No, the Service Dog Fundamentals course is not a prerequisite for the Cooperative Paws SDC Certificate program. However, trainers who are working towards meeting the Cooperative Paws SDC Certificate prerequisites are encouraged to take one of our on-demand courses first. It’s a great way to begin learning about service dogs and familiarize yourself with Veronica’s instructional style.
by Veronica Sanchez M.Ed. CABC CPDT-KA