Good Pup Academy's "Dog Trainer Program"

If you are passionate about dogs, turn that passion into a career!  You can:

  • Work closely with dogs of all kinds (and their people)
  • Be your own boss……or not – whichever you prefer
  • Have an unlimited earning potential
  • Earn extra money doing what you love part time
  • Make a difference for the dogs and the people you work with 

Good Pup Academy (GPA) is a one of a kind comprehensive program that will prepare you for a career in dog training.  GPA’s program offers:

  • Convenient and flexible school hours
  • Dedicated personal and professional instruction – this is not an online course!
  • Practical (hands on) learning with your own dog as well as a variety of other dogs
  • Professional mentorship and guidance from a CPDT-KA
  • Comprehensive textbook
  • Unique one-on-one program – individual and personalized learning – no cold, impersonal or unknown program managers. 

You will learn:

  • The study of canines – health, anatomy and husbandry
  • Science Based learning theory
  • Dog obedience training
  • Problem solving
  • Behavior modification
  • Dog communication
  • Client communication
  • Safety and business practices 

Interested, but not sure if a dog training career is right for you?

Contact me to shadow a class or consult for free 

Requirements:

  • High school diploma or GED
  • 18 years or older
  • Live in the Kansas City area
  • Be dedicated and self motivated 

Upon graduation, you will:

This is an individualized, elite program with only a few students accepted each year.  Applying to GPA does not guarantee admittance.  Admittance is determined on a case by case basis. 

Tuition:
GPA’s Dog Trainer program is an 8-12 month program depending on your level of commitment and availability.  Tuition options include: 

Tuition  $900.00        

Payment options:

  • 2 payments of $475 ($950 total)
  • 3 payments of $325 ($975 total)
  • 4 payments of $250 ($1000 total)
  • 6 payments of $190 ($1140 total) 

Ready to start the application process?