Canine Behavior Consultant Certificate

At e-Training for Dogs we are extremely pleased to be able to offer a comprehensive canine behavior consultant educational program to assist dog trainers and enthusiasts to enter the exciting and rewarding career of dog behavior consulting.

Prerequisites: A basic knowledge of dogs as well as enthusiasm and interest in educating owners and their dogs to become well mannered participants in society.

Purpose:  The canine behavior consultant specializes in working with dogs and their people to solve behavior problems. Slightly different from the Associate Dog Training Certificate that concentrates on training fundamental dog behaviors, the canine behavior consultant concentrates on eliminating problem dog behaviors.  Learn canine behavior consulting and dog behavior from theory to application, from puppy training to advanced dog training. Essential for anyone interested in the study of dogs, dog behavior and for those workingwith dogs in any capacity.

Testimonial:

General Certificate Information: Individuals who are passionate about improving their bonds with their own dogs or desire to become a dog behaviorist would greatly benefit from this unique program. You will explore key areas such as: How dogs developed to be our companions, psychology of dogs (how they learn), canine body language and how they interpret our body language, and problem dog behavior solutions. Our program allows the flexibility for students with varying life experiences and interests to take courses that will enhance their skills and get them closer to realizing their goal of working with dogs as a profession.

Accreditation: Since there are no formal Accrediting agencies in the United States or Canada for Canine Behavior Consultants, we have done our best to make sure that our courses are approved by the top organizations both Nationally and Internationally. As such, all of our courses are approved by the IAABC, NADOI and the CCPDT for Continuing Education Credits and Educational Events. Some schools claim they are approved by their State, but this is only as a business offering educational products, NOT true accreditation.  ONLY a University has the ability to offer true accreditation.

Please note: This is not an “email” or “mail order” Certificate. Though it is available 100% over the internet, this is a very “hands on” program when required. Skills learned must be demonstrated by video submissions to your instructors. (NOTE: Not all courses require videos). This is an intensive program and you will need to demonstrate your learning. The power of the internet allows sending videos as homework and final exams easy and effective. We are the first and only school that adheres to these strict measures and our students are respected as a result. We also do more than train you how to use a clicker. We provide the theory behind the skills to our students.

What students can expect to learn from this program:

• To understand canine behavior and how they communicate with each other and with us.
• To understand the various factors that go into dog behavior.
• To learn the various theoretical underpinnings of current knowledge around dogs.
• How to shape dog behavior using conditioning and reinforcement.
• Basic problem behaviors and how to solve these.
• How canine biology and evolution effects behavior.
• Canine cognition, including awareness, perception, reasoning, memory and judgment.
• To become a better dog professional by learning the many aspects that underpin dog behavior.
• To apply, hands-on, the theory of dog behavior to actual behavior.
• To solve various critical problem dog behaviors
• To learn to BE a professional canine behavior consultant

Possible career opportunities on completion of this diploma program:

Self employment as a canine behavior consultant or as an employee within a dog training facility, animal rehabilitation facility, humane society, rescue or other supportive canine care and educational facility.

Program Length:

Students can complete the program in as little as 6 months with full time study. Most students work on the program on a part time basis and complete the program within 14 months.

Dog Behavior Diploma
To register for the Canine Behavior Consultant Certificate program, please read the following carefully.

Program Curriculum:

Students must successfully complete  seven (7) courses, from the following list of their choosing, to obtain their Canine Behavior Consultant Certificate.

Required Courses (4):

Understanding Canine Behavior

Pet First Aid and CPR

Learning Theory OR Basic Dog Training Skills and Theory Using Positive Methods

Becoming a Behavior Consultant-The Human in the Middle (This course will be taken LAST)

Electives (Choose 3 from the following):

Canine Cognition

Dog Origin and Early History

Applied Behavior Analysis

Consulting Skills and Best Practices

Health, Development and Life Stages

Ethology, Body Language and Observational Skills 

6 Lectures from the Ethology and Canine Behavior Lecture Series

Solving Separation Anxiety in Dogs

Solving House Training Issues

Lessons in Fear and Aggression in Dogs-Part 1

Lessons in Fear Aggression In Dogs: Identifying and Solving Conditioned Fear Responses-Part 2

Lessons in Fear and Aggression – Advanced Desensitization Techniques-Part 3

Lessons in Fear and Aggression Part 4 – Training and Understanding the Reactive and Aggressive Dog

Acknowledgement of Course and Certificate Completion:

Letters of completion and where offered, Certificates, will be sent for each course as it is earned. The Canine Behavior Consultant certificate  will be sent once all of the criteria have been successfully fulfilled. Certificates will have your name, the course or Certificate earned and a list on the reverse side of your accomplishments.

Resources and Equipment Needed:

• A computer with internet connection.
• A digital video camera (an inexpensive camera or your cell phone camera is fine).
• Some classes will require the purchase of equipment for training (to be ordered after registration).
• Some classes will require the purchase of a course text.
• Access to a dog(s) to assist with homework assignments.

Instructors: Our Instructors are carefully chosen experts and excellent teachers in their area of expertise. We spend months developing one course so you and your dog can reach your goals. In this program you will receive personal and ongoing professional dog training assistance.

By purchasing below, you are registering for the Canine Behavior Consultant Certificate program.

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