REHS 4380 Animals in Rehabilitation

This course is an introduction to the human-animal health connection and its therapeutic applications. It is designed for students in a wide variety of fields who wish to further their knowledge and explore career opportunities in this emerging, multi-disciplinary field. Students will examine how contact with animals can enhance human health and wellbeing when incorporated into rehabilitation, health care, social services, psychology, education, physical, occupational and speech therapy, and many more fields. The course will explore conceptual frameworks, research, and practical techniques that will empower students to introduce animals in a variety of milieus. Students will learn to protect the rights of the animal in accordance with nationally endorsed standards of care for the inclusion of animals in therapeutic settings.

Credits

3

Schedule Type

Lecture

Grading Basis

Standard Letter (A-F)

Administrative Unit

School of Rehabilitation Services and Counseling

Offered

As scheduled