Upcoming Events Calendars

Name: Online Course – 2/6/26 to 2/16/26 – Application Period for Spring 2026 Online Instructor-Led Courses – Maddie’s Fund®
Start: 2026-02-06T09:00:00-08:00
End: 2026-02-06T23:59:00-08:00
Location: Virtual

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Online Course – 2/6/26 to 2/16/26 – Application Period for Spring 2026 Online Instructor-Led Courses – Maddie’s Fund®

February 6 @ 9:00 AM – 11:59 PM PST

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Free

Spring 2026 Courses begin the week of March 9, 2026

Looking to implement a new program, learn more about a specific subject and create positive change for pets and people in your community? Maddie’s Fund® Online Instructor-Led Courses provide an interactive educational opportunity for those who are looking to benefit from the wisdom of established innovative programs. They’re the catalyst you need to take your programs and learning to the next level! All courses are free #ThanksToMaddie!

These courses require completion of:

Self-paced online materials
Zoom classes with your instructor and classmates (The length and number of Zoom classes are course-dependent, but can range from 4
to 6 classes, at 60, 75, or 90 minutes.)
Final project
Course Evaluation Survey

Class size is limited and the selection process is competitive.

To be eligible, your organization must be a U.S.-based 501c3 or government animal welfare organization. All Maddie’s University courses are pre-approved for NACA and CAWA CE (continuing education) credits.

Application period: February 6 – February 16, 2026.

Spring 2026 Course Offerings

NEW! Adoption Marketing: Positive Framing, Connective Storytelling, More Adoptions!
NEW! Cooperative Care for Dogs
Developing Your Own Kitten College
Feline Lifesaving: Essential Cat Programs for Shelters
Fostering Dogs with Behavior Concerns: Supporting Dogs and People
Humane Education: Tools & Techniques to Expand Your Reach
Live Better: The Power of You
NEW! Rural Sheltering
Shelter Clinic Management
NEW! Work Better: The Power of Us

WEBSITE LINK: http://university.maddiesfund.org/online-instructor-led-courses