Study 80 hours of online dog behaviour and training content, earn CPD Points, and open doors to roles in animal care and dog training.
Start anytimeThis course covers the psychology behind canine behaviour, positive reinforcement training techniques, and how to address common behavioural issues. Students learn how dogs communicate, how to build obedience, and how to apply practical training methods across different breeds and life stages.
Delivered by Online Courses Australia, the course suits dog lovers, animal care workers, and anyone looking to formalise their hands-on experience with structured, evidence-based training knowledge. No prior qualifications are required to enrol.
All 80 study hours are completed online and self-paced, with 12 months of active access to course materials. Students work through high-quality video sessions and step-by-step modules, with assessments that can be re-taken as many times as needed and marking returned within one business day.
The modules that make up the course, as published by the provider.
This course is CPD endorsed. Completing it earns CPD Points recognised by employers. Evidence of CPD points is provided on the Course Completion Acknowledgement and a digital badge issued by Credly.
Enrol at any time and study at your own pace. No classroom required. Instant access upon enrolment.
Access expert one-on-one mentor support by email or phone (Mon-Fri), and live chat 7 days a week. Fast turnaround on marking within 1 business day.
Courses use high-quality video sessions and step-by-step modules instead of dense academic textbooks. Assessments are short answer or multiple-choice and can be re-taken as many times as needed.
Students receive lifetime access to course materials, with 12 months of active access included.
Upon successful completion, students receive a course completion acknowledgement and short form credential for Dog Psychology, Behaviour & Training.
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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Weekly Payment Plan, Interest Free. $15 per week for 123 weeks. No credit check. Flexible first payment date within 7 days.
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There are no formal entry requirements for this course. It is open to anyone with an interest in dog behaviour and training, regardless of prior study or experience. Submit an enquiry to confirm any current prerequisites.
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The course involves 80 study hours and is entirely self-paced. Students have 12 months of active access to complete their studies, plus lifetime access to course materials after that.
Everything is completed online. Students access high-quality video sessions and step-by-step modules at any time that suits them, no classroom attendance is required. Mentor support is available by email or phone Monday to Friday, and via live chat seven days a week.
This course does not include a formal work placement. Practical application of the skills learned can be pursued independently alongside study. Submit an enquiry if you have questions about supplementing the course with hands-on experience.
This course is CPD Endorsed, completing it earns CPD Points recognised by employers, documented on a Course Completion Acknowledgement, and evidenced by a Credly digital badge. It is not a government-accredited or AQF-registered qualification. For many animal care and dog training roles, CPD credentials and demonstrated skills are what employers look for.
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