AAAIP Theory and Practice 2023 Conference Recordings

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Sessions from the 2023 Theory and Practice Conference are available for purchase in the following bundles:

 

AAI with Special Populations: 3 recorded sessions on AAI in medical, collegiate, and correctional settings.

C-AAIS CEUs: 1.5 

$31.05 for Members/$55.89 for non-members

  • SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS WHEN WORKING WITH INCARCERATED YOUTHS
    Learn about considerations when choosing a therapy animal and developing programs to fit youths’ needs as well as possible obstacles faced in the juvenile justice system. Presented by Chrissy Richardson, Program Coordinator & Kelly Lewis, Therapy Dog Handler and Humane Educator, Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice.

  • AAIS ON A COLLEGE CAMPUS TO IMPROVE WELLNESS
    Learn about Northern Michigan University’s “Wildpups” embedded AAI program. Study results revealed a significant decrease in blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, perceived stress, and perceived anxiety among participants. Presented by Dr. Michelle Andriacchi, Dr. Anne Stein, Dr. Casey Hopper, Dr. Rachel Nye, and Dr. Katie Taylor.

  • IMPLEMENTING STANDARDS FOR YOUR HOSPITAL’S AAI PROGRAM
    Learn why standards are critical to the success of your AAI program, and the safety of your patients and staff, and how to successfully implement them. Presented by Diane Pekarek, CAIS, C-AAIS.

 

Applied Tools for AAI Practice: 5 recorded sessions that address AAI program development.

C-AAIS CEUs: 2.5 

$51.75 for Members/$93.29 for non-members

  • THINKING OUTSIDE OF THE DOGHOUSE: CREATING AAI INTERVENTIONS
    Through modeling respect for our animal’s interests, as well as building on strengths our animals possess, our clients can be better served. Learn to create fun and beneficial interventions for all involved. Presented by Cyndie Kieffer, Social Worker.

  • EXPLORING THE ROLE OF HANDLER MENTAL HEALTH IN AAI PRESENTED BY SHERRIE ROHDE
    Explore the connection between handler mental health, therapy animal welfare, and the overall quality of AAI and learn strategies to enhance self-care and mitigate burnout, ultimately fostering healthier handler-animal interactions and increasing the effectiveness of your AAI work.

  • THE POWER OF PARTNERING WITH VOLUNTEER THERAPY TEAMS TO OFFER AAI
    Explore a model for AAI implementation that supports the inclusion of community volunteers and their therapy dogs. Recruitment and the steps involved in preparing for sessions, as well as the mutual benefits will be discussed.

  • EXPLORING THE BENEFITS OF VIRTUAL AAI PRESENTED BY MACY BURR
    This presentation will review the literature regarding virtual AAI, a type of Animal-Related-Engagement (ARE) and explain how animals have been incorporated into school-based occupational therapy telehealth to enhance student motivation, self-regulation, and participation in fine motor/visual motor tasks.

  • PROGRAM/SERVICE DESIGN, IMPLEMENTATION, AND EVALUATION
    Learn how to use a logic model to design, implement, and evaluate outcomes of your program focusing on logistics and sustainability.

Researching AAI: 2 recorded sessions available focused on researching AAI.

C-AAIS CEUs: 1 

$28.98 for AAAIP Members/$37.26 for non-members

  • DEVELOPING A PROTOCOL FOR AN AAI STUDY WITH NOVEL PATIENT POPULATIONS
    Learn practical approaches and important considerations for researchers interested in developing, implementing, and evaluating an AAI protocol in a healthcare setting, with special emphasis on novel patient populations or settings that have not historically welcomed AAI. Presented by Meredith Stensland, PhD.

  • REDUCTION OF MENTAL HEALTH TREATMENT STIGMA BY OFFERING AAI
    There is an unfortunate stigma associated with both seeking and receiving mental health treatment. Learn more about a study that strongly suggests AAI reduces feelings of stigma towards mental health treatment. Presented by Nicole Cantoni, PhD, Assistant Professor at Stockton University.

 

Equine AAI Practitioner Responsibilities

C-AAIS CEUs: 0.5

$12.42 for AAAIP Members/$20.70 for non-members

  • EQUINE AAI PRACTITIONER RESPONSIBILITIES
    It can be difficult for practitioners to know what choices to make that benefit participants while consistently enhancing equine wellbeing. Learn five areas of responsibilities for practitioners, accompanied by practical examples.

 

Counseling Kids with Critters

C-AAIS CEUs: 0.5

$12.42 for AAAIP Members/$20.70 for non-members

  • COUNSELING KIDS WITH CRITTERS, BUNNIES, & BEYOND
    Learn how species such as guinea pigs and rabbits can be safely partnered with during AAI sessions. Gain knowledge of which best practices are applied when assessing a small prey animal for therapy work, the training involved, and the expertise needed by the handler to ensure the animal’s welfare.

 

Cat Training 101

C-AAIS CEUs: 0.5

$12.42 for AAAIP Members/$20.70 for non-members

  • CAT TRAINING 101
    Learn the secret to training a few useful behaviors that will improve your communication with your cat, improve your interactions with clients, and make both you and your feline friend's life much easier as you work together.