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Paws and Progress: Exploring the Transformative Impact of Animal-Assisted Intervention in Autism Spectrum Disorders

Virtual
On Demand
1 CE Hour On Demand
Clinical

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Description

This presentation delves into the captivating realm of Animal-Assisted Intervention (AAI) and its profound influence on individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). As we navigate the complexities of autism, this session explores the unique and therapeutic connection between humans and animals, particularly the positive outcomes observed when integrating animals into therapeutic settings.

Target Audience
  • Social Worker
  • Counselor
  • Marriage & Family Therapist
  • Psychologist
Educational Goal

The educational goal of this workshop is to provide information of the efficacy of AAS in Autism and social work interventions.

Learning Objectives

At the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Explain 3-4 research-backed benefits of AAI/AAS in improving social, emotional, and behavioral outcomes for individuals with ASD.

  • Describe the unique role animals play in facilitating communication and reducing anxiety.

  • Summarize how veterinary social workers can effectively collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support the successful integration of AAI/AAS in ASD interventions.

  • Explain 3-4 practical strategies for monitoring and enhancing animal well-being during AAI/AAS sessions.

  • Identify 3-4 signs of stress in therapy animals.

  • Summarize best practices for their care and management throughout the intervention process.

Clinical
Social Worker

TPN.health, #1766, is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Organizations, not individual courses, are approved as ACE providers. State and provincial regulatory boards have the final authority to determine whether an individual course may be accepted for continuing education credit. TPN.health maintains responsibility for this course. ACE provider approval period: 03/31/2022 – 03/31/2025. Social workers completing this course receive 1 Clinical continuing education credits.

TPN.health is approved by the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (Provider #1000101) to sponsor continuing education for LCSWs. TPN.health maintains responsibility for this program/course and its content. Course meets the qualifications for 1 hours of continuing education credit for LCSWs as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences.

Trusted Provider Network, LLC is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #SW-0654.

Counselor

TPN.health has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7267. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. TPN.health is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

TPN.health is approved by the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (Provider #1000101) to sponsor continuing education for LPCCs. TPN.health maintains responsibility for this program/course and its content. Course meets the qualifications for 1 hours of continuing education credit for LPCCs as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences.

Trusted Provider Network, LLC is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed mental health counselors. #MHC-0220.

Marriage & Family Therapist

TPN.health is approved by the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (Provider #1000101) to sponsor continuing education for LMFTs. TPN.health maintains responsibility for this program/course and its content. Course meets the qualifications for 1 hours of continuing education credit for LMFTs as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences.

Trusted Provider Network, LLC is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed marriage and family therapists #MFT-0097.

Psychologist

Trusted Provider Network is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Trusted Provider Network maintains responsibility for this program and its content.

TPN.health is approved by the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (Provider #1000101) to sponsor continuing education for LEPs. TPN.health maintains responsibility for this program/course and its content. Course meets the qualifications for 1 hours of continuing education credit for LEPs as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences.

Trusted Provider Network, LLC is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Psychology as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed psychologists #PSY-0125.

CE Policy
This course is fiscally sponsored by International Association of Veterinary Social Work . There may be potential biases or conflicts of interest inherent to this relationship, and it must be disclosed to participants. These conflicts of interest have no bearing on the course content and have been resolved.
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AJ Cullen Langell, LICSW

AJ Cullen Langell, is a licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW), Certified Animal Assisted Intervention Specialist (C-AAIS) and the founder of Autism Barks. AJ is a compassionate and dedicated professional who has made a significant impact in the field of autism and animal assisted services. AJ earned her Master’s Degree in Social Work from Boston University, and is currently pursuing her PhD at Simmons University. With a strong passion for working with autistic individuals, AJ has been implementing Animal-Assisted Services in her practice since 2010. Recognizing the unique benefits that animals bring to therapy, AJ has witnessed firsthand the positive effects they have on individuals’ well-being and emotional growth.

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