ClickerExpo 2026
Start the year with our virtual conference—perfect for flexible, anywhere-in-the-world learning—then join us in beautiful, historic Tarrytown, New York, for an unforgettable in-person experience filled with hands-on training, community, and connection.
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Nervous to Natural: Confidence Strategies for Dog Trainers
Feeling nervous is uncomfortable. If we had to classify it, we would likely call it a negative emotion. For dog trainers, overcoming nervousness can be crucial as it easily prevents many of us from taking action. Let’s start with acknowledging the importance of emotions.
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At Ease: Safe Spaces for Home and On-the-Go
LIVE with Ellen Yoakum
This five-week virtual class teaches self-regulation and calming skills for vet care, separation-related anxieties, or other stressful situations.
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Speak-Easy: Elevate Your Teaching with Communication Skills
LIVE with Camilla Chu
This seven-week virtual class teaches you how to make your teaching stick and feel confident speaking to people.
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Classes for Trainers of Any Species
Join Ken Ramirez for an unforgettable learning experience, featuring hands-on training with resident animals at our National Training Center, The Ranch.
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Live from The Ranch
If your dog or your client’s dog is afraid of fireworks, the noisy neighbor, when people are too close...or too far away, and everything in between, you won’t want to miss the latest episode with Ellen Yoakum and Ken Ramirez.
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THE Dog Trainer PROFESSIONAL program
Our Dog Trainer Professional program is the gold standard in trainer education and certification, combining the modern science and practice of effective, positive reinforcement dog training, behavior change, client teaching, and business management. With small classes, expert faculty, global availability, and a strong alumni network, it’s the trusted path to turn your passion into a profession and grow with us.
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Need help solving your dog’s problem behavior? By choosing a Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner (KPA CTP), you can be certain that you have a skilled dog training instructor by your side every step of the way.
Online Library
Drawing from decades of expertise by Karen Pryor, Ken Ramirez, and leading industry experts, our comprehensive library offers an extensive collection of clicker training resources, all available online.
Free, Monthly Livestream
Live from The Ranch is a free, interactive series streaming monthly on YouTube. Each episode highlights a special guest who shares—and often demonstrates—a unique topic, while Ken Ramirez provides expert insights.
Continuing Education Units
Karen Pryor Clicker Training offerings are approved for a variety of Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for professionals looking to expand their knowledge and enhance their training skills.