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.
So You Want to Take Your Dog to Work?
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.
AAI Specialist Certification Q&A
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.
Market with Meaning — Grow the Reach of Therapy Animal Programs
Fresh off her TEDx talk on the power of therapy animals, AAAIP member Pamela Pearson is bringing her storytelling skills and strategic marketing expertise to the AAAIP community. With an impressive background as a corporate executive—including roles as CEO and VP of Marketing for mission-driven organizations—Pamela blends her professional experience with a deep passion for animal-assisted interventions.
In this session, she’ll share practical tips and insights on how to effectively market and grow therapy animal programs. Whether you’re working in hospitals, universities, or recovery centers, Pamela will help you hone your message, amplify your impact, and advocate for the funding and visibility these programs deserve.
AAAIP members: No cost | Non-members: $19
AAAIP Therapy Animal Impact: 2025
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
Past AAAIP Events
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.