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Become a Certified<br/>Member.

Become a Certified
Member.

Joining NADOI as a Certified member means earning our Certification as an elite dog obedience instructor.

Why Become a Certified Member?

NADOI Certification is offered to those deemed highly qualified, effective dog trainers. Through a rigorous certification process, applicants are evaluated by their peers. It says that this member has met the standard set by the Association. Certification says this member's knowledge and abilities meet the guiding principles stated in NADOI's Code of Ethics. Are you good enough to join NADOI?

How do I become a Certified Member?

1
Create an Account

We ask you to create a user id and password and provide some basic info about yourself.

2
Complete some quick eligibility questions

We ask a few simple questions about your level of experience to be sure you have the required skills to be become a Certified member.

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Pay the one-time Examination Fee

We charge an examination fee of $150.00 to become a Certified member. Annual dues of $85.00 are not charged until your application is approved.

4
Complete the Membership Examination

Our examination is geared toward the practical application of your training knowledge and requires detailed answers and video.

We take it from there.

5
Examiners review your application

Once your application is complete, two experienced examiners review your answers, check your references, and contact members who may know you.

6
We reach out for any additional info we may need

You may be contacted by our one of our examiners to answer additional questions or to provide clarification of your answers.

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Our Membership Committee reviews your application

The examination (which also includes the examiners' evaluations) is reviewed and voted on by the Membership Committee.

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We let you know your results.

Our membership committee reaches out to you to let you know your results, and you become our newest Certified Member.

Still have questions? Visit our FAQ page.

What our members say:

NADOI seeks to cover all areas of dog training, not just obedience. I am very proud of my certification through NADOI.

Certified Member

NADOI members are always supportive and never judgmental. So many different styles and methods. Different tools all around.

Certified Member

I love the professionalism, comradery, wealth of information, realism, & welcoming atmosphere.

Certified Member

It is the very best resource for networking among talented, experienced dog trainers who embrace a wide range of training philosophies.

Certified Member

I love its commitment to professional standards, continuing education, and peer support. The tone and tenor of discussion within the group is always professional, collegial and respectful.

Certified Member

I deeply appreciate the high standards of NADOI. Only the best instructors have earned NADOI membership.

Certified Member

NADOI and its membership are about knowledge and legacy in the dog training world. I'm proud to be a part of it.

Certified Member

I liked reading about others who tackled some training problems. I like keeping up with training techniques.

Certified Member

NADOI encourages continuing education yet does not limit what can be done. LOVE the diversity.

Certified Member

The excellent exchange of information about training dogs. I have learned so much from this group of professionals.

Certified Member

I appreciate that NADOI is inclusive of all methods; they do not judge your methods, they evaluate your knowledge and methods, ensure that you are educated and experienced, and can communicate effectively to clients.

Certified Member

Members are always willing to help each other, and act as sounding boards, cheerleaders and motivators to improve our skills.

Certified Member

NADOI is a group of colleagues and peers who will share knowledge and help one another succeed. My career as a trainer and instructor could not have progressed as it did without that encouragement and help.

Certified Member

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