As of December 15, 2024, our Verified CAWA exam is closed to new candidates. 

Our new CAWA Beta exam is now open to applications.

Once about 100 candidates take the beta exam, scores will be psychometrically verified, and a final score can be established. This process may take several months so it will be some time before candidates receive their score and pass/fail status. To thank you for your patience during this waiting period, the beta exam fee will be 50% off.

Approved applicants will receive instructions on how to enroll in the Exam Prep Package, including the free references, a practice exam, preparation resources, an invitation to a private Facebook group for study prep, and access to the exam scheduler.

Download the Beta Exam Specifications/References List

The new reference list is streamlined and much less expensive than the prior exam's reference list.

Download the CAWA Program Applicant Guide - BETA 2025

CAWA Beta Exam Application

Animal Welfare Professional Members:  $200  

Other Members:  $400

• Fee does not include a per-exam attempt fee of $32 payable to ProctorU. There are additional optional fees if you’d like to take your exam within 24 or 72 hours.
• If you fail the first exam attempt, you must wait 30 days to make a second attempt.
• The CAWA Beta Exam closes by June 30, 2025*, at midnight ET. If you are unable to take the beta exam up to two times by the deadline, your beta exam payment (minus a $10 processing fee) can be applied towards a verified exam.

* Date subject to change

Take the CAWA Eligibility Quiz

Download our current Applicant Guide

Submit the CAWA Application

Download Making the Case for CAWA Support

Questions about the CAWA credential and exam? Contact certification@theaawa.org

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