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Handbook for Candidates

SPRING 2010 TESTING PERIODApplication Deadline: January 15, 2010

Testing Begins: Saturday, March 13, 2010Testing Ends: Saturday, March 27, 2010

FALL 2010 TESTING PERIODApplication Deadline: July 31, 2010

Testing Begins: Saturday, September 11, 2010Testing Ends: Saturday, September 25, 2010

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Mission Statement

The Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers(CCPDT) serves to establish and maintain recognizedstandards of competence in dog training by certifyingtrainers through criteria based on experience,standardized testing, and continuing education, andidentifies those individuals to the dog owning public.

The Guiding Principles of the Certification Councilfor Professional Dog Trainers

To develop a recognized standard ofproficiency and scientific exactitude in theprofession of pet dog trainers through anindependent, not for profit certification processof standardized testing.

To maintain a current, empirically validated,certification test that is psychometricallysound, based on science content in the field,and independent of commercial influence.

To recognize documented training experienceas valid, functional criteria relevant to thecertification process.

To encourage growth in and fluency ofknowledge in the field, and thus foster a link inthe community of trainers, academics and petprofessionals.

To benefit animal and human welfare bypromoting training strategies and methodsbased on humane practices as supported bycurrent scientific research.

To promote and protect the CPDT designationas the publicly recognized credential of trainerscommitted to education, experience andprofessional excellence.

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CERTIFICATION

The Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers(CCPDT) endorses the concept of voluntary, periodiccertification by examination for all professional dog trainers.Certification is one part of the credentialing process. Itfocuses specifically on the individual and is an indication ofrelevant current knowledge in a specialized area of practice.Certification in professional dog training is highly valued andprovides formal recognition of basic dog training knowledge.

The CCPDT reserves the right to change any of therequirements concerning its Certified Professional DogTrainer-Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA) credential, includingbut not limited to the eligibility requirements, examinationcontent, recertification requirements, fees, use of the mark,name of the mark, and the website. Information published inthe current version of the Handbook for Candidates on theCCPDT website supersedes all other printed or electronicversions of the Handbook. Neither the handbook, theexamination application form, the examination, nor theCCPDT credential constitute a contract between thecandidate or the certificant and the CCPDT.

PURPOSES OF CERTIFICATION

TO PROMOTE DELIVERY OF SAFE AND EFFECTIVE DOGTRAINING THROUGH THE CERTIFICATION OF QUALIFIEDPROFESSIONAL DOG TRAINERS BY:

1. Recognizing formally those individuals who meet theeligibility requirements of the CCPDT and pass theCertification Examination for Professional Dog Trainers –Knowledge Assessed.

2. Encouraging continued personal and professional growthin the practice of professional dog training.

3. Establishing and measuring the level of knowledge andtraining skills required for certification in professionaldog training.

4. Providing a standard of knowledge and training skillrequisite for certification; thereby assisting theemployer, public, and members of the professional dogcare industry in the assessment of the professional dogtrainer.

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ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

1. At least 300 hours experience in dog training within thelast five years. Two hundred twenty-five (225) hours or75% of experience must be actual teaching hours (groupclass, private lessons) as a ‘Head Trainer’ or Instructor.Seventy-five (75) hours or 25% of experience can be inother related areas such as working with shelteranimals, assisting in classes, working as a veterinarytechnician or grooming (bather position not applicable).Occasionally, it has been necessary to verify theexperience of a candidate, even after passing theexamination. It is advised that a document listing yourexperience with names and contact information be keptin a safe place for future verification.

2. A high school diploma or equivalent.

3. One reference from each of the following: Veterinarian Client Colleague

4. Completion and filing of an Application for theCertification Examination for Professional Dog Trainers –Knowledge Assessed.

5. Signing and filing the CCPDT Code of Ethics.

6. Payment of required fee.

APPEALS ON ELIGIBILITY

Candidates who have been deemed ineligible to sit for theexamination may appeal in writing to the Certification Councilfor Professional Dog Trainers. The letter must beaccompanied by supporting documents. The appeal must bereceived within 21 calendar days after the postmark on thenotice of ineligibility sent to the candidate. The CertificationCouncil for Professional Dog Trainers will review the appealand notify the candidate in writing of its decision within 10days of receipt of the written appeal.

