Attention All Dog Trainers,
Looking for a way to impress your clients? Animal Behavior College is preparing to launch a Level 2 Dog Training Certification. You do not need to be a graduate of Animal Behavior College to take this certification examination. We proudly offer this opportunity to all professional dog trainers.
Passing this examination will earn you the right to proudly display the ABCDT-L2 designation proving you have a solid foundation of dog training experience in teaching abilities, learning theory, canine behavior, and more.
Now you can add another notch of credibility on your belt and strut your stuff. The ABCDT-L2 title will showcase your knowledge and experience as a Dog Trainer, and set you apart from the competition.
So, what is required??
- You must have a High School Diploma or equivalent.
- At least 220 hours as a LEAD Dog Trainer, plus 55 hours of basic dog training experience within the last 5 years.
- At least 28 units of continuing education in the dog training field within the last five years (must be in the form of ABC-Approved Education Programs).
- A signed copy of the ABC Code of ethics.
- Four letters of reference from a:
- Dog Trainer Client
- Colleague in the Canine Behavior profession
- Veterinarian
- Representative from a Shelter or Rescue that you have volunteered
Each letter should reference your experience in training within the last two years. The Animal Behavior College Level 2 Certification application and exam has a filing fee of $300.
This Level 2 Certification will be coming in August.
Thanks so much for sharing your “Dog Training Certification” tips. You’ve put some great information together here. It’s so comprehensive!
Do I have to continue education, using CEUS (Like ccpdt ?)
Hi Tara,
The requirements for the ABCDT-L2 include having taken, at least 28 units of continuing education in the dog training field within the last two years. The CEU’s must be ABC-approved in order to be considered eligible during the application process.
i am so interested in having a certificate in all of the departments to show my clients that now i am registered and can call myself a buissness even though i am only interested in low income people who cant afford high prices and people in the military on pentions and seniors and helping out taking in a dog from a shelter to train and get them on the right path to a good home..