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Elysian Academy provides expert-led courses on Animal-Assisted Interventions, for carers, parents, educators, therapists, and other professionals.

Join us to learn, grow, and make a difference!

25/08/2026

Are you wanting to become a certified, accountable social care practitioner equipped with the professional judgement, risk-management expertise, and regulatory confidence needed to safely integrate animals into high-stakes care environments?

Designed specifically for professionals in residential care, fostering, youth services, family support, and community care, our Social Care Pathway equips you with the judgement and resilience needed for high-stakes environments.

Here’s what you’ll master:
- How to assess and mitigate risk effectively
- Strengthening boundaries in complex care settings
- Making safe, ethical decisions within multi-agency teams
- Crucial insights into when not to use animals

Introducing animals into social care can transform lives, but only when it's done safely.

Gain the professional credentials and confidence to deliver ethical AAI that stands up to regulatory scrutiny.

🔗 Browse our courses today - https://www.elysianacademy.org/

20/08/2026

Looking to start or grow your work in Animal-Assisted Interventions? You don’t have to do it alone 🐾
By joining this community, you will become part of a connected, supported practitioner network equipped with the peer insights, expert guidance, and industry knowledge needed to accelerate your career and elevate your AAI practice.

Over 200+ AAI advocates and passionate professionals have already joined our exclusive community, and we’re growing every day!

Whether you're just exploring how to bring animals into your work or you're already experienced here, this community was built to support you at every stage of your journey.

Why join us?
💡 Expert Guidance & Advice: Get answers to your burning questions about safety, ethics, training, and client management.

🤝 Peer-to-Peer Connection: Network with 200+ like-minded people who truly understand the rewards and challenges of AAI.

📚 Shared Resources: Access shared knowledge, best practice tips, and industry insights.

🌱 Zero Risk: You can join and explore the community completely FREE!

Stop guessing your next steps. Connect with a network that helps you build a safe, impactful, and ethical AAI practice.

Claim your free membership today: https://elysian-community.circle.so/eec-memberships

19/08/2026

Learning is better when it's in person, and connecting with animals is what makes us different.

Join us on the 25th October at our Shamley Green farm to discover the magic of our best selling course - Introduction to Animal-Assisted Interventions!

Not sure if this is right for you?
If you are thinking of a career supporting people alongside the magic of animals, then you don't want to miss this.

🐕 Working with a dog that listens to young people reading?
🍎 Looking to bring guinea pigs into your classroom?
🐴 Familiar with the magic of the human horse connection but not sure what to do next?

This Intro course is perfect for those wanting to become skilled in animal-assisted interventions through hands on learning on our farm. With this 5 star rated course, you'll gain practical skills and ethical understanding of this powerful tool.

If you said yes to wanting any of these, then you need to sign up here -
https://www.elysianacademy.org/products/intro-animal-assisted-interventions-course

18/08/2026

An amazing review of our hands-on Introduction to Animal Assisted Interventions training course! A huge thanks to Elizabeth for your kind words 💜

Want to learn more about this course and experience this for yourself?

Join us for our next training day:
🗓️ Saturday, 25th October
📍 Elysian Farm, Shamley Green, GU5 0TL

You'll become a knowledgeable, confident AAI worker equipped with the foundational skills, ethical understanding and practical insight needed to safely introduce animal assisted interventions into your setting.

Spaces are limited to prioritise animal welfare and ensure an enriching learning experience. Don't miss out!

Reserve your spot now via the link in our bio

14/08/2026

By completing our CPD accredited courses, you will become a certified, clinically responsible practitioner equipped with the expertise, ethical foundation and skills needed to integrate animals safely and effectively into your therapeutic practice.

Animals can bring profound healing to therapeutic settings, but doing it safely and ethically requires specialist training.

Our Therapeutic Practice Pathway is tailored for therapists, counsellors, and mental health professionals who want to bring animals into their work with complete clinical integrity.

In this pathway, you will learn to:
- Make informed clinical decisions using animal-assisted interventions
- Navigate complex attachment dynamics & trauma considerations
- Maintain professional boundaries, scope of practice, and safeguarding
- Prioritise animal welfare alongside client safety

Equip yourself with the advanced credentials needed to deliver ethically grounded, transformative animal-assisted therapy in your setting.

