Canine-Assisted Intervention Specialist Certificate Program, IHAC

01/23/2023

Are you a licensed mental health therapist in the U.S. who sees adolescent clients and utilizes canine interactions?

A research team led by Erin Flynn at the Institute for Human-Animal Connection is looking for mental health practitioners to participate in implementing a brief canine-assisted intervention as part of therapy for a current study.

Find more information here and participate in important research in the field: https://redcap.du.edu/surveys/
Use code: JNWHKD7CK

02/02/2022

“What I have loved is the diversity of the student body and the incredibly rich, brave, and honest contributions of each participant. I also love that students routinely share how impactful the course has been in their relationships with their dogs.” Read this new web article to learn more about the CAIS program!

The Canine-Assisted Intervention Specialist (CAIS) Certificate is one of the newest offerings in the IHACPro professional development suite of programs, and it has quickly become very popular! Professor Philip Tedeschi spoke with us about why this program is so beneficial. “It seems to me that the biggest benefit offered to students who participate fully in the CAIS program is the ability to both understand and more accurately communicate with dogs...Dogs are involved these days in increasingly complicated and wide range of complex settings. The geographical diversity and professional interdisciplinary nature of our students offers a vibrant learning environment,” shared Tedeschi.

Read more about this online, internationally-accessible certificate program! https://socialwork.du.edu/humananimalconnection/news/closer-look-canine-assisted-intervention-specialist-certificate

07/26/2021

Last cohort of 2021 starts next Thursday! Message us today if you want to learn more :)

If you have experience working with dogs in animal-assisted interventions, this is the perfect opportunity to elevate your understanding of and practical skills with dogs! 🐾 The Canine-Assisted Intervention Specialist certificate program is an advanced 7-month online education offering. Students earn 21 CEUs and will graduate the program with a deeper connection with their canine partner. The program starts next Thursday 8/5, so reach out today if you want more details!

https://socialwork.du.edu/humananimalconnection/education-certificates/canine-assisted-intervention-specialist-certificate

07/01/2021

Only 4 SPOTS left in the CAIS program beginning August 5th! Next opportunity to advance your knowledge of canines in AAI will be in January 2022. Sign up for the info session on July 8th to learn more with Philip Tedeschi and Jen Pearson! https://udenver.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZckfuyrrDsvHdRIPMBlAA9EN92IYTi3Y1MX

Curious about IHAC's online certificates?! Join our three virtual information sessions this month to meet course instructors and learn details about each program. All sessions take place 5:30pm - 6:30pm Mountain Daylight Time. Register using the links below:

July 8th: Canine-Assisted Intervention Specialist Certificate (https://udenver.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZckfuyrrDsvHdRIPMBlAA9EN92IYTi3Y1MX)

July 13th: Humane Education Practitioner Certificate (https://udenver.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcqfuqtpj0oEt1v8dTRkTrST7j62Zvtaqyh)

July 22nd: Animals and Human Health Certificate (https://udenver.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZArf-2orzosGNHJXq3yi8t9Mh1kWRP4PsBg)

Scheduling conflict? Register and we'll send out a recording of the session within 24 hours of event. Go to our website to learn more!

05/07/2021

What do you think?! Can telehealth canine-assisted interventions reduce stress for clients? This study suggests it's not as effective, but we want to hear from you!

Virtual and remote sessions do not deliver stress-relieving benefits.

11/24/2020

Check out the newest limited edition merchandise by The Institute for Human-Animal Connection! All proceeds benefit our organization and help us spread the word about human-animal-environment interactions. 🌎🐾❤️

10/22/2020

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10/08/2020

Important considerations for cities with breed-specific legislation.

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10/05/2020

Do you really know how to advocate for your dog? When you bring your dog into a work or volunteer setting, you need to have the knowledge and skills to understand how your dog is doing in the moment and what can create the best experience for them. Our Canine-Assisted Intervention Specialist Certificate Program, IHAC certification aims to educate professionals and volunteers so that your clients, your dog, and you can have a good, well intentioned experience and benefit from the human-canine bond. 🐾 Learn more about our CAIS certificate, starting in January, here: https://socialwork.du.edu/humananimalconnection/education-certificates/canine-assisted-intervention-specialist-certificate

09/15/2020

Join us virtually tonight at 5 pm Mountain Time to meet the CAIS instructors and learn all the details about the Canine-Assisted Intervention Specialist Certificate! Our next cohort starts in January 2021.

IHAC is hosting an information session about the Canine-Assisted Intervention Specialist Certificate program starting in January 2021. Come meet the instructors, learn about what this certificate will cover and how it can help you advance your career! If you have any specific questions, please reach...