Professional Animal Workers (PAWS)

This 10-week program in partnership with the Community College of Baltimore County (CCBC) prepares job seekers with disabilities to work in:

Animal shelters
Kennels
Veterinary offices
Animal hospitals
Pet daycare centers
Independent pet and grooming shops
Retail pet stores

The classroom portion of this program is offered at the DORS WTC location and is taught by a CCBC instructor. The on-the-job training occurs at community veterinary and animal care centers.

Training Includes:

Animal first aid & CPR
Computer literacy and basic office skills
Basic animal care skills – feeding, watering, grooming, bathing, exercising and cage cleaning
Off-campus internship

Program Requirements:

Sixth-grade reading level
Ability to remain calm in high stress situations
Ability and desire to work with animals
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds
Basic computer knowledge

Professional Animal Workers (PAWS)

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PAWS Handout