Delta Institute is committed to developing professional, positive reward based companion animal trainers in our community. We are the accrediting body for positive reward based trainers who have undertaken our professional nationally accredited training courses:
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The Certificate IV in Certificate IV in Animal Behaviour and Training (2021 - onwards)
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The Certificate IV in Companion Animal Services (2005 - 2021)
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The Certificate IV in Dog Behavioural Training (1999 - 2004)
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AWL/Delta course - non accredited course (1995-1998)
The role of Delta Institute's Graduate Membership program is to provide support, recognition and accreditation as well as ongoing education, professional development and peer support for graduates.
Please Note: Membership is only open to graduates of the above courses.
Associate Member - $50 per annum
This level is open to individuals who are non-practising trainers who still want to keep up to date with the latest news and training methods.
Benefits included:
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Being a part of a leading industry body which promotes ethical positive reinforcement training methods
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Updates on positive reward-based training methods
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Member discounts on Delta conferences and seminars
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Networking with other like-minded people via the Delta Institute online networking group
Full Member - $125 per annum
This level is open to individuals who are current dog trainers and are committed to upholding the ethical standards of positive reinforcement dog training and the Delta Institute Code of Conduct.
Benefits included:
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Being a part of a leading industry body which promotes ethical positive reinforcement training methods
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Updates on positive reward-based training methods
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Member discounts on Delta conferences and seminars
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Listing as an accredited trainer on the Delta Institute website
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Right to use the Delta Institute name and member logo in your marketing
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Networking with other like-minded people via the Delta Institute online networking group