The Academy of Pet Careers, Neighbor

The Academy of Pet Careers is a nationally recognized, award-winning trade school dedicated to producing the most skilled and compassionate pet care professionals in the industry. With over 30 years of experience and graduates in 38 states, APC sets the gold standard for pet career education.

APC offers six professional certifications across three in-demand career paths (Dog Training, Dog Grooming, and Veterinary Assisting) through both immersive in-person programs at a 35,000 sq. ft. St. Charles facility and flexible online options. Every program is built on hands-on, real-world training guided by expert instructors and the proprietary Pet Empowerment framework that sets APC graduates apart.