Animal Therapy Course
This course teaches how to design safe, evidence-based animal therapy sessions within occupational therapy settings. Participants develop clinical reasoning skills, establish measurable goals, ensure dog welfare, comply with legal and ethical standards, and build sustainable animal-assisted therapy programs that enhance client outcomes and engagement effectively.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
Gain practical skills in the Animal Therapy Course to create and conduct safe, evidence-based dog-assisted sessions that boost functional goals and client involvement. Master AAT foundations, legal ethics, safety protocols, infection control, clinical reasoning, handler-inclusive session planning, documentation techniques, and outcome evaluation to confidently develop, assess, and maintain top-quality animal-assisted therapy initiatives.
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Develop skills
- Design AAT goals: turn OT deficits into clear, measurable dog-assisted outcomes.
- Run safe AAT sessions: structure, risk control, and handler collaboration skills.
- Apply AAT protocols: infection control, animal welfare, and client safety basics.
- Document AAT impact: use standardized OT outcome measures and clear case notes.
- Launch AAT pilots: build policies, train staff, and report results to stakeholders.
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