Dog Training School Costs for United States and Canadian Students
Dog training school cost ranges from $3,499 USD to $5,647 USD, depending on your payment arrangement and available discounts.*
This cost covers your online dog training course as well as the hands-on training portion of the program with an ABC Mentor Trainer.
Tuition covers:
- All required digital study materials (over 950 pages)
- 18 educational dog training videos
- Hands-on training experience with a professional dog trainer
- Student support from your appointed Program Manager
- Pet CPR and First Aid Certification (good for 2 years)
- Lifetime certification as an ABC Dog Trainer (ABCDT) upon successful completion
- ABC Alumni Membership
Please note that lost materials must be replaced at the student’s expense according to the price chart listed on your Enrollment Agreement. These items can be ordered through your Program Manager.
Full Scholarships Available to Qualified U.S. Military Spouses
Animal Behavior College is proud to be a part of the MyCAA Financial Assistance Program. This program offers eligible military spouses up to $4,000 of tuition assistance that can be used toward their dog training course.
The MyCAA provides 100% tuition assistance to all eligible applicants. Eligible applicants include spouses of Active Duty members of the Department of Defense and activated members of the National Guard and Reserve Components. For more detailed eligibility requirements, visit our Military Spouse Benefits page.
Since our Dog Trainer Program qualifies for a full tuition scholarship under MyCAA, applicants can get started with only a $75 application fee.
Payment Arrangements and Available Discounts for United States and Canadian Students
| Payment Arrangements ($75.00 USD application fee included below) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| You Pay | You Save | When you | Payment Method |
| $3,499.00 USD | $2,148.00 USD | Pay in full by the enrollment deadline – Call us at 800-795-3294 to get the enrollment deadline | Credit card, money order or check |
| $3,650.00 USD | $1,997.00 USD | Pay a $2,000.00 USD initial deposit and pay 5 successive payments of $330.00 USD | Credit card, money order or check |
| $3,750.00 USD | $1,897.00 USD | Pay a $1,395.00 USD initial deposit and pay 5 successive payments of $471.00 USD | Credit card, money order or check |
| $3,850.00 USD | $1,797.00 USD | Pay a $999.00 USD initial deposit and pay 12 monthly payments of approximately $237.58 USD | Credit card, money order, check |
| $5,647.00 USD | – | Pay through a third-party administrator and includes all necessary reporting, invoicing and additional paperwork | Varies |
*Ask about our discount for Active Military and Veterans who enroll in our distance learning courses
100% Financing Available to Eligible U.S. and Canadian Students
Please contact us directly to discuss eligibility requirements and payment arrangements customized to fit your needs. Financing your education allows you to learn now and pay later. Our amazing finance plan has many benefits.
- You can save up to $2,148 USD today
- Very low monthly payments (as low as $179 USD per month)
- Quick and easy application process
- No prepayment penalties for early pay off of loan
*Financing options are serviced by Tuition Options
Dog Training School Requirements
- Admission & Physical Requirement
- Dog Training Program Course Catalog
- Annual Reports
- Performance Fact Sheet
We accept checks, money orders and all major credit cards.
California residents are subject to pay California sales tax on all materials
*Additional shipping and handling charges may apply.
