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Animal Assisted Therapy
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Price
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£15 inc VAT (was £21)
Offer ends 15 July 2026
Study method
Online, On Demand 
Course format
12 Videos (with subtitles and transcripts)
Duration
3.8 hours · Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
10 CPD hours / points
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Overview

When Sarah felt lost, a golden retriever guided her light. Discover the magic of Animal Assisted Therapy. Dive deep into the healing connection between humans and animals.

Embark on a transformative journey as you delve into the profound relationship between animals and therapeutic practices. Our comprehensive course covers all facets, from the foundational aspects of animal-assisted therapy to detailed techniques and activities. Explore how animals, from dogs to dolphins, aid in mental health, serve as physical assistants, and foster therapeutic bonds. Ensure welfare, ethics, and the creation of effective therapeutic programmes. Don't miss this chance to immerse yourself in a world where animals help heal.

Enrol now and unlock the key to a holistic therapeutic approach!

Learning Outcomes:

After completing this course, you will be able to:

  • Apply diverse techniques in animal-assisted interventions.
  • Foster therapeutic bonds with a range of animals.
  • Ensure the highest standards of animal welfare and ethics.
  • Design effective animal-assisted therapy programmes for diverse populations, including children.
  • Utilise animals in promoting both mental and physical well-being.

Certificates

CPD

10 CPD hours / points
Accredited by CPD Quality Standards

Curriculum

This course contains

Format: 12 Videos (with subtitles and transcripts)

Duration: 3h and 49m

Course media

Description

Delve into the enchanting realm where animals contribute to human well-being. Our course unveils the secrets behind the human-animal therapeutic bond, from selecting the right therapy animals to exploring their role in mental health. Learn the nuances of different therapies, witness the joy of children connecting with animals, and be a vanguard in ensuring animal rights within therapeutic settings. It's not just a course; it's a heartwarming journey of discovery.

Course Curriculum:

This course contains the following curriculum:

  • Module 01: Introduction to Animal Assisted Therapy
  • Module 02: Types of Therapies with Animals
  • Module 03: Human-Animal Bond in Animal-Assisted Therapy
  • Module 04: Selecting and Training Therapy Animals
  • Module 05: Mental Health and Animal-Assisted Therapy
  • Module 06: Animal-Assisted Interventions
  • Module 07: Animals as Physical Assistants in Therapy
  • Module 08: Children and Animals in Therapy
  • Module 09: Assessing and Planning Therapy Programs
  • Module 10: Animal-Assisted Therapy Techniques and Activities
  • Module 11: Developing Therapeutic Relationships with Animals
  • Module 12: Animal Welfare and Ethics

Who is this course for?

  • Therapists eager to integrate animals into their sessions.
  • Veterinary professionals looking to branch into therapeutic services.
  • Mental health professionals keen on holistic treatment methods.
  • Parents or guardians considering therapy options for children.
  • Animal enthusiasts curious about therapeutic potential.

Requirements

No formal entry requirements exist for the Animal Assisted Therapy course, which is open to everyone.

Career path

  • Therapy Animal Trainer (£26,000 - £34,000)
  • Animal-Assisted Activity Coordinator (£27,000 - £35,000)
  • Animal Welfare Officer (£28,000 - £36,000)
  • Programme Developer (£30,000 - £39,000)
  • Researcher in Therapeutic Methods (£31,000 - £40,000).

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This course is advertised on Reed.co.uk by the Course Provider, whose terms and conditions apply. Purchases are made directly from the Course Provider, and as such, content and materials are supplied by the Course Provider directly. Reed is acting as agent and not reseller in relation to this course. Reed's only responsibility is to facilitate your payment for the course. It is your responsibility to review and agree to the Course Provider's terms and conditions and satisfy yourself as to the suitability of the course you intend to purchase. Reed will not have any responsibility for the content of the course and/or associated materials.

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Study method describes the format in which the course will be delivered. At Reed Courses, courses are delivered in a number of ways, including online courses, where the course content can be accessed online remotely, and classroom courses, where courses are delivered in person at a classroom venue.

CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development. If you work in certain professions or for certain companies, your employer may require you to complete a number of CPD hours or points, per year. You can find a range of CPD courses on Reed Courses, many of which can be completed online.

A regulated qualification is delivered by a learning institution which is regulated by a government body. In England, the government body which regulates courses is Ofqual. Ofqual regulated qualifications sit on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), which can help students understand how different qualifications in different fields compare to each other. The framework also helps students to understand what qualifications they need to progress towards a higher learning goal, such as a university degree or equivalent higher education award.

An endorsed course is a skills based course which has been checked over and approved by an independent awarding body. Endorsed courses are not regulated so do not result in a qualification - however, the student can usually purchase a certificate showing the awarding body's logo if they wish. Certain awarding bodies - such as Quality Licence Scheme and TQUK - have developed endorsement schemes as a way to help students select the best skills based courses for them.
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