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Animal Behavior Institute
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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
website at www.animaledu.com.
The Animal Behavior Institute does not Admission, Tuition & Fees................................................................. 6-7
discriminate in its educational programs,
activities or employment practices based
Admission Requirements.......................................................................7
on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual Applying for Admission..........................................................................7
orientation, disability, age, religion, ancestry, Registration...........................................................................................7
union membership or any other legally
Tuition & Fees........................................................................................7
protected classification. Announcement
of this policy is in accordance with state Textbooks..............................................................................................7
and federal law, including Titles VI and Transfer Credits.....................................................................................7
VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX
of the Education Amendments of 1972 Grading & Student Status................................................................. 8-9
of the United Sections 503 and 504 of
the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Grading System....................................................................................8
Discrimination Act of 1975, and the Standards for Satisfactory Progress.......................................................8
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Academic Probation, Suspension & Termination....................................8
The Animal Behavior Institute is licensed by Student Conduct & Conditions for Dismissal.........................................8
the North Carolina State Board of Commu-
Attendance Requirements & Leaves of Absence....................................8
nity Colleges having met the requirements
of Article 8 of Chapter 115D of the General Graduation Requirements......................................................................9
Statutes of North Carolina. Please note Continuing Education............................................................................9
that the NC State Board of Community
Colleges is not an accrediting agency. Continuing Education Credits...................................................... 10-11
© Animal Behavior Institute 2020 Student Records..................................................................................11
September 2020, Volume 16, No.1
School Calendar..................................................................................13
Financing........................................................................................ 14-15
Student Financing............................................................................14
Fees.................................................................................................14
Discounts.........................................................................................14
Employer Payment/Reimbursement.................................................14
Refund Policy.......................................................................................14
Student Grievance Procedures..........................................................15
Support Services................................................................................ 16-17
Academic Support...............................................................................17
Online/Technical Support...................................................................17
Career Services...................................................................................17
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Programs & Courses......................................................................... 18-50
General Requirements.................................................................. 18-19
Overview..........................................................................................19
Certificate Programs.........................................................................19
Specialized Certificates....................................................................19
Employment Projections...................................................................19
Certificate Requirements..................................................................19
Multiple Certificates..........................................................................19
Certificate Requirements & Descriptions.................................... 20-35
Advanced Canine Training................................................................20
Advanced Equine Behavior..............................................................22
Advanced Feline Training..................................................................24
Animal Assisted Therapy..................................................................26
Animal Training & Enrichment...........................................................28
Exotic Animal Training......................................................................30
Laboratory Animal Behavior..............................................................32
Service & Therapy Dog Training........................................................34
Wildlife Rehabilitation........................................................................36
Zoo & Aquarium Science..................................................................38
Specialized Certificates................................................................ 40-44
Canine Training & Behavior...............................................................40
Equine Behavior & Management......................................................42
Feline Training & Behavior.................................................................44
Course Descriptions & Objectives............................................... 46-57
Faculty & Staff.................................................................................... 58-65
Faculty............................................................................................ 58-65
President..............................................................................................59
Administration......................................................................................64
Advisory Board....................................................................................64
Terms & Conditions.................................................................................66
Privacy Policy...........................................................................................68
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SCHOOL POLICIES
AND PROCEDURES
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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 $1,185* (USD) per course.
The total tuition for a certificate program, (or equivalent) wishing to
1. Submission of evidence that the
applicant has completed high which includes five courses, is $5,925 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 $3,555 (*$3,780).
a. Transcript showing graduation Students may elect to take one or more
from a public, private, or state or online. Tuition refunds do not
courses individually, without completing
registered home high school. include the cost of textbooks pur-
a certificate program.
b. A certificate of high school chased elsewhere.
equivalency, such as a General International students are welcome;
foreign currency will be valued at the Transfer Credits
Equivalency Diploma (GED).
c. Transcript showing graduation current exchange rate. Discounts are Up to six credits may be transferred
from a community college or available for military personnel. Qualified to ABI from another accredited educa-
university. military spouses may be eligible for tional institution to be used in place
d. Student’s signed, notarized attes- external scholarships covering most or of a required ABI course. The student
tation of high school graduation or all of their tuition. Additional details are must submit a completed Transfer
its equivalency, accompanied by available online at www.animaledu.com. Credit Evaluation form to the registrar
a statement that the Student can- Textbooks are not included in tuition; with an official transcript and a $75.00
not obtain evidence of graduation. the average cost for textbooks ranges (USD) processing fee per course –
from $40-90 per course. approval is at the discretion of the
2. Submission of the completed
registrar’s office. Additional information
student application. (NOTE: *As of March 1, 2021 course cost will
be $1260.00.) (course description, syllabus) may be
3. Submission of a completed Student required in some cases. Please note
Enrollment Agreement. Textbooks that transfer credits are not accepted
4. Non-refundable $50 application ABI does not sell textbooks. We provide for use in the specialized certificate
fee payable online via credit or debit contact information for online book programs.
