Canine-Assisted Therapy Course
Master designing safe, evidence-based canine-assisted therapy sessions for children with ASD. Develop practical OT interventions, handle risks, track progress, and team up effectively with a therapy dog to boost attention, self-regulation, and social skills in a natural, engaging way.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This focused Canine-Assisted Therapy Course teaches you how to safely bring a trained dog into therapy sessions with children who have ASD. You'll master evidence-based techniques, detailed activity plans, sensory and social communication methods, risk management strategies, and hygiene guidelines. Plus, get practical templates for assessments, documentation, family updates, and quick intervention sessions ready to use right away.
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Develop skills
- Plan OT dog sessions: craft 45–50 minute, goal-driven therapy routines.
- Harness a therapy dog to enhance attention, regulation, and social communication.
- Implement safety, hygiene, and risk protocols in canine-assisted OT practice.
- Evaluate ASD clients for dog-assisted OT with practical tools and SMART goals.
- Document outcomes and guide families on safe, effective dog interaction at home.
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