APDT Webinar Frequently Asked Questions

What is an APDT webinar?

APDT webinars are 90-minute web-based sessions that integrates a combination of a PowerPoint slideshow, audience text-based “chat” questions, and an audio presentation. When relevant, a video presentation is also included. Each webinar includes a 10 minutes introduction, 60 minutes presentation, and 15 - 20 minutes for text-based Q&A at the end of the presentation.

What is the difference between a webinar, webcast, teleclass, and teleseminar?

Teleseminars are lecture-style events, telephone-ONLY seminars. An unlimited number of participants call into a telephone number and listen over the phone. There is no visual component. These are typically single events.

Teleclasses (or telecourses) are the same as teleseminars, but the number of participants is limited to allow for discussion and Q&A between presenter and participant. These are either single events or a series.

Webinars (short for WEB based semINARS) are presentations, lectures, workshops, or seminars that are transmitted over the internet. They include audio and visual components. They allow live interaction between attendees and presenters.

Webcasts (short for WEB based broadCASTS) are similar to webinars, but do not allow live interaction between participant and presenter.

What do I need to participate in a webinar?

View list of computer/internet requirements >

I do not live in the US - can I still participate in an APDT webinar?

Absolutely! APDT webinars occur over the internet. As long as you have access to the internet and have a computer that meets the webinar requirements (link to requirements), anyone can participate in an APDT webinar, regardless of where you live.

What time will the webinars occur?

All times for upcoming webinars are posted under the webinar description and on the registration page.  All times listed are in Eastern time. Click here to find out your time zone and figure out what time the event will be in your time zone.

When will I receive the webinar log-in information?

APDT staff will send you the webinar log-in information at least two business days prior to the webinar. This information will include the webinar link and dial-in number. Attendees who register later than two days prior to the webinar will receive log-in information the day they register.

I have not received my log-in or follow-up email.

Webinar related emails are occasionally filtered as spam. Please be sure to check your spam or junk email folders for your log-in or webinar follow-up emails and ensure emails from APDT are indicated as safe.

I can’t attend the webinar during the scheduled time. Can I access the webinar recording afterwards?

Yes. Once you purchase a webinar, APDT staff will send you the webinar recording no more than 2-3 business days after the webinar date. Additionally, if you are interested in purchasing any past 2012 webinars, all can be found listed here: www.apdt.com/education/webinars by scrolling to the end.

Who should I contact if I have problems purchasing a webinar?

You can contact Alicia Reynolds, Director of Operations at alicia@apdt.com or on 1-800-738-3647.

Who should I contact if I have questions about the APDT webinars, webinar tools, speakers, and content?

You can contact katenna@apdt.com.

Where should I submit my own webinar proposals?

Please submit your webinar proposals here. You can contact katenna@apdt.com with any questions. Click here for a list of topics requested by or attendees.

What do the various Webinar Instruction Levels mean?

Beginner Trainer: Webinars for those who are new to or thinking of becoming a dog training professional. Little or moderate knowledge of basic concepts by the attendees is assumed.
Intermediate Trainer: Webinars for experienced dog training professionals who are looking for in-depth discussions, demonstrations, and application. Working knowledge of basic concepts by the attendees is assumed.

Advanced Trainer: Webinars for highly experienced dog training professionals who are looking for advanced instruction and in-depth discussion of high-level learning and behavior information. Knowledge of advanced concepts by attendees is assumed.

Non-Trainer: Webinars designed for non-dog training audience, such as veterinary staff, pet owners, animal shelter staff, parents, and others. No knowledge of basic concepts by the attendees is assumed.

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