card (USD). vendors but students may purchase ABI does not provide academic credit
5. Reliable access to the internet. books wherever they choose, locally for prior experience.
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grading A N D S T U D E N T S TAT U S
assigned; there is no make-up work contractual or fiduciary relationships
for missed assignments. (such as nondisclosure agreements);
• Post, transmit, or link to sexually
Academic Probation,
explicit material;
Suspension & Termination
• Impersonate any person, or falsely
The Animal Behavior Institute pro- state or otherwise misrepresent your
vides academic assistance to students affiliation with a person or entity;
through embedded course mechanisms
• Post or transmit any advertising,
and direct student-faculty interaction.
promotional materials, or other forms
Students that are contemplating with-
of solicitation including chain letters
drawal from a course, or that may fail to
and pyramid schemes;
satisfactorily complete all requirements,
• Intentionally violate any other applicable
Grading System are encouraged to seek additional help
law or regulation while accessing and
from their instructor or their academic
Grading Scale using our site;
advisor. Students may retake courses
as necessary to receive a passing grade; • Intentionally post or transmit any file
A = 90-100% that contains viruses, corrupted files,
we do not put students on academic
B = 80-89% probation or suspension, nor do we “Trojan Horses,” or any other con-
terminate students unless they are dis- taminating or destructive features
C = 70-79% that may damage someone else’s
missed due to inappropriate conduct.
D = 60-69% computer.
Student Conduct and You agree to indemnify ABI and hold
F = less than 60% Conditions For Dismissal us harmless from any actions, claims,
ABI promotes active and open discus- proceedings, or liabilities arising out
Standards For Satisfactory sion among our students and faculty. of your violation of these terms and
Progress We simply require that it’s done in a civil conditions. You are responsible for all
and lawful manner - whether it’s posting statements made and acts that occur
Students must achieve a 70% or better
on our discussion boards, participating through the use of your user name and
overall to pass the course and receive
in the Student Café or using our system password; please don’t disclose your
credit towards a certificate. Each quiz
to e-mail someone directly. Accordingly, password to anyone. If it has been lost
must be passed with a minimum score
you agree to use ABI for lawful purposes or stolen, let us know immediately.
of 80%; however, quizzes may be
only. You may not use or allow others
repeated until this score is achieved. Violating the above provisions is cause
to use your ABI membership to:
Participation in the weekly discussion for immediate dismissal from the school
is also required and is an essential part • Post or transmit any content that is without a refund.
of every course. Weekly deadlines for abusive, vulgar, obscene, hateful,
participation in each discussion are fraudulent, threatening, harassing, Attendance Requirements and
determined by the course instructor; defamatory, or which discloses private Leaves of Absence
within these deadlines the participation or personal matters concerning any Students are required to participate in
may take place at the convenience of person; the course every week, including the
the student. Students interact dynami- •P
ost or transmit any material that you timely submission of discussion posts,
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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Students interact directly with the faculty each
week via case studies and class discussion.
based on extenuating circumstances.
These may be arranged in advance with
your instructor or academic advisor.
Graduation Requirements
Students must receive a minimum
grade of C (70%) in each course in
order to use the course towards their
graduation requirements. Transfer cred-
its are not included in the calculation
of a student’s GPA.
Certificate Programs
Graduation from our traditional certifi-
cate programs requires the completion
of five courses (15 credits) and a field
requirement consisting of 40 hours of
employment or volunteer work at a
relevant institution approved by the
student’s academic advisor.
Specialized Certificates
We offer three specialized certificates,
Canine Training & Behavior, Equine Be-
havior Management, and Feline Training
& Behavior, that require the successful
completion of three courses (9 credits)
and a field requirement consisting of 40
hours of employment or volunteer work
at a relevant institution approved by
the student’s academic advisor.
Continuing Education
Students may elect to enroll in individ-
ual courses to fulfill their professional
continuing education requirements. If a
student chooses to register for individual
courses, without intending to complete
a program and graduate with a certif-
icate, they do not need to complete
the Field Requirement.
