CONTENTS
i. Acknowledgments
ii. Introduction
PART 1: Professional Qualifications, Training and Education
A. Differences Between Equine-Facilitated Learning (EFL) and Other Equine-Assisted Activities and Therapies
B. Which Professionals Use EFL in Their Work
C. Needed Credentials and Training Scope of Practice
D. Professional Ethics
E. Ethical Horse Management
F Federal and State Regulations That Apply to EFL
G. How to Become an EFL Professional
PART 2: Starting a Program
A. Examining Personal Goals, Strengths and Weaknesses
B. Basics of Designing a Program
C. Creating a Business Plan
D. Finding an Appropriate Facility
E. Marketing
F. Running a Pilot Program
PART 3: Managing a Program
A. Recruiting, Selecting and Training Support Staff and Volunteers
B. Partnering With Other Organizations and Referral Sources
C. Selecting and Caring for Equine Partners
D. Participant Selection/Screening/Intake Guidelines
E. Lesson Plans F. Mounted vs. Unmounted Activities
PART 4: Resources
A. PATH Intl. Documents and Resources
B. Suggested Reading
C. Curriculum
D. Professional Organizations
Learn more about why 813 centers, 7,000 members, and 63,000 participants choose PATH Intl. year after year.