APPROVED PACCC CEU PROGRAMS
The following programs are approved by PACCC for continuing education credits if you are currently certified. The following reflects the number of CEUs available for each of the sessions. These programs are offered by third party education providers. For information, price, and how to register, please follow the links as indicated.
1 CEU 10 Questions to Ask Every Marketer During Their Pitch
Biography
This CEU approved session was presented at the 2018 IBPSA Pet Care Services Educational Conference & Trade Show, October 2-4, 2018, in St. Louis, Missouri. You must have attended in-person to receive credit. PACCC CEU information was provided at the time of the session. For more information on the session, visit https://petcareconference.com.
2 CEU 3 Web Marketing Secrets to Huge Success and a More Profitable 2018
1 CEU 5 Step Formula for Skyrocketing New Leads and Winning More Referrals
Biography
This CEU approved session was presented at the 2018 IBPSA Pet Care Services Educational Conference & Trade Show, October 2-4, 2018, in St. Louis, Missouri. You must have attended in-person to receive credit. PACCC CEU information was provided at the time of the session. For more information on the session, visit https://petcareconference.com.
2 CEU Are You Safety Savvy? You Might Not Know What You Think You Know (and Stump Your Toe)
2 CEU Assessments: Are They a Pass, a Fail, or a Useful Learning Tool?
1 CEU Back Safety Proper Lifting Program
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This course covers: proper lifting to protect from back injuries, causes of injuries, prevention of injuries, exercises for the back.
Format: PPT self-study
1.75 CEU Being Happy In Your Workplace: How to Build Client and Financial Capital by Learning Key Conflict Resolution Tools
Biography
This CEU approved session was presented at the 2018 IBPSA Pet Care Services Educational Conference & Trade Show, October 2-4, 2018, in St. Louis, Missouri. You must have attended in-person to receive credit. PACCC CEU information was provided at the time of the session. For more information on the session, visit https://petcareconference.com.
2 CEU Bloodborne Pathogen Program
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This course is meant to prepare the pet care service provider in meeting the safety requirements required to control exposure of employees and pets to bloodborne pathogens. Course includes topics such as: Management policy statement, general responsibilities, covered job tasks, list of affected employees, exposure control plan, training requirements, medical records, labeling requirements, hepatitis B vaccination declination form, post-exposure evaluation and follow-up, bloodborne pathogen training acknowledgement.
Format: PDF self-study course, PPT presentation, online testing
1 CEU Can Benevolent Leadership End Your Staff Drama?
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Make the same benevolent leadership model used with the dogs work for your staff. You’ll learn the multiple roles of an effective leader and the top tools you need in your manager’s toolbox to effectively manage and lead your team without the drama.
3 CEU Canine and Feline CPR and First Aid
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Course/Program Content Description: The PetCPR+ Certification program is designed to train the participant in canine and feline CPR and First Aid. It is our foundation animal CPR training that is ideal for anyone who loves animals including animal professionals, obedience trainers, kennel staff, pet retailers, pet sitters, animal shelter staff/volunteers, rescue personnel, groomers, First Responders, Fire/EMT and pet owners. It provides the participant an overview of what to do in an emergency situation with their pet prior to getting veterinary care. Topics covered in this class will include safe handling, restraint and transportation of sick and/or injured pets, obtaining vital signs and assessing an emergency situation, how to determine if an animal is experiencing a medical emergency, how to manage common medical emergencies including shock, allergic reactions, burns, wounds and bandaging, trauma, poisoning, choking and more. Participants will learn how to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation using the most current veterinary endorsed methods.
Format: In-Person Presentation or Course
16 CEU Canine Certification
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This program is a 2 level program Canine Provider and Canine Specialist. Course is designed to introduce the student to the basic care of canines. Major areas covered in Provider Level are: Basic Anatomy/ Physiology, Basic Behavior: Body language, Visual Assessment of Animal: ex. Body fluids, is animal sick or healthy, behaviors of a sick animal, parasites, Environment: Why it is important, Nutrition: Food prep, eating or not eating, Safety and handling techniques, Emergency Care: Basic reporting procedures. Major areas covered in Specialist Level are: Intake Policies/Records, Commonly Seen Medical Problems, Medical Emergencies, First Aid, Medications, Geriatric & Special Needs, Stress, Behavior – Group Play, Nutrition, Employee Safety, Client Relations, Going Green.
Format: Online
4.25 CEU Communication Skills for Pet Care Professionals
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Pet Care Professionals will learn to have confidence communicating openly and honestly with co-workers, supervisors and clients. At the end of the course you will:
*Have a clear understanding of the basic skills and components required for effective professional communications.
*Learn steps you can take to contribute to a positive and open communication culture in your work environment.
*Improve your understanding of verbal communication including body language and vocal components.
*Know the words and language to use to keep customers happy and contribute positively to good teamwork.
*Learn to communicate professionally in written forms for excellent customer service while facilitating high quality team pet care.
*Contribute to a healthy communication culture by understanding the priority and timing of internal communication.
*Confidently use your communication skills to avoid, prevent escalation or resolve conflict in the work environment.
*Use assertive communication, validation and negotiation techniques for improved teamwork and customer satisfaction.
2 CEU Confessions from an Online Marketer: Learn the Secrets of the Big Dogs to Grow Your Pet Care Business
1 CEU Cyber Attacks – The Good, The Bad, and Nothing In Between
1 CEU Delete – Delegate – Defer – Do
Biography
This CEU approved session was presented at the 2018 IBPSA Pet Care Services Educational Conference & Trade Show, October 2-4, 2018, in St. Louis, Missouri. You must have attended in-person to receive credit. PACCC CEU information was provided at the time of the session. For more information on the session, visit https://petcareconference.com.
1 CEU Discover an Easy Tool that Reduces Staff Drama and Improves Productivity
24 CEU dogtec Dog Walking Academy
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Graduates of this professional course come away fully equipped to start a safe, ethical dog walking business, or to advance an existing one. Intensive study includes canine learning theory, canine behavior & aggression, canine body language & ritualization, basic training techniques, walk management techniques & protocols, screening & group composition, dog fight & emergency protocols, client communication/intake/management, ethical business practices & effective marketing, and more. Class is appropriate for beginning and experienced dog walkers, pet sitters, and dog daycare owners and staff.
Format: In-person
2 CEU Emergency Preparedness
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This course is meant to help the pet care service provider build an emergency preparedness program by following specific processes. Those processes include: program management, planning process, implementation, assessing program effectiveness, testing the plan, program improvement and evaluation, hazardous incident responses. Course include two sample emergency plans.
Format: PDF document download, online testing
2 CEU Fetch the Good Life by Operating a Sustainable Pet Business
Biography
This CEU approved session was presented at the 2018 IBPSA Pet Care Services Educational Conference & Trade Show, October 2-4, 2018, in St. Louis, Missouri. You must have attended in-person to receive credit. PACCC CEU information was provided at the time of the session. For more information on the session, visit https://petcareconference.com.
1 CEU Fire Safety Program
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This course prepares the pet care service provider for fires that may occur in a building. Subjects covered include: Types of fires, fire triangles, types of extinguishers, how to use an extinguisher, rules for fires.
Format: PPT self study course, online exam