Learn dog psychology, behaviour, and training business skills online, then put them to work in your own pet services venture.
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Upon successfully completing your course, you'll be awarded a Certificate of Achievement from The Career Academy, accredited by ICOES and the CPD Standards Office.
Access unlimited tutor support via phone and email during business hours. Tutors are industry experts passionate about your success.
Study 100% online at your own pace with no practical assessment requirements. Flexible learning that fits around work, family, or daily life.
Includes CV templates, a free personalised CV review, interview preparation tips, access to latest job opportunities, and a five-step job success process.
Receive a Virtual Student ID Card upon enrolment, giving access to over 150,000 discounts on food, entertainment, travel and more in New Zealand and around the world.
Get access to over 50 titles to enhance your learning and knowledge.
Verify your qualification from The Career Academy with SEEK Pass upon completion so you can share it on SEEK and stand out to employers as a qualified, job-ready candidate.
Gain access to over 100 dog psychology, behaviour, and training videos by Certified Clinical Animal Behaviourist (CCAB), Sarah Whitehead.
Optional upgrade includes personalised career plan, LinkedIn profile review, expert career coaching, and proven strategies for job success.
Practical, job-relevant skills for these roles. As a professional development course, it builds capability in this field rather than guaranteeing a specific role or salary.
No specific job, salary or outcome is guaranteed.
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Payment Plan – $29 per week. 10-day money back guarantee.
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There are no formal entry requirements for this course. It is designed to be accessible to anyone with an interest in dog training and running a pet services business. Submit an enquiry to confirm any current prerequisites.
A weekly payment plan may be available, making it easier to manage the cost over time. Submit a Get Course enquiry to confirm current pricing and payment options.
Students have 18 months of access to complete the course, with an estimated 400 study hours in total. Because it is fully self-paced, you can spread your learning to suit your schedule.
The course is 100% online and self-paced, with no set class times or practical assessment requirements. Learning includes over 100 dog psychology and behaviour videos by Sarah Whitehead, a Certified Clinical Animal Behaviourist. You also get access to the CCH eBook library and unlimited tutor support during business hours.
No, this course has no work placement or practical assessment requirement. All learning and assessment is completed online. If you want hands-on experience alongside your studies, submit an enquiry to discuss your options.
Graduates receive a Certificate of Achievement accredited by ICOES and the CPD Standards Office, along with CPD credits that support ongoing professional development. The course also includes a SEEK Pass verified credential so you can showcase your qualification to employers. This course is not a government-accredited or nationally recognised qualification on the New Zealand Qualifications Framework (NZQF), it is professional development training endorsed by independent accreditation bodies.
This course covers dog psychology, canine behaviour, and the practical business skills needed to run a dog training operation. Students work through over 100 expert video lessons by Certified Clinical Animal Behaviourist Sarah Whitehead, covering training methods, behaviour science, and client management. The course is delivered by The Career Academy NZ and studied entirely online at your own pace.
The programme suits people who love working with dogs and want to turn that passion into a business. There are no prior qualifications required, and no practical assessment, making it accessible whether you're changing careers, adding skills to an existing pet services role, or starting from scratch.
With 18 months of course access and around 400 study hours, there's plenty of time to fit learning around work and family life. On completion, students earn a Certificate of Achievement accredited by ICOES and the CPD Standards Office, plus CPD credits that count toward ongoing professional development.
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