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Animal Behavior Institute
a c a d e m i c c ata l o g 2 0 2 1 - 2 0 2 2
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Mission
S TAT E M E N T
The Animal Behavior Institute prepares students for careers in animal
behavior by providing outstanding educational programs. We create
a dynamic, collaborative learning environment where students work
closely with both the faculty and each other. Our specialized, inter-
disciplinary curriculum offers each student a personalized educa-
tion, tailored to individual student needs. Each program empha-
sizes practical applications and problem solving. Our educational
approach promotes a greater understanding of animals’ physical
and behavioral needs, strengthening the human-animal bond and
Animal Behavior
promoting the highest levels of animal care and welfare.
Institute, Inc.
4711 Hope Valley Road,
Educational Philosophy Suite 4F-332
Durham, NC 27707
Our educational philosophy is a response to the growing need to combine
information across disciplines. We address all aspects of learning: intellectual, 866.755.0448
experiential and applied. Consequently, our students develop the knowledge Fax: 866.351.6911
and skill sets needed for success in a very competitive work environment.
support@animaledu.com
Through coursework, assignments and field experience, they will learn to find
and evaluate relevant information, communicate effectively, collaborate with www.animaledu.com
others and become active problem solvers.
Location and Contact Information
Our administration offices are located in Durham, NC. Our address and contact
information are listed to the right. However, our faculty work from locations across
the United States. All classes are held online, fostering student participation from
around the world.
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TABLE OF
contents
Statement of Disclaimer
The statements in this catalog are for
purposes of information. The Animal
Behavior Institute, Inc. reserves the right
to change any provisions or requirements,
including tuition and fees, at any time within
the student’s term at the institute. Students
must fulfill all prevailing program require-
ments. For updates to the catalog, please
refer to the Animal Behavior Institute
School Policies & Procedures............................................................ 6-15 Programs & Courses......................................................................... 18-50
website at www.animaledu.com.
The Animal Behavior Institute does not Admission, Tuition & Fees................................................................. 6-7 General Requirements.................................................................. 18-19
discriminate in its educational programs,
Admission Requirements.......................................................................7 Overview..........................................................................................19
activities or employment practices based
on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual Applying for Admission..........................................................................7 Certificate Programs.........................................................................19
orientation, disability, age, religion, ancestry, Registration...........................................................................................7 Specialized Certificates....................................................................19
union membership or any other legally Employment Projections...................................................................19
Tuition & Fees........................................................................................7
protected classification. Announcement
of this policy is in accordance with state Textbooks..............................................................................................7 Certificate Requirements..................................................................19
and federal law, including Titles VI and Transfer Credits.....................................................................................7 Multiple Certificates..........................................................................19
VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX
of the Education Amendments of 1972 Grading & Student Status................................................................. 8-9 Certificate Requirements & Descriptions.................................... 20-35
of the United Sections 503 and 504 of
Grading System....................................................................................8 Advanced Canine Training................................................................20
the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age
Discrimination Act of 1975, and the Standards for Satisfactory Progress.......................................................8 Advanced Equine Behavior..............................................................22
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Academic Probation, Suspension & Termination....................................8 Advanced Feline Training..................................................................24
The Animal Behavior Institute is licensed by Student Conduct & Conditions for Dismissal.........................................8 Animal Assisted Interventions...........................................................26
the North Carolina State Board of Commu-
Attendance Requirements & Leaves of Absence....................................8 Animal Training & Enrichment...........................................................28
nity Colleges having met the requirements Canine Sports Training.....................................................................30
of Article 8 of Chapter 115D of the General Graduation Requirements......................................................................9
Statutes of North Carolina. Please note Continuing Education............................................................................9 Exotic Animal Training......................................................................32
that the NC State Board of Community Laboratory Animal Behavior..............................................................34
Colleges is not an accrediting agency. Continuing Education Credits...................................................... 10-11 Service & Therapy Dog Training........................................................36
© Animal Behavior Institute 2021 Student Records..................................................................................11 Wildlife Rehabilitation........................................................................38
September 2021, Volume 17, No.1 Zoo & Aquarium Science..................................................................40
School Calendar..................................................................................13
Specialized Certificates................................................................ 42-46
Financing........................................................................................ 14-15
Canine Training & Behavior...............................................................42
Student Financing............................................................................14 Equine Behavior & Management......................................................44
Fees.................................................................................................14 Feline Training & Behavior.................................................................46
Discounts.........................................................................................14
Course Descriptions & Objectives............................................... 48-57
Employer Payment/Reimbursement.................................................14
Refund Policy.......................................................................................14 Faculty & Staff.................................................................................... 58-65
Faculty............................................................................................ 58-64
Student Grievance Procedures..........................................................15
President..............................................................................................59
Support Services................................................................................ 16-17 Administration......................................................................................64
Academic Support...............................................................................17 Advisory Board.............................................................................. 64-65
Online/Technical Support...................................................................17
Terms & Conditions.................................................................................66
Career Services...................................................................................17
Privacy Policy..................................................................................... 69-70
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admission, TUITION AND FEES
Admission Requirements Registration
The Animal Behavior Institute (ABI) ABI programs are open to all qualified
does not discriminate in its education- students wishing to pursue an educa-
al policies with respect to race, color, tion in the applied animal sciences.
national origin, sex, sexual orientation, Prospective students must be accepted
disability, age, religion, ancestry, union for admission prior to enrolling in any
membership, or any other legally pro- course at ABI. Once you have been
tected classification. accepted, you may register online via
Students must be at least 18 years of your student account. Please note that
age and have a high school diploma or registrations completed after the close
the equivalent. of regular registration will be charged a
$50 non-refundable late registration fee.
