APPLY TO THE CMAC PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
Medical Alert Dog Training
Ready to take the next step? Review the application requirements, download the required documents, and submit your completed application below.
Required Documents
Click on the icons below to access the forms.
1. Course Application Form
Download and complete this form to provide your basic information and training background.
2. Trainer Pledge
Download and sign this pledge to confirm your commitment to CMAC’s professional standards, positive training methods, and ethical responsibilities as a certified trainer.
3. Reference Form
Download and complete this form to provide professional references supporting your application to the CMAC trainer program.
Training Video Requirements
As part of your application, please submit two short training videos demonstrating your training skills.
Video 1 — Clicker Shaping
Show yourself shaping a behavior using a clicker. We will be looking at your timing, observation skills, reinforcement delivery, and ability to build behavior progressively.
Video 2 — Luring
Show yourself using a lure to train a behavior of your choice. We will be looking at your training mechanics, communication with the dog, and reinforcement skills.
Maximum 5 minutes per video
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The trainer and dog must both be clearly visible.
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Show the training process, not simply the finished behavior.
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The dog does not need to be a service dog.
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Videos should not be heavily edited.
How to Submit Your Videos
Upload your videos to Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive, YouTube (unlisted), or another file-sharing service and email us the links with your completed application.
Please make sure your sharing settings allow us to view the videos without requesting access.
Ready to Submit Your Application?
Need Help?
If you have any questions about the enrollment process, please contact us at:
📧 info@assistancedog.center