NON-DISCRIMINATION

The Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers doesnot discriminate against any individual on the basis of race,color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or anyother characteristic prohibited by law.

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ADMINISTRATION

The Certification Program is sponsored by the CertificationCouncil for Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT). TheCertification Examination for Professional Dog Trainers –Knowledge Assessed is administered for the CCPDT by theProfessional Testing Corporation (PTC), 1350 Broadway -17th Floor, New York, New York 10018, (212) 356-0660,www.ptcny.com. Questions concerning the examinationshould be referred to PTC.

ATTAINMENT OF CERTIFICATION AND RECERTIFICATION

Eligible candidates who pass the Certification Examination forProfessional Dog Trainers – Knowledge Assessed are eligibleto use the designation, Certified Professional Dog Trainer-Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA), after their names and willreceive a certificate verifying their certified status from theCCPDT. This certificate is the property of CCPDT. A registryof Certified Professional Dog Trainers will be maintained bythe CCPDT. Certified Professional Dog Trainers’ names andcontact information will be posted on the CCPDT website atwww.ccpdt.org. Other dog training organizations andassociations may list the CPDT-KA designation in theirlistings.

The Certification for Professional Dog Trainer-KnowledgeAssessed designation is recognized for a period of threeyears at which time the certificant must accumulatecontinuing education credits at CCPDT approved programsand meet any new requirements or measures of qualificationor retake and pass the current Certification Examination forProfessional Dog Trainers – Knowledge Assessed.

REVOCATION OF CERTIFICATION

Certification will be revoked for any of the following reasons:

1. Falsification of any part of an Application.

2. Conviction of charges of animal cruelty or neglect.

3. Misrepresentation of certification status.

The Appeals Committee of the CCPDT provides the appealmechanism for challenging revocation of CCPDT Certification.It is the responsibility of the individual to initiate this process.

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APPLICATION PROCEDURE

To obtain additional Handbooks for Candidates andApplications for the Certification Examination for ProfessionalDog Trainers – Knowledge Assessed, contact theProfessional Testing Corporation, 1350 Broadway - 17thFloor, New York, New York 10018, (212) 356-0660, or byvisiting the PTC website at www.ptcny.com.

Read and follow the directions on the Application and in thisHandbook for Candidates.

COMPLETION OF APPLICATION

Complete and fill in as appropriate all information requestedon the Application. Mark ONE response only unless otherwiseindicated. Please ensure that all responses are legible.

CANDIDATE INFORMATION: Starting at the top of theApplication, print your name, address, daytime phonenumber, evening phone number, and e-mail address.

ELIGIBILITY AND BACKGROUND INFORMATION: Allquestions must be answered. Mark only ONE responseunless otherwise indicated.

EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION; Complete the itemsregarding your current employment situation.

OPTIONAL: These questions are optional. The informationrequested is to assist in complying with equal opportunityguidelines and will be used only in statistical summaries.Such information will in no way affect your test results.

CANDIDATE REFERENCE SHEET: The following referencesare required to be eligible to take the CPDT-KA certificationexamination: one from a veterinarian, one from a client, andone from a CPDT-KA colleague. Distribute a reference sheetto reference sources who know you well enough to provideinformation about your dog training knowledge and skills andask them to complete the reference sheet, seal it in anenvelope, sign across the sealed back flap, and return it toyou.

SUBMITTING THE REFERENCE SHEET: Each referenceshould return the completed reference sheet in a sealedenvelope to the candidate. Candidates MUST submit all threereferences in their sealed envelopes with the application andfee to the Professional Testing Corporation.

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CODE OF ETHICS: All applicants must agree to adhere to theCCPDT Code of Ethics and submit a signed copy with theirapplication.

CANDIDATE SIGNATURE: When you have completed allrequired information, sign and date the Application in thespace provided.

Mail the Application, Code of Ethics, references, and theappropriate fee (see FEES below) in time to be received bythe deadline shown on the cover of this Handbook to:

CCPDT EXAMINATIONPROFESSIONAL TESTING CORPORATION

1350 Broadway – 17th FloorNew York, New York 10018

FEES

Application fee for the Certification Examination forProfessional Dog Trainers – Knowledge Assessed.

