Program Description
Animal Reiki Practitioners are animal service providers – veterinarians, animal trainers/behaviorists, animal acupuncturists, pet groomers, dog kennel staff, and animal daycare staff - who use Reiki to help in the physical, mental/emotional, and spiritual healing of animals. Reiki is a non-invasive Japanese holistic energy healing system used to support energy balance, harmony and ‘hands-on’ healing. This may include using client intake, consent, session and consent forms, and working with different breeds of animals.
Program Outcomes
Successful Completion:
CCBC Credential: Students will have access to a Continuing Education academic record (transcript).
External Credential: Successful students will receive certification from the Animal Reiki Alliance for each level of completion.
Certifying Organization: Animal Reiki Alliance www.animalreikialliance.com
Financial Aid and Payment Options
Partial Payment Option (through Nelnet Business Solutions)
Tuition Waiver for those who qualify
Employer/Sponsor Paid Tuition
Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS)
Local Office of Workforce Development
Length of Training
6 - 12 months
Courses are offered at CCBC Catonsville.
Program Requirements
High School Diploma or GED
Students must be computer literate and have Internet access.
Application Process
To apply, go to ccbcmd.edu/apply and complete the CCBC Non-Credit Workforce Training Certificate application. An email will then be sent with program information and any additional requirements necessary to apply for the program.
Open Entry – No screening or documentation required.
Program Course Sequence
Students must successfully complete Animal Reiki I, II and III before moving to the next course module in the series. A stringent attendance policy will be enforced for Animal Reiki Certification Training Levels II and II, completing the internship, and passing the written exam.
Course Number | Course Title | Course Hours | Textbook Information (approximate cost; subject to change) | Costs T=Tuition/F=Fees |
FIT 760 | Animal Reiki I | 7.5 | Reiki Source Shoden and Animal Reiki Training: The Basics - Textbook will be provided and is included in the course cost. | $129 T-$20/F-$109 |
FIT 761 | Animal Reiki II | 7.5 | Textbook will be provided and is included in the course cost. | $159 T-$20/$139 |
FIT 773 | Animal Reiki III | 7.5 | Textbook will be provided and is included in the course cost. | $284 T-$20/F-$264 |
FIT 769 | Animal Reiki Certification Training Level II | 25 | Textbook will be provided and is included in the course cost. | $349 T-$20/F-$329 |
FIT 770 | Animal Reiki Certification Training Level III | 35 | Textbook will be provided and is included in the course cost. | $409 T-$20/F-$389 |
Course Series Totals: | 82.5 | | $1330 T-$100/F-$1230 |
Additional Information
Skills for Success:
Detail-oriented; dependability; self-control; ability to follow safety rules; ability to follow directions; cooperation with others; integrity; persistence; manual dexterity; mechanical aptitude; mathematical aptitude; ability to stand for long periods of time; ability to lift 35 pounds; ability to work with a variety of animals.
Career Opportunities:
This program prepares students for entry-level Animal Reiki Practitioner animal care positions in shelters, kennels and animal day care facilities.
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