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Here, you’ll find a variety of webinars, learning opportunities, online meetings, and national events focused on animal sheltering and related interests.

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Online Course – Starts 9/9/24 – Community Cats Program Management – University of the Pacific (fee applies)

September 9

$429
The Community Cat Program Management Certificate Course is offered by the University of the Pacific, Benerd College, and led by experts Stacy LeBaron from the Community Cats Podcast and Elizabeth Finch.

This innovative and comprehensive eight-week certificate course is designed to empower participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively manage community cat programs. Aimed at animal welfare professionals, veterinary students, animal control officers, nonprofit leaders, and community advocates, this course combines theory with practical applications to cover all aspects of community cat welfare. Through a blend of online lectures, interactive discussions, and real-world assignments, students will learn how to implement humane and effective strategies for managing community cat populations, ensuring their health and welfare while engaging positively with the communities they serve.

Modules include:

    1. Introduction to Community Cats
    2. Fundamentals of TNR
    3. Community Engagement and Education (AKA “Marketing Module”)
    4. Legal and Ethical Considerations
    5. Volunteer Management and Community Involvement
    6. Ongoing Management for Community Cats
    7. Conflict Resolution and Community Relations (AKA “Customer Service Module”)
    8. Funding and Sustainability

WEBSITE LINK:  https://uc.pacific.edu/search/publicCourseSearchDetails.do?method=load&courseId=3508103