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Dog Training Ireland is pleased to be able to offer ‘Train the Dog Trainer’ on behalf of FETAC QA Centre, MCX, registered no. 38332N. On successful completion learners will receive the FETAC Level 6 award Canine Obedience and Training (N32919).

This course covers the following units:

Unit 1 Evolution of the Dog
Unit 2 Learning and Training
Unit 3 Training Equipment
Unit 4 Training Procedures
Unit 5 Puppy Training and Socialisation
Unit 6 Group Training Classes
Unit 7 Specific Dog Training for Organisations and Industries
Unit 8 Problem Behaviour Management
Assessment is in the form of Practical, Project and Examination.

The course is ideal for:
Those who want to work in the area of Canine Training and Obedience, offering Pet Dog Obedience and Puppy Classes (not Behaviour or Clinical Behaviour Modification work)
Those who are already working with dogs and who wish to gain a recognised qualification and improve both on their theory and hands on skills
Those who would like to understand more about how dogs learn and the area of Canine Training and Obedience

The FETAC award is an excellent starting point for study in the area of Canine Training and Obedience. You will also have the opportunity to get hands on experience working in our very busy Dog Daycare and Training facility. On completion you will have a solid understanding of what is involved with working with dogs along with a recognised qualification.

Classroom Tuition Schedule
The course is run in two formats evening over 8 weeks with an extra Saturday for assessment and an intensive version which is run over 4 longer Saturdays with extra assessment day, ideal for those who need to travel to attend.

Students will also need to attend as a spectator the Beginners Pet Dog Obedience level 1 course (1 hour per week x 4 weeks) and a minimum of 2 puppy classes 1 hour each. These courses run constantly at Dog Training Ireland, so there is plenty of choice to suit schedules. Current Schedules can be seen here: http://www.dogtrainingireland.ie/training_classes.php.

Students are welcome to attend other courses available at Dog Training Ireland as spectators to gain experience prior to completion of this course.

All assessments and project work are graded by an internal assessor, external assessor and there is a strict verification process.

Course Fees start at €800
Contact us by email Info@dogtrainingireland.ie should you need any extra information.


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  1. Charlie | 14 January 2010, 21:40

    hi was looking for more information on the course in march
    and the location thanks

  2. Kevin Dinan | 19 January 2010, 17:02

    Interested in the course. When does it commence?

  3. Mireia Roses | 20 January 2010, 16:45

    Hi! My name is Mireia. Last tuesday I was listening to the radio and I heard that you will start a course about How to be a dog trainer. I’m interested to do the course because I want to become a dog trainer.
    Mireia

  4. Carmel Ni Shuilleabhain | 21 January 2010, 19:18

    I am interested in your course to train as a dog trainer.could you email me re the course? My phone number is 087 2345257. Thanks Carmel

  5. Anna | 23 January 2010, 19:36

    Hello. I am very interested in that course but wolud you be sao kind and send more detalis abouyt that. Who will be a teacher, what kind qualifiactions will we get, and where tahat will take a place? Thank You.

  6. Martina Merren | 25 January 2010, 14:41

    I am interested in your course to train as a dog trainer.could you email me re the course? My phone number is 087 6123861. Thanks Martina

  7. alan cummins | 26 January 2010, 01:10

    hey is attendence to all weekday evening classes mandatory or is there a home study element?

  8. Gwen Dowling | 26 January 2010, 01:14

    Hi Tara
    My son Mark who works in the pound would be really interested in the course :) will get your number off Liz and give you a buzz :)

  9. Rachel Moran | 26 January 2010, 11:19

    Could you please add me on to the list for the ‘train the trainer’ course in March.
    Kindest regards,
    Rachel Moran

  10. tinagln | 01 February 2010, 23:21

    could you advice as to where in sligo ireland i would find a dog trainer to train a dog, i have not being able to find one

  11. Diane Kelly | 08 February 2010, 17:51

    Hi I am interested where the course is and the times

  12. ute giede | 09 February 2010, 18:13

    Hello, I already received a mail from you regarding this training course. I am really interested in this course and would like to enrol. Please advice as I do not want to lose my place in class. Kind regards. Ute

    PS. Is there any opportunity for people outside the County to have a friday/weekend course? I already know someone who would be very interested, but would have to travel from cork. It would be great if this also could be taken into consideratation, as this is the only accredited course avail in Ireland and I see already there is so much interest which is brilliant !!! Thanks a mill for this !!!

  13. Tim Spelman | 12 February 2010, 18:05

    Could you please Email your next course date after March course as i am a 50 year old unemployed male from Galway who has a keen interest in your course ,Thank you

  14. marby | 13 February 2010, 12:12

    Hello I am living in Co Carlow and would love to do the dog traning course. Where would your course be held and how do I get a place on it? Regards Marby

  15. francis murray | 17 February 2010, 22:32

    hi i live in belfaast and am intrested in becoming a dog trainer .could you please send me more info including dates and the price of the coruse

  16. ronan maguire | 23 February 2010, 19:35

    hello,i would be really really interested in training at your residence.i am 23 and would love to make a career out of training dogs as they have been a lifelong passion for me.i realise i am probably to late to enrolle in march but i would really appreciate and love if you would consider selecting me for the course next time round.I await your reply, thank you

  17. Amanda Costello | 24 February 2010, 14:51

    Hi i would be interested in doing the dog training course if you could please send me some information. I was also wondering is March the only course running or will there be a course running say during the summer months.

  18. john hannon | 01 March 2010, 13:31

    hi im wondering if its too late to apply for the course and if its not where is it on thanks

  19. caroline | 02 March 2010, 22:59

    Hi i am interested in the dog traing course just enquiring the location and price please

  20. Carmel Marzouk | 08 March 2010, 12:31

    Please let me know the location I am from Galway

  21. Mary O'Riordan | 10 March 2010, 22:29

    Hi, I would love to take part in your train the trainer course as I have always been interested in working with dogs. As I am undoubtedly too late for the March 2010 course perhaps you could let me know when/where you will be running the next course. Any other relevant details would be welcome. Many thanks, Mary

  22. Carol Sheehan | 13 March 2010, 22:45

    very good at training my dogs want to become a professional . 0862040624

  23. gary burke | 16 March 2010, 02:40

    hi
    could you let me know when your next dog training course starts i realise i’ve probably missed the opportunity to enroll this time around i have recently volunteered my services to the d.s.p.c.a as i am currently unemployed and i would really like a career working with dogs i have always had dogs and they bring me a lot of joy i also believe i am a natural with dogs so why not make a career out of it .
    kindest regards
    gary burke.

  24. Annette Vahey | 16 March 2010, 19:36

    Hi there, I am very interested in the dog training course if you could forward some details that would be great

  25. Stephen | 21 March 2010, 03:24

    Hey,Im just wondering when the course in March is starting.I am very interested in making a career out of it.

  26. richard | 31 March 2010, 05:44

    very excellent content

  27. Brenda Tighe | 02 April 2010, 09:20

    Have just seen your web site but have obviously missed your March training course. Will you be running any more courses ?

  28. Denis Judge | 06 April 2010, 19:59

    Hi Could you please forward me on more information please.

  29. Rhonda Reihill | 07 April 2010, 17:08

    Hi there,

    I’m very interested in your train the dog trainer course and would love more info.

    Many thanks
    Rhonda

  30. marion ryan | 07 June 2010, 12:25

    i am interested in this course i would like some information as i would be happy to start this course next year thanking u ,marion