The DOGtor is in: Developing a Therapy Dog Program for College Clinicians
Delve into the multifaceted world of animal-assisted activities. Led by a seasoned professional and emerging scholar within the niche field of canine-assisted therapy in college counseling, attendees will embark on a transformative journey to equip them with the foundational knowledge and practical insights needed to establish successful programs on their campuses.
The workshop begins with exploring correct terminology, ensuring participants understand the distinctions between emotional support animals, service animals, therapy dogs, and animal-assisted interventions. This foundational und...Read moreerstanding sets the stage for informed and effective practice.
As the session progresses, attendees will gain invaluable insight into establishing evidence-supported programs tailored to their specific campus contexts. Through interactive discussions and case studies, participants will learn best practices for program development, including effective planning, implementation, and evaluation strategies.
Moreover, the workshop will address considerations for inclusivity and cultural factors inherent in animal-assisted activities. Participants will explore how to create programs that are accessible and sensitive to the diverse needs and backgrounds of students, fostering an environment of inclusivity and cultural competence.
By the conclusion of the workshop, attendees will emerge with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to embark on their journey in implementing impactful therapy dog programs that enhance student well-being and promote a culture of inclusivity on college campuses. Less...
Learning Objectives
- Use correct terminology as it pertains to emotional support animal, service animal, therapy dog, and animal-assisted intervention.
- Review the common misconceptions and assumptions made regarding animal assisted activities.
- Briefly review the history and data pertaining to therapy dogs on college campuses.
- Offer considerations for starting an animal assisted activities program on your campus including defining a scope, and developing policies with your leadership, university administration, and legal teams.
- List factors of inclusivity, culture, and diversity with animal assisted activities that might impact clinical and outreach work.
Target Audience
Learning Levels
- All Levels
Friday, May 17, 2024
12:00 PM EDT - 02:00 PM EDT
About the speaker
EMILY BARNUM, PH.D., ABPP
Agenda
12:00pm – Introduction
12:10 pm – Definitions and Terminology
12:30 pm – History and Research on Therapy Dogs
12:45 pm – Therapy Dogs on College Campuses
1:00 pm – Considerations for Creating a Therapy Dog Program
1:15 pm – Therapy Dog Training
1:30 pm – Therapy Dog work in Clinical Practice
1:45 pm – Summary and Questions
CE Information - Earn 2 CE Credit Hours
CE Approvals
American Psychological Association
New York Education Department's State Board for Social Work
New York Education Department for Licensed Mental Health Counselors
New York State Education Department's State Board for Psychology
New York Education Department's State Board for Marriage and Family Therapy
CE Process Info
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Disclosure
The presenter has no relevant financial relationships or commercial interests to disclose that conflict with this activity.Sponsors
The event is funded by the Community Provider Partnership and Professional Development Grant awarded to Monmouth University from the Office of the Secretary of Higher Education for the State of New Jersey.