Announcing:
Shelter Safe:Foundations in Animal Care – Certification by NACA
A professional certification built by the field, for the field.
ShelterSafe: Foundations in Animal Care – Certification by naca
Designed for frontline shelter staff, volunteers, and animal care professionals.
this course equips you with practical, humane, and modern tools for shelter success.
Whether you’re just starting out or looking to sharpen your skills, this certification provides a strong foundation for effective, compassionate care.
Pricing
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1-6 seats= $60/seat
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7< seats = $40/seat
“The Shelter Safe Certification fills a training gap we’ve long recognized in our industry. Our staff and volunteers now have access to practical, comprehensive tools that directly improve daily shelter operations. Thank you, NACA, for stepping up with this much-needed program.”
What You’ll Learn
Build essential skills in animal care and sheltering, including:
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Enrichment & Welfare – Create low-stress, stimulating environments for animals
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Community Engagement – Strengthen customer service and public interactions
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Animal Behavior – Recognize canine and feline body language and apply safe handling techniques
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Wellness & Resilience – Manage compassion fatigue, build emotional intelligence, and reduce bias
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Shelter Practices – Intake, sanitation, nutrition, and daily operations essentials
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Health & Safety – Identify illness, prevent disease spread, and understand zoonotic risks
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Core Procedures – Spay/neuter, microchipping, and adoption best practices
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Breed Awareness – Improve breed recognition and behavior understanding