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CONTINUING
E D U C AT I O N C R E D I T S
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 Association
for Continuing Education and
Association of Zoos & Training - Authorized Provider
Aquariums - Learning Provider
The Animal Behavior Institute is accred-
The Animal Behavior Institute is proud ited by the International Association
The Animal Behavior Institute to be a Learning Partner with the As- for Continuing Education and Training
is accredited as an authorized sociation of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA). (IACET). The Animal Behavior Institute
provider for the International Our two organizations share a com- complies with the ANSI/IACET Standard,
mon mission to provide professional, which is recognized internationally as a
Association for Continuing
high quality training. standard of excellence in instructional
Education and Training.
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
ABI provides classes for professional number of ABI courses as electives authorized to issue the IACET CEU.
development and continuing education in AZA Professional Development IACET criteria are the core of thousands
credits. ABI is not an undergraduate Certificate Programs. of educational programs worldwide.
or graduate degree granting institution. Acceptance as an authorized provider
However, our classes can be used Certification Council for
recognizes that an institution:
to meet the continuing education Professional Dog Trainers -
Approved Provider 1. Demonstrates compliance with
requirements of many professional
proven, research-based standards.
associations. The Certification Council for Profes-
2. Is dedicated to high standards for
sional Dog Trainers (CCPDT) has also
American Association of quality in continuing education and
pre-approved the Animal Behavior
Veterinary State Boards - training.
Institute for CCPDT Continuing Edu-
RACE Provider 3. Awards the IACET CEU, the hallmark
cation Units (CEUs). The CCPDT is an
The Animal Behavior Institute has been for quality in continuing education
international testing and certification
reviewed and approved by the American and training.
program for professional dog trainers.
Association of Veterinary State Boards’ For more information on the
Registry of Approved Continuing Edu- International IACET CEU contact:
cation. (ABI provider number = 238). Association of International Association for
Selected courses meet the requirements Animal Behavior Continuing Education & Training
for 10 hours of continuing education Consultants 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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Rehabilitation Council
The Certification Review Board of
the International Wildlife Rehabilitation
Council has approved the Wildlife
Rehabilitation courses at the Animal
Behavior Institute for use as continuing
education credits for nationally certified
wildlife rehabilitators.
In addition, ABI classes are pre-ap-
proved for continuing education credit
with numerous other professional as-
sociations and state agencies. Check
with your own professional association
if you will be using our courses for li-
censing or continuing education credit.
Student Records
Student records are permanently re-
tained on location; unofficial transcripts
may be viewed online with your student
account. An official transcript may be
obtained at no cost, via written request.
After the successful completion of each
course, students will receive a course
completion certificate, provided that
they are current in any payment plan.
After graduating, students will receive
their final program certificates via USPS,
provided their account is paid in full.
Duplicate copies of the certificate are
available at no charge.
11calendar
ABI is open to all students
with a high school diploma
(or equivalent) wishing to
pursue an education in
applied animal science.
12Fall 2020 Semester
September 7 Financing Application Deadline
September 9 Regular Registration Ends
September 10 - 16 Late Registration Period*
September 17 First Day of Class
September 23 Last Day to Withdraw with a Full Refund
November 4 Last Day to Withdraw from Class
Nov. 26 - Dec. 2 Thanksgiving Break
December 2 Last Day of Class
December 3 - 9 Final Exams
December 9 Fall Semester Ends As an online educator, the Animal
Behavior Institute does not require
Winter 2021 Semester attendance at any physical location.
December 28 Financing Application Deadline Students may complete their assign-
December 30 Regular Registration Ends ments at any time during the week
and may elect not to participate on any
Dec. 31 - Jan. 6 Late Registration Period*
specific day. Neither students, faculty
January 7 First Day of Class or staff are required to be online or
January 13 Last Day to Withdraw with a Full Refund in attendance if they are observing a
February 24 Last Day to Withdraw from Class religious or secular holiday.
March 17 Last Day of Class Classes are taught on a quarterly basis
March 18 - 24 Final Exams and run for ten weeks, followed by a
March 24 Winter Semester Ends comprehensive final exam. Start dates
for this year’s academic semesters are
Spring 2021 Semester as follows.
