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CERTIFICATION EXAM INFORMATION

2024 Certification Exam Dates

*Important notice – We recently discovered incorrect exam registration deadlines were published in past newsletters and on our website. We have since updated these with the correct dates. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused. The correct dates can be seen below.

March 2-16 (exam registration deadline is February 7)
June 8-22 (exam registration deadline is May 8)
November 9-23 (exam registration deadline is October 9)

Pick the Exam that’s right for you

PACCC offers three levels of certification. You don’t need to become certified in one level before moving to the next – just pick the level that’s currently right for you: Provider (CPACP), Manager (CPACM), or Operator (CPACO).

Provider: A person in charge of the daily handling of the animals cared for by a professional pet care business. Click here for details.

Manager: A person in charge of the daily operation of a professional pet care business. Click here for details.

Operator: A person responsible for the overall operation of a professional pet care business. Click here for details.

How to Register for PACCC Exams

Step One

Download and review the contents of the relevant Examination Handbook by clicking the button below.

Step Two

Consider taking the exam in person or virtually. You can now take the exam from anywhere! Learn more here.

If you choose in-person, click the ‘Check Dates and Locations’ button below.

  • Select “Professional Testing Corporation” from the Test Sponsor drop-down menu and then “Professional Animal Care Certification Council” from the Program drop-down
  • VERY IMPORTANT!
    • This search is just for you to be able to see local testing areas and available dates, not to register
    • There are a limited number of seats for each date, so if you have a specific date preference, complete the process as soon as possible once you have received the communication from the Professional Testing Company to schedule your date

Step Three

Complete the online registration and provide payment. You will receive an email that your application registration was received. If you have issues with the application process on the PTC website, please contact them via their Support Center or by calling 212-356-0660.

Step Four

Once your application is approved, you will be emailed a scheduling authorization within 6 weeks of the start of the testing period. At this time, you can choose your exam date, time, and location. Again, there are a limited number of seats for each date, so if you have a specific date preference, complete the process as soon as possible.

NEED A PRACTICE EXAM?

Online practice exams are available. These can help assess your strengths and weaknesses. For more information, click here.

Questions? Feel free to reach out to us at [email protected].