Graduate Certificate in Social Aspects of Human Animal Interactions (HAI) (Online)

The unique bond between people and animals is a powerful tool for healing. As a student in this online program, you will study techniques specific to animal-assisted therapy and interventions. This unique certificate program will train you how to safely and ethically integrate companion animals into a variety of treatment settings and create mutually beneficial relationships with animals and the environment. In addition, you will gain the skills to provide grief counseling during the loss of companion animals and to better address the demands facing veterinary professionals and other animal caregivers.

This graduate certificate program requires students to have a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution.