Join the largest
Therapy Dog Registration body in South Australia.
Join the largest Therapy Dog registration body in South Australia.
Membership gives you access to the most comprehensive learning programs and insurance, broadest range of professional development events, full time support staff, national and local representation, and much more.
Thank you for your interest in joining the registry, the following explains the mission and criteria of the registry. Please do not hesitate to contact us if there are any points that need clarifying or do not fully explain to your satisfaction what is required.
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The South Australian Pet Therapy Dog Registry (TDSInc) fulfills a critical role within the animal-assisted interventions industry - as will your involvement in the Association.
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The primary aims and functions of the (Pet) Therapy Dog Registry are: -
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To provide a single unified voice for the animal-assisted interventions industry.
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To provide a consistent Code of Ethics and set of AAI Standards for teams.
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To assess, review and approve AAI team education courses and workshops.
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To maintain a national register of practicing AAI Teams
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To lobby on behalf of its membership to government and industry for the betterment of the AAI profession.
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To make the general public at large more aware of the AAI profession and the availability of reputable teams
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To create industry placement opportunities for our member's participation in industry environments.
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To create placement opportunities for our members wherever possible
Therapy Dog Registry
Memberships
Volunteer Membership
Volunteer Membership
Volunteer membership is an important pathway to demonstrate affiliation and engagement within the industry. Holding a volunteer membership with Therapy Dog Registry demonstrates to organisations that offer community therapy dog placements a commitment to meeting and upholding industry standards.
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Level (volunteer) $80.00 per annum
AAI Therapist
Membership
Animal Assisted Therapist
A registered therapist has graduated from an accredited course of study in allied health including (AAI) Animal Assisted Interventions at specific levels.
For a list of accredited courses please contact us.
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Level 1 $280.00 per annum
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Level 2 $300.00 per annum
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Level 3 $320.00 per annum
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Level 4 $340.00 per annum
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Academic Membership $250.00 per annum