Approved CEU Listings

This page features continuing education opportunities that have been reviewed and approved for IAABC Continuing Education Units (CEUs). These courses meet the standards required to support ongoing professional development for animal behavior consultants. Please note that the IAABC does not host or manage these offerings—they are provided by independent education providers. New opportunities are added regularly, so check back often to find courses that match your interests and CEU needs.

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Course	Description	Date	Type	Speakers	CEUs
Dog bite injuries and behavioral projections: What we have learned about fatal attacks by following the evidence. IAABC Sponsor	"Jim's primary research and work over the last 20 years has been in the field of fatal (and serious) dog attacks-behavior, circumstances, investigation and evidence. This program will discuss the results of that work, including the facts, figures, and information gained and published in Jim's PhD dissertation - and (hopefully) pending book project. The information presented will range from what kind of dog is involved in fatalities, where and how they live, the profiles of both the attack behavior and the injuries inflicted, to geographic and socioeconomic concentration of incident...	- Dec. 31, 2027	Online / Remote Learning	James W. Crosby MS CBCC-KA	2.00
Taking a Behavior History IAABC Sponsor	(1.5 CEUs) From the 2016 IAABC Animal Behavior Conference. This webinar instructs on the process and recommendations for taking a behavior history with animal behavior consulting cases. About Dr. Christopher Pachel, DVM, DACVB, CABC Dr. Pachel received his veterinary degree from the University of MN in 2002 and worked as a general practitioner for two years in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area prior to the start of his behavior residency program. He operated a house-call behavior practice in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area until 2010 and became board certified by the American College of Vet...	Jan. 1, 2020 - Dec. 31, 2026	Online / Remote Learning	Dr. Christopher Pachel, DVM, DACVB, CABC	2.00
Cat Behavior Consulting Mentorship - Full Student IAABC Sponsor	Each 8-week mentorship provides mentees with ongoing online chat, video exchanges, documentation, links, and scheduled weekly live chats via video meeting. Mentees can discuss their own cases or any others, ask questions about application and theory, ask for tips and advice on overcoming specific challenges, and be guided toward even higher levels of professionalism and effectiveness. The mentors are there for the mentees, and offer all help and discussion that each mentee finds useful. Auditing is also available Auditors may observe and learn about topics under discussion between ...	Jan. 1, 2023 - Dec. 31, 2026	Online / Remote Learning	Katenna Jones, ScM, ACAAB, CCBC, CDBC, CPDT-KA	20.00
Professional Dog Training: Science & Application IAABC Sponsor	Training is simple, but it’s not easy! There’s canine learning to understand, practical skills and timing to master, and of course, the human part of the equation to consider. Professional Dog Training: Science & Application is a comprehensive 20-week program designed to provide you with the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to succeed as a dog trainer. Program Highlights: Each module features lectures and materials packed full of information and designed by a practicing dog training and behavior professional. You won’t just be watching videos – throughout the program you w...	Feb. 6, 2023 - Feb. 6, 2026	Online / Remote Learning	Camille Asmer, CDBC, ADT. CPDT-KA, CBCC-KA Jackie Laubacher, CPDT-KSA Alicia Harantschuk, CDBC, CPDT-KA, ADT Emily Strong CDBC Allie Bender CDBC, CPDT-KA Dante Camacho Erin Jones MSc, PhD, CDBC, ADT, CPDT-KA Michelle Mullins, KPA-CTP, CPDT-KA Tabitha Kucera, CCBC, KPA-CTP, RVT, VTS(behavior) Kathrine Christ, CDBC Renee Hall, CDBC, ADT, CPDT-KA Lauren Novack MS, ACDBC, KPA-CTP, FPPE	36.00
