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At CRI, our mission is to restore passion for the practitioner, restore hope for the pet parent, and restore health for the pet through unparalleled evidence-based education in physical rehabilitation and acupuncture.
Our ultimate goal is to bring rehabilitation and acupuncture expertise to every community. Join us!
Certified Canine Rehabilitation Therapist (CCRT)
Certification in Veterinary Medical Acupuncture (CVAT)
Certified Canine Rehabilitation Veterinary Technician/Nurse (CCRVT/CCRVN)
Certified Canine Rehabilitation Assistant (CCRA)
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Learning doesn't stop with certifications. Our team creates next-level CE courses to continue your hands-on and practical learning. New classes are always in the works to further your knowledge and care for your patients.
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Browse CRI's Courses- Continuing Education
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Introduction to Diagnostic Musculoskeletal Ultrasound
May. 16 – May. 17
Springfield, Missouri, USA
- Continuing Education
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Introduction to Diagnostic Musculoskeletal Ultrasound
- Georgette Goorchenko, DVM, MS, DACVR
- Juliette Hart, DVM, MS, DACVSMR, CVA, CCRT
May. 16 – May. 17
Springfield, Missouri, USA
Course Description
Diagnostic Musculoskeletal Ultrasound is used for diagnosis and treatment progression of soft tissue injuries. Add this tool to your diagnostic capability now!- Continuing Education
Myofascial Techniques for the Rehabilitation Team
May. 31 – Jun. 2
Springfield, Missouri, USA
- Continuing Education
Myofascial Techniques for the Rehabilitation Team
- Solange Mikail, DVM, DACVSMR
May. 31 – Jun. 2
Springfield, Missouri, USA
Course Description
Take your soft tissue skills to the next level with a variety of myofascial techniques including Kinesiotape using IASTM tools (flossing, cupping, blades).- CCRT
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Clinical Skills for the Rehabilitation Therapist
Jun. 24 – Jun. 26
Velm, Belgium
- CCRT
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Clinical Skills for the Rehabilitation Therapist
- Kara Amstutz, DVM, DACVSMR, CVA, CVPP, CCRT
- Amber Kenney, MPT, MTC, CKTP, CCRT
- Ellen Martens, PT, MT, CCRT, VC
- Elizabeth Williams, DVM, CVA, CCRT
2 of 4
Jun. 24 – Jun. 26
Velm, Belgium
Course Description
Take your assessment and treatment planning to the next level with the second of four modules in the CCRT certification program!- CCRT
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Clinical Applications for the Rehabilitation Therapist
Jun. 27 – Jun. 28
Velm, Belgium
- CCRT
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Clinical Applications for the Rehabilitation Therapist
- Kara Amstutz, DVM, DACVSMR, CVA, CVPP, CCRT
- Amber Kenney, MPT, MTC, CKTP, CCRT
- Ellen Martens, PT, MT, CCRT, VC
- Elizabeth Williams, DVM, CVA, CCRT
3 of 4
Jun. 27 – Jun. 28
Velm, Belgium
Course Description
Prepare yourself for a career in rehabilitation therapy by learning how to integrate all the necessary components and apply them to your patients.- CCRT
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Clinical Skills for the Rehabilitation Therapist
Jul. 18 – Jul. 20
Brisbane, Australia
- CCRT
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Clinical Skills for the Rehabilitation Therapist
- Kara Amstutz, DVM, DACVSMR, CVA, CVPP, CCRT
- Amber Kenney, MPT, MTC, CKTP, CCRT
- Patsy Mich, DVM, MS, DABVP, DACVAA, DACVSMR, CCRT
2 of 4
Jul. 18 – Jul. 20
Brisbane, Australia
Course Description
Take your assessment and treatment planning to the next level with the second of four modules in the CCRT certification program!- CCRT
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Clinical Applications for the Rehabilitation Therapist
Jul. 21 – Jul. 22
Brisbane, Australia
- CCRT
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Clinical Applications for the Rehabilitation Therapist
- Kara Amstutz, DVM, DACVSMR, CVA, CVPP, CCRT
- Amber Kenney, MPT, MTC, CKTP, CCRT
- Patsy Mich, DVM, MS, DABVP, DACVAA, DACVSMR, CCRT
3 of 4
Jul. 21 – Jul. 22
Brisbane, Australia
