Delta Institute - RTO 90250

30/10/2026

We're super proud of our General Manager - Institute for being awarded her doctorate yesterday. Her PhD research focused on cognitive canine dysfunction, a much needed area of study for improving quality of life for our elderly four legged friends. Congratulations 🐾🥳🐕

🎓 A very special milestone for Taylored Dog Training! 🎓

I’m delighted to share that today I successfully defended my PhD thesis and have been awarded my doctorate!

My research has focused on canine cognitive dysfunction (CCD), commonly known as doggy dementia, exploring the challenges experienced by older dogs and their guardians, with a particular focus on sleep disturbance, caregiver burden and non-pharmacological approaches to management.

This has been a long and often challenging journey, undertaken alongside my work in dog training and behaviour. I’m incredibly proud to have reached this milestone and hope that my research will contribute to a better understanding of CCD and help inform more compassionate, practical support for older dogs and the people who care for them.

I owe an enormous debt of gratitude to my supervisors, Assoc Professor Susan Hazel and Dr Jono Tuke, for their guidance, encouragement and unwavering support throughout this process. Their confidence in me, particularly at times when my own confidence wavered, has meant more than I can express.

I also want to acknowledge my wonderful partner, Alan, who has supported me through countless late nights, weekends, working holidays and missed family events. His patience, understanding and steadfast belief in me have been invaluable, especially during the moments when completing this PhD felt a long way off.

To everyone who has supported, encouraged or followed my research journey along the way, thank you.

My passion has always been to improve the lives of dogs and the people who love them. I’m excited to continue bringing together research, education and practical experience to support better outcomes for dogs at every stage of life, including their senior years.

Dr Tracey Taylor 🎓🐾

20/10/2026

🎉 NOVEMBER 2026 INTAKE NOW FULL! 🎉

Our November 2026 intake for the ACM40322 Certificate IV in Animal Behaviour and Training has officially reached capacity and enrolments are now closed.

We are thrilled to welcome another cohort of passionate future animal training professionals! 🐾

If you missed out, don't worry!

🚀 We've opened enrolments for our March 2027 intake early.

With places filling quickly, now is the perfect time to secure your place and start planning your future as a professional R+ trainer.

✅ Nationally recognised qualification
✅ Industry-leading training and support
✅ Develop the skills, knowledge, and confidence to make a positive impact on the lives of animals and their people

📅 March 2027 intake now open.

👉 Click the link to enrol today and secure your spot before places fill again. https://enrol.deltainstitute.edu.au/

07/10/2026

🚨 LAST CHANCE TO ENROL IN 2026! 🚨

Ready to earn your nationally recognised qualification and become a professional R+ trainer?

Your education is an investment in your career, which is exactly why developing the right skills and knowledge now is so valuable.

🎓 ACM40322 Certificate IV in Animal Behaviour and Training

⏰ Enrolments close 23 October 2026. Enrolments will close earlier if capacity is reached!

⚠️ Only a few places left available!

📅 Course commences 2 November 2026

Secure your spot now to gain the tools, skills, and confidence to positively impact the lives of animals and their people through an industry leading formal qualification. https://enrol.deltainstitute.edu.au/

👉 Don't miss out. Once places are filled, enrolments will close.

28/09/2026

UNLEASH YOUR DOG TRAINING SKILLS!

Enrolments are now open for our ACM40322 Certificate IV in Animal Behaviour and Training November intake!

Course Highlights:

🐾 New fast tracked 16 month pathway to graduation, designed for motivated learners ready to step into industry roles sooner.

🐾 Reimagined immersive face-to-face workshop with twice as much hands on learning, including real world experience in animal care workplaces.

🐾 Collaborations with:
• mindDog assistance dogs
• Guide Dogs NSW/ACT
• Blacktown Animal Rehoming Centre
• Australian & New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists Behaviour Chapter members
• Pet Professional Guild of Australia
• Association of Pet Dog Trainers Australia
• Delta Institute graduate members
• Delta Therapy Dogs

🐾Comprehensive, dedicated, wrap around support services to keep you progressing with confidence, from enrolment through to graduation.

🐾Modern online learning platform with 16 months of content, including offline resources to keep you progressing whenever you need it.

