Introduction to AAS
Language: English
Lecture length: 21 min
This course is a part of the Startup course in AAS
Do you want to learn more about how dogs can contribute to better health, well-being, and quality of life for people? In this lecture, you will get an introduction to what a AAS dog team is, and the unique role dogs can play when meeting people of all ages – from children to older adults living with dementia.
You will gain:
Insights into research showing how contact with dogs can reduce stress, increase joy of life, and improve mental health.
Practical examples of how dogs create motivation, mastery, and a sense of safety in schools, day centers, and healthcare institutions.
An understanding of why dogs can be a valuable resource in treatment, education, and social work.
This lecture is perfect if you are curious about starting your journey toward becoming a therapy dog team, or if you want to learn more about how dogs can be included in work with people.
Discover how your dog can help make a difference in people’s lives!
Common feedback from participants
The lecture is described as useful, inspiring, and easy to understand, providing a strong introduction to animal-assisted services. Participants highlight the good structure, clear explanations, and the good balance between research and practical examples that make the content both credible and engaging. Videos, images, and illustrations bring the learning to life, while small touches of humor and concrete examples from different client groups make it relatable. Many emphasize how well the lecture shows the physical and psychological effects animals can have on us, and how even simple measures can have a big impact across age groups and situations.
Overall, the lecture is described as engaging, professionally solid, and motivating for further learning and practical use of the knowledge.
You have access to the course for 2 years