CROSS CULTURAL CATS: COMPARATIVE STUDIES IN PET PARENTING AND CAT-HUMAN RELATIONSHIPS IN THE U.S., JAPAN, AND INDIA IAABC Sponsor	How can we compare cats across different cultures? Which trends in how humans live with and care for cats are similar across the globe? What might learning about how other cultures see and understand cats help us in our professional lives with them? Join two researchers on cross-cultural cats for a unique presentation! In Do Cat-Human Relationships Differ Across Cultures? A Comparison of Cats in Japan and the U.S., Dr. Kristyn Vitale will present her research comparing human perception and cat social behaviors in the U.S. and Japan. This paper is not scheduled to be published until the b...	Mar. 11, 2023 - Mar. 11, 2026	Online / Remote Learning	Dr Kristyn Vitale, PhD Dr Shelly Volsche, PhD	3.00
Success with Sensitive Dogs IAABC Sponsor	Do you have a sensitive dog? One who shuts down, quits, goes sniffing, gets the zoomies, reacts to everything and anything, or just plain wilts like an unwatered plant at the slightest perceived pressure? Does your sensitive dog’s behaviour slow down your training? Prevent you from doing the things you want to do together? Or maybe is so extreme that it affects her ability to fully enjoy life? If you’ve answered yes to any of the above, then you definitely have a sensitive dog. I have a house full of sensitive dogs and know all too well how tricky they can be to work with sometimes...	Apr. 2, 2023 - Apr. 2, 2026	Online / Remote Learning	Hélène Lawler	1.00
Dog Bite Interpretation and Behavior IAABC Sponsor	Dog bites are more than just ‘pass/fail’ incidents. Not only are the big three factors (Intensity, Frequency, and Purpose) at play, but bites have physical attributes such as depth, direction, and dental profile that assist us in seeking the underlying behavioral issues. Let’s look at bites, their geometry and characteristics, and place those in our day to day practices.	Apr. 3, 2023 - Apr. 3, 2026	Online / Remote Learning	James W. Crosby M.S. CBCC-KA	1.00
Desensitization and Counterconditioning IAABC Sponsor	Learn the practical application of desensitization and counterconditioning techniques to treat fearful behaviors. This presentation focuses on mechanical skills, navigating potential speed bumps, tracking progress, and troubleshooting. We’ll examine definitions (what desensitization and counterconditioning are, and what they aren’t); the recipe for success (a crucial ingredient list); how operant learning fits into the equation (are we just changing “feelings” or are we affecting behaviors too?); and answers to clients’ most pressing questions (“So how long is this gonna take?).	Apr. 4, 2023 - Apr. 4, 2026	Online / Remote Learning	Nancy Tucker, CDBC	1.00
The Thinking Animal: Cognition and its Role in Behavior (Auditor) IAABC Sponsor	What’s going on in an animal’s head (even when they’ve decided it’s a great idea to stick their head in a wasp’s nest) is a complex, fascinating, and vital part of understanding their behavior! This 4-week course will introduce some key questions in animal cognition, including: How do animals understand time? Do animals have good short- and long-term memories? Can animals comprehend numbers, logic and other abstract concepts? How can we use animal cognition to make more effective and enjoyable behavior interventions for animals and humans? Your instructor, Dr. Kristina S...	Apr. 25, 2023 - Apr. 25, 2026	Online / Remote Learning	Kristina Spaulding, PhD, CAAB	4.00
The Thinking Animal: Cognition and its Role in Behavior (Full Student) IAABC Sponsor	What’s going on in an animal’s head (even when they’ve decided it’s a great idea to stick their head in a wasp’s nest) is a complex, fascinating, and vital part of understanding their behavior! This 4-week course will introduce some key questions in animal cognition, including: How do animals understand time? Do animals have good short- and long-term memories? Can animals comprehend numbers, logic and other abstract concepts? How can we use animal cognition to make more effective and enjoyable behavior interventions for animals and humans? Your instructor, Dr. Kristina S...	Apr. 25, 2023 - Apr. 25, 2026	Online / Remote Learning	Kristina Spaulding, PhD, CAAB	9.00
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