Animal-Assisted Social Work Certificate

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The increased knowledge of the benefits of human-animal interaction has led to greater demand for skilled practitioners who can address the many psychosocial needs of children and adults utilizing animal-assisted interventions. Through specialized instruction, students will be prepared to utilize therapy and crisis response dogs in their professional practice settings to enhance functioning of those they serve. The certificate courses can also be applied to the MSW degree if students later decide to complete the required course requirements.