Pets America is now working in partnership with the Emergency Care and
Safety Institute to offer Pet First Aid workshops nationally! Watch our email newsletter for details about how to become an
approved education center and/or Pet First Aid instructor.
Pet
First Aid Instructor Development Workshop Offered at the Southwest Veterinary Symposium
Interested in
becoming a Pet First Aid Instructor? Register NOW - space is limited! Pets America is excited to offer a full certification course at the Southwest Veternarian Symposium
in San Antonio, Texas, October 1, 2011.
Advance preparation is the key to safety and survival in any emergency, yet few educational
opportunities exist to help pet owners learn valuable pet first aid skills or
create a personal disaster plan. In filling this important niche, Pets
America is partnering with the Emergency Care and Safety Institute to deliver
workshops nationwide. Enthusiastic, experienced instructors are needed to
teach classes for pet owners. Earn extra income while teaching pet owners the skills veterinarians
recommend!
Visit
Pets America's Facebook Page to learn more or register online at www.swvs.org. NOTE: Attendees may register for the Workshop only or for the SWVS and the Workshop.
Course Fee: $240Location: Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center, San Antonio, TXAudience: RVTs, CVAs and other veterinary professionals
or animal professionals. We
look forward to seeing you in San Antonio!
Basic
Pet First Aid & Disaster Response Workshop
3-1/2 hour Certification Program
With input from more than 400 U.S. Veterinarians, Pets America has developed a comprehensive Pet First Aid & Disaster
Response Workshop that offers expert guidance on everyday
pet emergencies as well as how to prepare for and respond to disaster situations.
This certification course teaches
CPR, the Heimlich maneuver for pets, and how to deal with the most common pet emergencies such as bite wounds, cuts to pads,
and sudden illnesses. Participants learn to recognize early warning signs of illness, tips on preventing health problems,
how to stay safe while helping an injured pet, and how to assemble pet first aid and disaster kits. There are also opportunities
to practice CPR skills on life-like pet mannequins.
Please do NOT
bring your pet to class. However, we'd love for you to bring photos to share!
Space
is limited to 14 participants per class, so PLEASE pre-register for one of the scheduled classes listed
below. Click on the "Pay Now" button for confirmed dates. You can also contact us about a private class for your
group or workplace.
Cost:
$59.95 per person (includes Pet First Aid & Disaster Response Guide)
$45.00
per person (without Pet First Aid & Disaster Response Guide)
Cancellation Policy: A refund (minus the PayPal service fee) will be made for all cancellations
up to 48 hours in advance of the class. If you need to cancel after the 48 hour cut-off, you may elect to donate the class
fee to Pets America and receive a receipt for your tax-deductible donation, or you may receive credit for a future class.
Pets America retains the prerogative to cancel and re-schedule any class due to low enrollment or an emergency. In the event
of a cancellation on the behalf of Pets America, a refund or future class credit may be requested. Credits are good for one
year.
Scheduled Dates and Locations 
Note that private classes for groups such as associations,
rescue organizations, kennel staff, or fire and EMS personnel can easily be scheduled by request. Send us a note if you'd
like to schedule a class for your group!
