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Animal Assisted Therapy Basics

4.9 (18 ratings) 6 enrolled 3h 50m of learning Updated Nov 2026
CertificateOn completion
3h 50mSelf-paced
12 lessonsOn the UISC learning portal
All LevelsNo prior training needed

Course curriculum

1 modules 12 lessons 3h 50m total
01 Animal Assisted Therapy Basics 12 lessons
  1. Module 01: Introduction to Animal Assisted Therapy
  2. Module 02: Types of Therapies with Animals
  3. Module 03: Human-Animal Bond in Animal-Assisted Therapy
  4. Module 04: Selecting and Training Therapy Animals
  5. Module 05: Mental Health and Animal-Assisted Therapy
  6. Module 06: Animal-Assisted Interventions
  7. Module 07: Animals as Physical Assistants in Therapy
  8. Module 08: Children and Animals in Therapy
  9. Module 09: Assessing and Planning Therapy Programs
  10. Module 10: Animal-Assisted Therapy Techniques and Activities
  11. Module 11: Developing Therapeutic Relationships with Animals
  12. Module 12: Animal Welfare and Ethics

About this course

Animal Assisted Therapy Basics Course teaches you everything on the topic thoroughly from scratch so you can achieve a professional certificate for free to showcase your achievement in professional life. This Animal Assisted Therapy Basics Course is a comprehensive, instructor-guided course, designed to provide a detailed understanding of the nature of the related sector and your key roles within it.

To become successful in your profession, you must have a specific set of skills to succeed in today’s competitive world. In this in-depth training course, you will develop the most in-demand skills to kickstart your career, as well as upgrade your existing knowledge & skills.

The training materials of this course are available online for you to learn at your own pace and fast-track your career with ease.

  • Accredited by CPD
  • Instant e-certificate
  • Fully online, interactive course with audio voiceover
  • Self-paced learning and laptop, tablet, smartphone-friendly
  • 24/7 Learning Assistance
  • Discounts on bulk purchases

Who should take the course

Anyone with a knack for learning new skills can take this Animal Assisted Therapy Basics Course. While this comprehensive training is popular for preparing people for job opportunities in the relevant fields, it also helps to advance your career for promotions.

Certification

Once you’ve successfully completed your course, you will immediately be sent a digital certificate. All of our courses are fully accredited, providing you with up-to-date skills and knowledge and helping you to become more competent and effective in your chosen field. Our certifications have no expiry dates, although we do recommend that you renew them every 12 months.

Accreditation

All of our courses, including this Animal Assisted Therapy Basics Course, are fully accredited, providing you with up-to-date skills and knowledge and helping you to become more competent and effective in your chosen field.

Course Curriculum

The detailed curriculum outline of our Animal Assisted Therapy Basics Course is as follows:

Animal Assisted Therapy Basics

  • 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

Your certificate

CPD certificate — download it when you finish

Issued the moment you complete the final module. Every certificate lists the course aims and objectives, anticipated learning outcomes, the quality-assurance process — the elements required for verifiable CPD. Non-registrants can use it as CQC training evidence and for appraisals.

Aims & objectives Learning outcomes Unique certificate number

Learner ratings

4.9

Rated by 18 learners on the UISC learning portal · 6 enrolled

Common questions

Where do I take the course?

On the UISC learning portal. "Enrol now" takes you to this course there, where you pay securely, get your login and study at your own pace. Your certificate is issued there when you finish.

When can I start?

Immediately. Access opens the moment your order is confirmed and you can learn from any device, in any order, as many times as you like.

How is the course assessed?

A short multiple-choice or scenario-based assessment at the end of the course with instant results. You can retake it as many times as you need at no extra cost.

Can I enrol my whole team?

Yes. Organisations can buy multiple places on one invoice and receive a training record for every learner. Contact us for team pricing.

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