Certificate in Dog Psychology, Behaviour & Training
Understand Canine Behaviour and Learn Positive and Force-Free Practical Training Skills
Learn how dogs think, communicate, and respond to the world around them, then apply that understanding through positive and force-free training principles. This course covers canine psychology, body language, behavioural development, plus practical obedience training, movement control, and basic positive working dog training.
Gain access to over 100 dog psychology, behaviour, and training videos by Certified Clinical Animal Behaviourist (CCAB), Sarah Whitehead.
- ✓ Understand canine senses, body language, communication, and natural behaviour
- ✓ Learn behaviour development and common behavioural disorders
- ✓ Apply positive and force-free training principles, obedience training, and movement control
- ✓ Explore basic positive training approaches used for working dogs
- ✓ Study 100% online and progress at your own pace with no practical assessment requirements
Use these skills and knowledge to support entry-level roles in positive, force-free dog training and behaviour support, or to improve training outcomes with your own dog.
Investment: $1,399 + GST, or only $29 per week on a flexible payment plan
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Duration
6 Months Access | ~80 hours
Learning Mode
100% online, study whenever suits you
Unlimited Support
Unlimited support during business hours
Qualification
Industry-accredited Certificate
No Exams
No exams, ever
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This course is a good fit if:
✓ You want to understand dog behaviour through clear, structured learning.
✓ You want practical knowledge that you can apply with your own dog or in a dog-related setting.
✓ You are interested in canine psychology, communication, behaviour, and basic training principles.
✓ You want to build your understanding step by step in a beginner-friendly way.
✓ You need flexible online study that fits around work, family, or daily life.
This course is best suited to learners who want to build strong foundations in canine behaviour and training.
It is ideal for those who want to develop practical knowledge and confidence before progressing into more advanced study or experience.
This course is designed to help you build understanding, practical skills, and confidence step by step.
What You'll Learn In This Course
Nature and Scope of Canine Psychology
Canine Senses and Communication
Understanding Natural Canine Behaviour
Canine Behavioural Development
Canine Behavioural Disorders
Basic Dog Training Principles
Dog Obedience Training
Controlling a Dog’s Movement
Training Working Dogs
Potential Job Outcomes
Canine Behaviour Specialist (Junior)
Dog Trainer Assistant
Animal Behaviour Technician
Obedience Training Instructor (Entry)
Behaviour Modification Aide
Puppy Socialisation Coach
Canine Enrichment Coordinator
Rescue Dog Behaviour Support
In-Home Dog Training Technician
K9 Welfare Officer
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You're Ready to Start If...
If this sounds like you, you're ready to get started today.
You're Ready to Start if...
You want to understand why dogs behave the way they do, not just teach commands
You want practical training foundations, including obedience and movement control
You want to learn how canine senses and communication shape behaviour
You want to understand behaviour development and common behavioural disorders in a clear, structured way
You want flexible online study that helps you build skills step by step, without pressure
You Don't Need...
Previous dog training experience to begin
A perfect dog or perfect results straight away, progress takes practice
Expensive equipment or a special setup before you start
To have worked with working dogs before, you will learn the principles first
Fixed class times or pressure to rush
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