Apprentice Level 3

Pet Dog Training Assistant

The goals and objectives of the Apprentice Level 3 program are to provide the candidates opportunity to learn and work as a Pet Dog Training Assistant.  This program will increase the candidate’s skill level and teaching techniques in preparation for a position as a training assistant or entry-level trainer.  The candidate will participate in the development of individual and group class training plans, observe evaluations and assessments of problem dogs, and work directly with clients and their dogs under the direct supervision of a training instructor.

 This program is structured to provide instruction and education in three distinct areas.  These include observation and participation in group training, private lessons, boarding training , and one-on-one training, group discussion, and outside reading and audio-visual education.

 Successful completion of this program requires passing a written test, two practical demonstrations, and presentation of a “New Class Orientation”.

 Prerequisite: Completion of Apprentice Level 2 or Equivalent

 Commitment:

             Group Class Observation
                        6 Six Week Level 1 Basic Obedience Classes

            Private Lesson Observation
                        40 Lessons

            One-On-One Instruction
                        16 One Hour Sessions

            Indirect
                        80 Hours of Individual Instruction
                        Outside Reading and Audio-visual Viewing

The above commitment requires thirty-six weeks and must be completed over a twelve-month period.

Cost:                        $ 600.00