CCAB ​Dog Behaviourist, dog trainer CCAB

CCAB ​Dog Behaviourist, dog trainer CCAB

Become a Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner!


In 2014, Linda was delighted to be made a faculty member at the world-leading Karen Pryor Academy for Animal Training & Behaviour. Linda is an experienced educator & is passionate about providing the highest quality & most up-to-date teaching to the next generation of training professionals. She is excited offer the Karen Pryor Academy's flagship Dog Trainer Program in the heart of the beautiful New Forest National Park, & in selected UK & European locations!













Coming up: 2026 Course - New Forest, UK (venue: Sandleheath Village Hall, St. Aldhelm's, Main Road, Sandleheath, Fordingbridge, Hampshire, SP6 1TD):

  • Apply by: January, 2026
  • ​Regional format (in person):
    • Workshop 1: Tue 14th & Wed 15th July, 2026
    • Workshop 2: Tue 25th & Wed 26th August, 2026
    • Workshop 3: Tue 20th & Wed 21st October, 2026
    • Workshop 4: Tue 15th & Wed 16th December, 2026
  • Read more here...


Coming up: 2026 Course - Online

  • Four-workshop format, with mid-way sessions: 
  • Apply by: 9th December 2025 
    • Pre-workshop 1 session: Tues 3rd February
  • Workshop 1: Tues 24th & Weds 25th February, 2026
    • Inter-workshop session: Tues 17th March, 2026
  • Workshop 2: Tues 28th & Weds 29th April, 2026
    • Inter-workshop session: Tues 26th May, 2026
  • Workshop 3: Tues 30th June & Weds 1st July, 2026
    • Inter-workshop session: Tues 28th July, 2026
  • Workshop 4: Tues 18th & Weds 19th August, 2026

Read more here...


"The Karen Pryor Academy (KPA) Dog Trainer Professional program takes an innovative approach to developing and supporting outstanding positive reinforcement trainers who teach the general public.

Our 9-month course combines online learning with hands-on teaching from some of the most experienced teachers in the field. Graduates become part of a community of trainers who demonstrate a consistent level of excellence and represent themselves and the Karen Pryor Academy name proudly.

Benefits of This Course


  • Educational. Take your teaching and training skills to the next level.
  • Real. Learn hands-on from our accomplished faculty in 4 two-day workshops.
  • Convenient. Study at your convenience online.
  • Collegial. Join a network of positive reinforcement trainers.
  • Smart. Accelerate your career with our unparalleled marketing support.
  • Rewarding. Earn CEUs from IAABC and CCPDT."


To chat about the course, please feel free to email: lindaryan@karenpryoracademy.com 


To find a UK Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner, click here


Learn more about the Karen Pryor Academy

Karen Pryor Academy is a member of the Animal Behaviour & Training Council. ABTC accreditation means that as part of KPA, which has been rigorously assessed for membership, our UK graduates have demonstrated & pledged to uphold high levels of ethical, professional standards, as well as being outstanding teachers & trainers. Being a KPA graduate, & being listed on the ABTC’s Animal Training Instructor listing, serves to assure both the pet-owning public, as well as fellow professionals & the veterinary community, of our graduates' commitment to ethical interactions with animals & people, as well as maintaining the highest of standard of training, showing a positive & proactive commitment towards self-regulation & exemplary professional standards.


Click here for further details.

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​We are excited to teach the next generation of professional trainers!