{"product_id":"paws-for-purpose-therapy-training-workshop","title":"Paws For Purpose Therapy training Workshop june 20th 2026 9:30am","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre you passionate about training a Therapy or Support Dog to make a difference in people's lives?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOr are you considering training your own dog as an Assistance Dog?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur \u003cem\u003e\"Paws for Purpose\"\u003c\/em\u003e Dog Therapy Training Course is an introductory workshop designed to equip you with the essential skills and knowledge required to pursue your goal of working with Therapy or Support Dogs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're training a dog for personal support, NDIS assistance, or preparing dogs for roles in psychology, aged care, schools, or workplace support, this workshop offers tailored guidance to meet your needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile this course \u003cstrong\u003edoes not include PAT (Public Access Test) certification\u003c\/strong\u003e, it provides a solid foundation to help you and your dog prepare for future assessments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpon completing the course, you’ll receive a confirmation of training, which can be a valuable asset as you progress in your certification journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThroughout the program, you’ll learn from guest speakers representing renowned animal therapy organizations, including Delta, Mind Dogs, Story Dogs, and Assistance Paws. These insights will broaden your understanding of the world of Animal-Assisted Therapy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpon successful completion, you’ll be awarded a \u003cem\u003eCertificate of Human and Animal Handler Competency\u003c\/em\u003e for prospective therapy-related roles. This certificate is an excellent addition to your toolkit as you work towards formal assessments or certification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJoin us at \u003cem\u003ePaws for Purpose\u003c\/em\u003e and take the first step toward making a meaningful impact with your therapy dog, pet dog, or prospective assistance dog.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe course fee is $320. While we anticipate most participants will complete the program in 8 weeks, the timeline may vary depending on the learning style and commitment of each dog and handler team. If further training is required or you are initally unsucessful at exam assesment you are invited to join our Minors 2 program at $25 per week until ready \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"International Dog Training School GC","offers":[{"title":"Pay in full $320","offer_id":45775896215586,"sku":null,"price":320.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pay per week $40 (2 weeks due upfront)","offer_id":45775896248354,"sku":null,"price":80.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.internationaldogtrainingschool.com.au\/products\/paws-for-purpose-therapy-training-workshop","provider":"International Dog Training School ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}