Applying for Admission
ABI is open to all students
The requirements for admission to Tuition & Fees
with a high school diploma
ABI are: Tuition is $1,260 (USD) per course.
The total tuition for a certificate pro- (or equivalent) wishing to
1. Submission of evidence that the
applicant has completed high gram, which includes five courses, is pursue an education in
school. Evidence can consist of $6,300. Similarly, the total tuition for applied animal science.
any of the following: a specialized certificate, which includes
three courses, is $3,780. Students
a. T
ranscript showing graduation may elect to take one or more courses
from a public, private, or state Transfer Credits
individually, without completing a
registered home high school. certificate program. Up to six credits may be transferred
b. A certificate of high school to ABI from another accredited educa-
equivalency, such as a General International students are welcome;
tional institution to be used in place
Equivalency Diploma (GED). foreign currency will be valued at the
of a required ABI course. The student
c. T
ranscript showing graduation current exchange rate. Discounts are
must submit a completed Transfer
from a community college or available for military personnel. Qualified
Credit Evaluation form to the registrar
university. military spouses may be eligible for
with an official transcript and a $75.00
d. Student’s signed, notarized attes- external scholarships covering most or
(USD) processing fee per course –
tation of high school graduation or all of their tuition. Additional details are
approval is at the discretion of the
its equivalency, accompanied by available online at www.animaledu.com.
registrar’s office. Additional information
a statement that the Student can- Textbooks are not included in tuition; (course description, syllabus) may be
not obtain evidence of graduation. the average cost for textbooks ranges required in some cases. Please note
from $40-90 per course.
SCHOOL POLICIES
2. Submission of the completed that transfer credits are not accepted
student application. for use in the specialized certificate
Textbooks
programs.
AND PROCEDURES 3. Submission of a completed Student
ABI does not sell textbooks. We provide
Enrollment Agreement. ABI does not provide academic credit
contact information for online book
4. Non-refundable $50 application for prior experience.
vendors but students may purchase
fee payable online via credit or debit books wherever they choose, locally or
card (USD). online. Tuition refunds do not include the
5. Reliable access to the internet. cost of textbooks purchased elsewhere.
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grading A N D S T U D E N T S TAT U S Students interact directly with the faculty each
week via case studies and class discussion.
assigned; there is no make-up work contractual or fiduciary relationships based on extenuating circumstances.
for missed assignments. (such as nondisclosure agreements); These may be arranged in advance with
• Post, transmit, or link to sexually your instructor or academic advisor.
Academic Probation,
explicit material;
Suspension & Termination Graduation Requirements
• Impersonate any person, or falsely
The Animal Behavior Institute pro- Students must receive a minimum
state or otherwise misrepresent your
vides academic assistance to students grade of C (70%) in each course in
affiliation with a person or entity;
through embedded course mechanisms order to use the course towards their
• Post or transmit any advertising,
and direct student-faculty interaction. graduation requirements. Transfer cred-
promotional materials, or other forms
Students that are contemplating with- its are not included in the calculation
of solicitation including chain letters
drawal from a course, or that may fail to of a student’s GPA.
and pyramid schemes;
satisfactorily complete all requirements,
• Intentionally violate any other applicable Certificate Programs
Grading System are encouraged to seek additional help
law or regulation while accessing and Graduation from our traditional certifi-
from their instructor or their academic
Grading Scale using our site; cate programs requires the completion
advisor. Students may retake courses
as necessary to receive a passing grade; • Intentionally post or transmit any file of five courses (15 credits) and a field
A = 90-100% that contains viruses, corrupted files,
we do not put students on academic requirement consisting of 40 hours of
B = 80-89% probation or suspension, nor do we “Trojan Horses,” or any other con- employment or volunteer work at a
terminate students unless they are dis- taminating or destructive features relevant institution approved by the
C = 70-79% that may damage someone else’s
missed due to inappropriate conduct. student’s academic advisor.
D = 60-69% computer.
Student Conduct and Specialized Certificates
You agree to indemnify ABI and hold
F = less than 60% Conditions For Dismissal us harmless from any actions, claims,
We offer three specialized certificates,
ABI promotes active and open discus- Canine Training & Behavior, Equine Be-
proceedings, or liabilities arising out
Standards For Satisfactory sion among our students and faculty. havior Management, and Feline Training
of your violation of these terms and
Progress We simply require that it’s done in a civil & Behavior, that require the successful
conditions. You are responsible for all
and lawful manner - whether it’s posting completion of three courses (9 credits)
Students must achieve a 70% or better statements made and acts that occur
on our discussion boards, participating and a field requirement consisting of 40
overall to pass the course and receive through the use of your user name and
in the Student Café or using our system hours of employment or volunteer work
credit towards a certificate. Each quiz password; please don’t disclose your
to e-mail someone directly. Accordingly, at a relevant institution approved by
must be passed with a minimum score password to anyone. If it has been lost
you agree to use ABI for lawful purposes the student’s academic advisor.
of 80%; however, quizzes may be or stolen, let us know immediately.