APDT, NADOI, IAABC, IACP, CAPPDT Members .... $335.00Non-Members ........................................................ $385.00

MAKE CHECK OR MONEY ORDER PAYABLE TO:

CCPDT EXAMINATION

Visa, MasterCard, and American Express are also accepted.Please complete the credit card payment form on theApplication.

REFUNDS

There will be no refund of fees. Candidates unable to takethe examination as scheduled may request a transfer to thenext examination date if request is submitted with thetransfer fee of $185 and received within 30 days after thetesting periods ends.

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EXAMINATION ADMINISTRATION

The Certification Examination for Professional Dog Trainers –Knowledge Assessed is administered during an establishedtwo-week testing period, at computer-based testing facilitiesmanaged by PSI/LaserGrade Computer Testing, Inc.PSI/LaserGrade has several hundred testing sites in theUnited States as well as Canada. Please note: Hours anddays of availability vary at different centers. Scheduling isdone on a first-come, first-serve basis. To find a testingcenter near you visit: www.lasergrade.com or callPSI/LaserGrade at (800) 211-2754. You will not be able toschedule your examination appointment until you havereceived an Eligibility Notice from PTC.

ONLINE TUTORIAL AND SAMPLE TEST

A Tutorial and a Sample Demonstration Test can be viewedonline.

Browse to www.lasergrade.com Select Test Taker/Candidates menu Select Testing Software Demo Select the "General Education Demo Test" Click on the "Start LaserGrade Online Demo Test"

button.

This online Tutorial and Sample Test can give you an ideaabout the features of the testing software.

SCHEDULING YOUR EXAMINATION APPOINTMENT

Once your application has been received and processed, andyour eligibility verified, you will be mailed an Eligibility Notice.The Eligibility Notice plus current government issuedphoto identification must be presented in order to gainadmission to the testing center. A candidate not receivingan Eligibility Notice or other correspondence at least threeweeks before the beginning of the two-week testing periodshould contact the Professional Testing Corporation bytelephone at (212) 356-0660.

The Eligibility Notice will indicate where to call to scheduleyour examination appointment as well as the dates in whichtesting is available. Appointment times are first-come, first-serve, so schedule your appointment as soon as you receiveyour Eligibility Notice in order to maximize your chance oftesting at your preferred location and on your preferred date.

It is highly recommended that each candidate becomesfamiliar with the testing site before the scheduled testdate.

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INDIVIDUALS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS

Special testing arrangements will be made for individualswith special needs. Submit the Application, Examination Fee,and a completed and signed Request for SpecialAccommodations Form, available from www.ptcny.com or bycalling PTC at (212) 356-0660. Requests for special testingfor individuals with special needs must be received at leastEIGHT weeks before the testing date.

CHANGING YOUR EXAMINATION APPOINTMENT

If you need to cancel your examination appointment orreschedule to a different date within the two-week testingperiod, you must contact PSI/LaserGrade at (800) 211-2754no later than 12:00 PM, Eastern Standard Time, of the secondbusiness day PRIOR to your scheduled appointment.

RULES FOR THE EXAMINATION

1. No books or other reference materials may be taken intothe examination room.

2. No signaling devices, including pagers, cellular phones,and alarms, may be operative during the examination.

3. No test materials, documents, or memoranda of any sortare to be taken from the examination room.

4. No questions concerning content of the examinationmay be asked during the testing period. The candidateshould listen carefully to the instructions given by theProctor and should read carefully directions in the testbooklet.

5. No dogs are permitted in the testing center, exceptthose assisting the disabled.

REPORT OF RESULTS

Candidates will be notified by mail within four weeks of theclose of the testing period whether or not they have passedthe CPDT-KA examination. Scores on the major areas of theexamination and on the total examination will be reported.Successful candidates will also receive certificates from theCCPDT.

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PASSING SCORE

The examination is graded as Pass or Fail only. The methodused to set the passing score for the examination is inaccordance with standard criterion-references passing scorestandards. The passing score is set by the Board of Directorsof the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers usinggenerally accepted psychometric principles and methods todetermine what constitutes a competent dog trainingprofessional. Each candidate is measured against a standardof knowledge, not against the performance of otherindividuals taking the examination.

