Learning Dog Is Ruff Academy
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Shadow
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5 Hours worth of hands on experience with dogs and clients.
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Required to do in order to advance to the rest of the program.
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Cost:
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$5 application/processing fee​
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$75 fee once accepted into program
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To apply:
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Click the "Shadow Application" button below and download the document​
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Email completed document to SpeakingDogIsRuff@gmail.com
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Certified Canine Trainer
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Duration: ~2 years
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Hours Required: 300+ (Classroom & Hands-On)
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Certificate Earned: Certified Canine Trainer (CCT)
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Curriculum:
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Canine Behavior & Body Language
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Learning Theory & Training Methodologies
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Basic & Advanced Obedience
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Client Communication & Coaching Skills
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Hands-On Training with a Variety of Dogs
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Level advancement every 6 months
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Cost:​​​
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Total 2 year cost: $2,600
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Call, text, "lets chat" button, or email us to ask about available payment plans
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3
Certified Canine Behavior Modification Specialist
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Duration: Additional 2 years
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Hours Required: 700+ (Total)
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Certificate Earned: Certified Canine Behavior Modification Specialist (CBMS)
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Curriculum:
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Aggression & Reactivity Management
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Fear & Anxiety-Based Behaviors
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Advanced Behavior Modification Techniques
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Rehabilitation Case Studies
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Hands-On Work with Reactive & Fearful Dogs
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Final Evaluation with Real-World Clients
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For additional information call, text, "let's chat" button, or email us
Specialty Certifications
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Duration: Additional 2 years per specialty
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Hours Required: 700+ (Total)
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Certificates Earned (Based on Specialization Chosen):
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Certified Service Dog Trainer (CSDT)
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Certified Therapy Dog Trainer (CTDT)
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Certified Sport Dog Trainer (CSDT - Agility, Obedience, etc.)
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Certified Working Dog Trainer (CWDT)
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Curriculum (Specialty-Dependent):
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Training for Specific Tasks & Needs
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Public Access & Specialized Skills
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Hands-On Work with Clients & Real-World Scenarios
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For additional information call, text, "let's chat" button, or email us
