About The Course

This course was designed to provide outstanding education in companion animal euthanasia to improve the overall experience for the pet, caregiver and the veterinary team. By completing this course and the required final exam, you will earn the credential of Certified Peaceful Euthanasia Veterinarian (CPEV, for DVMs) or Professional (CPEP, for other veterinary professionals). You will also earn 10-hours of continuing education credit from the American Association of Veterinary State Boards (AAVSB). The credential requires yearly recertification by taking 4 hours of additional CAETA content. 

Note: All are invited to learn with us, but completion does not grant licensure to perform euthanasia.  Graduates have an elevated understanding of euthanasia to support their clients and patients.  Licensure to perform euthanasia comes from veterinary university, college, and animal shelter/institution program completion.

Course curriculum

    1. Clarification Information on New Certification Program

    2. Course Overview

    3. Introduction Video

    4. More CAETA Resources

    5. Need Help? Contact us

    1. Overview of Companion Animal Euthanasia Video

    2. Module 1 Quiz

    1. Caregiver and Pet Considerations Video

    2. Module 2 Quiz

    1. Physiology and Pharmacology Video

    2. Module 3 Quiz

    1. Pre-Euthanasia and Anesthesia Protocols Video

    2. Module 4 Quiz

    1. Euthanasia Techniques Video

    2. Module 5 Quiz

About this course

  • $340.00
  • 30 lessons
  • 8.5 hours of video content

Instructor

CHPV, CPEV, DACAW resident Dr. Kathleen Cooney

Dr. Kathleen Cooney has been practicing advanced end-of-life care since 2006. She is the founder and Senior Director of Medical Education for the Companion Animal Euthanasia Training Academy (CAETA). Dr. Cooney is well known for her work in companion animal euthanasia and is an author and international speaker on the subject. She is a strong advocate for best practices in all aspects of end-of-life care and loves all things old and gray.

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