only. You may not use or allow others
repeated until this score is achieved. Violating the above provisions is cause Continuing Education
to use your ABI membership to:
Participation in the weekly discussion for immediate dismissal from the school Students may elect to enroll in individ-
is also required and is an essential part • Post or transmit any content that is without a refund. ual courses to fulfill their professional
of every course. Weekly deadlines for abusive, vulgar, obscene, hateful,
Attendance Requirements and continuing education requirements. If a
participation in each discussion are fraudulent, threatening, harassing,
Leaves of Absence student chooses to register for individual
determined by the course instructor; defamatory, or which discloses private
courses, without intending to complete
within these deadlines the participation or personal matters concerning any Students are required to participate in a program and graduate with a certif-
may take place at the convenience of person; the course every week, including the icate, they do not need to complete
the student. Students interact dynami- •P
ost or transmit any material that you timely submission of discussion posts, the Field Requirement.
cally with their professor and each oth- don’t have the right to transmit under exams and other projects as assigned.
er during these weekly sessions. Work law (such as copyrighted material, A leave of absence, or excused absenc-
must be completed within the week trade secrets or securities) or under es from assignments, may be granted
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CONTINUING
E D U C AT I O N C R E D I T S - ALL ABI COURSES ARE 3 CREDITS
boards have limitations on the number tinuing education credits by certified
of hours accepted in certain categories animal behavior consultants.
and/or restrictions of certain methods
of delivery of continuing education.
International Wildlife
Rehabilitation Council
International Accreditors for The Certification Review Board of
Continuing Education And the International Wildlife Rehabilitation
Association of Zoos & Training - Authorized Provider Council has approved the Wildlife
Aquariums - Learning Provider Rehabilitation courses at the Animal
The Animal Behavior Institute is accred-
The Animal Behavior Institute is proud Behavior Institute for use as continuing
ited by the International Accreditors
to be a Learning Partner with the As- education credits for nationally certified
The Animal Behavior Institute for Continuing Education and Training
sociation of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA). wildlife rehabilitators.
is accredited as an authorized (IACET). The Animal Behavior Institute
Our two organizations share a com- complies with the ANSI/IACET Standard, In addition, ABI classes are pre-ap-
provider for the International
mon mission to provide professional, which is recognized internationally as a proved for continuing education credit
Association for Continuing
high quality training. standard of excellence in instructional with numerous other professional as-
Education and Training. sociations and state agencies. Check
Our status as an official AZA Learning practices. As a result of this accredi-
Partner will allow students to use a tation, The Animal Behavior Institute is with your own professional association
ABI provides classes for professional number of ABI courses as electives authorized to issue the IACET CEU. if you will be using our courses for li-
development and continuing education in AZA Professional Development censing or continuing education credit.
IACET criteria are the core of thousands
credits. ABI is not an undergraduate Certificate Programs. of educational programs worldwide. Student Records
or graduate degree granting institution. Acceptance as an authorized provider
However, our classes can be used Certification Council for Student records are permanently re-
recognizes that an institution:
to meet the continuing education Professional Dog Trainers - tained on location; unofficial transcripts
Approved Provider 1. Demonstrates compliance with may be viewed online with your student
requirements of many professional
proven, research-based standards. account. An official transcript may be
associations. The Certification Council for Profes-
2. Is dedicated to high standards for obtained at no cost, via written request.
sional Dog Trainers (CCPDT) has also
American Association of quality in continuing education and
pre-approved the Animal Behavior After the successful completion of each
Veterinary State Boards - training.
Institute for CCPDT Continuing Edu- course, students will receive a course
RACE Provider 3. Awards the IACET CEU, the hallmark
cation Units (CEUs). The CCPDT is an completion certificate, provided that
The Animal Behavior Institute has been for quality in continuing education
international testing and certification they are current in any payment plan.
reviewed and approved by the American and training.
program for professional dog trainers.
For more information on the After graduating, students will receive
Association of Veterinary State Boards’
International IACET CEU contact: their final program certificates via UPS,
Registry of Approved Continuing Edu-
Association of provided their account is paid in full.
cation. (ABI provider number = 238). International Accreditors for
Animal Behavior Duplicate copies of the certificate are
Selected courses meet the requirements Continuing Education & Training
Consultants available at no charge.
for 10 hours of continuing education 21670 Ridgetop Circle
credit for veterinarians and veterinary Select courses are pre-approved Suite 170
technicians in all jurisdictions that rec- by the Education Committee of the Sterling, VA 20166
ognize AAVSB RACE approval. Partici- International Association of Animal Phone: (703) 763-0705
pants should be aware that some Behavior Consultants for use as con- Website: www.iacet.org
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calendar
Fall 2021 Semester
September 6 Financing Application Deadline
September 10 Regular Registration Ends
September 9 - 15 Late Registration Period*
September 16 First Day of Class
September 22 Last Day to Withdraw with a Full Refund
November 3 Last Day to Withdraw from Class
Nov. 22 - 26 Thanksgiving Break
December 1 Last Day of Class
December 2 - 8 Final Exams
December 8 Fall Semester Ends As an online educator, the Animal
Behavior Institute does not require
Winter 2022 Semester attendance at any physical location.