The examination consists of 250 multiple-choice questions,with 4 responses, only one of which is correct. The passingscore is 188.

EXAMINATION CHALLENGES

It is the policy of the Certification Council for Professional DogTrainers to provide every candidate with an opportunity toquestion the reliability, validity, and/or fairness of a test andits questions. Candidates may comment about any testquestion or questions, test procedures, and/or the test itselfby completing the comment form, which is found at the endof every examination. Alternatively, a candidate may submit acomplaint in writing to the Council’s administrative offices nolater than fourteen (14) calendar days after taking theexamination. Complaints and challenges must becommunicated in writing and within this time frame; theCouncil will NOT consider late challenges or complaints, orchallenges or complaints not submitted in writing.

All challenges and complaints shall receive the Council’s fullattention. The Council shall investigate each challenge orcomplaint and acknowledge it in writing to the complainant.

RE-EXAMINATION

The Certification Examination for Professional Dog Trainers –Knowledge Assessed may be taken as often as desired uponfiling of a new Application and fee. There is no limit to thenumber of times the examination may be repeated.

CONFIDENTIALITY

1. The CCPDT will release the individual test scores ONLYto the individual candidate and only by mail.

2. Any questions concerning test results should be referredto CCPDT or the Professional Testing Corporation.

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CONTENT OF EXAMINATION

1. The Certification Examination for Professional DogTrainers – Knowledge Assessed is a computer-basedexamination composed of a maximum of 250multiple-choice, objective questions with a total testingtime of four (4) hours.

2. The content for the examination is described in theContent Outline starting on page 10.

3. The questions for the examination are obtained fromindividuals with expertise in dog training and arereviewed for construction, accuracy, andappropriateness by the CCPDT.

4. The CCPDT, with the advice and assistance of theProfessional Testing Corporation, prepares theexamination.

5. The Certification Examination for Professional DogTrainers – Knowledge Assessed will be weighted inapproximately the following manner:

I. INSTRUCTION SKILLS ..............................................32%II. ANIMAL HUSBANDRY...............................................6%III. ETHOLOGY ...............................................................20%IV. LEARNING THEORY..................................................32%V. EQUIPMENT.............................................................10%

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CONTENT OUTLINE

I. INSTRUCTION SKILLSA. Interpersonal Skills

1. Communicationa. Establishing client rapportb. Active listeningc. Giving feedbackd. Targeting the audience

2. Interacting with clientsa. Clients with special needs, under the

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)b. Difficult clients

B. Teaching Skills1. Explain, Demonstrate, Assist2. Development of lesson plans3. Development of handouts4. Knowledge of available resources

C. Managing the Training Environment1. Safety2. Physical layout3. Distractions/Disruptions

D. Dog Skills1. Selecting a dog for demonstration2. Handling disruptive/difficult dogs3. Barking dogs4. Recognizing and managing individual differences

II. ANIMAL HUSBANDRYA. Required VaccinationsB. Symptoms of Contagious DiseasesC. Symptoms that Suggest Veterinary ReferralD. Symptoms that Suggest Limiting TrainingE. Preventive Nutrition

1. Orthopedic diseases of large breeds2. Body condition3. Age specific

F. Parasites1. Identification2. Control of in the training environment

G. Spay/Neuter1. Effects on behavior2. Effects on health3. Age consideration4. Population control

H. Function of Animal Control and its Relevance to DogTraining

I. Health/Hygiene

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III. ETHOLOGYA. DomesticationB. Body LanguageC. Development

1. Physical2. Social

D. Behavior ProblemsE. Physical and Sensory Characteristics

IV. LEARNING THEORYA. Operant Conditioning

1. Understanding behavioral consequencesa. Reinforcement – positive and negativeb. Punishment – positive and negativec. Extinction

2. Application of behavioral consequencesa. Types of reinforcers and punishers

1. Primary2. Secondary or Conditioned

b. Selection of reinforcers and punishersc. Factors influencing effectivenessd. Schedules of reinforcemente. Teaching duration of behaviorsf. Discrimination and generalizationg. Cueing behavior and stimulus control

