Accreditation Program
Members
of the All Canadian Pet Services Network have the option of undergoing
an accreditation program to receive their "accreditation".
In recognition of the fact that continuing education and professional
development is an ongoing process, the accreditation program has
been divided into three seperate levels.
| Bronze Level |
Membership
in the ACPSN
Commitment to abide by the ACPSN professional standards
Business Registration
Insurance & Bonding
References from clients (for existing professionals)
References/support from other professionals in the pet care/animal health
industry (for new professionals)
|
| Silver Level |
Pet First
Aid
Membership with an animal welfare or advocacy organization or membership
through donation to any provincial or national SPCA
Completion of an Emergency Plan
Participation in a fundraising event for a humane society or animal charity
(i.e Paws in the Park) or 6
hours Volunteer work with a non profit animal oriented organization.
Participation
in our Client Satisfaction Survey Program
|
| Gold Level |
Completion
of 1 continuing education course (with certificate) or 3 non-certificate
seminars / programs (details located in members area)
Completion of 40 hours volunteer / community service in the animal industry
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