December 27 Financing Application Deadline Students may complete their assign-
December 31 Regular Registration Ends ments at any time during the week
and may elect not to participate on any
January 1 - 5 Late Registration Period*
specific day. Neither students, faculty
January 6 First Day of Class or staff are required to be online or
January 12 Last Day to Withdraw with a Full Refund in attendance if they are observing a
February 23 Last Day to Withdraw from Class religious or secular holiday.
March 16 Last Day of Class Classes are taught on a quarterly basis
March 17 - 23 Final Exams and run for ten weeks, followed by a
March 23 Winter Semester Ends comprehensive final exam. Start dates
for this year’s academic semesters are
Spring 2022 Semester as follows.
March 21 Financing Application Deadline
March 25 Regular Registration Ends Fall Semester - 2021
March 26 - 30 Late Registration Period* Start Date: 9/16/2021
March 31 First Day of Class Last Day to Register: 9/15/2021
April 6 Last Day to Withdraw with a Full Refund Winter Semester - 2022
May 18 Last Day to Withdraw from Class Start Date: 1/6/2022
June 8 Last Day of Class Last Day to Register: 1/5/2022
June 9 - 15 Final Exams
Spring Semester - 2022
June 15 Spring Semester Ends
Start Date: 3/31/2022
Summer 2022 Semester Last Day to Register: 3/30/2022
June 13 Financing Application Deadline
Summer Semester - 2022
June 17 Regular Registration Ends
Start Date: 6/23/2022
June 18 - 22 Late Registration Period* Last Day to Register: 6/22/2022
ABI is open to all students
June 23 First Day of Class
with a high school diploma
(or equivalent) wishing to June 29 Last Day to Withdraw with a Full Refund *Registrations completed after the close of
regular registration will be charged a $50
pursue an education in August 10 Last Day to Withdraw from Class non-refundable late registration fee.
applied animal science. August 31 Last Day of Class
September 1 - 7 Final Exams
September 7 Summer Semester Ends
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financing
R E F U N D S, A N D S T U D E N T G R I E VA N C E S
,
Student Financing Employer Payment/ Refund Policy Student Grievance Procedures
To facilitate budgeting and financial Reimbursement Students who withdraw before class Any student that has a problem or
planning, we offer a number of pay- A number of professions (veterinarian, begins or within seven (7) calendar days grievance with the school should con-
ment plans for qualified students. Our vet technician, nurse, educator, therapist) of the start of class will receive a full tact their professor or the president on
convenient payment plans offer the require annual continuing education refund of all course tuition. The cost of any issue that is not course related. If
Students have used
following: credits for practitioners to stay current books purchased outside ABI is not a resolution is not reached with the
and maintain their license. Many of the refunded, nor are application fees, late faculty member, the student should their ABI education
• Small down payments, as low as
courses at ABI qualify for professional fees or financing charges. Students that then submit a written complaint to the to start their own
$300 per course.
• Interest-free terms. continuing education credit. Further- withdraw after the first full week of class president requesting a written response. businesses in animal
• Financing over as many as 12 more, the knowledge and skills you will receive a prorated refund as follows: Grievances may be directed to: training, husbandry,
months. For example, one course gain through ABI may enable you to and animal assisted
provide additional services to your clients, Date Tuition Refund President
financed over 12 months requires a Animal Behavior Institute, Inc. activities.
monthly payment of only $80. such as a new animal assisted activities
program, enrichment, or animal training. After week 100% of 4711 Hope Valley Road
• Quick and easy application process; 1 begins; course cost Suite 4F-332
there is a non-refundable application Consequently, many employers offer
Before week Durham, NC 27707
fee for processing. tuition payment or reimbursement for 2 begins
their employees. Phone: (866) 755-0448
• Easy refinancing for each semester; Fax: (866) 351-6911
After week 75% of
you can finance a single course or To find out more: 2 begins; course cost
your entire program. If a satisfactory resolution is still
1. A
sk your employer if they have a Before week
International students are welcome; training program or if they reimburse 3 begins not obtained, the student may
foreign currency will be valued at the expenses for career or job skills contact:
After week 50% of
current exchange rate at the time of training. You may need to contact 3 begins; course cost North Carolina Community
payment. Additional payment plans your Human Resources department. Before week
are available. If you have further ques- College System
2. D
etermine what documents are 5 begins
tions, please contact us at financing@ Academic and Student Services
needed to obtain funding up front After week 25% of Office of Proprietary School
animaledu.com or call 866.755.0448.
or reimbursement after the class is 5 begins; course cost Licensing and Services
Fees completed. ABI will gladly furnish Before week 5001 Mail Service Center
course information or other docu- 8 begins Raleigh, NC 27699-5016
If a student elects a payment plan, a
mentation to assist in this process. Phone: (919) 807-7148
one-time processing fee will be added After week No refund or
to the financed amount. There is no 3. If you are using your course work to 8 begins withdrawals Fax: (919) 807-7164
charge for refinancing an existing satisfy continuing education credits,
payment plan. determine whether your certifica-
tion agency already accepts ABI Students withdrawing after the first
Discounts classes. If not, we can assist you week of class will receive a W on their
with the necessary documentation transcript. To withdraw, a student must
ABI provides discounts for veterans
to pursue acceptance. contact the registrar in writing at
and active military personnel. Please
contact the Office of Financial Aid for registrar@animaledu.com.
additional information.
