Our Introduction Day course provides a comprehensive overview of Animal Assisted Interventions (The Elysian Approach) and allows participants to explore and experience a taster of its benefits.
This Introduction Day is a pre-requisite to the other courses Elysian provides.
AAI Diploma Programme
Our pioneering Level 5 Animal Assisted Intervention (AAI) Diploma Programme offers a comprehensive pathway for individuals seeking to become competent practitioners in this rapidly growing field. Giving participants the opportunity to integrating the therapeutic benefits of AAI into your professional practices.
Introduction Day to Animal Assisted Intervention
Introduction to AAI
Animal Assisted Intervention (AAI) is becoming increasingly popular across the UK and worldwide as we are recognising the positive impact regular animal interaction has on our overall well-being and emotional resilience to navigate the challenges of our day to day lives.
Who is the Course for?
The course is for anyone who wishes to learn more about Animal Assisted Interventions. Animal Assisted Interventions adds creative and innovative ways to support those around us and those we work with professionally. If you are passionate about animals, and passionate about exploring different ways to support people, then this is the ideal combination of your passions. The course is suitable for anyone over 18, who loves animals. This course is also the Introduction course which is a pre-requisite to the other courses Elysian provide.
What will you learn?
The course will be held at an Animal Assisted Therapy farm, and participants will experience each of the animals as part of learning the benefits they serve in various interventions with children and adults with different needs. This introductory course allows participants to explore and experience a taster of its benefits, while also learning about the history, research and theory that underpins AAI.
You will have an opportunity to partake in a few therapeutic experiential exercises with animals, including equines on the farm.
CFI Level 5 Diploma in Animal Assisted Intervention
INTRODUCTION TO ANIMAL ASSISTED INTERVENTIONS
Are you passionate about animals and interested in integrating their therapeutic benefits into your professional practice? Our Animal Assisted Intervention (AAI) Diploma Programme offers a comprehensive pathway for individuals seeking to become competent practitioners in this rapidly growing field.
Comprehensive Curriculum: Our programme covers a wide range of topics, from the foundational principles of AAI to advance skills in working with different client groups and trauma.
Experientials Learning: You’ll have the opportunity to participate in hands-on exercises and activities with various animals, allowing you to experience the therapeutic benefits first hand.
Expert Guidance: Our experienced facilitators are dedicated to supporting your learning journey every step of the way, providing personalised feedback and mentorship.
Flexible Learning: With a combination of on-site training, virtual components, and individual tutor meeting, our programme offers flexibility to accommodate your schedule and learning preferences.