NEW!! VANCOUVER ISLAND - Introduction to Canine Hydrotherapy
Schedule
Wed, 20 May, 2026 at 09:00 am to Fri, 22 May, 2026 at 04:00 pm
UTC-07:00Location
1600 Benzon Cres, Nanaimo District, BC V0R, Canada | Nanaimo, BC
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This course is NEW for Vancouver Island!The Introduction to Canine Hydrotherapy course is being delivered alongside our Certificate program for May 2026. The course includes online education and three attendance days with classes, observation and hands-on practical training.
Your pre-study is provided via Moodle, our online education platform. Practical training takes place at the fantastic Coastal Canine Hydrotherapy and Fitness Centre in Errington, Vancouver Island where we have a long standing association with our training partner Carolyn Kutchyera. She will be pleased to help with advice, travel information or any local queries – https://www.coastalcaninebc.ca/
This course is suitable for anyone who would like to know more about canine hydrotherapy. This includes veterinary professionals plus those already working in canine hydrotherapy, who may not have formal training or qualifications, but would like to develop their knowledge and consider further study.
Your lecturers and trainers from the UK will be;
Angela Griffiths CCRP, Dip HSA, RCH, IAVRPT
Kate Parsons BSc (Vet Physio), BSc (Hons), MHCPC, MAACP, ACPAT(A)
Course cost CAD $1650.00
This course is a blended learning course which includes online study plus three attendance days with classes, observations and hands-on practical training.
We want you to be fully prepared so you gain the most from your practical training and we have provided a lot of online education material for you. Pre-study and successful completion of revision tests and quizzes is required prior to attendance for on-site practical training.
You should plan your study time carefully and allow a minimum of 6 weeks for study prior to attendance days. You should allow an average of 2-4 hours per week.
There are no assignments or assessments. We will provide feedback on your skills and areas for further study. An attendance Certificate will be issued.
Learn about safe handling techniques and hydrotherapy protocols
Gold star practice
Pre hydrotherapy health checks.
Canine hydrotherapy pool observations and hands-on experience – you will join our canines in the pool
This is an introductory course and following completion you should not imply you are a qualified canine hydrotherapist. You will gain useful skills and insights, including whether canine hydrotherapy is a possible career choice for you. You will also be well prepared for further or more in-depth canine hydrotherapy study.
For more information and a registration form please email [email protected]
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