At this level, you will be expected to have a good knowledge and skill-set, including the ability to use verbal, visual and olfactory cues; to lure, capture and shape behaviors; to use primary and secondary reinforcers; to use various reinforcement strategies, and to use various behavior markers/bridging stimuli. All the skills learnt in the Journeyman Level of the DogNostics Dog Trainer Certificate Program are put to the test when earning the Journeyman Title! The tricks (behaviors) taught are more demanding than those in the Apprentice Title but the main aim is to test the guardian or trainer’s skills, knowledge and ability. We will also be looking for evidence that the learner is a willing, enthusiastic partner in the training process!

The Apprentice Title is a prerequisite for video submission to earn the Journeyman Title.

You do not need to apply for the more advanced Master Title.

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