Question 1

Administration & Documentation

Accepted Answer

• We’ll walk through all necessary information to obtain from clients prior to a swim.
 • Learn to tailor a specific swim program for an animal based on their condition.
 • Discuss additional body studies and the importance of continuing education.

Question 2

Hydrotherapy Overview

Accepted Answer

• What is Hydrotherapy? 
 • Why is it beneficial?
 • Which animals benefit from hydrotherapy?

Question 3

Animal Anatomy & Behavior

Accepted Answer

• We explore the main anatomical systems and their functions.
 • We’ll study and review commonly used terminology.

Question 4

Common Conditions

Accepted Answer

Learn the most common health/muscular conditions you’ll come across and how hyrdotherapy improves those conditions.

Question 5

Pool Management & Water Properties

Accepted Answer

• Chemicals!  We’ll teach you what is and is NOT safe for your clients.
 • We’ll cover water chemistry 101.

Question 6

Equipment & Facility Design

Accepted Answer

• We’ll cover types of equipment needed.
 • You’ll learn the ins and outs of life jackets, decks and pool styles to ensure client safety.

Question 7

Handling & Therapy Techniques

Accepted Answer

• We’ll demonstrate best holds to use in the pool with animals.
 • Learn how to modify techniques based on animals’ conditions.
 • Discover when it’s best to refer an animal to another specialist vs. continuing hyrdrotherapy.
 • Proper body mechanics – We’ll cover stretches and strengthening for your own body to stay in good working condition for your aqua therapy career.

Canine Hydrotherapy

Course Syllabus