At this level, you will be expected to have a good foundation of knowledge and skills, including the ability to use both verbal and visual cues; to appropriately mark and reinforce behaviors; the ability to lure behaviors and fade the lure; use a target stick and hand target with ease and finesse, and know how to capture and free shape simple tricks. We will also be looking for evidence that the learner is a willing, enthusiastic partner in the training process!

All the skills and knowledge learnt in the Apprentice Level Course of the DogNostics Dog Trainer Certificate Program are put to the test when earning the TrickMeister Apprentice Title!

The TrickMeister Apprentice Title is a prerequisite for the Journeyman and Master titles. You do not need to apply for the more advanced titles.

You do not need to take the DogNostics Dog Trainer Certificate Program in order to submit your application to earn the Apprentice Title. We would, however, highly recommend it!