Canine/Feline Behavior Counseling Presents:
APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM
Apprentice Trainer/Behavior Counselor Program
Description of Program:
This program is designed to educate future dog trainers and behavior consultants in aspects of training and behavior modification. A variety of training techniques and supportive methodologies will be utilized and explained. Upon completion, the student will be familiar with a wide range of techniques, supportive methodologies, and legal/ethical considerations.
The Junior Apprentice program for participants ages 14-17 introduces young people to the world of training and behavior modification. Upon completion, the student will have a basic knowledge of a wide range of training philosophies, techniques, supportive methods, and legal/ethical considerations.
Application Requirements
- Completed written application including $25 fee (refunded only if application not accepted)
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Signed medical release and copy of medical insurance information
- Signed Conduct Agreement
- Payment of $600 (includes $25 application fee). Payment plans are available
Junior Apprentice Application Requirements
- Completed written application including $25 fee (refunded only if application not accepted)
- Must be 14-17 years of age
- Signed medical release signed by parent/guardian and copy of medical insurance information
- Signed Conduct Agreement
- Payment of $350 (includes $25 application fee). Payment plans are available
Program Requirements
Completion of coursework (22 hours) (correspondence format unless otherwise noted)
- Learning Theory - 4 hours
- Speaking Dog (in-person class) - 3 hours
- Dog Breeds - 1 hour
- Therapy and Service Dogs - 1 hour
- Inter-Dog Relationships - 1 hour
- Professional Ethics/Business - 3 hours
- Aggressive Dog - 3 hours
- Aggression Evaluations - 2 hours
- Fear/Anxiety - 2 hours
- Animal Restraint/Safety (in-person class) - 2 hours
A written test is required for each class (practical exam for restraint/safety). Each test must be completed with a minimum grade of 75% to continue with program. Grades less than 75% will result in course being retaken at additional cost.
Junior Apprentice
Completion of coursework (15 hours)
- Learning Theory - 4 hours
- Speaking Dog (in-person class) - 3 hours
- Dog Breeds - 1 hour
- Therapy and Service Dogs - 1 hour
- Inter-Dog Relationships - 1 hour
- Professional Ethics/business - 3 hours
- Animal Safety and Restraint (in-person class) - 2 hours
Note: Credit will be given for classes taken elsewhere at CF Behavior discretion.
Satisfactory Completion of Hands-on Experience (48 hours)
- Therapy Dog - 4 hours: Therapy dog evaluation (2 hours) facility visit (2 hours)
- Obedience Class - 11 hours: Star Puppy Class (6 hours) CGC/Good Manners (4 hours) CGC test (1 hour)
- Private Obedience - 4 hours
- Anxiety, Fears and Phobias – 6 hours (includes separation anxiety)
- Aggression – (includes fear aggression) – 14 hours: Socialization Class ( 1 hour), Reactive Dog Class (1 hour), Private Training (8 hours), Court Evaluations (2 hours)
- Office Work - 3 hours
- Choice (Student's choice or area needing more work) - 6 hours
- Total hours: 80
Junior Apprentice-
- Therapy Dog - 4 hours: Therapy Dog Evaluations ( 2 hours), Facility Visit (2 hours)
- Obedience Class - 20 hours: Star Puppy Class (6 hours) CGC/Good Manners (4 hours)
- Private Obedience - 4 hours (leash walking, kids, etc.)
- Office Work - 2 hours
- Choice (Student's choice or area needing more work) – 5 hours
Total program hours: 50
All hours must be completed within 1 calendar year of acceptance of application
- Grade of at least 75% on final written/verbal exam at end of each class, and comprehensive program written exam.
- Grade of at least 80% on practical/staff evaluation.
If the student earns a grade of less than 60% on the practical/staff evaluation, the student will be issued a failing grade and NOT be eligible to retake or re-enroll in the program.
Upon successful completion you will receive:
- Certificate of completion
- Letter of recommendation/reference
- Option of being added on Canine Behavior Counseling list of approved contractors.
(Note: You must meet state/federal requirements as an independent contractor.)
Forms:
For more information, please contact
CF Behavior Counseling
11652 East Ada Place
Aurora CO 80012
303-537-5146
[email protected]