If you have always dreamed of becoming a dog trainer,
the Hustle Up™ School for Dog Trainers is for you!

Who should take this course?

If you have a passion for animals and want to make a change in both people and dogs’ lives then this course is for you. Some BPCTEs have taken the BPCTE Course to assist in their current career or to start a dog related business of their own. 

What careers can benefit from the BPCTE Course? ·      Veterinarian ·      Veterinary Technician ·      Groomer ·      Dog Walker ·      Dog Sitter ·      Rescue Group or Shelter ·      Dog Daycare ·      Animal Control ·      …to name a few!
See what some of our BPCTEs have done with their certification - click here!

 

 *INDUSTRY DISCOUNT
For people that are already part of the animal industry we offer a discount of $600 off of their tuition (before tax is applied). These individuals are generally dog walkers, groomers, vet techs or the like. Email to see if you qualify! Proof is required.

COURSE INFORMATION

 - Start Dates
 - Requirements
 - Method of Training
 - Course Overview
 - Final Exams
 - Certification
 - Continuing Education
 - Application Process
 - Contact Details

Start Dates

2013 Mississauga, ON* - April 5th, 2013 Calgary, AB* - April 5th, 2013                                 All dates are subject to change.   More dates and locations will be posted by the end of this year.   *minimum of 4 people required   Applications are due six (6) weeks prior to the course start date. At this time if there are not four (4) students enrolled in the course it will be cancelled.   If you think there should be a BPCTE Course in your city, suggest it!

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Requirements The requirements for the BPCTE Course are simple; come with an open mind, willingness to learn and bring a dog!  Other than those 3 things we will teach you what you need to know in order to educate people and train dogs effectively, so no dog training experience is required or deemed a pre-requisite for the BPCTE Course. Don’t have a dog? Past students have borrowed a friend or family member’s dog to use during the 6 weeks. We have other options for you as well – just ask!  All applicants must be at least 18 years of age.

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 Method of Training

The training is based on establishing oneself as the alpha in the “pack”. Dogs are pack animals and look for leadership, if leadership is not provided they take on the alpha role without the proper skills required to lead. This is when you start to see the dog act out in ways such as chewing, pulling on the leash, nipping or showing signs of separation anxiety. Through the use of body language, little verbal communication and no treats, the Brad Pattison Certified Trainer Educator Course is set apart from any other dog trainer course in the industry.

Please note that we do not use any forms of masking such as treats, pinch collars, shock collars or anything similar. The only tools used are the Hustle Up™ Martingale collar and 6ft Leash.

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Course Overview

·      Pack mentality of dogs & establishing your leadership (alpha)

·      The benefits of forming a strong bond with your dog

·      
Building a foundation
in training to further build on

·      Evaluate and study the body language and communication of dogs

·      Effective communication with dogs, through their own language

·      Dog Growth and Developmental Cycle


·      General understanding of aggressions
and how to handle them

·      Prevention of behavioral problems


·      Hands-free training

·      Street Safety Training
 & how to teach your own classes

·      How to praise a dog the way they want to be acknowledged


·      Hand signals and human sound signals

·      Canine fears, anxiety and stereotypes

·      Starting up your own business and establishing excellent customer service


·      
…and much more!

Approximately 30% of the BPCTE course is ‘in-class’, with the remaining 70% outdoors in varying environments and surroundings.

Assignments, homework and quizzes will be given throughout the course to be done during the week.

The course runs three days per week over six consecutive weeks.

Fridays (9am - 5pm)*

Saturdays (8am - 5pm)*

Sundays (8am - 4pm)*

Each day a lunch break is given.

*Hours are subject to change due to weather and/or time of year. Students will be given proper notice of these changes.

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Final Exams  There are 3 components to the final exam,  which are held on separate days:  Handlers Test (1 hour)  Written Exam (6-8 hours)  Multiple Choice Exam (3-4 hours)  A passing mark of 80% is required to receive your certification.

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Certification

Once you have graduated from the BPCTE Course you will be given the title BPCTE, which stands for Brad Pattison Certified Trainer Educator. Our organization is all about education, not just dog training, hence the ‘educator’ part in the name. Graduating as a BPCTE also means you become a part of the Brad Pattison Entertainment Corp. (BPEC) family, an organization of over 70 BPCTEs that are there to support you, back you up and help with anything you need.

You will also create a personal profile that will be posted on Brad Pattison’s website and receive referrals from the website’s e-mail ‘help’ requests. BPEC does not guarantee successful referrals.

All BPCTEs are first to be given any opportunity to work alongside the Pattison Team or apply for an open position with Hustle Up™ Training.

One is not a behaviorist upon graduating from the Brad Pattison Certified Trainer Educator Course.

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Continuing Education

All BPCTEs are highly encouraged to attend a yearly conference for continued education. These conferences are advantageous as they provide the perfect opportunity to meet the rest of the BPCTE family and gain additional knowledge to help your business succeed. In the past, we have had speakers like Dr. Tiffany Lennox DVM (Calgary, AB) and Steve Gregory from Sunshine Pet Supplies (Kelowna, BC) and focused on topics from dog food and pet first aid to how to brand your business and succeed in the dog training world.

 
2010 BPCTE Conference

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Application Process

To apply for the BPCTE Course you need to complete the application package, including:

1. Application Form: Must fill out the Become a CTE form to receive this

2. Current Resume

3. Two Referral Letters from either a past employer, client, colleague or veterinarian. 


4. Current photo of you and your dog (headshots not permitted) 

Once your application package has been reviewed you will be contacted for a phone interview.

Upon acceptance you would then receive an acceptance email with all necessary information.  

Applications are due one month prior to the course start date. At this time if there are not 4 students enrolled in the course it will be cancelled.

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Meet our BPCTE Course Instructors!

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	Fill out the Become a CTE form

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