Animal Care Certificate Curriculum
Arc Broward’s Animal Care curriculum helps adults with disabilities develop the knowledge and skills they need to meet the increasing demand for qualified animal care assistants and pet care professionals.
Once students complete the program they are prepared to explore a broad range of career possibilities, including working in animal shelters, veterinary clinics, pet grooming facilities, pet boarding facilities, or pet retail environments.
This curriculum focuses on practical animal care skills and professional development where students can apply learning immediately to provide excellent care for dogs and cats—in shelters, in veterinary settings, and beyond.
Upon completion, they’ll be prepared to earn their American Red Cross Cat and Dog First Aid Certification, further enhancing their professional credentials and employability.
Licensing Details
Each curriculum license will come with one 2-hour training session during the initial license year. This training provides an overview of the curriculum and implementation.
Completion Requirements
- 340 Hours (130 hours in Lecture / 210 hours in Lab/Externship)
1. Describe the principles of basic animal care, specific to dogs and cats.
2. Understand and demonstrate professional skills required of an animal care assistant/associate.
3. Identify and understand common dog and cat breeds and their behavior.
4. Express an interest in and appreciation for animals, including their care and welfare.
5. Demonstrate effective communication.
6. Demonstrate professional customer service.
7. Obtain American Red Cross Cat and Dog First Aid Certification.
· Instructor Introduction
· Syllabus
· Externship Checklist
· Trial Period Directions and Documents
· Gradebook & Attendance Templates
· Lecture Lesson Plans
· Lab Lecture Plans
· Canva Presentations
· Student Guides
· Unit Quizzes
· Unit Quiz Answer Key
· Practical Skill Assessments
· Worksheets, Handouts, etc.
Initial License – $10,000
Annual curriculum updates and enhancements – $1,000
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