test, like the course, is online and can be taken a time and location of your choosing.
The pass mark for the test is 70%.
If you don’t pass the test first time you will get further opportunities to take the test again after extra study. There are no limits to the number of times you can take the test. All test retakes are included within the price of the course.
You can either use your Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Solo cards or PayPal account to pay for the online course. Our site uses the latest SSL encryption to ensure your safety. All payments are handled securely by PayPal.
You can begin the course immediately after your payment has been received. You will create your login details during the checkout process. We will also send you an email confirming your login details.
We estimate that the course will take about 8 hours to complete in total, plus an additional 30 minutes for the end of course test.
Once you have been awarded your certificate it is valid for life. The certificate does not expire or need renewing.
I must honestly say that this course website is a great help for learning new information on previous courses as I did a Premiere Animal Care 1 year course.
Ever since my mum introduced me to this website and got me on the "Dog Grooming Diploma" course through New Skills , we also came across many other great courses and offers and not only did I learn new skills, techniques and information while working on my modules my previous knowledge on dog care expanded tremendously!
I would definitely recommend this website to friends and family to help them gain skills, experience and knowledge on whatever job they are hoping to get with the qualifications from their chosen course.
Parmjit Uppal
I found the course straight forward and easy to follow.
It’s given me a great understanding of first aid procedures and has outlined some important aspects of looking after pets in general. It paid particular attention to the description of the CPR procedure. I will come in very useful.
The multi choice test at the end is easy to complete and I found the worksheets at the end of each module very helpful to outline the important aspects.
I look forward to completing many more courses on offer to help progress my new dog walking and pet care business.
Thank you.
Georgina Batty
Excellent. Simple to use interface, with clearly written and relevant material. I'm feeling confident with my career change choice, thanks to this course.
Richard Britten
I started this course as it is a keen interest of mine; as someone who worked as an office manager and administrator for large Estate Agents in London, I wanted to tighten my skills. I was not disappointed! There are a huge range of information; from dealing with aspects of marketing to legalities and a lot of reading. It was very easy to access and very thorough. I would recommend anyone looking to start in the industry, have an interest in property or simply want to brush up on knowledge and skills. I was very pleased overall with the course, and will recommend new skill academy to my friends.
Kelly-Anne Tomlinson-Docherty
The course was very easy to navigate and very informative. I have gained so much information from this course - it is amazing to know I have learnt so much from this and it is even better that you can do it in your own time and no one pushing you.
Shaun Mulryne
I love this garden design course, I have been given the opportunity to learn more about garden design and maintenance so I can start my own gardening business
Andrew Ledwold
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