WCCA COURSES
All courses are a maximum of 7 working students at this time | 3 Audit
Deposits are $500 non-refundable & non-transferable. Balance is due 15 days before course starts
Foundations in Pet Dog Training
Prerequisite Course
Course Length - 6 Weeks
Course Day - Check schedule for upcoming class date/time
Course Time check schedule for upcoming class date/time (end times may run over)
Course Cost - $3500 (early bird $2500)
Audit Seat $1500 ( no certificate, no certification, no hands on learning and no dog participation. This is a spectator seat.)
In Person Lecture & Hands On Learning
Possessing proper foundational skills is a necessity. In this course we cover the following:
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Principles of Learning
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Breeds & Genetics
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Proper Fulfillment
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Basics of Canine Body Language
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Basics of Safety & Bite Prevention
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Layers of Stress
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Forced Packs
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Aspects of Play
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Relaxation Foundations
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Socialization
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Puppy Raising Basics
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Methods of Dog Training
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Marker Training & Multiple use markers
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Motivation
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Proper use of pressures
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Collar Conditioning
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Leash Handling
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Manners
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Basic Obedience
When bringing a dog please be sure the dog is crate trained to remain comfortable while awaiting their turn to come out and work. We recommend thinking about a dog you would like to bring - A green dog and pups are always good.
Don't bring a dog with behavior issues such as reactivity, aggression, separation anxiety, fear, etc. this class is a Foundations Class not a behavior modification class therefore we want to be sure you have a dog suitable for your learning in class.
WCCA Foundations course comes with a booklet that is non-replaceable.
Your course will have hands on learning, study, homework and tests.
To accomplish an L1 Certification you will be required to pass this course, to have 60 hours of internship with WCCA or an approved trainer. You will be required to turn in video of 5 detailed case studies within 12 months of completing this course, we require you be consistently training for one year, turn in client recommendation letters each month for the year prior to submitting all other requirements for Level 1 Certification. We will give you the letter to give to your client, the client will mail the letter back to WCCA. We must be able to contact the clients by phone for an interview.
Be sure to read all requirements for maintaining your WCCA Certification - CEU
Course Early Bird Special $2500 - Special ends 30 days prior to class start date
Puppy Development
Raising A Puppy
Prerequisite Foundations in Pet Dog Training
Course Length - 4 Weeks
Course Day - Fridays or Saturdays
Course Time TBA
Course Cost - $1800
In Person Lecture & Hands On Learning
Puppies just aren't as easy as one thinks. There is an enormous amount of knowledge one should know when training puppies and when teaching a client to train their puppy. Creating lifelong behavior issues is unfortunately a very easy thing to do without proper knowledge in puppy development. This course will give you confidence to help clients in picking the right dog for their lifestyle, picking a proper breeder or rescue & picking the right puppy. Students will be given the knowledge to ensure puppies have the best start at life from critical development and socialization to manners and obedience. Students will be confident in helping owners set up their home and provide an optimal environment for their new pup.
Course covers:
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Lifestyle and Breeds
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Breeder research
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Critical Development
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Setting up the owner and home for success with a new puppy
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Pre-pup Sessions
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Socialization & Exposure
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Living with a puppy
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Manners
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Aspects of Play for Puppies
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Train Through Game
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Obedience without structure
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Collars and Tools
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Crate Training
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Potty Training
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Puppy Biting and Outlets
Your course will have hands on learning, study, homework and tests. To accomplish a WCCA Puppy Certification (PC) you will be required to have your WCCA L1 Certification. You will also be required to pass this course, turn in video of 3 detailed case studies which should include puppy exposure, puppy socialization and one on one training program within 6 months of completing this course. You may turn in your PC requirements with your L1 Certification requirements.
Be sure to read all requirements for maintaining your WCCA Certification - CEU
Tools Of The Trade
Prerequisite Foundations in Pet Dog Training
Course Length - 6 Weeks
Course Day - TBA
Course Time TBA
Course Cost - $1950
In Person Hands On Learning
Tools of the trade can be the most controversial aspect of dog training. We understand why! Having diversity in training is essential but flat out abuse - is NOT part of that equation. Students will learn the proper way to use a variety of tools that will aid them in training that could lead to possibly even saving the life of a dog one day. Having high quality tools is essential, we will cover brand options as well. Learning ethical and proper techniques is vital to the wellbeing of our industry, the dog and the owner.
If you choose to use these tools without taking our course we will ask for an in-person demonstration and videos of finished dogs in order to maintain an certification with WCCA.
We DO NOT condone the improper use of any tools and feel it is a conflict of WCCA rules in ethics.
Tools covered in this course:
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Clickers for behavior modification
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Flexi Leash
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Long Line
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Slip Leads
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Harness
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Nose halters
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Transitional
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Slip Chains
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Prong Collars
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E-Collars
Our Tools of The Trade Course comes with all of the tools we cover. Tools are non-replaceable.
Your course will have hands on learning, study, homework and tests. To accomplish a WCCA Tools Certificate of Completion (T) you will be required to have your WCCA L1 Certification, will be required to intern with WCCA or approved trainer for 10 hours and turn in video of 3 detailed case studies within 6 months of completing this course. Letters from 4 clients (we provide the letters, clients must mail them on their own). We must be able to reach each of the clients by phone for a detailed interview. See instructor for details on what the case studies are to include.
Be sure to read all requirements for maintaining your WCCA Certification - CEU
Purpose Outlets for The Pet Dog
Training Through Game
Prerequisite Foundations in Pet Dog Training
Course Length - 6 Weeks
Course Day - TBA
Course Time TBA
Course Cost - $1400
Certificate of Completion for those that attend all classes and have a full understanding of the course with excellent handling and safety skills.
This course gives students the knowledge and hands on practical training to work with dogs through a variety of different game outlets such as spring pole, wall climb, flirt pole, tug, ball, etc.