Animal Therapy Course
This course equips you with skills to create and manage safe, evidence-based animal-assisted therapy sessions in occupational therapy settings. You will master clinical reasoning, goal setting, dog welfare protection, legal compliance, and building lasting programs that boost client results and engagement.

flexible workload of 4 to 360h
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
Gain hands-on skills to plan and conduct secure, research-backed dog-assisted therapy sessions that enhance client goals and participation. Cover AAT basics, legal ethics, safety protocols, clinical decision-making, handler session planning, record-keeping, and evaluating outcomes for effective animal-assisted therapy initiatives.
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Develop skills
- Design AAT goals by converting OT deficits into clear, measurable dog-assisted outcomes.
- Conduct safe AAT sessions with proper structure, risk management, and handler teamwork.
- Implement AAT protocols covering infection control, animal welfare, and client safety.
- Document AAT results using standard OT measures and detailed case notes.
- Initiate AAT programs by developing policies, training teams, and reporting to stakeholders.
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