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Launch Your Animal-Assisted Services Career – Online Basic Theory Course
Ready to make a meaningful impact in the world of Animal-Assisted Services? This comprehensive online course is your gateway to success.
Designed by a team of international experts and researchers in the field, this program equips you with the essential knowledge and skills to excel. Your expert guide, Dr. Aubrey H. Fine, will lead you through the fundamentals of this rewarding profession.
Why Choose This Course?
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Globally Recognized Curriculum: Learn from the best! Our curriculum adheres to the guidelines and standards set by leading organizations like IAHAIO and AAII.
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Flexible Learning: Take the course at your own pace, anytime, anywhere.
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Comprehensive Content: Gain insights into canine communication, human-dog dynamics, training techniques, ethics, and more.
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Bonus Material: Receive the valuable resource, the handbook "Animal-Assisted Support with dogs" as part of your enrolment.
Proven Success: Join countless students, like Lina Olsen, who have transformed her passion for animal-assisted services into a fulfilling career.
– The course gave me the confidence to work with young people facing mental health challenges. I now feel assured in how to adapt my services to meet the needs of my clients. Additionally, I have gained a better understanding of how to ensure my dog's welfare while simultaneously providing higher-quality services.
€299
Previous student
«I’ve used to work in AAA as a volunteer for two years. But this course gave me a nice and needed background – now I KNOW (not just guess...) how a good intervention should look like and how to ensure my dogs’ welfare. It was exciting to wait for the next lesson to be unlocked! I definitely recommend the training!»
Monja Sætervik
«It provides a good and concrete overview of factors related to the dog, the handler, and potential user groups. Great course. I think it is well suited both for those who are completely new to the field and for those who already have a connection to or prior knowledge of it. Something for both groups. The progression through the various chapters flowed well, and I liked the combination of video/audio and text.»
Lill-Ann Kristoffersen
«I found it to be an exciting, informative, and educational course to participate in. I look forward to continuing our training going forward, with more tools at our disposal.»
Anette B. Slinning
«Great course. I warmly recommend this course to all passionate dog owners. I am filled with new insight, inspiration and motivation!»
Nina Sinnes
«So much useful information!! The course is well explained. You don’t have to scratch your head over complicated terms—you can follow along the whole time. Highly recommended, even if you don’t plan to work with a therapy dog. There’s so much valuable knowledge that all dog beginners should know anyway! 👍🐾🐾»
Birte Aaland
«The course has been educational — even if you’ve had a dog for several years, there’s always something new to learn.»
What You'll Gain:
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In-depth Understanding: Explore the science behind the human-animal bond and its positive impact on health and well-being.
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Practical Skills: Develop the expertise to design and implement effective animal-assisted support programs.
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Ethical Foundation: Learn to prioritize the welfare of both humans and animals in your practice.
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Professional Recognition: Earn a diploma upon completion, demonstrating your commitment to excellence.
Ready to Get Started?
Enrol today and unlock a world of opportunities in Animal-Assisted Services!
For any questions, contact us at post@icofa-community.com.
€299
Handbook
The handbook is included in the course.
Value €35.00
A comprehensive book and foundational text crafted by leading experts in the field. This revised edition, born from the collaboration of various specialists, is an updated version of 'Animal Assisted Activities with Dogs: Guidelines for Basic Requirements & Knowledge,' initially published in 2016.