3. Training techniquesa. Promptingb. Shapingc. Targeting

B. Classical Conditioning1. How conditioning occurs2. Extinction3. Behaviors influenced by classical conditioning

C. Environmental Control

V. EQUIPMENTA. Basic Training Equipment (Purpose, Safety, and Fit)

1. Buckle collar2. Halter3. Slip and limited collars (Choke Chain, Martingale,

snap chokes)4. Pinch/Prong Collar5. Harness6. Fixed length leash7. Long line8. Retractable leash9. Clicker

B. Ancillary Equipment (Purpose and Safety)1. Bark collar (shock, citronella, sound)2. Containment system (shock, citronella, sound)3. Remote collar (shock, citronella, sound)

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SAMPLE EXAMINATION QUESTIONS

In the following questions, choose the one best answer.

1. If an owner calls before class and says that a puppy hashad diarrhea for the past two days, the trainer should

1. advise the owner to change the puppy’s food.2. tell the owner not to worry, as diarrhea is common

in puppies.3. tell the owner not to bring the puppy to class and to

call the veterinarian.4. ask the owner for more details to determine

whether the puppy should come to class.

2. Which of the following information would be mostimportant to obtain before a dog comes to class?

1. Dog’s name, breed, and sex2. Number of people living with the dog3. Whether there are any children living in the

household4. Vaccination history and information about behavior

3. Which of the following are most important for the averagepet dog owner to learn from a puppy class?

1. How to teach the dog to sit and do tricks2. How to teach the dog precision heeling and straight

sits3. How to housetrain the dog and control

mouthing/chewing4. How to recognize and deal with aggression toward

dogs and children

4. A slip collar should not be left on an unsupervised dogbecause

1. the collar may loosen and slip off the dog.2. the dog may catch the collar on something and

strangle.3. the dog can only tolerate the collar for a short period

of time.4. it is difficult to put identification tags on this type of

collar.

5. When an unpleasant stimulus is removed following aresponse, which of the following is used?

1. Shaping2. Negative punishment3. Positive reinforcement4. Negative reinforcement

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6. How should a dog trainer handle an owner with limitedmobility?

1. Refer owner to another trainer2. Tell the owner to bring a friend to assist3. Train the dog and when the training is completed,

give the dog back to the owner with writteninstructions

4. Discuss a variety of options and agree onreasonable accommodations

7. A frightened dog may display which of the followingbehaviors?

1. Plays tug with owner2. Wags tail with ears forward3. Mounts other dogs in class4. Is unable to focus on owner and looks everywhere

8. Which of the following is the most appropriate type ofequipment for a dog with a collapsed trachea?

1. Prong2. Harness3. Limited slip4. Leash that beeps when dog pulls

9. Which of the following conditions is common in large,deep-chested breeds and is associated with exercise,excessive food and water intake, or stress?

1. Bloat2. Cancer3. Hip dysplasia4. Low blood glucose

CORRECT ANSWERS TO SAMPLE QUESTIONS

1.3, 2.4, 3.3, 4.2, 5.4, 6.4, 7.4, 8.2, 9.1

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REFERENCES

The following list of references may be of some help inpreparing for the examination. This list does not attempt toinclude all acceptable references nor is it suggested that theCertification Examination for Professional Dog Trainers –Knowledge Assessed is necessarily based on thesereferences.

BOOKS

Alexander, Melissa. Click For Joy. Sunshine Books, 2003.

Arden, Andrea. Dog-Friendly Dog Training. Howell BookHouse, Second edition, 2007.

Bailey, Gwen. The Perfect Puppy. Reed International BooksLTD., Reader’s Digest Publications, 2009.

Booth, Sheila. Purely Positive Training. Podium Publications,1998.

Donaldson, Jean. The Culture Clash. James & KennethPublishers, 1996.

Dunbar, Dr. Ian. Doctor Dunbar’s Good Little Dog Book.James & Kenneth Publishers, 2003.

Dunbar, Dr. Ian. How to Teach a New Dog Old Tricks. James& Kenneth Publishers, 1998.

Hetts, Suzanne, Ph.D. Pet Behavior Protocols. AAHA Press,1999.

