Become A Trainer
Become A Trainer
Would you like to start a career as a dog trainer or pick up skills to have a side hustle? Do you love dogs but don’t know where to start? Woofs of Wisdom’s “Become a Trainer” program is that place! Our program, which runs 6-8 months long, educates students in all aspects of dog training from puppy to adult and provides a certificate at the conclusion. Structure of the program includes:
You will receive full support through the program and you are always welcome to participate, observe or assist with more than the requirements.
Cost: $5200
*you must observe one Puppy and one Basic Obedience class before registration and payment will be completed. No refunds once program is started. 90% refund if withdraw before program begins.
Study Modules include:
- Participate in 3 rounds of both Puppy Class and Basic Obedience. The first round will be as a participant in the class (we can arrange for a dog to be handled if needed). The second and third rounds will be as an assistant. Classes are currently held either Tuesday mornings or Wednesday evenings. (36 hours total)
- Complete 12 study modules which include written, visual and hands on education. Each module lasts approximately two weeks long, on your own schedule. Module training includes 2 one on one, hour long sessions sessions with a WOW trainer, 24 (hours) total. Very flexible scheduling with the sessions. Please see module subject below; purchase of books and videos may be required.
- Participate and assist in ten private sessions with clients. (10 hours total)
- Volunteer with a local rescue or shelter 4 hours per month handling or working with dogs. We can help you find volunteer opportunities. (24 hours total)
- Opportunity to work for Woofs of Wisdom if a position is available.
You will receive full support through the program and you are always welcome to participate, observe or assist with more than the requirements.
Cost: $5200
*you must observe one Puppy and one Basic Obedience class before registration and payment will be completed. No refunds once program is started. 90% refund if withdraw before program begins.
Study Modules include:
- Body language and vocalizations
- Methodologies and theories (volhard, operant conditioning, etc.)
- Obedience and commands
- Training aids
- Professionalism
- Owner Interaction
- Troubleshooting behaviors and commands
- Breed influences
- Behavior modification (mouthiness, reactivity, housebreaking, etc)
- Dog Emotions
- How dogs think and learn
- AKC offerings (CGC, titles, sports, etc)
- Development stages
- Dog/dog interaction
- Human/dog interaction
- Assistance/Therapy/ESA dogs and laws
- How to run a class and teach people