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SUPPORT
SERVICES
academic
S U PP O RT & C A R EER S ERV I CE S
Academic Support
Throughout the semester students have access to their professor via discussion
boards, the Student Café, and direct e-mail. Weekly discussions are posted in
each module on a topic or problem relevant to the week’s content. Students
receive feedback from both the professor and their student colleagues and are
encouraged to ask follow-up questions or continue the dialog directly with their
instructor. Students experiencing academic difficulty may contact their instructor
or academic advisor for additional assistance. Students may also contact individual
faculty members to discuss topics in more detail, ask questions, or explore a prob-
lem or issue arising from their own professional experience.
Online/Technical Support
Our online classroom technology is provided by Moodle, the world’s most popular
course management system. If you experience difficulties, you can contact us
at moodlehelp@animaledu.com or by calling 866-755-0448, Monday to Friday,
9am – 5pm Eastern time.
Career Services
At the end of each course the student will receive an official letter and a certificate
documenting successful completion of the course(s) taken. Once all requirements
are met for full certification, the student will receive an official certificate (with
the state and institutional seals), and a copy of the student’s official transcript.
ABI also provides career assistance, including help with resumes and cover Weekly discussions are
letters. Current students and graduates have access to these resources and posted in each module on a
assistance as long as they remain in good standing with the institution. topic or problem relevant to
the week’s content.
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general REQUIREMENTS
PROGRAMS
& COURSES Program Overview available for courses taken at an
accredited college or university.
Our online programs are unlike any
other distance education program. We currently offer eleven
Students at the Animal Behavior Insti- certificate programs:
tute participate in a highly interactive 1. Advanced Canine Training
online classroom, engaging in regular 2. Advanced Equine Training
dialog with their professors and student
3. Advanced Feline Training
colleagues. Students receive feedback
4. Animal Assisted Therapy
each week, working on both collabo-
rative and individual projects. This allows 5. Animal Training & Enrichment and complete their field requirement
them to achieve a deeper level of under- 6. Canine Sports Training before final certificates can be issued.
standing than they would develop on 7. Exotic Animal Training Once a student has completed all
their own. This collaboration, coupled 8. Laboratory Animal Behavior course requirements, they may take up
with the mentoring each student receives 9. Service & Therapy Dog Training to five years to finish their field hours
from their instructors, ensures that they 10. Wildlife Rehabilitation and submit the relevant paperwork to
receive a very personal education. 11. Zoo & Aquarium Science receive their certificate.
All programs at the Animal Behavior Multiple Certificates
Specialized Certificates
Institute require the completion of both
Specialized certificate programs are Students are welcome to pursue
online classes and a field requirement.
shorter programs ideal for students multiple certificates as they design the
The field requirement consists of
that want to focus on the training and academic program best suited to their
relevant, hands-on experience as an
behavior of a single species. Each unique educational needs. Students
employee, intern or volunteer at an
specialized certificate requires the must meet the credit and field require-
approved institution of your choice.
completion of three courses (9 academ- ments for each certification program.
The number of classes required will
ic credits) covering training, behavior, Each professional certificate requires the
depend upon the type of program
health, nutrition and enrichment; spe- completion of five courses (15 credits);
selected. All certificate and special-
cialized certificates can be completed specialized certificates require three
ized professional certificate programs
in 6-9 months. courses (9 credits). However, there is
require 40 hours of field experience.
some course overlap due to the nature
The Animal Behavior Institute offers We currently offer three specialized of the material. If the same course is
two sets of programs to best meet certificate programs: required for more than one certificate,
your needs: professional certificate 1. Canine Training & Behavior students are required to take the course
programs and specialized certificates. 2. Equine Behavior & Management only once. For example, students
3. Feline Training & Behavior pursuing certification in both Animal
Certificate Programs Assisted Therapy and Animal Training &
Each of our certificate programs Employment Projections Enrichment would take ABI 331 An-
requires the completion of five cours- Please note that all employment pro- imal Behavior only once; the course
es (15 academic credits) designed jections listed in the catalog are taken would be applied to both certificates.
to help students develop a thorough from the U.S. Department of Labor, In this example, students would only
understanding of their chosen field. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational need to take seven courses total to
Certificates typically include a combi- Outlook Handbook, unless otherwise receive dual certification, since ABI 331
nation of required courses along with noted. Animal Behavior, ABI 233 Animal Train-
a choice of program electives; most ing, and ABI 232 The Human-Animal
students complete their classes in less Certificate Requirements Bond could each be applied to both
than a year. Transfer credit is also Students must pay their account in full certificates.
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REQUIREMENTS & DESCRIPTIONS
advanced This certificate offers an innovative, in-
depth study of canine training, building •A
flyball, rally, schutzhund).
ccurately read canine body lan-
You will also choose one elective
from the following:
canine upon the fundamental skills learned in
the Canine Training & Behavior program.
guage to effectively manage safe
dog-dog play groups.
ABI 126 Animal Minds & Emotions
training Students will go far beyond simply de- ABI 238 Therapy Dog Training
• Incorporate cognitive challenges,
signing a training plan. You will learn how ABI 254 Canine Aggression
enrichment and choice into
to incorporate principles of behavioral ABI 284 Building Your Dog
Certificate Program science to identify training goals, and to
your training plan.