Lindsay, Steven. Handbook of Applied Dog Behavior andTraining. Wiley-Blackwell, 2000.

Manning & Dawkins. Introduction to Animal Behavior, 5th

Edition Cambridge University Press, 1998.

McConnell, Patricia, Ph.D., London, Karen, Ph.D. Feisty Fido:Help For The Leash Aggressive Dog. Dog’s Best Friend, LTD.,McConnell Publishing, 2003.

McConnell, Patricia, Ph.D., I’ll Be Home Soon. Dog’s BestFriend, LTD., McConnell Publishing, 2000.

McConnell, Patricia, Ph.D., The Other End Of The Leash.Ballantine Books, 2003.

Pryor, Karen. Don’t Shoot The Dog. Ringpress Books, Ltd,, 3rd

Edition 2002

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Reid, Pamela, Ph.D. Excelerated Learning. James & KennethPublishers, 1996.

Schwartz, Barry, Robbins, Steven & Wasserman, Edward A..Psychology of Learning and Behavior. 5th Edition. W.W.Norton & Co., 2001.

Serpell, James (Editor). The Domestic Dog: Evolution,Behaviour, and Interactions with People, Cambridge Press,1996.

Stanovich, Keith. How to Think Straight About Psychology,Allyn & Bacon, 9th Edition, 2009.

Tucker, M.T. (Editor). Professional Standards for DogTrainers: Effective, Humane Principles. Delta Society, Renton,WA, 2001.

Text Book Chapters

Coon, Dennis & Mitterer, John O. Introduction to Psychology,Chapters on Learning and Conditioning, Social Behavior, andInterpersonal Communication (Applied Psychology).*

* This is an example of an Introductory Psychology text.Other similar texts are available for reference.

Videos

Bauman, Allan. Paw-sitive Dog Training. GoldenbrookKennels, 1998.

Burmaster, Corally. Puppy Kindergarten Video. The ClickerTraining Center, 2002.

Hetts, S. & Estep. Canine Behavior: Body Postures,Evaluating Behavioral Health. Denton, TX. D. ACT Inc., 2000.

Pryor, Karen. Clicker Magic. Sunshine Books, 2007.

Pryor & Klark. Puppy Love. Sunshine Books, 2007.

Software

Alloway, T., Wilson, G., Graham, J., & Krames, L. Sniffy theVirtual Rat. Wadsworth/Thompson Learning, 2000.

Books and Videos on the recommended reading list can bepurchased at Dogwise, All Things Dogs. Order online atwww. dogwise.com or call 1-800-776-2665. APDT membersget special discounts.

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Application forCERTIFICATION EXAMINATION FOR PROFESSIONAL DOG TRAINERS -Knowledge Assessed

MARKING INSTRUCTIONS: This form will be scanned by computer,so please make your marks heavy and dark, filling the circlescompletely. Please print uppercase letters and avoid contact withthe edge of the box. See example provided.


Number and Street Apartment Number

City State/Province Zip/Postal Code

Daytime Phone

- -

D. HOW MANY DOGS ON AVERAGE DO YOU GIVEPRIVATE LESSONS TO IN A TYPICAL WEEK?

Darken only one choice for each question unless otherwise directed.


Evening Phone

- -E-mail Address

Eligibility and Background Information

C. HOW MANY HOURS PER WEEK DO YOU SPENDTRAINING DOGS? (Include group classes and privatelessons.)

1 to 10 hours11 to 20 hours

21 to 30 hours31 to 40 hours

More than 40 hours

F. HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN TRAINING DOGS ASAN INSTRUCTOR? (Do not include apprenticeshipprograms or assistant instructor positions.)

IF YOU APPRENTICED UNDER ANOTHER TRAINER,HOW LONG WERE YOU IN THAT PROGRAM?

G.

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Candidate Information

None1 to 10

11 to 2021 to 30

More than 30

E. HOW MANY GROUP LESSONS ON AVERAGE DOYOU GIVE IN A TYPICAL WEEK?

None1 to 5

6 to 10More than 10

Less than 2 years2 years

3 to 5 years6 to 10 years

More than 10 years


3 to 5 yearsNot applicable

IF YOU TRAINED AS AN ASSISTANT INSTRUCTOR,HOW LONG WERE YOU IN THAT PROGRAM?

