Our Courses
Choose a course that best suits the needs of you and your business
Tier Membership
Tier 1
Low-cost support and community access for instructors dipping a paw in.
- Perfect for new instructors
- Sharpen your knowledge with tailored support
- Inspiring zoom calls for guidance
Tier 2 (includes Tier 1 package)
Designed for Instructors who want to sharpen their edge by giving you tools, templates and tailored support.
- Dedicated zoom sessions
- Stay up-to-date without needing to read 12 books a month
- Private trainer WhatsApp group
Mentoring - Monthly Membership
Behind every great scent instructor is a solid, sustainable business plan let’s build yours.
Running a scent detection business isn’t just about great training sessions, it’s about everything that happens behind the scenes too. From pricing and planning to time management and scalability, we’re here to help you build a business that works for you not burns you out.
These 1:1 personal mentoring sessions are on a monthly membership that you can pause or cancel at any time. Choose from three focus areas Business, Scent Detection, or Track & Trail and get tailored support that fits your goals, challenges, and working style. Whether you're focusing on your own training and CPD or looking to improve your classes, you’ll receive focused, practical guidance from experienced mentors who understand both dogs and business.
Business 1:1
Personalised support for all your business needs and identify growth opportunities.
- Set & review your pricing confidently
- Time-block effectively
- Create sustainable schedules & class structures
Scent Detection 1:1
Sharpen your teaching and scent delivery with a practical, dog-focused coaching session.
- Review your current teaching style and class setup
- Get expert feedback on real sessions or videos
- Explore how to build stronger learning outcomes
Track & Trail 1:1
Designed specifically for instructors working in track/trailing to improve your coaching and observation.
- Troubleshoot training blocks in real teams
- Adapt drills and track setups for varied abilities
- Plan logical progressions from fun runs to operations
Mentoring - 3 Month Package
12 weeks of tailored, hands on support through 1:1 Zoom calls with experienced mentors who understand the realities of dog training, scent work, and juggling a busy business.
Limited availability this is a high-contact programme and we only take on a small number of instructors at a time to give each one the attention they deserve.
We’ve faced the same hurdles and want to make it easier for others to thrive.
Workshops
Specialist SIN Focused Workshops
At the Scent Instructors Network, we offer a growing range of specialist workshops designed to support you as a dog professional whether you're deepening your scent detection knowledge or strengthening your business foundations.
Puppy Scentwork
How to introduce odour, searching, and indication shaping through fun, gentle games for young pups and their handlers.
Scent for Rescue, Fearful or Older Dogs
Techniques for supporting sensitive dogs using environmental set-up, handler coaching, and low-pressure scent activities.
Puppy Trailing
Learn how to design supportive, low-pressure trailing scenarios that build confidence in young dogs and set their handlers up for success without stress or overwhelm.
Arousal & Scentwork
Understanding over-arousal in scent dogs and how to manage it through thoughtful setups, arousal resets, and reinforcement choices without suppressing drive.
One-Off Packages
Build the Business Behind the Training
First impressions matter. People judge your business in seconds based on your logo, your socials, and your setup. That’s why we’ve created two one-off support packages designed to help you look the part and run your business like a pro.
You don’t need to be a SIN member to access these they’re open to everyone.
Brand & Socials
Brand & Socials Package focused on logo creation, renewal, cohesive visuals, and online presence.
Business Foundations
Business Foundations Package covering legal checklists, pricing strategies, onboarding systems, and more...
Want both packages?
You’ll get a discount when you bundle the two together!
You don’t need to be a SIN member to access these they’re open to everyone.
Instructor Pathway
Your First Step into Teaching Scent Detection
If you’re an instructor who’s just starting out or have no scent experience but want to learn how to use scent detection confidently and ethically, this is the perfect place to begin.
Whether you’re curious about using scentwork as enrichment, helping anxious dogs through sniff-based activities, starting puppies off with positive scent games, or eventually becoming a Detection Sports Instructor this pathway is for you.
Ready to start your instructor journey?
Sign up for a course or contact us to learn more about our instructor network