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Bespoke training

By arrangement SCAS can deliver lectures, seminars and workshops on the human-companion animal bond, animal assisted interventions and pet loss support.

SCAS event delegates.

Previous activity has seen SCAS deliver lectures to the veterinary profession, including:

  • Association of Veterinary Students conference, London (event organised by Hills Pet Nutrition)

  • Bristol Veterinary School (event organised by Intervet)

  • Royal Veterinary College (event organised by Intervet)

  • University of Liverpool (event organised by Intervet)

  • Edinburgh veterinary school (event organised by Hills Pet Nutrition)

  • Glasgow veterinary school (event organised by Hills Pet Nutrition)

Interested professionals may also include those working in the health and social sector, such as mental health workers, social workers, GPs, psychologists.

SCAS recently presented at the Polmont Young Offenders Institution in Falkirk, Scotland talking about the use of AAI alongside Joan Dalton from Project Pooch.

If you would like to explore the possibility of SCAS delivering a lecture or workshop on the human-companion animal bond, animal-assisted interventions or pet loss support to your organisation or learning institution, please contact us to discuss your requirements.

Costs

Costs will vary for bespoke training so please contact us in the first instance.