Courses & Training Programs

CERT Academy along with partner organisations offer a diverse range
of specialist training programs and certification courses that cover
many sectors of dog training including but not limited to:

Behaviour Problem Solving & Management
Pup & Young Dog Development
Training Fundamentals
Breeding and Genetics
Obedience and Control
Scent Detection
Law Enforcement Applications
Assistance & Service Dogs
Environment & Conservation
Search and Rescue

Unique and Personalised Courses for Further Education.

CERT Academy offers the most comprehensive dog trainer and behaviour management
professional development programs available anywhere.

Up until now, there have not been custom-designed higher education programs available for the dog training sector.

A proper formal education covering both theory and practical aspects is now available.
If you are looking for a quick fix or ‘token courses’ then it is unlikely we are what you are looking for.
On the other hand, if you are interested in getting the best education and training available
then please contact us about the best program to suit your needs.

Course Delivery

Courses will be delivered via several methods.
Delivery methods will depend on the course you choose, and include:

Distance Learning: 100% online; live Zoom sessions, videos & home-study

Face-to-Face: In person instruction & practical hands-on training

Blended Courses: Combination of online & face-to-face

For our higher-level programs you can do much of the work online (distance learning)
and the practical component with casual-regular attendance,
or block training at our facilities in Melbourne.

Those completing face-to-face training programs will be involved in the development
& training of our dogs and pups across a diverse range of training tasks and sectors.

Prerequisites for our Programs

The training programs offered by CERT Academy are designed and constructed for industry professionals, by industry professionals.

Our courses are specifically tailored for industry professionals seeking to elevate their expertise.

Ideal candidates for admission may include:

People who have finished, or are currently enrolled in, any recognised dog training or behaviour education course.
Completed formal education programs in fields such as zoology, psychology, behavioural ecology, or veterinary science.
Completed certifications like the Certificate III in Dog Behaviour & Training or other substantial dog behaviour/trainer education programs.
Sound experience in dog training, behavioural science, or related fields such as veterinary nursing or shelter work.
Gained significant experience as a pup raiser or dog handler in professional settings.

Contact our Course Coordinator for further guidance: info@certacademy.com.au

Course Commitment

Each course level comes with a different amount of commitment and course load.
You can find more information on the commitments in the descriptions of each course.

FAQs

Please read through our FAQs Page.

Our courses are regularly revised and updated.
We only put details & content of each course online once course dates have been announced.