Certification: Police Service Dog Certification

This test is to determine if the police service dog is capable of performing on and off lead obedience exercises. The test is designed to test the dog's ability and proficiency, and the handler's control of the dog. The K-9 team will perform the test in the presence of the agitator to give needed distractions.

More than two years of education or training after high school required?
Yes
More than two years of work experience required?
Yes
Either training or work experience required, but not both?
Yes
Oral or Written Exam Required?
Yes
Renewal Required?
Every 1 Year(s)

Specialty

The certification corresponds to a specialty within a recognized occupation. For example, Oncology Nurse and Pediatric Nurse are specialties within the nursing field, so Certified Oncology Nurse and Certified Pediatric Nurse would be classified as specialty certifications.