Become a Certified Canine Hydrotherapist

You do NOT require prior experience to successfully complete this course. The course caters to people from all walks of life together with national and international students.

The common thread that is the same for all students is they have a deep-set love for dogs and want to be able to make a difference in both the dogs life and that of the owner as well.

There are no prerequisites for this course just a love for dogs and a passion to help them to live happy and healthy lives and a desire to be able to provide quality health care for canines.

Due to current Covid restrictions we are currently running an online solution to the workshop that includes but is not limited to additional lectures, live virtual classes and live virtual workshops, and video assessments.

If there are still government Covid restrictions in place at the time of the scheduled face-to-face workshop we will give you adequate notice and provide a virtual solution that still ensures you are able to satisfactorily complete your certification and at the standard required.

A blended delivery of course content includes online learning modules for delivery of lectures, slides, and reference materials.

Plus live monthly Q & A webinars to answer any questions you have and to meet other students. These webinars are recorded and uploaded into the course content website.

There is also a compulsory 3-day workshop which is a Face to Face hands-on workshop held in Melbourne.

Plus, virtual case studies presented in video format that students are required to evaluate and provide logbooks for as part of the course.

The programs are designed for people who may be working full time, part-time, or not at all.

You can complete the modules at your own pace to help you transition over to a career you'll love.

The only portion of the course that is set are the dates of the face-to-face workshop.

There is one compulsory 3-day workshop delivered in Melbourne. This workshop is an intense practical hands-on practice of canine therapy on real animal patients. Devised to support your theoretical learning & ensure you achieve the necessary skills to competently deliver effective treatment.

Any transport, flights, and accommodation costs are the student's responsibility.

The programs are designed for someone with no prior experience or knowledge of animal studies.

You will be required to learn canine anatomy terminology and in the beginning, this may be very new to you but over time as you see, hear and read the anatomy more your knowledge and understanding will expand.

The lecture material is easy to follow and the live Q&A sessions are also helpful.

Each module builds upon the last, ultimately providing you with everything you need to know to be the best canine therapist you can be.

Each module requires the completion of an online assignment. The majority of these are multiple choice with the exception of the anatomy assignment which requires additional research and the completion of a chart.

The participation and completion of the practical workshop is also a requirement for certification.

The field of canine rehabilitation is growing at a rapid rate. There aren't enough therapists available to treat all the dogs in need.

More and more vets are looking to incorporate rehabilitation into their clinics and are looking for employees so there are many more job opportunities available.

There are also groomers and trainers and even kennels who are also looking to employ students who are Certified Canine Therapists.

Although we don't provide employment guarantees there are plenty of job opportunities available if you look for them. Just as there are business opportunities.

Students are NOT required to provide Case Studies as the Academy provides all the case studies required for students to be able to complete their certification. Full details will be provided during the course.

Due to the nature of the content and the limited places available we offer the standard seven day cooling-off period according to the consumer legal requirements of Victoria, Australia. We do not offer refunds after the cooling-off period. The cooling-off period begins from the day of purchase.

Throughout the program, support is available through a private Facebook Group filled with your peers and course instructors.

The live Q&A sessions throughout the course.

Plus, we also have a dedicated administration team available via email.

You don't need to have a dog of your own to complete the course however it is helpful to have a dog of your own to familiarise yourself with the canine anatomy.

Also, in the event that the live workshop needs to get changed to an online version then you will need access to 1-2 dogs on a specific day(s) to complete the requirements.

The only additional costs are for the recommended Anatomy App (approx US$89) and for transport and accommodation for the live workshop in Melbourne.

The workshop is a compulsory portion of you achieving certification. We schedule the date well in advance and prior to you registering so that you know well in advance when it is.

If there is an emergency and you are unable to make it you can defer to the next course workshop however this may incur a deferment fee and will delay you achieving your certification.

Plus, we can't always guarantee a space will be available in the next workshop as numbers are limited due to space restrictions.