Course Description
Prepare yourself for a career in rehabilitation therapy by learning how to integrate all the necessary components and apply them to your patients.- CCRT
Clinical Skills for the Rehabilitation Therapist
Aug. 12 – Aug. 14
Springfield, Missouri, USA
- CCRT
Clinical Skills for the Rehabilitation Therapist
- Kara Amstutz, DVM, DACVSMR, CVA, CVPP, CCRT
- Amber Kenney, MPT, MTC, CKTP, CCRT
- Patsy Mich, DVM, MS, DABVP, DACVAA, DACVSMR, CCRT
- Angie Pace, DPT, MTC, CCRT
2 of 4
Aug. 12 – Aug. 14
Springfield, Missouri, USA
Course Description
Take your assessment and treatment planning to the next level with the second of four modules in the CCRT certification program!- CCRT
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Clinical Applications for the Rehabilitation Therapist
Aug. 15 – Aug. 16
Springfield, Missouri, USA
- CCRT
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Clinical Applications for the Rehabilitation Therapist
- Kara Amstutz, DVM, DACVSMR, CVA, CVPP, CCRT
- Amber Kenney, MPT, MTC, CKTP, CCRT
- Patsy Mich, DVM, MS, DABVP, DACVAA, DACVSMR, CCRT
- Elizabeth Williams, DVM, CVA, CCRT
3 of 4
Aug. 15 – Aug. 16
Springfield, Missouri, USA
Course Description
Prepare yourself for a career in rehabilitation therapy by learning how to integrate all the necessary components and apply them to your patients.- CVAT
Veterinary Medical Acupuncture for Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation…
Aug. 19 – Aug. 22
Springfield, Missouri, USA
- CVAT
Veterinary Medical Acupuncture for Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation Patients
- Kara Amstutz, DVM, DACVSMR, CVA, CVPP, CCRT
- Lindsey Fry, DVM, DACVSMR, cVMA, CVPP, CCRP
- Wendy Herlihy, DVM, cVMA, CCRT
- Alice B. Meuten, DVM, DACVSMR, MS-TCVM, Cert. AVCA, CVA, CCRT, CVTP, CVFT, CVCH, CYT
- Elizabeth Williams, DVM, CVA, CCRT
2 of 3
Aug. 19 – Aug. 22
Springfield, Missouri, USA
Course Description
The second step in the CVAT certification journey will deepen your knowledge and add clinical and practical ways to approach your Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation Cases.- CCRT
- CCRVT/CCRVN
- CCRA
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Introduction to Canine Rehabilitation
Aug. 26 – Aug. 29
Springfield, Missouri, USA
- CCRT
- CCRVT/CCRVN
- CCRA
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Introduction to Canine Rehabilitation
- Kara Amstutz, DVM, DACVSMR, CVA, CVPP, CCRT
- Amber Kenney, MPT, MTC, CKTP, CCRT
- Patsy Mich, DVM, MS, DABVP, DACVAA, DACVSMR, CCRT
1 of 4
Aug. 26 – Aug. 29
Springfield, Missouri, USA
Course Description
Start your journey into the wonderful world of Canine Rehabilitation! This course will set a solid foundation to build your knowledge and skills to help your patients in new and beneficial ways.- Continuing Education
The Business of Canine Rehabilitation
Sep. 18 – Sep. 18
Online
- Continuing Education
The Business of Canine Rehabilitation
- Kara Amstutz, DVM, DACVSMR, CVA, CVPP, CCRT
- Amy Kramer, PT, DPT, CCRT
- Francisco Maia, PT, DPT, CCRT
Sep. 18 – Sep. 18
Online
Course Description
Learn how to start, grow, and optimize your rehabilitation practice from industry leaders in the field of canine rehabilitation! Watch pre-course videos and join us for three evening group discussions via Zoom!- Continuing Education
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Advanced Diagnostic Musculoskeletal Ultrasound
Oct. 3 – Oct. 4
Springfield, Missouri, USA
- Continuing Education
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Advanced Diagnostic Musculoskeletal Ultrasound
- Georgette Goorchenko, DVM, MS, DACVR
- Juliette Hart, DVM, MS, DACVSMR, CVA, CCRT
Oct. 3 – Oct. 4
Springfield, Missouri, USA
Course Description
Take your diagnostic musculoskeletal ultrasound skills to the next level with our Advanced MSK class!- CVAT
Canine and Feline Medical Acupuncture
Oct. 7 – Oct. 10
Springfield, Missouri, USA
- CVAT
Canine and Feline Medical Acupuncture
- Kara Amstutz, DVM, DACVSMR, CVA, CVPP, CCRT
- Lindsey Fry, DVM, DACVSMR, cVMA, CVPP, CCRP
- Wendy Herlihy, DVM, cVMA, CCRT
- Alice B. Meuten, DVM, DACVSMR, MS-TCVM, Cert. AVCA, CVA, CCRT, CVTP, CVFT, CVCH, CYT
- Elizabeth Williams, DVM, CVA, CCRT
3 of 3
Oct. 7 – Oct. 10
