BECOME A FULLY QUALIFIED SENIOR DOG HANDLER IN 12 WEEKS
NZQA Approved Qualification
The senior handler qualification prepares you for full-time leadership, fully equipping you for full-time professional senior handling roles with the ability to confidently train & supervise other handlers, or start your own business involving dog-handling.
This course covers all three levels (Junior, Intermediate, Senior) spanning 12 different modules with roughly 60% of it being practical, hands-on in person handling sessions, and 40% being theory through our student portal.
OR BECOME A QUALIFIED INTERMEDIATE HANDLER IN 8 WEEKS
NZQA Approved Qualification
The intermediate handler qualification equips you for professional leadership in full-time dog handling roles, intermediate off-lead pack walking & daycare roles.
This course covers two levels (Junior & Intermediate), spanning eight different modules with roughly 60% of it being practical, hands-on in person handling sessions, and 40% being theory through our student portal.
JUNIOR HANDLER QUALIFICATION - 4 WEEKS
NZQA Approved Qualification
The junior handler qualification provides an entry-level understanding into the dog handling industry, qualifying those for dog kennel and boarding positions.
This course spans four different modules with roughly 60% of it being practical, hands-on in person handling sessions, and 40% being theory through our student portal.
WHICH QUALIFICATION SHOULD I APPLY FOR?
JUNIOR HANDLER QUALIFICATION
Perfect if you love dogs but are not yet sure if you want to pursue dog handling as a full-time career path.
Start here if you have passion, but not fully committed.
INTERMEDIATE HANDLER QUALIFICATION
Best if you want to step into a full-time role with expertise in professional leadership with dogs.
Choose this if you’re committed to taking professional dog-handling as a long-term pathway.
SENIOR HANDLER QUALIFICATION
For those aiming to be leaders in professional handling, train & supervise others, or start their own dog business.
Apply if you want to be at the top level of professional expertise.
STILL UNSURE?
We’re happy help you one on one to answer all your questions.
MEET OUR GRADUATES
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SENIOR DOG HANDLER GRADUATE
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INTAKE DATES
FEBRUARY 26
7 SLOTS LEFT
APPLICATION CLOSE: 27 JAN 2026
START: 3 Feb 2026
LOCATION: Auckland
AUGUST 26
EARLY ACCESS
APPLICATION CLOSE: 27 July 2026
START: 3 August 2026
LOCATION: Auckland
HOW TO APPLY
Applying can be daunting. Our admissions team will work one on one with you to answer all your questions. We’re here to help you understand the courses and fees. As well as help you understand what these qualifications entail.
STEP 1
FILL IN AN APPLICATION FORM
You can apply online by clicking the apply now button, or give us a call at 021 335 446.
STEP 2
WE’LL GIVE YOU A CALL
After applying online we will give you a call to answer any questions, discuss fees and talk about your goals and ambitions.
STEP 3
ACCEPT YOUR OFFER & ENROL
Once you’ve had a chat with us and we’ve sent you your offer, sign and return it and get ready for your first day of dog handling!