Upcoming Events

AAAIP hosts monthly events that are free to members. Non-members can register for the events for $19 each if you have a login which you can create here. Recordings of all events are made available to registrants once they are completed. 

  

*Note that the topics covered on this calendar are subject to change based on ongoing member feedback.

 

 

  

 

  
Jul 16, 2025  

Training a Puppy for Therapy Animal Work

3-4 pm ET / 12-1 pm PT

 

Join Diane Pekarek (CAIS, C-AAIS, CPDT-KA), who oversees the AAI programs at University Hospitals, Cleveland Medical Center, for an insightful session on training puppies for therapy animal work. Diane has pioneered a groundbreaking puppy class within the children’s hospital, designed to help future therapy dogs acclimate to the sights, sounds, smells—and most importantly, the emotions—of a hospital environment in a positive and gentle way. This class focuses on building confidence through games, positive associations, love, and, of course, tasty treats—without any direct patient contact.

In this session, Diane will share her findings and offer practical tips for training young dogs in your own workplace or setting. - Register Here
Aug 19, 2025  

Preparing Your Workspace for AAI 

4-5 pm ET / 1-2 pm PT

 

When bringing a therapy animal into your workspace, you need to have carefully planned and prepared the environment to ensure both the therapy animal and the people it serves thrive.  

  • How is your workspace set up to support the animal?  

  • Do you have designated retreat spaces?  

  • What signage do you need on your doors?  

  • Have you planned for designated areas where the animal can eliminate, and are you equipped with the right cleaning supplies and first aid kits?  

Thoughtful preparation for these factors is essential to meet field standards and create a safe, supportive environment. 

Join us for a session with AAI providers from various professional settings as we discuss these important practical considerations for setting up your workspace for a successful animal-assisted intervention. - Registration Coming Soon!
   

 
    *More 2025 events for September-December to be announced mid-year!  
     

Recorded Events

 

Recordings of past AAAIP events are made available at a discounted price or at no cost to AAAIP members. Recordings are available to non-members for purchase.

 

AAAIP Theory and Practice Conference:

Sessions from the 2023 Theory and Practice Conference are available for purchase in the following bundles. Visit the AAAIP Learning Management System and click on Purchase.

  • AAI with Special Populations: 3 recorded sessions on AAI in medical, collegiate, and correctional settings. 
  • Applied Tools for AAI Practice: 5 recorded sessions that address AAI program development.
  • Researching AAI: 2 recorded sessions available focused on researching AAI. 
  • Individual Sessions on Specific Species:
    • Equine AAI Practitioner Responsibilities
    • Counseling Kids with Critters
    • Cat Training 101

Learn more about these sessions.

 

AAAIP Mini Conferences:

Mini Conference recordings are available to AAAIP members at no cost. Non-members can access the recordings for $29 each. Visit the AAAIP Learning Management System and click on Purchase.

 

 

Visit our YouTube page or Facebook page to view recordings of AAAIP Facebook Live Events.

 

 

Mentoring Circle event recordings are available to AAAIP members here.

 

Event Questions
For questions about AAAIP events, please contact AAAIP.