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Feline Psychology

Develop expertise in Module M1 — Feline Psychology Assessment & Client Intake, Module M2 — Feline Psychology Interpretation & Analysis, and Module M3 — Feline Psychology Protocol Design. This comprehensive credential program prepares you to practice as a certified Feline Psychology professional through evidence-based methodologies and practical application.

10 Modules (All Tiers)30 Lessons (All Tiers)8-12 Hours (AFC)6 Credentials AvailableSelf-Paced

What You'll Learn

Upon completion, graduates will be able to:

  • Understand feline ethology, cognition, and emotional processing
  • Assess behavioral issues including aggression, anxiety, and litter avoidance
  • Design behavior modification and environmental enrichment plans
  • Build a practice specializing in feline behavioral consulting

Credential Pathway

6 of 6 tiers available for Feline Psychology

1
AFCAccelerated Foundation Credential
2
MDMini Diploma
3
PPDProfessional Practitioner Diploma
4
APDAdvanced Professional Diploma
5
MPDMaster Professional Diploma
6
FPDFellow Professional Diploma

Complete Curriculum

10 modules · 30 lessons
1

Module M1 — Feline Psychology Assessment & Client Intake

Mastering the First Session: Feline Psychology Evaluation, History, and Screening

3 lessons45-55 min
2

Module M2 — Feline Psychology Interpretation & Analysis

Reading Feline Psychology Results Through a Functional Lens

3 lessons45-55 min
3

Module M3 — Feline Psychology Protocol Design

From Assessment to Personalized Feline Psychology Action Plans

3 lessons45-55 min
4

Module M4 — Feline Psychology: The Core Specialty

Deep-Dive Into Feline Psychology Methodology and Practice

3 lessons45-55 min
5

Module M5 — Feline Psychology Practice Launch

Building a Profitable, Ethical Feline Psychology Practice

3 lessons45-55 min

Career Pathways & Earning Potential

Professional opportunities at each credential level

AFC

Entry-level Feline Psychology practitioner, wellness consultant

$35,000 – $55,000/year

MD

Certified Feline Psychology specialist, group facilitator

$45,000 – $75,000/year

PPD

Senior Feline Psychology practitioner, private practice owner

$60,000 – $95,000/year

APD

Advanced specialist, clinical supervisor, program director

$80,000 – $120,000/year

MPD

Master practitioner, training director, expert consultant

$100,000 – $150,000/year

FPD

Fellow, published authority, keynote speaker, academic faculty

$120,000 – $200,000+/year

Practice Modalities

Private 1:1 coaching & consulting
Group coaching programs
Online courses & digital products
Corporate wellness contracts
Clinical & healthcare settings
Speaking & workshops

Included with Your Credential

Group Coaching Sessions
Peer Community Access
Business Launch Guidance
Client Acquisition Framework

Earnings vary by experience, location, niche specialization, and individual effort. Figures represent typical market ranges for certified practitioners in the United States.

Program Methodology

Primary Framework:
F.E.L.I.N.
Secondary Framework:
C.L.A.W.S.

Progression Path:

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Program Director

Dr. Maria Krista A. Pinol

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

6
Credential Tiers
10
Total Modules
30
Total Lessons
8-12
Hours (AFC)
CollegeCollege of Veterinary Wellness & Animal Sciences
Delivery100% Online
PaceSelf-Paced
Passing Standard70%
AssessmentBoard Examination
Starting at (AFC)$47

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Begin with the AFC Foundation and progress to advanced credentials

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