Ready to Grow in Your Career?
COMPLEMENTS LOCAL REQUIREMENTS
If your state already has a state issued certification requirement, a NACA Certification is a nice complement to your local requirements, and
BUILDS ON GROWTH
Even if your state does not require any form of certification, a NACA Certification can provide you a foundation of knowledge – and “fill in the gaps.”
PROFESSIONAL INVESTMENT
If you’re building your resume in preparation for future career advancement, a NACA Certification can be proof that you are committed to growing in your
NACA ACO I COURSE
The National Animal Care and Control Association (NACA) is the leading professional association committed to growing the level of professionalism in the field on Animal Care and Control. As part of our mission, we are committed to offering working Animal Care professionals the education they need to grow in fulfilling, mission-driven careers that serve both their communities and the animals they care about. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, consider investing in your future by earning your NACA ACO I Certification
Online TRAINING
Designed for the Busy Working Professional
Whether you are new in the field or you’re ready to take the next step in your career, consider investing in your future by earning your NACA ACO I Training and Certification. Your online ACO I Training and Certification Course is filled with more than 20 hours of instruction, activities and exercises designed to help you grow and succeed in your role.
EASY TO USE
Convenient and Affordable Training on your own schedule and without the need to travel.
PROFESSIONAL
Taught by experienced investigators, prosecutors, law enforcement officers, and Animal Control Professionals.
PRACTICAL
Courses consist of real-world info important for any new ACO.
grow in your career
Your online ACO I Certification Course is filled with more than 20 hours of instruction, activities and exercises designed to help you grow and succeed in your role.
UNDERSTANDING “THE LINK”
BASIC INVESTIGATIONS
ANIMAL HEALTH: DISEASE RECOGNITION, CONTROL AND PREVENTION
DANGEROUS DOGS
PROFESSIONALISM & ETHICS
FIRST AID FOR THE ANIMAL CARE PROFESSIONAL
ACO CIVIL LIABILITY
BREED IDENTIFICATION & BEHAVIOR
FEDERAL LAWS FOR CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES
DOG & CAT INTAKE PROCEDURES: MEETING THE NEEDS OF ANIMALS
ANIMAL HANDLING, PERCEPTION & SAFETY
BASIC NUTRITION OF COMMON ANIMALS
MAINTAINING A CLEAN & DISEASE RESISTANT SHELTER
EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE AND ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICERS
ANIMAL SHELTER OPERATIONS & ADMINISTRATION
ANIMAL SPAYING, NEUTERING, MICROCHIPPING & ADOPTION
SEARCH WARRANTS & AFFIDAVITS
RABIES
The NACA Certification is designed specifically for working adults in the Animal Care/Control profession.
What’s more: Every lesson in the course has been reviewed by NACA’s training committee consisting of resident experts who are committed to enhancing and growing our profession. So when you go through the lessons, you know you’re hearing expert advice from people you can trust.
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What People Are Saying about This?
Emotional Intelligence for ACOs was great to put into perspective the emotional challenges Law enforcement and animal services communities struggle with. Great presentation!
I just enjoyed learning something new. Adam Leath was a great speaker!
Great information that challenges how you look at managing people and situations.
I was able to connect a lot of the ideas back to what I have experienced.
I'm still in the process of taking the course. So far it has worked well with my schedule and easy to follow along.
I first took this course 12 years ago and this years course is updated to the times. Just keep updating the information and keep the tried and true and it will remain great!
I love the way it is set up.
I thought the course was excellent and I would not change a thing
Offer more classes! It's excellent and I'm looking forward to having it as a part of our onboarding for new humane agents. Thank you so much
Emotional Intelligence for ACOs was great to put into perspective the emotional challenges Law enforcement and animal services communities struggle with. Great presentation!
Emotional Intelligence for ACOs was great to put into perspective the emotional challenges Law enforcement and animal services communities struggle with. Great presentation!
Emotional Intelligence for ACOs was great to put into perspective the emotional challenges Law enforcement and animal services communities struggle with. Great presentation!
Emotional Intelligence for ACOs was great to put into perspective the emotional challenges Law enforcement and animal services communities struggle with. Great presentation!
Emotional Intelligence for ACOs was great to put into perspective the emotional challenges Law enforcement and animal services communities struggle with. Great presentation!
Emotional Intelligence for ACOs was great to put into perspective the emotional challenges Law enforcement and animal services communities struggle with. Great presentation!
Emotional Intelligence for ACOs was great to put into perspective the emotional challenges Law enforcement and animal services communities struggle with. Great presentation!
Emotional Intelligence for ACOs was great to put into perspective the emotional challenges Law enforcement and animal services communities struggle with. Great presentation!
Frequently Asked Questions
We get it: If you’re used to learning strictly in a classroom environment, online learning might be a little scary at first. But know that whether it’s a technical support issue or a question about something an instructor has said in a video, we’re here to help ensure you feel confident in your knowledge and development. Here is a link to a handy list of Frequently Asked Questions - but don't hesitate to reach out if your question is not answered.
The NACA ACO Basic I online training course is a ready-made solution to prepare animal welfare personnel for their career and for future training such as the in-person, 40-hour NACHO training class that provides hands-on experience for students. Because it is an online program, it can be incorporated into your on-boarding field training process and used immediately to meet your agency's needs on-demand.
