Accreditation and Recognition

Pet Emergency Education’s training programs are formally reviewed and approved by the American Association of Veterinary State Boards (AAVSB), through which we are recognized as an accredited educational provider. This is one of the most prestigious credentials available in the industry and is a meaningful distinction. In addition to AAVSB approval, we are also recognized as an approved educational provider by the following professional organizations:

● Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT)
● Professional Animal Care Certification Council (PACCC)
● International Association of Canine Professionals (IACP)
● Pet Sitters International (PSI)
● National Association of Obedience Instructors (NAOI)

Veterinary and animal care professionals gain not only vital training in lifesaving care but also earn continuing education credits that are widely accepted and respected nationwide. By contrast, many other pet CPR and first aid training companies do not have this level of professional recognition and accreditation. This may significantly limit the recognition of their certifications and the quality of their training.

Veterinary-Led Curriculum

Pet Emergency Education was founded by a credentialed veterinary technician with decades of hands-on clinical experience and continues to be led under her direction today. Her direct oversight of our curriculum ensures that all content remains current, evidence-based, and medically accurate, adhering to established standards, such as teaching of the only veterinary recognized method for animal CPR which has been shown to be the most effective. With deep roots in the veterinary industry, our programs provide participants with training that reflects the highest level of accuracy and best practices in animal first aid and emergency response.

Why Our Instructors Stand Out

At Pet Emergency Education, we don’t simply accept anyone who pays a fee to become an instructor. Each instructor must formally apply and meet strict professional requirements before being approved to teach. They are then required to complete our comprehensive instructor training and certification program. Our application process ensures that every instructor has verifiable experience, credentials, and the ability to deliver high-quality education. This means that when you attend one of our classes, you can be confident you are learning from a qualified professional who has been carefully vetted, not just someone who purchased the right to call themselves an instructor. By holding our instructors to a higher standard, we protect the integrity of our programs and provide students with reliable, trustworthy, and industry-recognized training.

Community Engagement

Pet Emergency Education actively partner with shelters, rescues, schools, and community organizations, offering fundraising opportunities and discounted training for animal welfare groups, high school and college students. We also publish educational materials for children and families to promote pet safety at all ages. Other companies’ focus are typically narrower, centering mainly on adult training sessions without the same breadth of outreach.

Resources

Each of our courses includes a detailed, course specific reference guide as an eBook as well as a 2 year subscription to our online Animal Emergency Resource Center. All registrations come with an official frameable certificate via download and businesses, organizations and groups may request a professional, customized lobby certificate and window decal to hang in their place of business to promote that their staff/members are certified.

Bottom Line

Pet Emergency Education provides premier accreditations and industry recognition, veterinary industry oversight, a wide variety of specialized course offerings, and strong community engagement. For pet owners, professionals, and organizations seeking credible, flexible, and comprehensive training, we are the clear leaders in the field.