Browse our therapist focused courses here -
https://www.elysianacademy.org/collections/all

12/08/2026

Do you want to show the true difference animals make in care settings?
By completing this course, you will become a qualified, confident practitioner equipped with the practical knowledge and ethical skills needed to evaluate and lead Animal-Assisted Interventions in your care setting.

It’s easy to see the joy animals bring, but evidencing that impact in a structured way is key to building sustainable, effective AAI programs.

The Understanding Impact of AAI in Care Settings course by Elysian Academy is designed for care staff, practitioners, and leaders who want to learn how to measure, evaluate, and share the positive outcomes of animal interactions.

Key Highlights:
- Evidence-based frameworks tailored for social care & therapeutic environments
- Discover key psychological benefits of AAI especially for those with dementia or mental health challenges
- Easy-to-apply evaluation methods
- Flexible online learning at your own pace

Become a skilled leader capable of proving the true power of AAI in your organisation!

Enrol today: https://www.elysianacademy.org/products/understanding-impact-aai-care-settings

10/08/2026

ENROL NOW & SAVE £600 on our Level 3 Diploma in Animal-Assisted Interventions! 🐾

Ready to turn your passion for animals into a recognised qualification? Starting this October 2026 through early 2027, join us for our accredited Level 3 Diploma! Through flexible online learning and hands-on practical days at our farm near Guildford, you’ll receive step-by-step guidance and dedicated support from our expert tutors and mentors every step of the way.

About Your Level 3 Qualification:
Explore the powerful connection between humans and animals and discover how this relationship can transform health, wellbeing, and learning.

Throughout this course, you will:
🔹 Assess & Select: Learn to read animal temperament and identify ideal candidates for therapeutic settings.
🔹 Safety & Welfare: Master best practices for safe working environments while keeping animal wellbeing at the forefront.
🔹 Tailored Support: Gain specialist insights to support individuals with physical disabilities, neurodivergence, or mental health challenges.

Whether you're looking to enter the field of animal-assisted therapy or manage therapy animal welfare, this diploma provides the ideal foundation.

⭐ Review: "A lovely course, informative and relaxed giving a clear insight into animal assisted therapy."

🗓️ Course Schedule & Key Dates:

Module 1: Released 1st Oct | Workshop: 21st Oct | Assignment Due: 31st Oct
Module 2: Released 1st Nov | Workshop: 18th Nov | Assignment Due: 30th Nov
Module 3: Released 1st Dec | Practical Day at Elysian: 6th Dec | Optional Workshop: 16th Dec | Assignment Due: 31st Dec
Module 4: Released 1st Jan 2027 | Workshop: 20th Jan | Assignment Due: 31st Jan
Module 5: Released 1st Feb 2027 | Workshop: 17th Feb | Assignment Due: 28th Feb

💡 Save £600 on your enrolment today and build a solid, professional foundation in Animal-Assisted Interventions!

🔗 Secure your place now:
https://www.elysianacademy.org/products/level-3-award-fundamentals-in-aai

07/08/2026

Thinking about incorporating animals into your practice or learning more about therapy work with animals? 🐾

Our Intro to Animal-Assisted Interventions Course gives you a clear, comprehensive, and relaxed look into the world of AAI. Rated 5 stars by people just like you.

📍 Elysian Farm, Shamley Green, GU5 0TL
🗓️ Sunday 25th October

Ready to take the first step?
Tap the link to learn more & RSVP today:
https://www.elysianacademy.org/products/intro-animal-assisted-interventions-course

06/08/2026

Save up to £600 in our summer sale! ☀️

If you've been considering a course in Animal Assisted Interventions, now is the time to get your accreditation for less!

Enjoy up to 20% off our most popular courses and resources. But hurry, these discounts are for a limited time only.

https://www.elysianacademy.org/

04/08/2026

Join our free Exclusive Community where the bond between humans and animals is met with expert leadership! 🐾

Discover the transformative power of Animal-Assisted Interventions and connect with like-minded individuals who share your passion.

Enjoy early access to course discounts, valuable tips, engaging discussion points, and weekly curated insights from our AAI experts.

Don’t miss out, join for free here https://elysian-community.circle.so/eec-memberships

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Ramsden Grange, Hambledon Road, Busbridge
Godalming
GU71XQ

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+447944875155

Website

https://www.elysianacademy.org/, https://elysian-community.circle.so/EEC-Memberships

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