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Introduction to Animal Assisted Interventions
£180.00 GBP
Taxes included.
Course Overview
Our Introduction to Animal Assisted Interventions (The Elysian Approach) provides an engaging and practical introduction to the world of AAI on one of our farms in Surrey or Hampshire. This accredited one-day course explores how animals can enhance wellbeing, communication, and emotional regulation across a range of therapeutic, educational, and community settings.
Through expert guidance and hands-on experiences, you’ll gain a clear understanding of how Animal-Assisted Interventions work in practice and how they can be tailored to meet individual needs. Whether you’re completely new to AAI or looking to build a strong foundation before progressing to advanced training, this course offers the perfect starting point.
What You’ll Learn
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Understand the core principles of Animal-Assisted Interventions and The Elysian Approach
- Recognise the benefits of AAI for wellbeing, emotional regulation, and communication
- Identify different models and settings where AAI can be safely and effectively applied
- Experience hands-on learning with animals to see AAI principles in action
- Reflect on best practice, ethics, and animal welfare within therapeutic and educational contexts
Who This Course Is For
This course is designed for anyone interested in exploring Animal-Assisted Interventions, including educators, health and social care professionals, therapists, support workers, and wellbeing practitioners. It’s also ideal for organisations looking to introduce AAI to their teams or explore its potential within their service delivery.
This one-day accredited session is a required foundation for several of our advanced AAI training programmes and provides a solid starting point for professional or personal development in the field.
Course Delivery
This course is delivered in person at one of our Elysian sites, with opportunities to experience The Elysian Approach first-hand. We can also bring the training directly to your workplace or team anywhere across the UK or Europe.
To discuss your needs or arrange a bespoke group session, please contact us directly.
Career Paths & Progression
Completing this course can support your progression into roles such as:
- Animal-Assisted Therapist / Practitioner
- Support worker integrating AAI in therapeutic, educational, or community settings
- Wellbeing Coordinator or Officer in organisations incorporating AAI elements
- Project Manager or Lead for AAI initiatives
- Educator or Trainer delivering AAI awareness or wellbeing programmes
It also serves as an essential foundation for those planning to pursue accredited qualifications in Animal-Assisted Interventions or expand their existing professional practice to include AAI principles.
Take the Next Step
Begin your journey into the world of Animal-Assisted Interventions. Enrol in our accredited Introduction Day course and discover how animals can transform the way we connect, communicate, and care.