March 22 Financing Application Deadline
March 24 Regular Registration Ends Fall Semester - 2020
March 25 - 31 Late Registration Period* Start Date: 9/17/2020
April 1 First Day of Class Last Day to Register: 9/16/2020
April 7 Last Day to Withdraw with a Full Refund Winter Semester - 2021
May 19 Last Day to Withdraw from Class Start Date: 1/7/2021
June 9 Last Day of Class Last Day to Register: 1/6/2021
June 10 - 16 Final Exams
Spring Semester - 2021
June 16 Spring Semester Ends
Start Date: 4/1/2021
Summer 2021 Semester Last Day to Register: 3/31/2021
June 14 Financing Application Deadline
Summer Semester - 2021
June 16 Regular Registration Ends
Start Date: 6/24/2021
June 17 - 23 Late Registration Period* Last Day to Register: 6/23/2021
June 24 First Day of Class
June 30 Last Day to Withdraw with a Full Refund *Registrations completed after the close of
regular registration will be charged a $50
August 11 Last Day to Withdraw from Class non-refundable late registration fee.
September 1 Last Day of Class
September 2 - 8 Final Exams
September 8 Summer Semester Ends
13financing
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 Victory Media has named or reimbursement after the class is
the Animal Behavior completed. ABI will gladly furnish
To facilitate budgeting and financial
Institute to the coveted course information or other docu-
planning, we offer a number of pay-
Military Friendly Schools mentation to assist in this process.
ment plans for qualified students. Our
list. The Military Friendly 3. If you are using your course work to
convenient payment plans offer the
Schools list honors the top 20 percent satisfy continuing education credits,
following:
of colleges, universities and trade determine whether your certifica-
• Small down payments, as low as schools in the country that are doing tion agency already accepts ABI
$300 per course. the most to embrace America’s military classes. If not, we can assist you
• Interest-free terms. service members, veterans, and with the necessary documentation
• Financing over as many as 12 spouses as students and ensure their to pursue acceptance.
months. For example, one course success on campus. Inclusion in this
financed over 12 months requires a list demonstrates the Animal Behavior Refund Policy
monthly payment of only $80. Institute’s commitment to providing a Students who withdraw before class
• Quick and easy application process; supportive environment for military begins or within seven (7) calendar days
there is a non-refundable application students. of the start of class will receive a full
fee for processing.
Employer Payment/ refund of all course tuition. The cost of
• Easy refinancing for each semester;
Reimbursement books purchased outside ABI is not
you can finance a single course or
refunded, nor are application fees, late
your entire program. A number of professions (veterinarian, fees or financing charges. Students that
International students are welcome; vet technician, nurse, educator, therapist) withdraw after the first full week of class
foreign currency will be valued at the require annual continuing education
will receive a prorated refund as follows:
current exchange rate at the time of credits for practitioners to stay current
payment. Additional payment plans and maintain their license. Many of the Date Tuition Refund
are available. If you have further ques- courses at ABI qualify for professional After week 100% of
tions, please contact us at financing@ continuing education credit. Further- 1 begins; course cost
animaledu.com or call 866.755.0448. more, the knowledge and skills you Before week
gain through ABI may enable you to 2 begins
Fees provide additional services to your clients,
After week 75% of
If a student elects a payment plan, a such as a new animal assisted activities 2 begins; course cost
one-time processing fee will be added program, enrichment, or animal training. Before week
to the financed amount. There is no Consequently, many employers offer 3 begins
charge for refinancing an existing tuition payment or reimbursement for
their employees. After week 50% of
payment plan.
3 begins; course cost
Discounts To find out more: Before week
5 begins
ABI provides discounts for veterans 1. A
sk your employer if they have a
and active military personnel. We are training program or if they reimburse After week 25% of
also authorized to accept MyCAA expenses for career or job skills 5 begins; course cost
training. You may need to contact Before week
scholarships for approved military
your Human Resources department. 8 begins
spouses enrolled in qualified programs.
Please contact the Office of Financial 2. D
etermine what documents are After week No refund or
Aid for additional information. needed to obtain funding up front 8 begins withdrawals
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week of class will receive a W on their
transcript. To withdraw, a student must
contact the registrar in writing at
registrar@animaledu.com.
Students have used
Student Grievance Procedures their ABI education
Any student that has a problem or to start their own
grievance with the school should con- businesses in animal
tact their professor or the president on training, husbandry,
any issue that is not course related. If and animal assisted
a resolution is not reached with the
activities.
faculty member, the student should
then submit a written complaint to the
president requesting a written response.
Grievances may be directed to:
President
Animal Behavior Institute, Inc.
