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Pet Partners Team Training Course (Home Study)

Pet Partners Training Manual Although we highly recommend taking the Voulnteer Training Course, home study is another option. This home-study course prepares you to start visiting. Successful completion of this course satisfies the handler training requirement for the Pet Partners Program.

The course includes a student guide with suggestions for activities that will help handlers learn the necessary skills and registration materials.

Topics include:

  • Selecting and preparing animals for visits.
  • Identifying and decreasing stress in animals.
  • Animal health and safety.
  • Special needs of client groups.
  • Interacting with special people.
  • Facility health and safety codes.
  • Patient confidentiality.

You may order the Home Study course from Michelle Cohen, Therapy Dog Training Instructor. The cost is $35.00.


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