About C.L.A.S.S.

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What is C.L.A.S.S.?

C.L.A.S.S., or Canine Life and Social Skills, is an educational program to promote training focused on the use of positive reinforcement and to strengthen relationships between humans and their canine companions.

Listen to a Free Webinar on Getting Started with C.L.A.S.S.

Want to learn more about the program? Watch a free webinar on Getting Started with C.L.A.S.S. presented by APDT’s Special Programs Coordinator. This webinar gives an overview of each test item in the C.L.A.S.S. Evaluation, and covers the Rules and Guidelines as listed in the C.L.A.S.S. Handbooks. Learn how to get started as a C.L.A.S.S. Student, Instructor, Shelter/Rescue, and/or Evaluator.

Objectives of C.L.A.S.S.

The goals and objectives of the Canine Life and Social Skills (C.L.A.S.S.) program.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Canine Life and Social Skills (C.L.A.S.S.) program.

Getting Started With C.L.A.S.S.

Download the Overview Handbook to learn more about the C.L.A.S.S. program

Upcoming Announcements

Join our mailing list for upcoming announcements about C.L.A.S.S.

Advertising on C.L.A.S.S.

We have opportunities for advertising on the Canine Life and Social Skills (C.L.A.S.S.) program.

Media and Partners

Media releases and partnership information for the Canine Life and Social Skills (C.L.A.S.S.) program.

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