4711 Hope Valley Road
Suite 4F-332
Durham, NC 27707
Phone: (866) 755-0448
Fax: (866) 351-6911
If a satisfactory resolution is still
not obtained, the student may
contact:
North Carolina Community
College System
Academic and Student Services
Office of Proprietary School
Licensing and Services
5001 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-5016
Phone: (919) 807-7148
Fax: (919) 807-7164
15SUPPORT
SERVICES
16academic
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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& COURSES
18general REQUIREMENTS
Program Overview also available for courses taken at an
accredited college or university.
Our online programs are unlike any
other distance education program. We currently offer ten
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
them to achieve a deeper level of under- 6. Exotic Animal Training before final certificates can be issued.
standing than they would develop on 7. Laboratory Animal Behavior Once a student has completed all
their own. This collaboration, coupled 8. Service & Therapy Dog Training course requirements, they may take up
with the mentoring each student receives 9. Wildlife Rehabilitation to five years to finish their field hours
from their instructors, ensures that they 10. Zoo & Aquarium Science and submit the relevant paperwork to
receive a very personal education. receive their certificate.
Specialized Certificates
All programs at the Animal Behavior Multiple Certificates
Institute require the completion of both Specialized certificate programs are
shorter programs ideal for students Students are welcome to pursue
online classes and a field requirement.
that want to focus on the training and multiple certificates as they design the
The field requirement consists of
behavior of a single species. Each academic program best suited to their
relevant, hands-on experience as an
specialized certificate requires the unique educational needs. Students
employee, intern or volunteer at an
completion of three courses (9 academ- must meet the credit and field require-
approved institution of your choice.
ic credits) covering training, behavior, ments for each certification program.
The number of classes required will
health, nutrition and enrichment; spe- Each professional certificate requires the
depend upon the type of program
cialized certificates can be completed completion of five courses (15 credits);
selected. All certificate and special-
in 6-9 months. specialized certificates require three
ized professional certificate programs
courses (9 credits). However, there is
require 40 hours of field experience. We currently offer three specialized
some course overlap due to the nature
The Animal Behavior Institute offers certificate programs:
of the material. If the same course is
two sets of programs to best meet 1. Canine Training & Behavior required for more than one certificate,
your needs: professional certificate 2. Equine Behavior & Management students are required to take the course
programs and specialized certificates. 3. Feline Training & Behavior only once. For example, students
pursuing certification in both Animal
Certificate Programs Employment Projections Assisted Therapy and Animal Training &
Each of our certificate programs Please note that all employment pro- Enrichment would take ABI 331 An-
requires the completion of five cours- jections listed in the catalog are taken imal Behavior only once; the course
es (15 academic credits) designed from the U.S. Department of Labor, would be applied to both certificates.
to help students develop a thorough Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational In this example, students would only
understanding of their chosen field. Outlook Handbook, unless otherwise need to take seven courses total to
Certificates typically include a combi- noted. receive dual certification, since ABI 331
nation of required courses along with Animal Behavior, ABI 233 Animal Train-
a choice of program electives; most Certificate Requirements ing, and ABI 232 The Human-Animal
students complete their classes in less Students must pay their account in full Bond could each be applied to both
than a year. Transfer credit is and complete their field requirement certificates.
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REQUIREMENTS & DESCRIPTIONS
advanced This certificate offers an innovative, in-
depth study of canine training, building
flyball, rally, schutzhund).
• Accurately read canine body lan-
canine upon the fundamental skills learned in
the Canine Training & Behavior program.
guage to effectively manage safe
dog-dog play groups.
training Students will go far beyond simply de-
signing a training plan. You will learn how
• Incorporate cognitive challenges,
enrichment and choice into
to incorporate principles of behavioral your training plan.
Certificate Program science to identify training goals, and to • Read and critically discuss case
(15 credits) develop and evaluate treatment pro- studies on canine problem behaviors.
grams for dogs. We will tackle difficult • And much, much more!
canine behavioral problems in a variety
of settings and evaluate change across The Advanced Canine Training certificate
settings and time. You will also analyze requires the completion of the three
case studies, learn how to manage dog- required classes for the specialized
dog play interactions, and be introduced certificate program in Canine Training
to a variety of specialized training and & Behavior plus two additional class-
canine competition options; students are es for a total of five online courses
encouraged to share their personal (15 academic credits). Students in the
training challenges with the class. The canine programs must also complete a
program will also incorporate material field requirement of 40 hours of hands-
on working with clients to maintain ef- on experience as an employee, intern
Many of our graduates start fective behavior change in their dogs, or volunteer at an approved institution
producing long-lasting results. Your of your choice.
their own businesses after
obtaining their certificate, education will allow you to: Please note that students in the Ad-
working as independent dog • Develop comprehensive training vanced Canine Training program do not
goals in a variety of situations. need to complete the field requirement
trainers and behavioral
• Choose effective and ethical more than once; the field hours used
consultants. for the Canine Training & Behavior
training tools.
