Become a Certified Dog Trainer

Post-Secondary Approved - (Certificate Program)

At OTCK9 Academy, our Dog Training School was built by veterans, professional trainers, and educators who believe dog training should be hands-on, rewarding, and life-changing — both for the dog and the trainer.
This is more than just a course — it’s a full immersion into the world of canine behavior, obedience, and communication.

Whether you’re starting a new career, adding to your skills, or pursuing your passion for dogs, OTCK9’s training school gives you the confidence and real-world experience to become a certified professional dog trainer.

• 🪖 Veteran-Owned and Operated — discipline, leadership, and integrity are at our core.
   
• 🐕 Hands-On Learning — train real dogs with real behavior issues, not just theory.
   
• 📚 Professional Curriculum — built from AKC, IACP, and LIMA-based methods.
   
• 💼 Career-Focused Training — learn not just how to train dogs, but how to build your business, work with clients, and communicate professionally.
   
• 📍 Two Campuses — hands-on learning at both Woodstock and Kennesaw locations in Cherokee County.
   
• 🏅 Small Class Sizes — personalized instruction and mentorship from experienced trainers.

Our comprehensive curriculum covers every skill you’ll need to work confidently with dogs of all breeds, temperaments, and backgrounds.

• Obedience training & leash handling
   
• Canine behavior & body language
   
• Fear, aggression, and anxiety management
   
• Puppy development and socialization
   
• Client communication & professionalism
   
• Training tools, safety, and ethics
   
• Service and therapy dog foundations
   
• Business setup, marketing, and pricing strategies
   

Classroom learning is just the beginning.
Students work side-by-side with our professional trainers during active client programs, board & trains, and real-world field trips.

You’ll train dogs at:

• Local parks (public behavior & leash manners)
   
• Vet clinics (temperament testing, desensitization)
   
• Shelters (rescue dogs with various temperaments)
   
• Client homes (professional conduct & training setups)
   

Because no two dogs are the same, no two training days are either. You’ll graduate prepared to handle any dog, anywhere.

Upon completion, graduates receive:

• OTCK9 Certified Dog Trainer Diploma (Post Secondary Approved Courses)
   
• Career placement guidance
   
• Opportunities to join OTCK9’s training team or launch your own business
   
• Continuing mentorship and alumni support

Tuition varies depending on program length and options (full-time or part-time).
Financing options, military discounts, and payment plans are available.

👉 Call (770) 847-7947 or fill out the form below to speak directly with our admissions team.

“The best decision I ever made! The hands-on experience at OTCK9 gave me the skills and confidence to start my own training business.”
— Ashley R., Class of 2025
 

“As a veteran, I was proud to learn from fellow veterans who understand discipline, patience, and service.”
— James T., Class of 2024

Join Georgia’s most hands-on, real-world dog training school.
Transform your passion into a career that changes lives — one paw at a time.

📞 Call (770) 847-7947
💻 Visit www.offthechaink9.com
📍 Locations: Woodstock & Kennesaw, GA