Instructions
Contact an established, local dog trainer about a dog training job. Make an appointment and ask if the business offers apprenticeships or if it is hiring help. One of the best avenues for gaining experience and credibility in the dog training profession is to work for an established professional. Perform an Internet search or browse the listings in the local phone book for names of dog training businesses to contact.
Contact a few trade schools. As of 2010, the some national trade schools are offering online classes for dog training in Michigan. Register with the school of your choice, and pay all necessary enrollment and tuition fees.
Penn Foster Career Schools
pennfoster.edu
1-800-214-6230
Animal Behavior Institute
animaledu.com
1-866-755-0448
Join a local or national dog trainer association chapter in Michigan. Many reputable dog trainer associations offer education, training and certification programs. The certificates offered by private associations are issued only by the association itself, not the state government.
Humane Dog Trainer's Guild
humanedogtrainersguild.com
International Association of Canine Professionals
canineprofessionals.com
1-866-755-0448
How to Become a Dog Trainer in Michigan Schools
As of 2010, Michigan does not have formal regulations or requirements for becoming a dog trainer in the state. However, even though the state government does not require education, it is a good idea to get training. Michigan has trade schools that offer a dog trainer certification programs online. Also, some national dog trainer associations offer certification programs to association members in Michigan. Making the effort to get trained and certified will allow a new dog trainer to gain credibility in the field.