• Understand breed differences in specialized certificate can also be used
training contexts. to satisfy the field requirement for the
• Know the etiology of common Advanced Canine Training certificate.
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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from the following:
ABI 126 Animal Minds & Emotions
ABI 222 Animal Enrichment
ABI 238 Training Your Therapy Dog
ABI 254 Canine Aggression
ABI 331 Animal Behavior
Upon graduation, students may begin
using the designation CACTP, Certified
Advanced Canine Training Professional.
Many of our graduates start their own
businesses after obtaining their certificate,
working as independent dog trainers and
behavioral consultants. Other graduates
find work in kennels, animal shelters,
veterinary practices, animal control agen-
cies, service dog institutions, sanctuaries
or other dog-related organizations. The
animal care and service industry, which
includes animal trainers, is expected to
grow at 15% over the next decade. Op-
portunities in training have never been
greater!
The cost of the certificate program is
$5,925 (*$6,300) (this does not include
the cost of textbooks, purchased sep-
arately). Tuition assistance is available
via military discounts and interest-free
financing. Qualified military spouses
may have up to $4,000 of the cost
covered by MyCAA for select programs.
(NOTE: *As of March 1, 2021 course cost will
be $1260.00.)
21certificate
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-
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-
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
you will learn how to incorporate princi- experience as an employee, intern or
Certificate Program ples of behavioral science to identify volunteer at an institution of your choice.
(15 credits) training goals and to develop and eval-
The four required courses for
uate training programs. We will tackle the Advanced Equine Training
equine behavioral problems in a variety certificate are:
of settings; students are encouraged to
share their personal training challenges ABI 127 Equine Minds & Emotions
as well. Additional coursework in man- ABI 237 Equine Behavior
agement will help you build a new equine ABI 267 Equine Training
business or take an existing one to the ABI 317 Equine Health & Nutrition
next level.
You will also choose one elective
Your specialized training will allow for the Advanced Equine Training
you to: certificate from the following:
• Write a behavioral modification plan ABI 222 Animal Enrichment
incorporating the use of a clicker. ABI 232 The Human-Animal Bond
• Maximize the welfare of horses ABI 261 Equine Assisted Activities &
through the development of a low- Therapies
stress, ongoing training program.
ABI 327 Equine Business Management
• Prepare horses for professional
showing, including items related to Please note that students in the Ad-
transportation, behavior and physical vanced Equine Training program do not
Students go far beyond training; appearance. need to complete the field requirement
you will learn how to incorpo- • Create a detailed mission statement more than once. The field hours used
rate principles of behavioral for your business, establishing your for the Equine Behavior & Management
science to identify training goals intent and developing specific, specialized certificate can also be used
measurable goals. to satisfy the field requirement for Ad-
and to develop and evaluate
• Build a marketing plan to develop vanced Equine Training.
training programs. your business.
• Determine the financing needed and Upon graduation, students may begin
how to obtain the necessary funds. using the designation CAETP, Certified
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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look for professionals in animal care and
service, which includes equine trainers, is
very positive. Employment in these areas
is expected to grow 11%over the 2016-
26 decade, faster than the average for
all occupations*. Salaries vary greatly
based on the specific field or employer.
For example, independent animal train-
ers may work for $20-50/hour or more.
Animal care staff working in other fields
may earn considerably less.
The Animal Behavior Institute is the only
institution to offer accredited, online
programs in Equine Training & Behavior.
Our program is unlike any other distance
education program. Students at the
Animal Behavior Institute participate in
a highly interactive online classroom,
engaging in regular dialog with their
professors and student colleagues.
Students receive feedback each week,
working on collaborative projects while
training their own animals. This allows
them to achieve a deeper level of under-
standing than they would develop on
their own. This collaboration, coupled
with the mentoring each student receives
from their instructors, ensures that they
receive a very personal education.
The cost of the certificate program is
$5,925 (*$6,300) (this does not include
the cost of textbooks, purchased sep-
arately). Tuition assistance is available
via military discounts and interest-free
financing.
