High School and College Student Discount Program
Programs are developed and reviewed by experienced veterinary and animal health care professionals to meet industry standards for accuracy, quality and relevance.
Educational Value and Curriculum Integration
Animal Care and Wellness Institute provides accredited animal CPR, first aid, and emergency preparedness education for high school and college students. Our programs are accredited by the American Association of Veterinary State Boards, allowing schools and educational institutions to offer nationally approved certification through their teachers, who may become certified instructors. This structure enables institutions to train and certify students at a discounted educational rate.
Student Outcomes and Career Alignment
Integrating courses such as Canine and Feline CPR and First Aid Certification into an academic curriculum supports applied STEM learning through hands-on instruction. Coursework reinforces core scientific concepts, including anatomy, physiology, and emergency response, while promoting critical thinking and problem-solving skills in a real-world learning environment.
Students who complete certification gain practical, hands-on experience along with a recognized credential that strengthens college applications, resumes, and volunteer opportunities. The curriculum emphasizes responsibility, compassion, and community engagement, empowering students to confidently care for animals and participate in animal welfare initiatives.
These certification programs complement career and technical education pathways and may inspire interest in veterinary medicine, animal science, biology, public health, emergency services, and other STEM-related fields. Schools may incorporate training into existing coursework, enrichment programs, or career exploration initiatives without extensive curriculum restructuring.
By partnering with Animal Care and Wellness Institute, educational institutions gain access to an established, accredited certification program that delivers affordable, relevant, and meaningful education with lasting value for students and their communities.
Available Industry-Recognized Certification Programs
Teachers who plan to train and certify students must first complete the virtual, on-demand instructor certification program. Once certified, instructors may integrate approved certification courses into their classroom instruction and certify students directly as part of their curriculum.
- Canine and Feline CPR and First Aid Certification
- Canine and Feline CPR and Advanced Life Support Certification for Veterinary Professional
- Equine Emergency First Aid Certification
- Livestock Emergency First Aid Certification
- Canine Wilderness Emergency First Aid Certification
- Reptile, Avian, and Small Mammal First Aid Certification
- Canine and Feline CPR and First Aid Certification for Grooming Professionals
- Advanced Pet CPR and Emergency Life Support for First Responders and Pet Professionals
Educational institutions may offer student certification at a reduced academic rate of $49.95 per student (standard value $75). Each student registration includes the following:
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- One student registration for any approved certification program, delivered either in the classroom or through the on-demand format
- A digital eBook copy of the full-color reference guide, with optional printed copies available at a discounted educational rate
- A two-year subscription to the online emergency resource center
- An official, printable certificate of completion
Training Delivery Options
Animal Care and Wellness Institute certification programs may be delivered through instructor-led classroom training or completed independently through a virtual, on-demand format.
Classroom Based Training
Classroom-based training allows certified instructors to teach and assess students directly as part of their coursework. This option supports hands-on skill practice, in-person instruction, and real-time evaluation, making it well suited for traditional classrooms, career and technical education programs, and structured learning environments.
On-Demand Training
On-demand training allows students to complete certification independently through a virtual, self-paced format. This option provides flexibility for remote learners, blended classrooms, and supplemental instruction while maintaining consistent educational standards and assessment requirements.
What Educators Are Saying
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