Earning the Cooperative Paws SDC® designation demonstrates that a trainer has completed a reputable, reward-based service dog training program. It signals professionalism, specialized knowledge, and a commitment to ethical methods.
As an SDC® graduate, you’ll receive:
- The Cooperative Paws SDC® certification
- Use of the SDC™ designation
- Use of the Cooperative Paws SDC® logo in your marketing
- Business tools for service dog training
- An online listing as a certified SDC®
- Access to a private graduate group, updates, and industry news
The SDC® program is flexible — graduates decide how to apply their skills. Many expand their existing training businesses, while others work with nonprofits or focus on a specific type of service dog.