H.


3 to 5 yearsNot applicable

J. HAVE YOU TAKEN THIS EXAMINATION BEFORE?No Yes If yes, indicate month, year, and name under

which examintaiton was taken.

Date (month/year):

Name:

HIGHEST LEVEL OF EDUCATION ATTAINED:I.High School Diploma or EquivalentSome collegeAssociate's Degree

Bachelor's DegreeSome Graduate SchoolGraduate Degree

(Continue on page 2)

A. HOW MANY HOURS OF EXPERIENCE IN DOGTRAINING HAVE YOU HAD OVER THE LAST FIVEYEARS?

225 to 399 hours

400 to 499 hours

500 to 599 hours

More than 600 hours

B. HOW MANY HOURS OF EXPERIENCE IN OTHERDOG-RELATED AREAS HAVE YOU HAD OVER THELAST FIVE YEARS?

75 to 399 hours

400 to 499 hours

More than 500 hours

Are you applying to renew your CPDT certificate?

No

Yes

CPDT Certificate NumberExamination Date

Spring Fall

Last Name

First Name Middle Initial

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Age Range:Under 2525 to 2930 to 39

40 to 4950 to 5960+

Note: Information related to race, age, and gender is optional and is requested only to assist in complying with general guidelines pertaining toequal opportunity. Such data will be used only in statistical summaries and in no way will affect your certification.

Gender:MaleFemale

Race:African AmericanAsianHispanic

Native AmericanWhiteOther

I have read the Handbook for Candidates and understand I am responsible for knowing it's contents. I certify that the informationgiven in this Application is in accordance with Handbook instructions and is accurate, correct, and complete. Please be sure toinclude a signed copy of the CCPDT Code of Ethics with this Application.

CANDIDATE SIGNATURE: DATE:

Candidate Signature

Optional Information

Employment InformationEMPLOYMENT STATUS:K.

Own a dog-training or dog-related businessEmployed by someone else who owns a dog-training businessOther

IF SELF-EMPLOYED, NUMBER OF YEARS INBUSINESS:

L.

Not self-employedLess than 1 year

2 to 5 years6 to 10 years

More than 10 years

NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES WORKING FOR YOU:M.Not applicableNone

1 to 56 to 10

More than 10

PRIMARY BUSINESS ACTIVITY: (Darken only oneresponse.)

N.

Group class training

Private lessons

Daycare

Boarding

Grooming

Retail

Other

O.1. ARE YOU A MEMBER OF APDT?

No Yes

HOW DID YOU FIND ABOUT THIS PET DOGTRAINING CERTIFICATION PROGRAM?:

P.

ColleagueBrochure displayed in veterinarian office

Brochure displayed in other location

ClientCCPDT websiteInternetAPDTOther

(pet shop, groomer,pet sitter, etc)

(please explain)

Puppy classes

Basic obedience classes

Competition obedience classes

Therapy training

Conformation classes

Agility classes

Sporting and field classes

Search and Rescue (SAR)

Behavior Consulting

Other (please specify)

PRIMARY TRAINING SERVICE OFFERED:R.

CREDIT CARD PAYMENTIf you want to charge your application fee on your credit card provide all of the following information.

Name (as it appears on your card):

Address (as it appears on your statement):

Charge my credit card for the total fee of: $

Card type:

Card Number:

Expiration date (month/year):

Signature:

Visa MasterCard American Express

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FOR OFFICE USE ONLY

Fee:

CC Check

Date

APDT Membership Number

If yes, please indicate APDTMembership Number in theboxes provided. (NOTE: Membership is not required.)

2. ARE YOU A MEMBER OF CAPPDT, NADOI, IAABC, OR IACP? No Yes

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CODE OF ETHICS

1. To represent myself and my CPDT certification mark in an honest and ethical manner in accordance with the CCPDT’s Guidelines for Use.

2. To provide accurate, truthful advertising and representations concerning my

qualifications, experience, performance of services, the preparation of costs of services and expected results.

3. To act in an honest and ethical manner and work within my professional limits

when interacting with the public and providing dog training services. 4. To refrain from providing guarantees regarding the specific outcome of training.