(NOTE: *As of March 1, 2021 course cost will
be $1260.00.)
23certificate
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
feline oped in the specialized certificate in
Feline Training and Behavior. Emphasis
learning to offer specialized programs
tailored to the needs of cat behavior-
training will be on the analysis of real case
studies; students are encouraged to
ists and trainers.
The Advanced Feline Training certificate
bring their personal training challeng-
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
with owners through the process of & Behavior plus two additional classes
diagnosis, construction of treatment for a total of five online courses (15
plans, and a quantitative approach to academic credits). Students in the feline
re-evaluation and training adjustments. programs must also complete a field
Graduates will be well prepared to help requirement of 40 hours of hands-on
owners implement effective long term experience as an employee, intern or
solutions. Your training will allow you to: volunteer at an approved institution of
•A ssess behavioral issues in cats and your choice.
create effective treatment plans. Please note that students in the Ad-
• Integrate multiple techniques to vanced Feline Training program do not
change feline behaviors, including need to complete the field requirement
training, enrichment and environ- more than once; the field hours used for
mental management. the Feline Training & Behavior specialized
• Handle severe cases of ongoing certificate can also be used to satisfy
aggression. the field requirement for the Advanced
Students will develop critical • Identify the triggers for problem Feline Training certificate.
problem-solving skills, work- behaviors.
ing with owners through the • Treat multiple behavioral issues that The required courses for this
occur simultaneously. certificate are:
process of diagnosis, con-
• Understand cognitive dysfunction
struction of treatment plans, ABI 235 Feline Training
and how to address it.
and a quantitative approach •E ffectively treat persistent behavioral
ABI 272 Feline Behavior & Enrichment
to re-evaluation and training problems and develop extended ABI 313 Feline Health & Nutrition
adjustments. treatment plans. ABI 335 Advanced Feline Training
•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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from the following:
ABI 126 Animal Minds & Emotions
ABI 222 Animal Enrichment
ABI 331 Animal Behavior
Upon graduation, students may begin
using the designation CAFTP, Certified
Advanced Feline Training Professional.
Many of our graduates start their own
businesses after obtaining their certificate,
working as independent cat trainers and
behavioral consultants. Other graduates
find work in kennels, animal shelters,
veterinary practices, animal control
agencies, sanctuaries or other cat-re-
lated organizations. The animal care and
service industry, which includes animal
trainers, is expected to grow at 15% over
the next decade. Opportunities in training
have never been greater!
The cost of the certificate program is
$5,925 (*$6,300) (this does not include
the cost of textbooks, purchased sep-
arately). Tuition assistance is available
via military discounts and interest-free
financing.
(NOTE: *As of March 1, 2021 course cost will
be $1260.00.)
25certificate
REQUIREMENTS & DESCRIPTIONS
animal Do you want to share your love of an-
imals with others, bringing the unique
You will also choose one elective
from the following:
assisted benefits of human-animal interaction
into the lives of those that need it most?
ABI 238 Training Your Therapy Dog
therapy Do you want an education that spans ABI 251 Behavior & Training of
the breadth of animal assisted therapy, Marine Mammals
education and activities (AAT/E/A)? Our ABI 261 Equine Assisted Activities
Certificate Program comprehensive program will give you & Therapies
(15 credits) the skills you need to participate in an ABI 271 Canine Behavior &
existing program or to get started build- Enrichment
ing your own. Our Certificate in Animal ABI 272 Feline Behavior & Enrichment
Assisted Therapy will help you to: ABI 331 Animal Behavior
• Work with animals in an educational
Upon graduation, students may begin
or therapeutic setting.
using the designation CAATP, Certified
• Correctly interpret human and
Animal Assisted Therapy Professional.
animal body language.
Many of our graduates start their own
• Train dogs and other animals to
programs after completing their certif-
work safely in the AAT environment.
icate, working as independent con-
• Build safe & effective programs.
tractors. Others may incorporate their
• Anticipate and resolve potential
training into positions as therapists,
problems.
counselors, teachers, social workers,
Therapy and therapy assis- • Understand the legal and ethical
special education instructors, nurses,
issues.
tant positions are projected program managers and more. The out-
• Work with a variety of personality
to grow much faster than look for professionals employing Animal
types.
average for the next decade, Assisted Therapy is extremely positive.
• Create animal enrichment programs.
