FAQs

Yes!

You do not need to complete a module before registering for the next one. Our core certification courses often sell out months in advance, so we recommend that students register for all their core certification courses as soon as they know their schedules.

Yes!

Each Rehabilitation certification has three in-person classes followed by the internship. The courses must be taken in the following order:

CCRT (DVMs, PTs)

• Introduction to Canine Rehabilitation
• Clinical Skills for the Rehabilitation Therapist
• Clinical Applications for the Rehabilitation Therapist
• Internship

CCRVT/CCRVN/CCRA (veterinary technicians, nurses, assistants)

• Introduction to Canine Rehabilitation
• Concepts for the Rehabilitation Team
• Canine Therapeutic Exercise
• Internship

The Acupuncture Certification (CVAT - DVMs only) also must be taken in order:

• Introduction to Veterinary Medical Acupuncture
• Acupuncture for Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation
• Canine and Feline Medical Acupuncture

No.

We require a 50% deposit (non-refundable) to register for the course. Ninety days before the start of class, the other 50% will be collected. The credit card you use to pay your deposit will be used to process the remaining balance. Please get in touch with us if you need to change the payment option.

Note! Please do not make non-refundable travel plans until you receive a confirmation email from CRI for the course you registered for.

We require the following items to be uploaded at the time of registration:

• Current Photo
• Current Professional License (veterinarians, physical therapists, licensed veterinary technicians, physical therapist assistants, occupational therapists, occupational therapist assistant, athletic trainer)
• Letter of recommendation if you are a non-licensed veterinary assistant

Occasionally, a credit card transaction will be declined by your bank because of the amount of the charge or the location it is coming from. Please follow these tips to prepare to pay your deposit and balance when registering for a class:

• Verify that your credit limit is set to accept the payment amount in US dollars
• Notify your issuing bank that an international transaction is coming from Canine Rehabilitation Institute

Please note:

Wire transfers are an acceptable payment method; however, they are costly, and the details are cumbersome. CRI's wire transfer fee will add $75 to your tuition balance. Furthermore, your bank will most likely add a wire transfer fee.

Please add our email to your contacts: [email protected]

This is VERY important because we will email you course information, updates, and content. You don't want to miss out on vital details!

CRI is the Premier Hands-on learning Rehabilitation and Acupuncture Certification and Continuing Education Source

Everyone has their reasons for choosing their path of learning. We feel the following things make CRI shine!

• Hands-on, Practical Learning (we offer 2-3 times MORE hands-on learning than the other programs)
• World Class Educators
• Small Class Size
• Professional Collaboration
• Evidence-based, Up to date education
• Live Dog Professors
• Year-Round Education
• Multiple Certifications
• Continuing Education
• Community Focused
• Dedicated facility just for CRI students

Our program boasts a track record of high performance spanning over 20 years.

Canine Rehabilitation Institute is a RACE CE provider, and all courses have been approved by the American Association of Veterinary State Boards (AAVSB).

Additionally, our Acupuncture program is approved by the American Academy of Veterinary Acupuncture (AAVA).

Do you mean...Are there direct flights to Springfield, Missouri?

Yes! Springfield, Missouri, is located right in the middle of the US. We have direct flights from Charlotte, Atlanta, Chicago, Denver, Houston, and Dallas. You will likely have a layover if you live closer to one of the coasts. This is also true for International students. We promise it will be worth the extra flight once you get settled in!

Simply put, the new owners of CRI, Dwight and Kara Amstutz, their children, and extended family call Springfield home.

CRI offers courses year-round, and for many months, we have multiple classes. The move to Missouri was made for CRI to be a sustainable business and work with the Amstutz family life. This transition has allowed CRI a permanent location designed to meet our student's needs, a steady stream of volunteer Dog Professors, improved student experience with our complimentary shuttle service, and much more. Many of our students who visited our previous location have commented on how much of an improvement CRI's Headquarters are!