Training is a science, and there is always more to learn. I invest in continuing education every year so the guidance I provide is current, humane, and grounded in evidence. This is not an exhaustive list.
Some webinars or other educational opportunities award continuing education units (CEUs) to fulfill certification requirements, many more are on this list simply to continue expanding my skills and increasing my knowledge.
Certifications
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CPDT-KA
Certified Professional Dog Trainer, Knowledge Assessed. Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers. Earned 2021, current. Required annual CEUs: 36
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CARE-TC
Cooperation, Attitude, Relationship, & Education – Trainer Certificate. Deb Jones’ Cooperative Care Certificate. Earned 2025.
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FFCP
Fear-Free Certified Professional (Trainer). Fear-Free Pets. Earned 2023, current.
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AKC CGC Evaluator
American Kennel Club’s Canine Good Citizen Evaluator. Since 2023.
Courses
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Feline Inappropriate Elimination Master Course
From Katenna Jones. Completed 2026.
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Essentials of ABA for Animal Trainers
The Essentials of Applied Behavior Analysis For Serious Animal Trainers: Transforming Problem Behaviors in Animals. From Debbie Jacobs, FearfulDogs. Completed 2026.
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Resolving Challenging Behavior
From Karolina Westlund, illis.se. In progress (aim to complete early 2027).
Webinars / Seminars
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Fenzi Dog Sports Academy
On average, 4 webinars, 1 seminar, and 1-2 courses (Bronze) per year. Since 2021.
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MET Conference
Attended online MET Conference, held annually (pausing after 2026 session, hopefully will resume!), from 2023-2026.
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Grisha Stewart Academy
Diamond Membership, allowing access to hundreds of webinars. Since 2025.
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Brain and Behavior Academy
Plus Membership, allowing access to hundreds of webinars. (Formerly Animal Behavior Kent) Since 2024.
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Animal Training Academy
Membership, allowing access to hundreds of webinars. Since 2025.
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KIENO Conference
Attended KIENO (Kindness Is Essential, Not Optional) online conferences from 2021-2023.