Learn dog psychology, behaviour, and training business skills online, then put them to work in your own pet services venture.
Learn dog psychology, behaviour, and training business skills online, then put them to work in your own pet services venture.
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.
Possible career directions only; no specific job, salary or outcome is guaranteed. Where you go depends on your experience, the employer and your location.
Topic 1Introduction to Dog CareTopic 2Canine BiologyTopic 3Dog Health – NutritionTopic 4Dog Health – DisordersTopic 5Exploring Dog BreedsTopic 6Responsible Dog BreedingTopic 7Dog Behaviour and TrainingTopic 8Grooming DogsTopic 9Other Dog ServicesTopic 10Nature and Scope of Canine PsychologyTopic 11Canine Senses and CommunicationTopic 12Understanding Natural Canine BehaviourTopic 13Canine Behavioural DevelopmentTopic 14Canine Behavioural DisordersTopic 15Basic Dog Training PrinciplesTopic 16Dog Obedience TrainingTopic 17Controlling a Dog's MovementTopic 18Training Working DogsTopic 19Starting Up & Business Types and StructuresTopic 20Preparing your Business PlanTopic 21Introduction to Accounting & BookkeepingTopic 22Certificate in XeroTopic 1Certificate in Digital Marketing with AIWhat you’ll typically need to get started.
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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.
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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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Last updated: July 2026