Training Business
• Read and critically discuss case
(15 credits) develop and evaluate treatment pro- studies on canine problem behaviors.
grams for dogs. We will tackle difficult Upon graduation, students may begin
• And much, much more!
canine behavioral problems in a variety using the designation CACTP, Certified
of settings and evaluate change across The Advanced Canine Training certificate Advanced Canine Training Professional.
settings and time. You will also analyze requires the completion of the three Many of our graduates start their own
case studies, learn how to manage dog- required classes for the specialized businesses after obtaining their certificate,
dog play interactions, and be introduced certificate program in Canine Training working as independent dog trainers and
to a variety of specialized training and & Behavior plus two additional class- behavioral consultants. Other graduates
canine competition options; students are es for a total of five online courses find work in kennels, animal shelters,
encouraged to share their personal (15 academic credits). Students in the veterinary practices, animal control agen-
training challenges with the class. The canine programs must also complete a cies, service dog institutions, sanctuaries
program will also incorporate material field requirement of 40 hours of hands- or other dog-related organizations. The
on working with clients to maintain ef- on experience as an employee, intern animal care and service industry, which
Many of our graduates start fective behavior change in their dogs, or volunteer at an approved institution includes animal trainers, is expected to
their own businesses after producing long-lasting results. Your of your choice. grow at 15% over the next decade. Op-
obtaining their certificate, education will allow you to: portunities in training have never been
Please note that students in the Ad- greater!
working as independent dog • Develop comprehensive training vanced Canine Training program do not
trainers and behavioral need to complete the field requirement The cost of the certificate program is
goals in a variety of situations.
more than once; the field hours used $6,300 (this does not include the cost
consultants. • Choose effective and ethical
for the Canine Training & Behavior of textbooks, purchased separately).
training tools.
specialized certificate can also be used Tuition assistance is available via military
• Understand breed differences in discounts and interest-free financing.
training contexts. to satisfy the field requirement for the
Advanced Canine Training certificate.
• Know the etiology of common
problem behaviors.
The required courses for this
• Incorporate behavioral science into certificate are:
training and problem solving.
• Objectively measure behavior and ABI 234 Canine Training
behavior change. ABI 271 Canine Behavior &
• Explain and recognize important Enrichment
considerations for specialized training ABI 312 Canine Health & Nutrition
and competition (e.g., agility, disc, ABI 334 Advanced Canine Training
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REQUIREMENTS & DESCRIPTIONS
Advanced The Advanced Equine Training program
provides an innovative, in-depth study
required classes for the specialized cer-
tificate in Equine Behavior & Manage-
facilities, or equestrian centers. The out-
look for professionals in animal care and
Equine of equine training and behavior, building
on the skills learned in the specialized
ment plus two additional classes for a
total of five courses (15 academic cred-
service, which includes equine trainers, is
very positive. Employment in these areas
Training certificate in Equine Behavior & Manage-
ment. Students go far beyond training;
its). There is also a field requirement
consisting of 40 hours of hands-on
is expected to grow 11%over the 2016-
26 decade, faster than the average for
you will learn how to incorporate princi- experience as an employee, intern or all occupations*. Salaries vary greatly
Certificate Program ples of behavioral science to identify volunteer at an institution of your choice. based on the specific field or employer.
(15 credits) training goals and to develop and eval- For example, independent animal train-
The four required courses for
uate training programs. We will tackle the Advanced Equine Training ers may work for $20-50/hour or more.
equine behavioral problems in a variety certificate are: Animal care staff working in other fields
of settings; students are encouraged to may earn considerably less.
share their personal training challenges ABI 127 Equine Minds & Emotions
as well. Additional coursework in man- ABI 237 Equine Behavior The Animal Behavior Institute is the only
agement will help you build a new equine ABI 267 Equine Training institution to offer accredited, online
business or take an existing one to the programs in Equine Training & Behavior.
ABI 317 Equine Health & Nutrition
next level. Our program is unlike any other distance
You will also choose one elective education program. Students at the
Your specialized training will allow for the Advanced Equine Training Animal Behavior Institute participate in
you to: certificate from the following: a highly interactive online classroom,
• Write a behavioral modification plan engaging in regular dialog with their
ABI 222 Animal Enrichment
incorporating the use of a clicker. professors and student colleagues.
ABI 232 The Human-Animal Bond
• Maximize the welfare of horses Students receive feedback each week,
ABI 261 Equine Assisted Activities &
through the development of a low- working on collaborative projects while
Therapies
stress, ongoing training program. training their own animals. This allows
ABI 327 Equine Business Management them to achieve a deeper level of under-
• Prepare horses for professional
showing, including items related to Please note that students in the Ad- standing than they would develop on
transportation, behavior and physical vanced Equine Training program do not their own. This collaboration, coupled
Students go far beyond training; appearance. need to complete the field requirement with the mentoring each student receives
you will learn how to incorpo- • Create a detailed mission statement more than once. The field hours used from their instructors, ensures that they
for your business, establishing your for the Equine Behavior & Management receive a very personal education.
rate principles of behavioral
intent and developing specific, specialized certificate can also be used The cost of the certificate program is
science to identify training goals
measurable goals. to satisfy the field requirement for Ad- $6,300 (this does not include the cost
and to develop and evaluate
• Build a marketing plan to develop vanced Equine Training. of textbooks, purchased separately).
training programs. your business.
Upon graduation, students may begin Tuition assistance is available via military
• Determine the financing needed and using the designation CAETP, Certified discounts and interest-free financing.
how to obtain the necessary funds. Advanced Equine Training Professional.
