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Animal Care and Dog Psychology Pathway

Turn what you love into what you do with dog psychology 101

Take your passion out for a walk with the Animal Care and Dog Psychology Pathway. Choose one of our animal care training courses to learn basic dog training principles, how trainers approach a working dog, what controls a dog’s movements – and some fundamental principles of dog obedience training.

These animal care and behaviour courses cover canine psychology, communication, senses and behavioural disorders and include a section on starting your own canine care business utilising intelligent financial management.

Study dog psychology today to turn what you love into how you live.

Enrol from only €29 per week | 14-Day Money Back Guarantee

Duration

18 Months Access | ~400 hours

Learning Mode

100% online, study whenever suits you

Unlimited Support

Receive 24/7 support via email and phone

Qualification

Industry-accredited Pathway

GAIN AN INDUSTRY ACCREDITED QUALIFICATION & EARN MORE

What You'll Learn In This Course

Potential Job Outcomes

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

  1. Introduction to Animal Care
  2. Anatomy and Physiology
  3. Husbandry of Dogs
  4. Husbandry of Other Species
  5. Common Diseases of Dogs
  6. Common Diseases of Other Species
  7. First Aid, Accidents and Emergencies
  8. Handling and Safety
  9. Veterinary Health Care and Procedures
  10. Training and Behaviour
  1. Nature and Scope of Canine Psychology
  2. Canine Senses and Communication
  3. Understanding Natural Canine Behaviour
  4. Canine Behavioural Development
  5. Canine Behavioural Disorders
  6. Basic Dog Training Principles
  7. Dog Obedience Training
  8. Controlling a Dog’s Movement
  9. Training Working Dogs
  1. Starting Up
  2. Business Types and Structures
  3. Preparing your Business Plan
  4. Marketing and Social Media
  5. What is Accounting?
  6. Transactions and Definitions
  7. Accounts and Definitions
  8. Accounts and Financial Statements
  9. Accounting for Transactions
  10. Planning for Profit
  11. Introduction to VAT

Want to see more job outcomes and how your future could change?

GET THE ROLES YOU WANT
WHEN YOU WANT THEM

This course gives you the practical skills, qualifications, and confidence to really stand out in the job market.

Industry-Accredited Recognised

Industry-Accredited & Recognised

With courses accredited by leading organisations like the International Council for Online Education Standards (ICOES), CPD Standards Office, AAT and others, you don’t just gain knowledge; you position yourself as an outstanding candidate with a qualification you can trust.

247 Tutor Support Career Coaching

24/7 Tutor Support & Career Coaching

We’re here to help every step of the way, offering round-the-clock support. Our career coaches will guide you with CV advice and interview preparation to achieve your goals.

247 Tutor Support Career Coaching

24/7 Tutor Support & Career Coaching

We’re here to help every step of the way, offering round-the-clock support. Our career coaches will guide you with CV advice and interview preparation to achieve your Career goals!

Expand your Network

Expand Your Knowledge

Explore a variety of topics, from animal behaviour to nutrition, to enhance your understanding of different species and their needs.

Practical Knowledge

Practical Skills

Gain hands-on experience through interactive modules that teach you essential care techniques for domestic and wild animals.

Personal Growth

Develop empathy and a deeper connection with animals, enriching your personal life and fostering a greater appreciation for all living creatures

FLEXIBLE PAYMENT OPTIONS

Whether you prefer to pay upfront, weekly, fortnightly, or even monthly, we’ve got you covered. With our flexible payment options, you’ll have the freedom to choose the payment frequency that works best for you. No matter your budget or schedule, we’re here to make education affordable and accessible for you.

SAVE €600

Pay Upfront

 

€1,599

 

 

One-off up-front payment

14-day money back guarantee

 

MOST AFFORDABLE

Payment Plan

 

€29

PER WEEK

Budget friendly option with flexibility in payments

Pay weekly, fortnightly, or monthly

No deposit, no credit check

Total Cost: 1,599.00

We donate a portion of all course proceeds to theISPCA

Earn an Industry-Accredited Certificate

Upon successfully completing your course, you’ll be awarded a Certificate of Achievement from The Career Academy. This certificate not only recognises your hard work but also serves as an industry-accredited qualification that will help you stand out in the job market. Whether you’re aiming for a new job or looking to get promoted, this certificate will open doors to better career opportunities.

Get Unlimited Support from Industry Experts

Our tutors are here to help you every step of the way. They’re not just knowledgeable, they’re passionate about your success. Whether it’s a quick question or detailed guidance, you’ll have unlimited access to tutor support via phone and email. We’re committed to ensuring you feel confident and supported throughout your learning journey.

