Animal Therapy Course
This course teaches you to create safe, evidence-based animal therapy sessions within occupational therapy. You will develop clinical reasoning skills, establish clear measurable goals, ensure animal welfare, comply with legal and ethical standards, and build lasting programs that enhance client results and engagement.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
Gain hands-on skills to plan and run secure, research-backed dog-assisted therapy sessions that boost client goals and participation. Master AAT basics, legal ethics, safety protocols, clinical decision-making, handler session planning, record-keeping, and result tracking to effectively establish, assess, and maintain top-tier animal-assisted therapy initiatives.
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Develop skills
- Design AAT goals by turning therapy deficits into 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 therapy measures and detailed case notes.
- Start AAT programs by developing policies, training teams, and sharing outcomes with leaders.
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