Become a Certified
Animal Bodyworker
Certifications, courses, and professional tools for practitioners and pet owners — from equine massage to Class 4 laser therapy.
Trusted · Approved · Recognized
Graduates Are Eligible to Sit for the IAHAP Board Exam
Students who complete our certification programs qualify to sit for the International Association of Holistic Animal Practitioners (IAHAP) board exam — a recognized industry credential that validates your professional standing.
Select courses carry additional approvals from NCBTMB, IAAMB, ETAA, and NBCAAM.
What We Offer
Professional Certifications & Owner Courses
Whether you're launching a new career in animal bodywork or you just want to give your own animals the best possible care — our programs meet you where you are.
Certifications
Professional-level training in Equine, Canine, and Feline bodywork — become an insured, working practitioner.
Courses for Owners
Learn safe, effective bodywork & laser techniques to support the health of your own beloved animals at home.
Professional Tools
Class 4 & Class 3B lasers, LED therapy glove, ANMR release tool, and mechanical massage gun — everything you need to practice.
Step 1 · Foundation
Choose Your Certification Track
Our massage certifications are the foundation of your practitioner journey. Start with the species you love — then build on top with specialty modalities.
Equine
Massage certification for horses — the flagship program that started it all.
Explore →Canine
Massage certification for dogs of every breed, size, and age.
Explore →Feline
Bodywork certification for cats — a gentle, specialized approach.
Explore →All Species
Complete career bundle — Equine, Canine, and Feline foundations combined.
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Meet Your Instructor
Dr. Angelique Barbara
Dr. Angel brings a rare combination of Veterinary Pathology and Chiropractic training together with over a decade of hands-on holistic animal work — creating one of the most respected online certification programs in the industry.
Her mission: give every practitioner (and every animal lover) the tools, knowledge, and heart to make a real difference.
Student Stories
Hear It From Our Graduates
Real practitioners. Real animals. Real transformation. Watch how our certifications launched their careers.
More Voices From Our Community
Written reviews from certified graduates across the world.
"This course is in depth and very thorough. I took it to make a transition (or add to) my massage license on humans that I have held since 2002. If not for that knowledge and my career in radiologic sciences, it would have taken me a lot longer to complete. I most definitely feel the NCBTMB should grant more than twelve credits for this education. The class is well put together and the responses whenever I needed help with something was great. If I wasn't as old as I am, this course was enough to inspire me to pursue a more in depth career with animals. I hope to make it to Dr. Angel's place one day and meet all the turkeys and dogs and horses and pigs and, and, and..."
Dana Swoyer
Licensed Massage Therapist since 2002
"This was an amazing course. It was in-depth but very well taught. I learned so much and have been so excited to practice my techniques and share them with others. I love seeing the improvement in horses' overall health and mental well-being by adding regular massages to their schedules. This is a fantastic way to take care of our athletes and best friends and help them be the best versions of themselves. Highly recommend this course."
Brittany Courtney
Equine Massage Graduate
"Thank you thank you thank you! I have learned soo much taking this course, specifically equine anatomy (and more) and massage techniques. What I loved the most is this course allowed me to delve deeper. That is, I had the tools to figure out how and why I could help my horses and others! 5 stars!!"
Erica Jones
Equine Bodywork Student
"You get SOOO much information that at times it can feel overwhelming, but the more you review and go through the information, you understand just how exactly this program is very thorough in what you need to do a great job at massaging. Dr. Barbara has a great clear voice and relays the information in such a great way. I highly recommend this course!"
Jennifer Hurt
Certified Massage Graduate
"I took this course knowing a little about red light and infrared therapy and heard about cold laser from an animal urgent care. When I saw that they had a course on it, I decided to dive deeper. Not only did I learn the difference between cold laser, red light, and infrared — but also how it can tie in with acupressure points. Definitely would suggest this course in healing for animals and people. Thank you."
Wynne Davis
Cold Laser Therapy Graduate
"I am nearing the end of this course and I am impressed at how thorough the lesson preparation has been throughout. I also enjoy Dr. Barbara's videos — being able to see helps me to be able to practice, and she is a fantastic teacher. After 5 certifications, I took advantage of the Payment Plan for this course which made my education affordable. 5 Stars, highly recommend this course to everyone — even if you are not a professional, it will help you look after your own fur babies."
Margot Anderson
5-Certification Graduate · Payment Plan Student
Why Choose Us
What Makes Our Program Different
IAHAP Approved
Recognized by the International Association of Holistic Animal Practitioners — graduates are eligible to sit for the IAHAP board exam.
Veterinary Approved Curriculum
Built by Dr. Angelique Barbara — Vet Pathology & Chiropractic background.
11 Years Online
A proven, refined, lifetime-access program — not a brand-new experiment.
Global Community
Thousands of graduates worldwide — supportive, ongoing practitioner community.
Questions?
Frequently Asked
Are these courses accredited?
Yes. We are an IAHAP Approved Educational Provider, and select courses carry additional approvals from NCBTMB, IAAMB, ETAA, and NBCAAM. Graduates are eligible to sit for the IAHAP board exam.
Do I need to be a veterinarian?
No — our programs are designed for animal lovers, existing practitioners, groomers, trainers, and career-changers alike. We support every learning journey.
How long does certification take?
Each certification is fully self-paced. Most students finish a foundational massage cert in 2–6 months around their real life.
Can I register in multiple courses at once?
Absolutely — that's exactly what this page was built for. Choose your certification track, add specialty modalities, and grab the professional tools that pair with your studies — all in one cart.
Do I need to buy a tool with my course?
Not required, but strongly encouraged for hands-on modalities like laser therapy and ANMR. Bundling saves you money and gets you practicing on day one.
Ready to Change Lives —
Starting With Your Own?
Whether you're building a career or caring for a beloved animal at home — the path starts here.