Learn the skills needed to visit safely with your animal in hospitals, nursing homes, classrooms, and other facilities. Successful completion of this course, in instructor-led or home-study format, is required for registration as a Pet Partner.

Topics include:

• Selecting and preparing animals for visits.
• Identifying and decreasing stress in animals.
• Animal health and safety.
• Special needs of client groups.
• Interacting with special people.
• Facility health and safety codes.
• Patient confidentiality.

Complete the course in one of the 2 formats offered:

1. Attend a workshop.

   The Pet Partners Team Training Course is usually presented as a 12-hour hands-on course. Students receive a copy of the popular Pet Partners Team Training Course Manual and practice visiting skills. Courses are scheduled throughout the year in locations all over the country. All workshops are taught by Delta-licensed instructors.

2. Complete the home study course.

For handlers who prefer to study on their own or cannot attend a workshop, Delta offers a home study version of the Pet Partners Team Training Course. The course includes a student guide with suggestions for activities that will help handlers learn the necessary skills, and registration materials.

Continue to Step 2: Health Screening for Your Pet.