"Studying through the CIDBT has given me the confidence to give behaviour advice and has been a key factor in gaining a position at a reputable dog training and behaviour centre. The courses give verifiable skills and knowledge and open the doors to multiple...

'The CIDBT is an amazing school and after having tried out a few it was head and shoulders above the rest. It benefits both professionals and novices due to their vast and varied courses which build on each other. Having said that even the most basic course offers...

I cannot stress how important my time with CIDBT has been and continues to be. I have made such an incredible network of lifelong friends and colleagues, whilst gaining at the same time the most valuable and relevant information there is out there. The courses and the...

The Foundation course (CIDBT 4110) was perfect for me, as much as it was challenging at times, I loved it. Even though I grew up with dogs there was and is so much more to learn. It covers many subjects connected with their physical and mental wellbeing, plus you have...

“Over the past 5 years, I have undertaken a number of courses with the CIDBT. Having a background in science, I found the style of experiential learning quite different from the traditional education I have had previously. The courses are well structured and allow...

'Superb'….I was looking for a quality foundation course that could furnish me with a well-rounded understanding of basic dog training to help me with my young, feisty, Spanish rescue dog. After much research (given my background is in course development and...

The courses I have undertaken with the CIDBT have been pivotal in me forging a successful career in the dog training sector. The knowledge and experience of all the tutors, the mentoring from Ross McCarthy has enabled me to progress my business from teaching group...

When I began my journey as a trainer I was overwhelmed with the information on the internet and all of the many training course offering to help my to become a competent trainer. A friend recommended CIDBT so I booked myself on a foundation course. From that moment on...

I am so enjoying my CIDBT studies. The courses are very well structured and full of content; I am learning so much! Each course is broken down into manageable chunks and a time allocation is suggested which is designed to gently steer you towards completing within the...

I started my journey with the CIDBT some years ago after deciding on a career change.  I looked carefully at the choices of course providers available and found the CIDBT was most suited to my requirements.  I was impressed by the variety of subject choices and found...