These outcomes are in addition to Many of our graduates start their own
the goals of the Equine Behavior & businesses after obtaining their certif-
Management program listed here. The icate, working as independent trainers
certificate in Advanced Equine Training and behavioral consultants. Other grad-
requires the completion of the three uates find work at riding stables,training
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REQUIREMENTS & DESCRIPTIONS
advanced The Advanced Feline Training pro-
gram will build upon the skills devel-
Please note that the Animal Behavior
Institute is the only institution of higher
You will also choose one elective
from the following:
feline oped in the specialized certificate in
Feline Training and Behavior. Emphasis
learning to offer specialized programs
tailored to the needs of cat behavior-
ABI 126 Animal Minds & Emotions
training will be on the analysis of real case ists and trainers. ABI 222 Animal Enrichment
studies; students are encouraged to ABI 331 Animal Behavior: An
The Advanced Feline Training certificate
bring their personal training challeng- Evolutionary Approach
Certificate Program es to class as well. You will develop
requires the completion of the three
(15 credits) required classes for the specialized
critical problem-solving skills, working certificate program in Feline Training Upon graduation, students may begin
with owners through the process of & Behavior plus two additional classes using the designation CAFTP, Certified
diagnosis, construction of treatment for a total of five online courses (15 Advanced Feline Training Professional.
plans, and a quantitative approach to academic credits). Students in the feline Many of our graduates start their own
re-evaluation and training adjustments. programs must also complete a field businesses after obtaining their certificate,
Graduates will be well prepared to help requirement of 40 hours of hands-on working as independent cat trainers and
owners implement effective long term experience as an employee, intern or behavioral consultants. Other graduates
solutions. Your training will allow you to: volunteer at an approved institution of find work in kennels, animal shelters,
your choice. veterinary practices, animal control
•A ssess behavioral issues in cats and
agencies, sanctuaries or other cat-re-
create effective treatment plans. Please note that students in the Ad-
lated organizations. The animal care and
• Integrate multiple techniques to vanced Feline Training program do not
service industry, which includes animal
change feline behaviors, including need to complete the field requirement
trainers, is expected to grow at 15% over
training, enrichment and environ- more than once; the field hours used for
the next decade. Opportunities in training
mental management. the Feline Training & Behavior specialized
have never been greater!
• Handle severe cases of ongoing certificate can also be used to satisfy
the field requirement for the Advanced The cost of the certificate program is
Students will develop critical aggression.
Feline Training certificate. $6,300 (this does not include the cost
problem-solving skills, work- • Identify the triggers for problem
of textbooks, purchased separately).
behaviors. The required courses for this
ing with owners through the Tuition assistance is available via military
• Treat multiple behavioral issues that certificate are:
process of diagnosis, con- discounts and interest-free financing.
occur simultaneously.
struction of treatment plans, ABI 235 Feline Training
• Understand cognitive dysfunction
and a quantitative approach and how to address it. ABI 272 Feline Behavior & Enrichment
to re-evaluation and training •E ffectively treat persistent behavioral ABI 313 Feline Health & Nutrition
adjustments. problems and develop extended ABI 335 Advanced Feline Training
treatment plans.
•W ork effectively with owners to de-
velop long term compliance.
•T ailor treatment plans to the family
structure of the owners.
• And much, much more!
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REQUIREMENTS & DESCRIPTIONS
animal Do you want to share your love of an-
imals with others, bringing the unique
ABI 232 The Human-Animal Bond
ABI 233 Animal Training
assisted benefits of human-animal interaction
into the lives of those that need it most? You will also choose one elective
interventions Do you want an education that spans
the breadth of animal assisted interven-
from the following:
ABI 238 Therapy Dog Training
Certificate Program tions, education and activities (AAI/E/A)? ABI 251 Behavior & Training of
(15 credits) Our comprehensive program will give Marine Mammals
you the skills you need to participate
ABI 261 Equine Assisted Activities
in an existing program or to get started
& Therapies
building your own. Our Certificate in
ABI 271 Canine Behavior &
Animal Assisted Interventions will help
Enrichment
you to:
ABI 272 Feline Behavior & Enrichment
• Work with animals in an educational
ABI 331 Animal Behavior: An
or therapeutic setting.
Evolutionary Approach
• Correctly interpret human and
animal body language. Upon graduation, students may begin
• Train dogs and other animals to using the designation CAAIP, Certified
work safely in the AAI environment. Animal Assisted Intervention Profession-
• Build safe & effective programs. al. Many of our graduates start their
• Anticipate and resolve potential own programs after completing their
Therapy and therapy assis-
problems. certificate, working as independent
tant positions are projected contractors. Others may incorporate
• Understand the legal and ethical
to grow much faster than their training into positions as therapists,
issues.
average for the next decade, counselors, teachers, social workers,
• Work with a variety of personality
by over 27%. special education instructors, nurses,
types.
program managers and more. The
• Create animal enrichment programs. outlook for professionals employing
• And much, much more! Animal Assisted Interventions is ex-
The Animal Assisted Interventions cer- tremely positive. Therapy and therapy
tificate requires the completion of five assistant positions are projected to
online courses (15 academic credits) grow much faster than average for the
and a field requirement consisting of next decade, by over 27%. Opportu-
40 hours of hands-on experience as nities in Animal Assisted Interventions
an employee, intern or volunteer at an & Activities have never been greater!
approved institution of your choice The cost of the certificate program is
The required courses for this $6,300 (this does not include the cost
certificate are: of textbooks, purchased separately).
