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Bachelor of Science in Animal Assisted Therapy

Bachelor of Science in Animal Assisted Therapy

$4,500.00

The Bachelor of Science in Animal Assisted Therapy program is designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience necessary to become qualified animal-assisted therapy professionals. This program combines academic coursework with hands-on training in animal-human interaction, therapeutic techniques, and ethical considerations. Graduates will be prepared to work in various settings, including healthcare facilities, schools, rehabilitation centers, and community organizations.

 

Curriculum Outline

 

Year 1: Foundation Year

  • Semester 1
    • Introduction to Animal Assisted Therapy
    • Animal Behavior and Psychology
    • Animal Care and Handling
    • Human Anatomy and Physiology
    • Communication and Interpersonal Skills
  • Semester 2
    • Animal Health and Welfare
    • Therapeutic Communication
    • Introduction to Counseling
    • Ethical Considerations in Animal Assisted Therapy
    • Research Methods

Year 2: Intermediate Year

  • Semester 1
    • Group Dynamics and Facilitation
    • Therapeutic Riding and Equine-Assisted Therapy
    • Canine-Assisted Therapy Techniques
    • Crisis Intervention
    • Assessment and Evaluation in Animal Assisted Therapy
  • Semester 2
    • Advanced Animal Behavior
    • Therapeutic Play and Activities
    • Animal-Assisted Therapy in Healthcare
    • Research Methods (Advanced)
    • Internship Placement (Start)

Year 3: Senior Year

  • Semester 1
    • Animal-Assisted Therapy in Education
    • Animal-Assisted Therapy in Rehabilitation
    • Program Development and Management
    • Capstone Project (Start)
  • Semester 2
    • Capstone Project (Completion)
    • Internship Placement (Completion)
    • Ethics and Professional Practice
    • Elective (e.g., Animal-Assisted Therapy for Trauma, Animal-Assisted Therapy for Children)

Course Access

You'll be added to this within 24 to 48hrs after purchase. Please make sure you put a working email address as your login will be emailed to you. 

Program Duration and Study Hours

Duration: 3 Years

All online courses must be completed within the allotted time

If you have not completed your course within allotted time, we reserve the right to restrict access to your course.

For questions regarding this policy, please contact us

Accreditation Status

This course is not currently accredited

Future Plans for Accreditation Status

Yes, though this program is not fully accredited we do have future plans to apply for accreditation for this program.

Awards

Associate degree Diploma of Completion 

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