*ONLINE PREP COURSE, FOOD AND ACCOMODATION INCLUDED*

At the end of the process you will be a qualified equine assisted learning practitioner, gaining an accredited Level 4 OCNCredit4Learning accredited qualification and may incorporate horses in three distinct unmounted nontherapy services: equine-assisted learning in education, equine-assisted learning in organisations, and equine-assisted learning in personal development. 

Equine-assisted learning in education engages people of all ages in learning processes that focus on academic skills, character development, and the promotion of relevant life skills such as problem-solving and critical thinking skills. Professionals providing these services should have extensive knowledge, training, or certifications related to learning theory and teaching methodology. To address the needs of groups of students, these professionals may develop contracts with schools or school systems, and integrate specific educational strategies. Specific educational strategies may support individual education plans and academic remediation.

Equine-assisted learning in organisations assists members of corporations, organizations, and other workgroups to build effective teams and leaders that enhance work dynamics and performance at multiple organizational levels. Professionals providing this service should have extensive knowledge, training, or certifications related to organizational theory, team building, strategic planning, or leadership development. To address the needs of clients, these professionals may also integrate various approaches or strategies (e.g., executive coaching, team-building, or group retreats) within their services.

Equine-assisted learning in personal development assists individuals and groups discover new ways to face life challenges and opportunities by developing skills in effective problem-solving, decision-making, critical and creative thinking, and communication. Professionals providing these services should have extensive knowledge, training, or certifications in facilitation, coaching, and teaching; they should also clearly understand how their services differ from psychotherapy and counseling. To address the needs of clients, these professionals may integrate various approaches or strategies (e.g., personal coaching, wellness-related activities), within their services.