We are extremely pleased to be opening applications for our TrackStars™ Instructor Scheme once again, for the September 2025 cohort. This course is ideal for dog trainers and canine professionals working with pet and companion clients, who want to be part of a training pathway with a national network of peers, where you can offer structured sessions and assess your own clients for the TrackStars™ Titles and Awards.
TrackStars™ is our tracking and trailing scheme (searching for articles, not people!) where teams can progress at their own pace, and opt to achieve Titles and Awards. This style of training is fantastic for confidence building and relationship development, and TrackStars aims to tap into a dog’s natural talents and have fun whilst doing it!
This isn’t a “four days and go home with a certificate” kind of course; our Instructor scheme is an in-depth theory and practical course. It takes approximately six months to complete, with 9 days in-person coaching (including teaching assessments), homework projects, online zoom sessions and a discussion group with video and written homework, as well an extensive online learning platform to be worked through at your own pace. It will require a significant time commitment on your part.
You should have a dog to work as part of your practical training, as part of the process to becoming an Instructor includes training and qualifying your own dog to the TS3 title level. You will also be required to complete an online canine first aid course with a specialist provider (this is included in your course fee).
We welcome applicants for this course from any location, but the practical training days are a mandatory part of this course, and will be held in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire through the winter of 2025/26.
30th September – 2nd October 2025
26 – 28th November 2025
27 – 29th January 2026
The course cost is £1895 total, payable in three installments including £300 deposit.
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⭐️ Why do we ask you to apply to enrol on this course?
We have limited spaces available for our Instructor courses. Having an application process allows us to ensure that we are going to be the right training provider for you, and can meet your needs when it comes to learning. It also helps us to know that you are going to get the most suitable training option to compliment your current experience and existing knowledge! Additionally, having an application process allows us to prioritise students from different geographical locations.
⭐️ Is there a discount available if I’m already learning with Scent & Track UK?
If you are already enrolled on our Lock, Stock, and Tracking Dogs course, there is a discount available to become a TrackStars Instructor. Ask Claire or Jemma for details.
⭐️ Who are the trainers for this course?
Jemma is an active dog trainer with extensive experience using applied scentwork in her pet and behavioural clients, as well as training and working with other canine professionals in a range of fields, from dog trainers through veterinary, rehab, and rescue. You can find out more about Jemma here.
