Florida not-for-profit corporation with IRS Tax Exemption 501(c)(3)
Have you ever thought about becoming a Dog Trainer?Would you like to learn how to "talk dog" and train owners and their dogs using modern, positive reinforcement techniques?
If so, read on.
Katie Rooney
Instructor (See "References" at bottom of this page)
We want to help anyone interested in becoming a part-time or full-time postive reinforcement trainer to accomplish their dream. Study will be a combination of on-line course work, self-study books and videos, and hands-on experience at PAWS. We’ll mentor graduates who become trainers and be available for advice as long as needed.
TUITION: $600 for 14-week course. Full Payment or Deposit due NLT February 25th. See Optional Payment Plan Below. Tuition includes all books, media, and class supplies. There are NO additional fees. $100 Discount ($500 tuition) for
Animal Shelter employees or current volunteers who will guarantee in
writing to continue at the Animal Shelter to train adoptable dogs and/or conduct
classes for employees, volunteers, and adopters.
* Optional Payment Plan:
$600 Tuition (Total $630) $500 Tuition (Total $530)
150 NLT Feb. 25th 150 NLT Feb. 25th
160 NLT Mar. 17th 130 NLT Mar. 17th
160 NLT Apr. 14th 130 NLT Apr. 14th
160 NLT May 12th 120 NLT May 12th
MAJOR SUBJECTS: The following subjects will be covered. The list in not all-inclusive.
Effectively Communicating with a Dog
How Dogs Learn
Behavior Modification
Leadership
Temperament Testing
Calming Signals
Basic Obedience Skills
Training Tools
Nutrition
SAFETY: Identifying Aggression
Teaching the Human (Coaching)
Setting up Your Business
SCHEDULE: March 3rd - June 2nd. All dates are SATURDAYS starting at 10:00 am for a minimum of six hours per session. Refreshments provided.
Make-up or Review Saturdays (every 4th week) are to cover a missed session or any student wanting to review previous material. Only one missed session is permitted per segment.
Date Topics
Mar 3 Orientation ATTENDANCE MANDATORY
Mar 10 Basic Obedience Class #1 with your personal dog
Mar 17 Basic Obedience Class #2 with your personal dog
Mar 24 Make-up or Review Optional
Mar 31 Basic Obedience Class #3 with your personal dog
Apr 7 General Session
Apr 14 General Session
Apr 21 Make-up or Review Optional
Apr 28 Class #1 for members of the Public. Special price of $25
for 3 weeks course. First Hour: Trainers will coach students.
May 5 Class #2
May 12 Class #3
May 19 Make-up or Review Optional
May 26 General Session and Final Test
Jun 2 Setting Up Your Business
20 Hour Internship at selected Animal Shelter
GRADUATION CERTIFICATE upon completion of coursework, test, and internship.
Graduates of 2011 Dog Training School
These graduates are currently part-time or full-time professional dog trainers and can be contacted as references.
Lorraine Moore
ROLLOVER ROVER DOG TRAINING (North Florida)
386-365-5675
lorrainemoorekw@aol.com
Suzanne North (Private Dog Training)
Valdosta, GA
229-506-8715
smnorth@bellsouth.net
Vicki Waldren (North Central Florida)
Can-Do Canines
386-984-0864
critercare@aol.com
February 9, 2012
I have been in the veterinary field for 24 years, but wanted to find something to supplement my income that would be satisfying, fun and still be working with animals. Taking the Dog Trainer classes at North Florida PAWS was very rewarding and informative. Becoming a dog trainer is a wonderful way to help strengthen relationships and communication between dogs and their owners.
Katie Rooney is a phenomenal instructor, and teaches completely using the Positive Reinforcement methods. She offers a wealth of information, which makes it fun and easy to learn how to work with not only with dogs, but with their owners also. The course covers everything from the concept of how dogs learn, Positive reinforcement techniques, behavior modification, all the way through to setting up your business as a dog trainer.
The dog trainer classes at North Florida PAWS, were a great experience, and opened my eyes to a wonderful and worthwhile new career.
Sincerely,
Vicki Waldren
