Elevate Your Cat Expertise with Feline Care Certifications from IBPSA

As a professional in the highly competitive pet care industry, standing out means going beyond basic skills to provide excellent care for animals of various species. Cats may be the second most popular pet in the U.S., but their unique needs make feline care a specialized skill set.

At IBPSA, we are pleased to offer a variety of species-specific certifications for pet care providers and specialists, from boarding and daycare facilities to pet sitters and veterinary offices. Our Feline Care certifications are designed to help facility owners, managers, and staff members gain in-depth knowledge to offer top-tier feline care. Read on to learn how these courses can transform your business and help you better serve your kitty clients.

Master the Fundamentals with the Feline Pet Care Provider Certification

Our Feline Pet Care Provider Certification offers a comprehensive, 8-hour course that covers essential feline care basics. Created by industry experts, this course covers:

• Understanding of feline anatomy and behavior. Knowing the essentials of feline physiology and body language will help you anticipate cats’ needs and provide a more nurturing environment.
• Safety and handling. Learn techniques for handling cats in a way that ensures their safety and comfort.
• Health assessment skills. Learn the basics of feline health as it relates to environment, nutrition, and basic emergencies.

These foundational skills will help set your team apart with the expertise needed to create a safe, cat-friendly environment that keeps both clients and their pets happy.

Level Up with the Feline Pet Care Specialist Certification

Once you’ve covered the fundamentals, you can take your expertise further with the Feline Pet Care Specialist Certification. Building on your foundational knowledge, this advanced course delves into the following:

• Expanded medical knowledge. Understand common feline health issues, including those found in geriatric and special needs cats, and appropriate first-aid responses to confidently address medical concerns.
• Nutrition and wellness insights. Learn more about feline-specific dietary needs, as well as medications for common conditions.
• Client relations skills. Effective communication with pet parents is another key for business success. This certification program covers topics such as intake policies and records, as well as client relations skills that can help you foster trust with your clients and reassure them that their pet is in the best hands.

In just 13 modules, you or your team members can gain the specialized knowledge needed to confidently manage even complex feline care situations. These skills translate to better, more focused care for every cat that comes to your facility.

The Power of Pet Care Certifications

In an industry where quality care sets your business apart from the competition, having a certification through IBPSA validates your commitment to excellence and signals to pet owners that you have gone the extra mile to understand and provide for their pet’s unique needs. In addition, a certification through IBPSA—which serves as a premier preparatory resource for the Professional Animal Care Certification Council (PACCC) independent certifications—will position your business as one of the best in the industry.