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Become a certified Therapy Dog Team using the H.E.A.R.T method
The H.E.a.r.t method™
Therapy Dogs NSW: The H.E.A.R.T Method™ Explained
Our unique, evidence-based approach to therapy dog team training:
H – Human–Animal Connection
Building trust, attunement, and partnership.
E – Emotional Regulation & Calm Handling
Teaching handlers grounding, pacing, and calm communication.
A – Animal-Centred Learning
Positive reinforcement, choice-based training, and welfare-first.
R – Relationship-Based Communication
Reading body language, responding ethically, fostering safety.
T – Trauma-Informed Teamwork
Understanding boundaries, consent, and safe therapeutic interactions.
This becomes your professional identity as a therapy dog team.
Our courses adhere to the Code of Conduct and Ethics established by Animal Therapies Limited Australia, as well as its Standards of Practice.
Is Your Dog suitable?
Is Your Dog Suitable FOr THerapy Dog Work?
Your dog may be a great fit if they are:
- Calm, gentle, and social
- Comfortable with new people
- Able to relax in unfamiliar places
- Approachable and happy to be touched
- Non-reactive to other dogs
- Eager to work with you
Unsure?
Take our free Therapy Dog Team Suitability Quiz for instant results.
Step 1 – Suitability Screening
Take our free quiz or book a quick call.
Step 2 – Choose Your Course
Blended or face-to-face, we offer hands-on skills, structured learning, and expert guidance.
Step 3 – Guided Practice
You apply your training with support and feedback.
Step 4 – Assessment
Conducted by a qualified assessor.
Step 5 – Certification & Support
Receive ongoing support & guidance for integrating your dog into professional practice.
blended (Online and face to face) Course
PROFESSIONAL THERAPY DOG TEAM training and accredition Course
PROFESSIONAL THERAPY DOG TEAM training and accredition Course
PROFESSIONAL THERAPY DOG TEAM training and accredition Course
Blended Online and face to face training course utilising Moodle
6-month course, 7 units
Includes:
Zoom question/answer/training sessions
face-to-face certification in Tamworth or Castle Hill
Online Course : $1300.00 + GST
Assessment and Certification - $699.00 + GST
Total Cost: $1999.00 + GST
I f you are interested or have any questions, please contact me on 0458420455.
PROFESSIONAL SCHOOL SUPPORT DOG COURSE
PROFESSIONAL THERAPY DOG TEAM training and accredition Course
PROFESSIONAL THERAPY DOG TEAM training and accredition Course
Blended Online and face to face training course utilising Moodle
6-month course, 7 units
Includes:
Zoom question/answer/training sessions
face-to-face certification in Tamworth or Castle Hill
Online Course : $1300.00 + GST
Assessment and Certification - $699.00 + GST
Total Cost: $1999.00 + GST
This course is specifically designed for school teachers, school psychologists, school counsellors, school social workers and all school professionals who would like to train and work with their own dog and certify as a Canine Assisted Therapy team supporting school students and staff.
RECOGNISED PRIOR LEARNING CERTIFICATION SHORT COURSE
PROFESSIONAL THERAPY DOG TEAM training and accredition Course
RECOGNISED PRIOR LEARNING CERTIFICATION SHORT COURSE
Cost: $1400.00
Initial Assessment + Short Course- 699.00+ GST
Certification Weekend - 699.00 = GST
Details
Do you have recognised prior learning in Canine Assisted Therapy and want to be a certified Canine Assisted Therapy Team? If so we have a course for you !
You will need to complete an online assessment and provide proof of study or experience in the field of Canine Assisted Therapy to attend our assessment and certification course.
1day Course.
Face to face Courses
4 Day Tamworth Intensive Course - Professional Therapy Dog Team Accreditation
4 Day Tamworth Intensive Course - Professional Therapy Dog Team Accreditation
4 Day Tamworth Intensive Course - Professional Therapy Dog Team Accreditation
Cost: $1799.00 + GST
Our Professional Therapy Dog Team course is created for Social Workers, Psychologists, Counsellors, Doctors and other professionals who would like to train and work with their dogs and certify as a Canine Assisted Therapy team supporting their clients.
REcertification
4 Day Tamworth Intensive Course - Professional Therapy Dog Team Accreditation
4 Day Tamworth Intensive Course - Professional Therapy Dog Team Accreditation
Cost: $190.00 + GST
Re-certification is designed to ensure that you and your dog continue to grow together as a team.
Re-certification is available face to face or via zoom for current Therapy Dogs NSW certified teams.
THERAPY DOG RETREAT
4 Day Tamworth Intensive Course - Professional Therapy Dog Team Accreditation
THERAPY DOG RETREAT
Tamworth Based Training
Cost: $990.00 + GST
Castle Hill-based Training
Cost: $1190.00 + GST
Over two days we will provide fun bonding activities for you and your dog, opportunities to develop new dog training skills as well as professional development in the form of fishbowl workshopping of case studies and developing networks for peer support.
