Study 80 hours of online dog behaviour and training content, earn CPD Points, and open doors to roles in animal care and dog training.
Study 80 hours of online dog behaviour and training content, earn CPD Points, and open doors to roles in animal care and dog 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.
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 1Nature and Scope of Canine PsychologyTopic 2Canine Senses & CommunicationTopic 3Understanding Natural Canine BehaviourTopic 4Canine Behavioural DevelopmentTopic 5Canine Behavioural DisordersTopic 6Basic Dog Training PrinciplesTopic 7Dog Obedience TrainingTopic 8Controlling a Dog's MovementTopic 9Training Working DogsWhat you’ll typically need to get started.
Requirements can vary by intake and pathway, so submit an enquiry to confirm what applies to you.
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.
Online Courses Australia provides online short courses with 24/7 student support, technical assistance, and personalized academic guidance. They use advanced technology to create interactive learning environments and offer flexible learning options for students in Australia and New Zealand.
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“I enrolled in the following courses: Dog Psychology, Behaviour & Training, and Pet Care First Aid. Enrolling with Online Courses Australia was extremely straightforward, quick & easy to do. I have always loved animals & have been drawn to them from a very young age. I'm currently volunteering at a not-for-profit Animal Shelter where we take care of the animals until their "furever" families are found via adoptions & I find the work very rewarding because I can see we are making a difference. I love that with OCA, you can study at your own pace whilst working FT/PT, juggling family commitments, unexpected health issues, and doing multiple courses at once or one at a time - it's extremely flexible working with your needs. I will definitely be referring others to OCA for the flexibility, ease, content, information-rich & lived, experienced Mentors & great value for money. I'm so glad I stumbled across your website! Keep up the great work, OCA - one proud Aussie here 💜”
This 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.
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Last updated: July 2026