Dreamcatcher™ is one of the leading organizations in Animal Assisted Therapy in Canada and is proud to teach others to the highest global standards in the growing field of Animal Assisted Interventions. 
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​Dreamcatcher™ Animal Assisted Wellness Academy officially became a separate entity in 2016, although it has formally offered its services since 2005 and has been offering certification in Animal Assisted Interventions on a global scale since 2014. This includes the development of AAT courses, college diplomas, internships, workshops, seminars, certification for professionals and the training and certification for therapy animals.

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Introduction to Animal Assisted Therapy Webinar

Get a general overview of the ways people can partner with animals to help others, gain information about qualifications needed, where to get training and how to start! Click here to purchase our 'Intro to AAI Webinar'

Professional Training

Learn how to ethically and effectively integrate animals into your helping profession! 
Click here for the Certification Steps in Animal Assisted Wellness and Therapy
Click here for more information on the Certification in Animal Assisted Interventions 
Special Notice
Dreamcatcher™ does not provide animal assisted services training to anyone who will be:

• Practicing Animal Assisted Interventions in a farm animal setting within a 50km radius of the Dreamcatcher™ facility
• Practicing equine facilitated work in the same manner as Dreamcatcher™ within a 50 km radius of Dreamcatcher™.

​This includes but is not limited to: individual therapy, group therapy, skill building, team building, specialized camps and retreats, teaching and training, field trips and other services that are specific to Animal Assisted Services. 

Canine Training​

Are you interested in working alongside your dog to help others? Set you and your dog up for success!
Click here for the Certification in Canine Assisted Interventions Steps
Click here for more information on Canine Evaluation 
Click here for more information on our Canine Training Classes

​You can find more information on the opportunities for education and certification through our academy by looking at the pages under the academy tab.

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Learn more about Animal Assisted Interventions

Terminology and Definitions of AAI -  written by Eileen Bona M.Ed. Registered Psychologist, Dreamcatcher™

AAI Certification Programs -  written by Eileen Bona M.Ed. Registered Psychologist, Dreamcatcher™

Animal Assisted Education (AAE) -  written by Eileen Bona M.Ed. Registered Psychologist, Dreamcatcher™