BOARD OF CANINE BEHAVIORISTS
Professional Certification
BOARD CERTIFICATION
Board Certified Canine Behaviorist (B.C.C.B.)
The Board Certified Canine Behaviorist (B.C.C.B.) is the highest professional credential awarded by the Board of Canine Behaviorists. It recognizes experienced professionals who have demonstrated exceptional expertise in canine behavior assessment, behavior modification, ethical practice, and professional leadership.
The Board's highest professional credential.
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PROFESSIONAL EXCELLENCE
Demonstrate mastery of advanced canine behavior science and evidence-based practice.
CLINICAL LEADERSHIP
Provide expert guidance in the assessment and management of complex behavioral cases.
INTERNATIONAL RECOGNITION
Join an international community recognized for achieving the Board's highest credential.
PROFESSIONAL INFLUENCE
Advance the profession through education, mentorship, research, or professional service.
Board Certification recognizes professionals who have demonstrated exceptional expertise in canine behavior together with a sustained commitment to advancing the profession. It reflects independent clinical judgment, ethical leadership, and dedication to lifelong professional development. The B.C.C.B. credential is awarded to individuals who consistently uphold the highest standards of professional excellence while serving as leaders within the international canine behavior community.
Whether through advanced clinical practice, education, mentorship, research, or professional service, Board Certified Canine Behaviorists represent the profession at its highest level and demonstrate an ongoing commitment to advancing canine behavior science and welfare.
The Highest Standard of
Professional Recognition
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Senior Behavior Consultants
Experienced professionals who have demonstrated sustained excellence in canine behavior practice and are seeking the Board's highest credential.
Behavior Specialists
Professionals managing advanced behavior assessment and complex behavior modification cases across diverse clinical settings.
Educators, Researchers & Mentors
Individuals advancing the profession through education, research, mentorship, publications, or professional service.
Clinical Leaders
Professionals leading canine behavior services, multidisciplinary teams, or specialized behavior programs.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
The B.C.C.B. program recognizes professionals who have demonstrated exceptional expertise in canine behavior science, advanced case management, clinical decision-making, and leadership within the profession. Successful candidates consistently apply evidence-based practice while advancing the highest standards of canine behavior.
ADVANCED BEHAVIORAL SCIENCE
COMPLEX CASE ASSESSMENT
PROFESSIONAL LEADERSHIP
CONTRIBUTION TO THE PROFESSION
Demonstrate mastery of advanced canine behavior science, learning theory, cognition, neuroscience, and evidence-based behavior modification.
Evaluate complex behavioral presentations using functional assessment, differential analysis, risk assessment, and professional clinical judgment.
Lead multidisciplinary cases while mentoring professionals, maintaining ethical standards, and representing the profession with integrity.
Advance canine behavior through education, research, publication, mentorship, or meaningful professional service.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Applicants should demonstrate:
Minimum of 10 years professional canine behavior experience
Demonstrated management of advanced canine behavior cases
Successful completion of the B.C.C.B. certification process
Agreement to uphold the Board's Code of Ethics
Veterinary verification for the submitted case portfolio
BCCB
APPLICATION & FEES
Applying for certification is a straightforward two-step process.
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STEP 1
STEP 2
Submit Your Application
Schedule Your Examination
APPLICATION FEE
$100 USD
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Non-refundable application fee.
REMAINING CERTIFICATION FEE
$2780 USD
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Following approval of your application.
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Following approval of your application, you’ll pay the remaining
certification fee to schedule your examination. Once payment has
been received, you’ll receive access to the Official BCCB Study Guide,
Candidate Handbook, and examination instructions.
All certification fees are listed in U.S. Dollars (USD). Final charges in your local currency are determined by your payment provider at the prevailing exchange rate.
Your $100 application fee is credited toward the total certification fee upon approval.
TOTAL CERTIFICATION FEE
$2880 USD
