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  • Webinar

Thinking about becoming an Animal-assisted practitioner?

  • 01:00 pm - 02:00 pm

Have you ever thought about working alongside animals to support the health, wellbeing and quality of life of others?

Whether you’re just starting to explore the field or looking to turn your passion for animals into a professional career, this free webinar will provide an evidence-based introduction to animal-assisted services in Australia.

During this webinar, we’ll explore:
  • What animal-assisted services are and the different ways animals support people.
  • The knowledge, skills and personal attributes needed to work safely and ethically.
  • Choosing the right education, training and professional development.
  • Animal welfare, ethics and the responsibilities of working with animals.
  • Risk management, insurance and legal considerations.
    The importance of evidence-based practice and working within your scope of competence.
  • Professional standards, continuing education and joining a supportive professional community.
Our Guest Speaker for this event will be: Linda Spencer:
Linda holds a BPsych., BA (Hons) Psych. ACM40322 2024 Professional Doctorate Student in Experiential & Creative Arts Therapies- 2nd year of 5 year degree Somatic Experiencing Practitioner RISE UP Supervisor training 2017 Registered as a supervisor and counsellor level 4 with ACA.
She also has undertaken a ACM40322 Certificate IV in animal behaviour & training (multiple species), Fear Free Professional, Multiple courses through the equine psychotherapy institute (foundation, trauma, child & teen), EQUUASOMA 1 & 2, Handler dog certification past therapy dog (2020) with K9Support, currently undergoing a professional doctorate in therapeutic arts practice with a focus on human-canine interaction. Currently work with a behavioural vet and meeting PD requirements for PPG.
  • Free National webinar. All welcome.

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