North Carolina State University

The Business of Canine Rehabilitation

Course Overview


The Business of Canine Rehabilitation course was designed to equip professionals with the knowledge and skills to establish and run a successful canine rehabilitation facility. Participants will learn about market trends, effective business strategies, facility planning, and advanced treatment modalities. Through interactive case studies, real-world applications, and the latest industry insights, this course will prepare you to thrive in the competitive field of canine rehabilitation.

Our lead instructor, Dr. Deb Torraca, created the original “The Business of Canine Rehabilitation Course” in 2013. Much has changed in the world of canine rehabilitation, including the business considerations of owning and operating a canine rehabilitation practice. As a successful canine rehabilitation practice owner, Dr. Torraca has been at the forefront of these changes.

She has teamed up with Anthony Schena to provide the most up to date and relevant information for the business side of canine rehabilitation. The Business of Canine Rehabilitation course is a valuable resource for those that own their own canine rehabilitation practice, future rehabbers/owners, and those that are affiliated with an existing practice that offers canine rehabilitation.

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Prerequisites and Intended Audience:

  • Veterinarians
  • Licensed Veterinary Technicians
  • Physical Therapists
  • Physical Therapy Assistants
  • Occupational Therapists
  • Students in one of the professions
  • Practice Managers

Course Topics:

  • The foundation and benefits of canine physical therapy
  • Understanding and implementing comprehensive treatment strategies
  • Planning, zoning and permit considerations
  • Modalities, Popular Equipment and Recommended fee structures
  • Utilizing Effective Business Strategies, Marketing and Social Media
  • The rehab team: staffing, training, and retention
  • Understanding and maintaining successful staff-client interactions
  • Develop a business plan for setting up and running a rehabilitation facility.
  • Recognize the importance of creating a therapeutic environment that is also financially sustainable

Full Price:  $599.00



Continuing Education Credits:

RACE Approved for 14 hours 

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GOAL

Our goal is to equip professionals with a shared passion for learning, providing them with the tools and knowledge necessary to excel in the fast-growing and competitive field of canine rehabilitation.

Course Outline

  1. Introduction to the Business of Canine Rehab, The Benefits of Canine Physical Therapy, Foundations of Canine Rehabilitation
  2. Treatments
  3. Market and Consumer Demand
  4. Staffing Your Facility
  5. Facility Planning & Zoning
  6. Space Considerations & Facility Design
  7. Flooring & Ventilation Best Practices
  8. Designing Treatment Areas & Kennels
  9. Additional Needs
  10. Fitness Equipment for Canine Rehab
  11. Modalities
  12. Aquatic Equipment
  13. Additional Equipment

Instructors

Program Sponsors

Deb Gross Torraca

Deb Gross Torraca

DPT, MSPT, Diplomat ABPTS, CCRP, CCAT
AnthonySchena

Anthony Schena

PTA, CCAT