Dog Trainer Certification Program
Educational and Physical Requirements
To get accepted into Animal Behavior College’s dog training program, students must meet specific educational and physical requirements. This is because our three-part program consists of academic study, volunteer work and a hands-on externship, all of which demand a certain education level and physical ability. Read on to find out if you qualify to enroll in our dog training school.
Academic Requirements
When it comes to educational requirements for ABC’s animal training programs, students must possess a high school diploma or its equivalent. The home study portion of our program requires students to read and write in English at a high school equivalency level. Students must also be able to communicate verbally in English and demonstrate both hand and voice directions. In addition, they must also pass the Scholastic Level Exam, a timed eight-minute exam that can be taken online.
Physical Requirements
Along with educational requirements, prospective students must meet specific physical requirements in order to pass the program successfully and perform their duties as a certified dog trainer. For example, students must be able to use both hands to perform repetitive actions associated with dog training, such as chumming and hand signals. Students should be relatively in shape and able to walk regularly at a brisk pace. For example, an animal career as a dog trainer demands brisk walking both forward and backwards and turning sharply to change directions. Students must also possess adequate visual and hearing requirements. For example, students must be able to observe persons and animals up to 150 feet away and in a full circle peripherally.
Other Requirements
Students who desire to train dogs must also be able to work in harsh environmental conditions. These conditions include extreme temperature (e.g. inclement weather), loud noises (e.g. constant barking in shelters), close contact with fumes, dust and odors (e.g. chemical and animal odors) and exposure to harsh chemicals (e.g. cleaners and disinfectants used in shelters). Finally, students must be comfortable with being jumped on by large dogs. For a complete list of these requirements, please contact an admissions counselor at (800) 795-3294 or fill out the form on the right by clicking here.
how do I apply and do y’all give grants
Hi LaQuann, If you would like to apply to any of the three certification programs that we offer, it is best to visit http://www.animalbehaviorcollege.com/courses or call (888) 200-6795. We do not currently offer any grants, we are considering that in the future. If you are a military veteran, and interested in taking the Dog Obedience On-site Classroom you may use your GI Bill tuition grant for that program. If you have any other questions please let us know. =)
So does that mean i can not apply for a pell grant to help me pay for this?
Correct, our certification programs do not qualify for FAFSA. We do have a number of payment and load options available though, you can speak to an Admissions Counselor at (888) 200-6795.
Do y’all require Sat or Act scores to get into y’alls college? I am 17 and turn 18 in December and graduating in May and I would really like to go to college here. What are the requirements for a dog groomer?
I saw a previous comment asking if there any grants for this program. The reply was no but that you were considering it in the future; that was 3 years ago so i was wondering if any of that has changed? Its my dream to get my certification in obedience, but even with the current finance options available to me (I’ve spoken with a counselor ) its not feasible. I have about half of the tuition saved and could pay that outright. So any grants available to help would be…lifesaving.
Do you have to be at least 18 years old to qualify even if a have my GED?
Hi Taylor,
You do have to be 18 years old to take our programs. However, that should not stop you from calling and finding out more information for the future. Get in touch with one of our Admissions Counselors at (800) 795-3294.
can you take more then one course
Hi Mara, thank you for commenting. Yes, you can take multiple ABC courses. Give us a call for more for more information at (800) 795-3294.
Do we need to have taken the SAT and/or Act in order to get in?
Hi Litzy, thank you for commenting. The SAT and ACT are not required to be considered for our programs. For more information, give us a call at (800) 795-3294.