Tuition assistance is available via military
ABI 116 Practical Psychology discounts and interest-free financing.
ABI 211 Animal Assisted
Interventions
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REQUIREMENTS & DESCRIPTIONS
animal Do you dream of a career training wildlife
or domestic animals? Do you want to
You will also choose one elective
from the following:
training & develop the skills to work with nearly
any species in any setting? If so, our ABI 232 The Human-Animal Bond
enrichment Certificate Program in Animal Training ABI 238 Therapy Dog Training
& Enrichment is for you! Our program ABI 251 Behavior & Training of
takes a comprehensive approach to be- Marine Mammals
Certificate Program havioral management, allowing you to: ABI 271 Canine Behavior & Enrichment
(15 credits) ABI 272 Feline Behavior & Enrichment
•U se fundamental & advanced training
techniques. ABI 281 Avian Training
• Solve common behavioral problems.
Upon graduation, students may begin
• Build training plans that really work.
using the designation CATEP, Certified
• Place behaviors on cue. Animal Training & Enrichment Profession-
• Prevent the development of fears al. Many of our graduates start their own
& phobias. businesses after obtaining their certifi-
• Understand animal cognition cate, working as independent animal
& emotions. trainers or behavioral consultants. Other
• Interpret animal body language graduates find work in zoos and aquari-
& vocalizations. ums, the entertainment industry, shelters,
• Create effective enrichment. kennels, veterinary practices, sanctuaries
• Desensitize animals to new stimuli. and other animal-related industries. The
• Eliminate aggression or other field of animal care and service workers,
undesirable behaviors. which includes animal trainers, is expect-
ed to grow at 15% over the next decade.
• And much, much more!
We will help you develop the Opportunities in training have never
Therapy The Animal Training & Enrichment cer-
skills you and
needtherapy assis-
to be effective been greater!
tificate requires the completion of five
tant
in positions
animal areenrichment
training, projected The cost of the certificate program is
online courses (15 academic credits)
and management. than
to grow much faster and a field requirement consisting of
$6,300 (this does not include the cost
average for the next decade, of textbooks, purchased separately).
40 hours of hands-on experience as
by over 27%. Tuition assistance is available via military
an employee, intern or volunteer at an
discounts and interest-free financing.
approved institution of your choice.
The required courses for this
certificate program are:
ABI 126 Animal Minds & Emotions
ABI 222 Animal Enrichment
ABI 233 Animal Training
ABI 331 Animal Behavior: An
Evolutionary Approach
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REQUIREMENTS & DESCRIPTIONS
Canine Canine sports are an increasingly im-
portant component of professional dog
The Canine Sports Training certificate
requires the completion of five online
Sports training. Traditional canine sports, such
as agility and obedience rallies, have
courses (15 academic credits) and a
field requirement consisting of 40 hours
Training experienced explosive growth over the
last two decades; innumerable new
of hands-on experience as an employee,
intern or volunteer at an approved institu-
sports have also arisen. The Canine tion of your choice. Field hours for the
Certificate Program Sports Training program provides you Advanced Canine Training program,
(15 credits) with a thorough knowledge of athletic the Canine Training & Behavior program,
training and conditioning techniques or the Service & Therapy Dog Training
for dogs. You’ll build a fundamental skill program can be used towards this
set used in training a wide array of program as well.
specific canine sports. Sports work can
The required courses for this
be enormously beneficial to dogs; it can
certificate program are:
also provide you with an opportunity to
expand your business beyond obedi- ABI 234 Canine Training
ence training. Our comprehensive ABI 264 Training the Canine Athlete
program will allow you to: ABI 271 Canine Behavior & Enrichment
• Create a multi-step training plan ABI 274 Canine Scent Work
using shaping or chaining to train ABI 312 Canine Health & Nutrition
complex tasks.
• Put canine behavior on cue. Upon graduation, students may begin
•U nderstand canine communication using the designation CCSTP, Certified
and body language to more effectively Canine Sports Training Professional.
train dogs. Many of our graduates start their own
•C reate appropriate diets for athletic businesses after obtaining their cer-
dogs undergoing training. tificate, working as independent dog
The Canine Sports Training •C reate a training schedule to promote trainers and behavioral consultants.
Therapyprovides
and therapy assis- overall health. Other graduates find work in kennels,
program you with a
animal shelters, veterinary practices,
tant positions
thorough are projected
knowledge of athlet- •R ecognize the symptoms of stress
animal control agencies, sanctuaries
to grow much faster than
ic training and conditioning that can lead to injury and how to
or other dog-related organizations.
average forfor
thedogs.
next decade, address them.
techniques The animal care and service industry,
•T rain a dog to recognize specific
by over 27%. which includes dog trainers, is expected
scents and to discriminate between
to grow at 15% over the next decade.
similar scents.
Opportunities in training have never
•C reate a strength and conditioning
been greater!
program for canine athletes.
•B uild multiple behavioral chains for The cost of the certificate program is
use in canine sports. $6,300 (this does not include the cost
•R eliably communicate with dogs over of textbooks, purchased separately).
longer distances. Tuition assistance is available via military
•T rain dogs to work comfortably in discounts and interest-free financing.
novel situations and environments.
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