Why Become a Member?
Why should I join NADOI?
1) Learn from the best!
If you want to be a dog trainer, joining NADOI is a great way to start. There is no better place to learn than from the folks that have been training and instructing for decades.
2) Become a better trainer!
If you are already an up-and-coming dog trainer, Associate Membership gets you started on the path to becoming a Certified Dog Trainer. Earning NADOI Certified Membership is challenging, but your Associate Membership will help you to enhance your existing skills and expand your knowledge base, both critical aspects to Certification.
3) Join the elite.
NADOI has been the premier organization for dog trainers for almost sixty years, and our Certified Members are all highly skilled and knowledgeable. We are eager to share our excitement with the profession with others.
Who is eligible to join NADOI?
Associate Membership
NADOI has opened the Associate Membership to a broad group of interested people. Requirements are simple:
- Be at least 13 years old
- Have an interest in dog training and behavior
- Agree to abide by our Code of Ethics
- Pay the $35 annual fee
Certified Membership
Certification is offered to those deemed highly qualified, effective dog trainers by their peers:
- Have at least five years experience in dog training
- Worked with a minimum of 100 dog/handler teams
- Private instructors must have taught at least 288 hours
- Agree to abide by our Code of Ethics
- Pay the $150 examination fee
- Pass the certification exam
Member Benefit Comparison
| Membership Benefit | Associate Members $35 Annual Fee No Exam | Certified Members $150 Registration $75 Annual Fee One-time Exam |
|---|---|---|
| Listing in Find an Instructor section on NADOI website | X Secondary listing | X Preferred Position |
| Use of NADOI logo in advertising | Associate logo | Certified logo |
| Discount on liability insurance | X | X |
| Discount for NADOI-sponsored event fees | 25% | 50% |
| Vendor discounts, including Dogwise.com and e-trainingfordogs.com | X | X |
| Free access to Career Center to view and post work opportunities | X | X |
| Ability to create and post blog articles and videos | X | X |
| NADOI News email newsletter | X | X |
| Links to your books, webinars and other training materials for sale | X | X |
| Processing of CEU credits | X | X |
| Free small business marketing tools and tips | X | X |
| Access to Members Only Facebook group | X | X |
| Promotion on NADOI social media pages | - | X |
| Ability to earn additional Certifications | - | X |
| Ability to Vote on NADOI policies | - | X |
| Eligible to serve on NADOI committees | - | X |
| Eligible to serve on NADOI board of directors | - | X |
For questions, please visit our FAQ page.
NADOI Dues and Fees
| Membership or Certification Type | One-Time Fee | Annual Fee | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Associate Members | $0.00 | $35.00 | |
| Certified Members | $150.00 | $85.00 | |
| Additional Certified Family Members | $150.00 | $42.50 | |
| Retired Certified Instructors | $42.50 | ||
| Reinstatement (previously Certified Members Only) | Lapsed up to one year | $100.00 | $85.00 |
| Lapsed up to two years | $150.00 | $85.00 | |
| Lapsed more than two years | TBD | TBD | |
| Additional Certifications (available to Certified Members Only) | $30.00 | $0.00 | |
Note that annual subscription fees for Certified Members only can be pro-rated if the member joins after June 30.
What our members say:
Why become Certified?
Become an Associate member today!
If you’re at least 13 years old, have an interest in dog training, agree to abide by our Code of Ethics, and pay the $35 fee
YOU CAN JOIN NADOI NOW
Want to Become a Certified Member?
If you’re an experienced trainer, agree to abide by our Code of Ethics, pay the $150 registration fee, and pass our membership examination, we’d love to welcome you as a Certified Member.
BECOME A CERTIFIED MEMBER