🗝️Does this program offer in person, hands on learning?
No. I have completed many online programs from my Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration to ALL of my equine bodywork certifications- EVEN my equine osteopathy program! That being the case, I know what it takes to learn in an online environment and have made every effort to offer a variety of activities and opportunities for feedback on your assignments.
🗝️Do I need any state licensing or to be approved by a vet board?
No! In most places, animal massage is not regulated. The only state in the US that requires some level of licensing is Washington. This Certification is also sufficient in Canada. Please look into your local laws to verify. You can learn more about this topic and program accreditation on this
podcast episode. This is also covered more in the Keys to the Kingdom: Growing your Equine Therapy Business program that comes with the certification.
🗝️What if I complete this course and still can't solve a horse's problem?
The reality is that massage and bodywork are just one piece of the puzzle and while this program does go over A LOT of different topics that can impact your ability to help the horse- there are a lot of problems that are completely undetectable until a horse is autopsied/ dissected. We do discuss some of those situations in the mentoring group for all graduates to help you to make the biggest impact. Additionally, you can only do so much as a therapist. The owner has to be willing to be an active participant with homework exercises, nutrition and lifestyle changes for the horse for your work to be of the most benefit.
🗝️How thorough is this course?
This is no weekend or even week long course. This program will likely take you 6+ months to complete. There are written tests as well as hands on evaluations that you will video and submit for grading and feedback. You will need access to horses to complete this course. After you complete modules on anatomy, postural assessment, gait analysis, causes of pain, massage strokes & methods, and developing your intuition for healing, you will be asked to complete 3 case studies to show that you have a good understanding of all of the material covered. I am always available to answer questions. My goal for all of my students is that they become the best healer they can be for horses- because the horse is the reason we do what we do 💖