Program Description
Animal Reiki Practitioners apply animal Reiki techniques to comfort animals that are stressed, aggressive, injured, sick, or dying to ease their discomfort. Practitioners can assist other specialties including veterinarians, animal trainers/behaviorists, animal acupuncturists, pet groomers, shelter workers, and other animal caregivers working with animals in distress.
Reiki is a non-invasive Japanese holistic energy healing system used to support energy balance, harmony, and healing. The series covers how to use Reiki, client intake, consent, session and consent form, and ethics scenarios.
Students entering this program should have a strong desire to help animals, be self-disciplined, have problem-solving and critical thinking skills, and have soft skills.
Animal Reiki Practitioners may find work in various settings where there is a demand for holistic therapies for animals such as private practice, or in animal care and medical facilities that offer healing and holistic care options.
Program Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this Continuing Education Workforce Certificate, students will be able to:
- assist animal rescuers, shelter workers, veterinarians, and other animal caregivers working with animals in distress;
- apply animal Reiki techniques to comfort animals that are stressed, aggressive, injured, sick, or dying to ease their discomfort;
- continue employment as an animal Reiki practitioner and pursue options to maintain the Animal Reiki Alliance Certification; and
- assume responsibility for continued professional and personal development through lifelong learning/continuing education.
CCBC Pathway
Health Professions Pathway. Pathways are designed to help you meet your academic and career goals by aligning related courses and programs. Pathway students participate in a variety of activities that help explore career opportunities in their field of study. You can meet with a CCBC advisor who help align — or realign — your educational plan with the Pathway that best supports you and your goals.
Program Credentials
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
We offer financial aid by packaging public and private funding options to those who qualify, in select Continuing Education courses and programs. Additional opportunities for financial support include partial payment options through Nelnet Business Solutions and tuition waivers for those who qualify. Resources outside of CCBC may also be available through employer/sponsor paid tuition, the Department of Rehabilitation Services (DORS), and your local office of workforce development.
Some CE Workforce Development Certificate Programs are eligible for early high school funding through Maryland Blueprint for qualifying BCPS high school students. Please check with your School Counseling Office to determine your eligibility for the BCPS Tuition Benefit Program.
Length of Training
15 hours
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 www.ccbcmd.edu/apply and complete the CCBC Continuing Education Workforce Certificate program 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.
Prior Learning Assessment
This program has no options for obtaining course waiver(s) for prior learning.
Program Course Sequence
Students must successfully complete Animal Reiki I and II. A stringent attendance policy will be enforced for Animal Reiki Certification Training Levels I and II.
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Course Number
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Course Title
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Course Hours
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Textbook Information
(approximate cost; subject to change)
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Costs
T=Tuition/F=Fees
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FIT 760
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Animal Reiki I
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7.5
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Shoden Animal Reiki Level I Training Manual will be provided and is included in the course cost.
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$149
T-$45/F-$104
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FIT 761
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Animal Reiki II
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7.5
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Okuden Animal Reiki Level II Training Manual by Animal Reiki Alliance - will be provided and is included in the course cost.
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$179
T-$54/$125
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Course Series Totals:
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15
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$328
T-$99/F-$229
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Contact Information
Director: Michelle McCallum | mmccallum@ccbcmd.edu | 443-840-1925 | Essex | BESS | 117