5. To develop and apply training programs in accordance with the CCPDT's Mission

Statement and Guiding Principles.

6. To comply with applicable laws, regulations and ethical standards governing professional practice in the state/province and/or country when interacting with the public and when providing dog training services.

7. To maintain and respect the confidentiality of information obtained from clients

in the course of professional activities.

8. To continue professional development as required for maintaining CPDT credential in accordance with the policies of the CCPDT.

9. To maintain and respect the confidentiality of the contents of the CPDT

credential exam. I have read the Code of Ethics of the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers and agree to abide by this code in my dog training practice. Signature:__________________________________________ Date:________________ Ratified December 2, 2005

How do you rate the candidate in thefollowing areas: Excellent

HighlyEffective Satisfactory

NeedsImprovement

RarelyEffective Not Known

Organization of class/training materials Effectiveness in handling/training dogs Effectiveness in teaching others to train dogs Knowledge of learning and behavioral science Ability to communicate with dog owners Ability to demonstrate compassion for dogs andowners

Certification Examination for Professional Dog Trainers – Knowledge Assessed

Reference Sheet - Client

Candidate Name: ______________________________________________________________________

The above candidate is applying to sit for the examination for certification as a Professional Dog Trainer through theCertification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT). In addition to references from a veterinarian, client andcolleague, the certification process requires at least 300 hours of experience in dog training within the last five years. Twohundred twenty-five (225) hours or 75% of experience must be actual teaching hours (group class, private lessons) as a‘Head Trainer’ or Instructor. Seventy-five (75) hours or 25% of experience may be from other related areas such asworking with shelter animals, assisting in classes, working as a veterinary technician or groomer (a bather position is notapplicable). A high school diploma or equivalent is also required.

Please darken the bubble that represents your assessment of the candidate’s skills:

The candidate has worked with my dog and me in the following ways. (Please check all that apply.)

o I have participated in a group class.

o I have participated in private training sessions.

Please share any additional comments to describe your experience with the candidate in his/her ability to be aneffective teacher of dogs and dog owners:

Attestation: I have read the certification eligibility requirements listed above. I am familiar with the candidate’s doghandling, training and instruction skills through the ways noted above. I support this candidate’s application for certificationin Professional Dog Training.

Name: __________________________________ Signature: _______________________________

Date: __________________________________ Telephone: _______________________________

Please enclose completed form in a sealed envelope and return to the candidate named above.

How do you rate the candidate in thefollowing areas: Excellent Highly

Effective Satisfactory NeedsImprovement




Reference Sheet - Colleague

Candidate Name: ______________________________________________________________________



I am familiar with the candidate’s dog handling, training and/or instruction skills through the following ways.(Please check all that apply.)

o I have worked with the candidate in a group class or private training.

o My clients have reported positively about the candidate’s training.

o Personal discussions with the candidate regarding training experience, techniques, background.

o Word of mouth recommendations from other dog related professionals.

I have been aware of this candidate’s work as a trainer in the community for ____ years.

Please use the reverse side of this form for any additional comments to describe your experience with thecandidate in his/her ability to be an effective teacher of dogs and dog owners.


Name: __________________________________ Signature: _______________________________

Date: __________________________________ Telephone: _______________________________


How do you rate the candidate in thefollowing areas: Excellent Highly

Effective Satisfactory NeedsImprovement




Reference Sheet - Veterinarian

Candidate Name: ______________________________________________________________________



I am familiar with the candidate’s dog handling, training and/or instruction skills through the following ways.(Please check all that apply.)

o I have taken a group class or private training.

o Member(s) of my staff have taken group or private training.

o My clients have reported positively about the candidate’s training.

o Personal discussions with the candidate regarding training experience, techniques, background.

o Word of mouth recommendations from other dog related professionals.

I and/or my staff have been aware of this candidate’s work as a trainer in the community for ____ years.

Please use the reverse side of this form for any additional comments to describe your experience with thecandidate in his/her ability to be an effective teacher of dogs and dog owners.


Name: __________________________________ Signature: _______________________________

Date: __________________________________ Telephone: _______________________________


Documents

CCPDT Handbook