What Could Your Future Look Like?

Our Pet & Animal Care courses prepare you for exciting roles with Animals. Whether you want to work with a small business or a global corporation, we’ll equip you for roles such as:

Career Benefits

  • Understand the scope & nature of canine psychology
  • Increase your knowledge on canine psychology & obedience techniques
  • Learn to prepare a business plan for your canine care business
  • Gain a certificate of achievement
  • Understand essentials around planning for profit & VAT
  • Master the fundamentals of payroll & financial statement analysis
  • Enjoy one-to-one mentoring with a dedicated business coach

Land Your Dream Job Or Promotion

The Career Academy is committed to helping you upskill so you can get a new job or gain a promotion. Upon enrolment, you’ll receive instant access to our Career Centre and benefit from:

  • Latest job opportunities and other industry connections to gain the confidence and the networks you need to succeed
  • Access to CV Templates; freshen your current CV with one of our professional templates
  • A free personalised CV review – we’ll review and provide feedback on your CV to ensure it stands out from the crowd
  • Useful job tips and resources – we’ll outline a clear five step job success process for you to follow
  • Help getting ready for interviews – will give you tips & tricks on how to succeed

 

We also offer extra job and career support for those that want to upgrade to the Career Success Bundle. When you upgrade to this, you’ll receive these fantastic benefits:

  • Kickstart Your Career: Unlock your potential with expert advice and expert coaching designed to help you land your dream job
  • Personalised Career Plan: A tailored plan that guides you on your path to success
  • LinkedIn Upgrade: Get a professional profile review and enhance your online presence
  • Proven Strategies: Learn proven strategies for career and job success

Student Success Stories

Read through our student’s incredible journies with us at The Career Academy.

Free Student Resources

Once you enrol you will receive a Student ID card, allowing you to instantly prove your official status and access over 150,000 students discounts both in The Career Academy and around the world.

Key Benefits:

  • Receive a Virtual Student ID Card for you to use anywhere, anytime
  • Get discounts on food, entertainment, travel and more!
  • Enables you to prove your official student status

Enrol Today and Unlock These Exclusive Benefits:

HEAR FROM OUR SUCCESSFUL GRADUATES

83% of our graduates say their qualification improved their ability to get a new job or promotion.

MAKE YOUR BEST CAREER MOVE YET

FROM JUST €29 PER WEEK

Request a free course guide to:

  • Course duration, qualifications and module details
  • Pricing and payment options
  • Compare other related courses
  • Receive a free course consultation

Prefer to chat about this course? Or maybe you’d like to discuss this course’s subject? Call today on 01 437 8559 to speak directly with our of our course consultants.

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WHY THE CAREER ACADEMY?

At The Career Academy, we're more than an online course provider. With over 15 years of experience, we help more than 25,000 students find their path to success every year.

Here's why our students choose us:

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

There are no entry requirements or prerequisites to enrol on this course. You can enrol online directly by clicking on “Enrol Now” and following the prompts.  

 

Alternatively, you can enrol over the phone with our friendly student advisors – call 01 437 8559 or email [email protected]

This course takes approximately 400 hours, and you’ll have up to 18 months to complete. Study in your own time, at your own pace. Most of The Career Academy courses are designed so that you do one module a week, but if life gets busy, you can apply for a course extension if you need more time.

Upon completing this course, you could obtain work as an Assistant Dog Trainer or move into a practical work experience position with a professional Dog Trainer.

Contact a friendly student advisor on 01 437 8559 to learn about potential career outcomes and where our courses could take you. You’ll also receive a FREE CV review.

Your course is delivered through our online learning platform, which you can access from any web browser 24/7 to work whenever and wherever you want. You can also interact with your tutors and other students within the learning environment. Online learning allows you to make the best use of your time and puts all the necessary resources at your fingertips. There are no set course start dates; you can start whenever you are ready, and your tutors and student services will check in on your progress and help you every step of the way.

Watch this video to see how online learning works:    

Absolutely! You’ve got a 14-day cooling-off period (trial period) at the start of your course. Take that time to review all your learning material and get a feel for online learning. If you decide the course isn’t for you within the trial period, you’ll get a full money-back guarantee*.

The Career Academy Animal Care and Dog Psychology Pathway is a great starting point if you want to learn to care for your animals or work towards a role alongside canine care specialists.

READY TO GET QUALIFIED AND EARN MORE?

Enrol today and start building your career in accounting, finance or business. With flexible payment plans and 24/7 tutor support, we make it easy to fit learning into your life.