General Information

Learn from Industry Professionals. Train with Purpose.

The National Dog Trainers Federation Dog Behaviour and Training Course has been developed by experienced industry professionals to provide practical, real-world knowledge and skills that can be applied with confidence. Whether your goal is to better understand your own dog, develop professional training skills, or explore opportunities within the dog industry, this course combines modern learning with hands-on experience to help you achieve your goals.

Designed around contemporary training practices and animal welfare principles, the program equips you with the knowledge to assess behaviour, solve common training challenges, and build stronger relationships between dogs and their owners.

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A Balanced Approach

At NDTF, we believe there is no single approach that suits every dog or every situation.

Our training philosophy combines the strengths of:

Balanced Training
Holistic Training
LIMA (Least Intrusive, Minimally Aversive)

This balanced approach enables students to:

Develop a sound understanding of canine learning and behavioural psychology.
Apply ethical and effective behaviour modification techniques.
Select appropriate training strategies based on each individual dog.
Promote positive welfare outcomes by reducing fear, stress, and aggression.
Build confident, practical decision-making skills when working with dogs and their owners.
By understanding multiple evidence-based approaches, graduates are equipped to make informed decisions while maintaining the highest standards of animal welfare.

Practical Learning Designed for the Real World

This course has been designed to reflect the knowledge, skills, and expectations oftoday's dog training industry. Each module combines theory with practical application, allowing you to build confidence while developing the skills required to work with dogs in real-life situations.

Throughout the course, you will participate in a variety of learning activities, including:

Interactive quizzes
Applied knowledge activities
Scenario-based problem-solving
Practical dog training exercises
Behaviour assessments
Training planning and evaluation
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These activities are designed to strengthen your understanding of canine behaviour, learning theory, welfare, training methodologies, and professional handling techniques.
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Learn by Doing

At NDTF, we believe practical experience is one of the most valuable ways to develop your skills. Throughout the program, you'll work through realistic training scenarios, behavioural assessments, and structured practical exercises that reflect the work undertaken by professional dog trainers.

You'll develop the confidence to observe behaviour, assess training needs, apply appropriate techniques, and evaluate training outcomes, helping you build practical skills that can be applied in everyday training environments.

The National Dog Trainers Federation is the National representative body in Australia for dog trainers from all fields. The Federation was established in 1993 in response to the recognised need for a representative and educational organisation for the dog training industry.

Address:

20 Havelock Road
Bayswater, VIC, 3153

Email

‍info@ndtf.net.au
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Phone

1300 66 44 66

NDTF acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we live and work, and recognises their continuing connection to land, waters, and community. We pay our respect to Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and TorresStrait Islander peoples.