AccrediPro University
Animal-Assisted Therapy
Develop expertise in Module M1 — Animal-Assisted Therapy Assessment & Client Intake, Module M2 — Animal-Assisted Therapy Interpretation & Analysis, and Module M3 — Animal-Assisted Therapy Protocol Design. This comprehensive credential program prepares you to practice as a certified Animal-Assisted Therapy professional through evidence-based methodologies and practical application.
What You'll Learn
Upon completion, graduates will be able to:
- Explore the art and science of animal-assisted therapy
- Add a unique modality to an existing wellness toolkit
- Deepen personal practice before considering professional application
- Connect with a community of like-minded practitioners
Credential Pathway
6 of 6 tiers available for Animal-Assisted Therapy
Complete Curriculum
37 modules · 134 lessonsModule M1 — Animal-Assisted Therapy Assessment & Client Intake
Mastering the First Session: Animal-Assisted Therapy Evaluation, History, and Screening
Module M2 — Animal-Assisted Therapy Interpretation & Analysis
Reading Animal-Assisted Therapy Results Through a Functional Lens
Module M3 — Animal-Assisted Therapy Protocol Design
From Assessment to Personalized Animal-Assisted Therapy Action Plans
Module M4 — Animal-Assisted Therapy: The Core Specialty
Deep-Dive Into Animal-Assisted Therapy Methodology and Practice
Module M5 — Animal-Assisted Therapy Practice Launch
Building a Profitable, Ethical Animal-Assisted Therapy Practice
Career Pathways & Earning Potential
Professional opportunities at each credential level
Entry-level Animal-Assisted Therapy practitioner, wellness consultant
$35,000 – $55,000/year
Certified Animal-Assisted Therapy specialist, group facilitator
$45,000 – $75,000/year
Senior Animal-Assisted Therapy practitioner, private practice owner
$60,000 – $95,000/year
Advanced specialist, clinical supervisor, program director
$80,000 – $120,000/year
Master practitioner, training director, expert consultant
$100,000 – $150,000/year
Fellow, published authority, keynote speaker, academic faculty
$120,000 – $200,000+/year
Practice Modalities
Included with Your Credential
Earnings vary by experience, location, niche specialization, and individual effort. Figures represent typical market ranges for certified practitioners in the United States.
Program Methodology
Progression Path:
Program Director
Dr. Maria Krista A. Pinol, MD, RN
Medical Director & Lead Clinical Reviewer
As the Lead Medical Reviewer, Dr. Pinol validates the clinical accuracy, diagnostic safety, and physiological frameworks of all medical tracking protocols taught within the curriculum. She oversees interpretation pathways for advanced endocrinology, complex toxicity, and regenerative therapies.
Program Details
Start Your Animal-Assisted Therapy Journey
Begin with the AFC Foundation and progress to advanced credentials
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