This course provides the student with the insight, skill and confidence needed to help others overcome behavior issues using this one of a kind interaction based approach to training. Upon Certification Students become Members of The Association of Relational Dog Trainers which provides ongoing support and certification.
The anticipated completion time of this course is 2 – 4 months. This course consists of weekly video conference which includes real time instruction with Trainer Dale McCluskey. Also video instruction and submission of video of practical instruction training prior to weekly consultations. Achieving Masters Leadership Certification with a dog is required as part of this course.
Requirements prior to Beginning Course
Successful Completion of
Introduction to the Relational Approach Online Course
Advanced Methods, Techniques and Concepts Online Course
Phase I
Basic Pack Leadership Certification
During this phase students receive real time instruction via scheduled online consultations consisting of discussion of methods, various behavior situations and hands on instruction to develop the required skill set. During this phase testing involves meeting the criteria for Basic Pack Leadership Certification with a dog.
Phase II
Intermediate Pack Leadership Certification
During this phase students continue to develop their insight into this system via scheduled consultations while receiving real time hands on instruction with advancing towards intermediate certification. Topics include learning how to approach resolving relationship problems with dogs and owners within the framework of this system.
Phase III
Advanced Leadership Certification
During this phase topics include advanced problem solving skills as the student gains insight into specialty training including Service Dog Training and Protection. Ongoing discussion regarding building a business model.
Phase IIII
Masters Leadership Certification
During this final stage the focus is on preparing the student for real world application with how to help other dogs and owners via this one of a kind system of training.