AAAIP Events: Connect, Learn, and Grow in AAI

Join professionals like you at AAAIP events, led by AAI experts.

Upcoming AAAIP Events

Explore monthly events designed for professionals bringing therapy animals into real-world settings. AAAIP events are free to Members. Select events have an associated fee listed for Non-members. Non-members can register for events and pay the fee, if applicable, with a free AAAIP Portal Login.

AAI Specialist Certification Q&A

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December 5, 3 p.m. ET/12 p.m. PT

Learn how to earn the only certification for professionals working with therapy animals. Join us for answers, preparation tips, and next steps to boost your credibility and provide safe, effective interventions with the support of animals. 

There is no cost to attend this event.  

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AAAIP Therapy Animal Impact: 2025

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December 9, 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT

As we wrap up the year, we’re taking time to reflect on the heart of our work: the life-changing impact of therapy animals. Join us for an inspiring evening as AAAIP members Theresa Richardson, Elizabeth Worth, and Chrissy Richardson share powerful stories from their 2025 experiences in the field. After each testimony, AAAIP staff will offer practical tools and strategies for capturing these moments through meaningful data collection—empowering you to translate compelling stories into measurable outcomes that drive support and sustain your programs into the new year. 

AAAIP members: No cost | Non-members: $19 

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So You Want to Take Your Dog to Work?

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December 10, 1 p.m. ET/10 a.m. PT

Ever wondered if your dog could be part of your workday? In just 30 minutes, discover how animals can support people in professional settings, and what it takes to make it safe, ethical, and rewarding. You’ll walk away with clear, practical ways to take your first step towards animal-assisted interventions. 

There is no cost to attend this event.

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C-AAIS Candidate Meet Up

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December 11, 3 p.m. ET/12 p.m. PT

Studying for your C-AAIS exam? Connect with fellow candidates who share a passion for this work! During this Zoom session, we’ll use an interactive tool to review key competencies, work through practice questions, and support each other along the way.

There is no cost to attend this event.

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Past AAAIP Events

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Missed an event? You can still access the content to support your work with therapy animals whenever it works for you. AAAIP members get free access to over 20 hours of previously recorded events as well as discounted access to previous conference sessions. Non-members can purchase recordings individually.

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