🐾Career pathway to becoming a mindDog Trainer and Assessor.

Places are limited, and filling fast! Save your spot today - https://enrol.deltainstitute.edu.au/

18/09/2026

Our November 2026 intake information session is next week!

Big updates to our Certificate IV in Animal Behaviour & Training have arrived…

Students told us what would make their learning journey stronger — and we listened. They asked for:
- more practical learning
- a faster pathway to course completion
- deeper connections with industry

The enhancements are designed to make student learning even more valuable and engaging.

Want to find out what’s included in the upcoming November 2026 intake?

Register here for the free Information Session to hear about what enhancements have been made to our Certificate IV in Animal Behaviour & Training course:
https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_r6wAnwo5QBWHAIbpgKcEhg #/registration

14/07/2026

🐾 Together, we're creating more moments of joy across Australia.
Our partnership with Purina SUPERCOAT is continuing in Woolworths stores nationwide for the next three weeks, with 20c from every purchase of Purina SUPERCOAT dry dog food being donated to Delta Therapy Dogs (up to $50,000).
Every bag purchased helps us work towards our goal of delivering 1 million moments of joy each year through the comfort, connection and companionship our therapy dogs bring to people in hospitals, aged care facilities, schools and communities across Australia.
Next time you're at Woolworths, keep an eye out for the special promotion and help make a difference with every purchase. 💙

10/07/2026

We're hiring!

Delta Institute is on the lookout for an Institute Educator Lead.

This is an exciting opportunity to combine your expertise in dog training, education, and leadership to support students, educators, and graduate members across Australia. If you're an organised, proactive professional who enjoys mentoring others, improving educational experiences, and contributing to a high performing team, we'd love to hear from you.

To find out more check out the job advertisement here: https://www.deltainstitute.edu.au/opportunities

22/06/2026

We're hiring!

Delta Institute is on the look out for a Student Experience Coordinator.

Are you passionate about creating exceptional learning experiences and helping students achieve their goals?

Do you thrive in small fast paced people-focused teams?

If you're a proactive, tech-savvy, professional who loves supporting others, we'd love to hear from you.

To find out more check out the job advertisement here - https://www.ethicaljobs.com.au/members/deltasociety/student-experience-coordinator-remote-work-from-home

21/05/2026

📢 Update for June 2026 Intake – ACM40322 Certificate IV in Animal Behaviour and Training 🐾

We’re excited to share that enrolments for our June 2026 intake have now closed early due to all places being filled! 🎉 Thank you to everyone who secured their spot—we can’t wait to welcome you.

If you missed out, don’t worry—our next intake begins November 2026, and places can fill quickly. We encourage you to enrol early to avoid missing out again.

👉 Secure your place now and take the next step in your animal behaviour and training journey!

enrol.deltainstitute.edu.au

19/05/2026

Take the leap into transforming your passion into a career with a Delta Institute education. Don't miss your chance to enrol in our nationally recognised ACM40322 Certificate IV in Animal Behaviour and Training June 2026 intake! Secure your spot now before it's too late - enrolments close Friday, 22 May 2026! 🐶

https://enrol.deltainstitute.edu.au/

Course highlights:
🐾New fast tracked 16 month pathway to graduation, designed for motivated learners ready to step into industry roles sooner.

🐾 Reimagined immersive 4 day face-to-face workshop with
-twice as much hands on learning
-real world industry exposure in collaboration with Guide Dogs NSW/ACT and Blacktown Animal Rehoming Centre
-guest presentation by Dr Jacqui Ley or another Behaviour Veterinarian​​.

🐾Collaborations with:
-Guide Dogs NSW/ACT
-mindDog assistance dogs
-Blacktown Animal Rehoming Centre
-Australian & New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists (Veterinary Behaviour Chapter)
-Pet Professional Guild of Australia
-Association of Pet Dog Trainers Australia
-Delta Institute graduate members
-Delta Therapy Dogs

🐾Comprehensive, dedicated, wrap around support services to keep you progressing with confidence, from enrolment through to graduation.

🐾Modern online learning platform with 16 months of content, including offline resources to keep you progressing whenever you need it.

🐾Career pathway to becoming a mindDog Trainer and Assessor.