The Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International (PATH Intl.), a federally registered 501(c)3, leads the advancement of professional equine-assisted services by supporting our members and stakeholders through rigorously developed standards, credentialing and education.
Equest offers PATH Intl. Workshops & Certifications, on-demand certifications for registered and advanced levels, and a la carte options for those needing CTRI prerequisites.
EQUINE SPECIALIST IN MENTAL HEALTH & LEARNING
March 15 - March 18, 2024
Looking to become certified as an ESMHL? Equest will host a PATH International Equine Specialist in Mental Health and Learning Workshop and Skills Test. Click below to register through PATH.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: February 14, 2024. | Questions? Contact Kirsten Cozart at kcozart@equest.org.
A PATH Intl. Equine Specialist in Mental Health and Learning (ESMHL) ensures the safety and well-being of the equine participating in equine-facilitated mental health and learning sessions. She/he serves as the equine expert during equine/human interactions. The ESMHL works with mental health or education providers delivering services, incorporating equines in their practice, within the scope of their profession. An ESMHL must be knowledgeable in horsemanship and understands how to collaborate with a mental health therapist and/or educator to best meet the client’s needs and keep the lesson safe. ESMHLs also have a general knowledge of mental health and education processes.
ESMHLs have a thorough understanding of the ways equine behavior affects human responses and evaluate the role of the equine during the mental health or education sessions they supervise. The ESMHL maintains responsibility for the equine, assesses the equine’s response to any interactions, and prohibits or stops any activity that compromises the well-being of the equine. She/he ensures that equine interactions within the session are safe.