Therapy and therapy assistant positions
by over 27%. • And much, much more!
are projected to grow much faster than
The Animal Assisted Therapy certif- average for the next decade, by over
icate requires the completion of five 27%. Opportunities in Animal Assisted
online courses (15 academic credits) Therapy & Activities have never been
and a field requirement consisting of greater!
40 hours of hands-on experience as
The cost of the certificate program is
an employee, intern or volunteer at an
$5,925 (*$6,300) (this does not include
approved institution of your choice
the cost of textbooks, purchased sep-
The required courses for this arately). Tuition assistance is available
certificate are: via military discounts and interest-free
financing.
ABI 116 Practical Psychology
(NOTE: *As of March 1, 2021 course cost will
ABI 211 Animal Assisted Therapy be $1260.00.)
ABI 232 The Human-Animal Bond
ABI 233 Animal Training
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certificate
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 Training Your Therapy Dog
& 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-
• And much, much more!
ed to grow at 15% over the next decade.
We will help you develop the The Animal Training & Enrichment cer- Opportunities in training have never
Therapy tificate requires the completion of five
skills you and
needtherapy assis-
to be effective been greater!
online courses (15 academic credits)
tant
in positions
animal areenrichment
training, projected The cost of the certificate program is
and a field requirement consisting of
and management. than
to grow much faster 40 hours of hands-on experience as
$5,925 (*$6,300) (this does not include
average for the next decade, the cost of textbooks, purchased sep-
an employee, intern or volunteer at an
by over 27%. arately). Tuition assistance is available
approved institution of your choice.
via military discounts and interest-free
The required courses for this financing. Qualified military spouses
certificate program are: may have up to $4,000 of the cost
covered by MyCAA for select programs.
ABI 126 Animal Minds & Emotions
(NOTE: *As of March 1, 2021 course cost will
ABI 222 Animal Enrichment
be $1260.00.)
ABI 233 Animal Training
ABI 331 Animal Behavior
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certificate
REQUIREMENTS & DESCRIPTIONS
exotic Do you dream of a career working with
exotic animals? Do you want to learn
hours of hands-on experience as an
employee, intern or volunteer at an
animal how to train wild animals and under-
stand their behavior? The Exotic Animal
approved institution of your choice.
The required courses for this
training Training program focuses on wildlife,
rather than domestic species such as
certificate program are:
dogs and cats. Students will complete
Certificate Program fundamental courses in animal training
ABI 222 Animal Enrichment
ABI 233 Animal Training
(15 credits) and behavioral enrichment, followed by
their choice of specialized electives You will also select three electives
emphasizing carnivores, birds, primates from the following:
or marine mammals. Graduates will be
ABI 251 Behavior & Training of
prepared to work in animal behavior
Marine Mammals
and training positions at zoos, aquari-
ABI 281 Avian Training
ums, wildlife clinics, educational centers,
ABI 291 Carnivore Training
and the film and entertainment indus-
& Behavior
tries. Our comprehensive program will
allow you to: ABI 331 Animal Behavior
ABI 378 Primate Behavior
• Create training plans to teach wild & Enrichment
animals new behaviors and to extin-
guish or reduce unwanted behaviors. Upon graduation, students may begin
• Interpret animal body language & using the designation CEATP, Certified
vocalizations. Exotic Animal Training Professional.
• Understand and select appropriate Many of our graduates start their own
training methods, including the use businesses after obtaining their certif-
of non-food reinforcers. icate, working as independent animal
• Get behaviors under stimulus control trainers or behavioral consultants.
by training cues. Other graduates find work in zoos and
• Create effective presentations using aquariums, entertainment and other
appropriate animals and behaviors. animal-related industries. The field of
• Understand animal cognition, animal care and service workers, which
behavior, and emotions. includes animal trainers, is expected to
reate effective
Therapy
C and therapy
enrichment
assis-
• Create effective enrichment plans grow at 15% over the next decade.
tant positions
plans to relieveare
boredom,
projected to relieve boredom, prevent the
The cost of the certificate program is
to grow the
prevent muchdevelopment
faster thanof development of stereotypical
$5,925 (*$6,300) (this does not include
average for the
stereotypical behaviors
next decade,
and behaviors and improve welfare.
the cost of textbooks, purchased sep-
by over 27%.
improve welfare. • And much, much more!
arately). Tuition assistance is available
The Exotic Animal Training certificate via military discounts and interest-free
requires the completion of five online financing.
courses (15 academic credits) and (NOTE: *As of March 1, 2021 course cost will
a field requirement consisting of 40 be $1260.00.)
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