The WAFA Certified designation represents the pinnacle of achievement for working animal professionals. Our credentials indicate advanced knowledge and excellence in the relevant field. WAFA welcomes mid-to late-career professionals to apply for this prestigious designation.
Certified members qualify to be listed in the WAFA professional locator and access a wide range of other benefits. We value our certified members highly and recognise their achievements in the field by granting the right to use the WAFA Certified logos and postnominals and are granted an official certificate detailing their competencies.
Each credential includes detailed eligibility requirements, ongoing education obligations, and a list of associated fees, all of which are outlined in the relevant downloadable file below. Once a credential is finalised by the WAFA Board, the relevant file will be uploaded.
We offer the following specialty-specific credentials at the Certified Member level:
Breeders
Animal First Aiders
Occupational Therapists
Advocates
Trainers/Behaviourists
Independent Handlers
Therapy Animals
Detection Animals
*Credentials for Organisations*