How long does it take to become a Service Dog trainer?
Most Service Dog programs have a two to three year apprentice training program. Shorter programs might be able to train a Service Dog in general. They can not fully train an individual to deal with different temperament dogs. It is unlikely that you can learn to place a dog with a disabled individual in this amount of time as well as have knowledge of many different disabilities. You are in a buyer beware situation with schools that promise to make you a Service Dog trainer in 6 months. Be especially careful of if they have never had experience with the placement of a Service Dog with a disabled individual.