Springfield, Missouri, USA
Course Description
The final step of the CVAT certification explores acupuncture's benefits for dogs and cats with medical conditions.- CCRA
- CCRVT/CCRVN
Concepts for the Rehabilitation Team
Oct. 14 – Oct. 16
Springfield, Missouri, USA
- CCRA
- CCRVT/CCRVN
Concepts for the Rehabilitation Team
- Kara Amstutz, DVM, DACVSMR, CVA, CVPP, CCRT
- Cara Blake, DVM, DACVS, CCRT
- Suzie Stoke, MSPT, CCRT
- Chris Warner, RVT, CCRVN
2 of 4
Oct. 14 – Oct. 16
Springfield, Missouri, USA
Course Description
This course will build on your knowledge base to prepare you for action in a busy rehabilitation practice.- CCRA
- CCRVT/CCRVN
Canine Therapeutic Exercise
Oct. 17 – Oct. 18
Springfield, Missouri, USA
- CCRA
- CCRVT/CCRVN
Canine Therapeutic Exercise
- Suzie Stoke, MSPT, CCRT
3 of 4
Oct. 17 – Oct. 18
Springfield, Missouri, USA
Course Description
Master your understanding of exercise treatment plans, modifications, and conditioning for your rehabilitation patients!- CCRT
Clinical Skills for the Rehabilitation Therapist
Nov. 11 – Nov. 13
Springfield, Missouri, USA
- CCRT
Clinical Skills for the Rehabilitation Therapist
- Kara Amstutz, DVM, DACVSMR, CVA, CVPP, CCRT
- Amber Kenney, MPT, MTC, CKTP, CCRT
- Patsy Mich, DVM, MS, DABVP, DACVAA, DACVSMR, CCRT
- Angie Pace, DPT, MTC, CCRT
2 of 4
Nov. 11 – Nov. 13
Springfield, Missouri, USA
Course Description
Take your assessment and treatment planning to the next level with the second of four modules in the CCRT certification program!- CCRT
Clinical Applications for the Rehabilitation Therapist
Nov. 14 – Nov. 15
Springfield, Missouri, USA
- CCRT
Clinical Applications for the Rehabilitation Therapist
- Kara Amstutz, DVM, DACVSMR, CVA, CVPP, CCRT
- Amber Kenney, MPT, MTC, CKTP, CCRT
- Patsy Mich, DVM, MS, DABVP, DACVAA, DACVSMR, CCRT
- Elizabeth Williams, DVM, CVA, CCRT
3 of 4
Nov. 14 – Nov. 15
Springfield, Missouri, USA
Course Description
Prepare yourself for a career in rehabilitation therapy by learning how to integrate all the necessary components and apply them to your patients.- Continuing Education
Exercise Physiology of the Working Canine
Jan. 4 – Jan. 7
Big Lake, Alaska, USA
- Continuing Education
Exercise Physiology of the Working Canine
- Michale Davis, DVM, PH.D, DACVIM, DACVSMR
Jan. 4 – Jan. 7
Big Lake, Alaska, USA
Course Description
Join us in Alaska for a comprehensive course on canine exercise physiology and hands-on experience with elite canine athletes — Alaskan Husky sled dogs! Attendees will learn how to drive a sled dog team and have the opportunity to drive their own team in the vast wilderness of this area with stunning views of Denali.- CCRT
- CCRVT/CCRVN
- CCRA
Introduction to Canine Rehabilitation
Jan. 10 – Jan. 13
Springfield, Missouri, USA
- CCRT
- CCRVT/CCRVN
- CCRA
Introduction to Canine Rehabilitation
- Kara Amstutz, DVM, DACVSMR, CVA, CVPP, CCRT
- Cara Blake, DVM, DACVS, CCRT
- Jordan Gibson, DVM, CCRT
- Amber Kenney, MPT, MTC, CKTP, CCRT
- Patrice Mich, DVM, DACVP, DACVAA, DACVSMR, CCRT
1 of 4
Jan. 10 – Jan. 13
Springfield, Missouri, USA
Course Description
Start your journey into the wonderful world of Canine Rehabilitation! This course will set a solid foundation to build your knowledge and skills to help your patients in new and beneficial ways.- CCRT
- CCRVT/CCRVN
- CCRA
- Coming Soon
Introduction to Canine Rehabilitation
Mar. 7 – Mar. 10
Springfield, Missouri, USA
- CCRT
- CCRVT/CCRVN
- CCRA
- Coming Soon
Introduction to Canine Rehabilitation
- Kara Amstutz, DVM, DACVSMR, CVA, CVPP, CCRT
- Cara Blake, DVM, DACVS, CCRT
- Jordan Gibson, DVM, CCRT
- Amber Kenney, MPT, MTC, CKTP, CCRT
- Patrice Mich, DVM, DACVP, DACVAA, DACVSMR, CCRT
1 of 4
Mar. 7 – Mar. 10
Springfield, Missouri, USA
Course Description
Start your journey into the wonderful world of Canine Rehabilitation! This course will set a solid foundation to build your knowledge and skills to help your patients in new and beneficial ways.Our Story
CRI provides hope and healing through education for students and practitioners with a passion for providing a restorative path forward for pets. We do this through expert curriculum and hands-on experience through courses and learning.
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