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Study Day: Introduction to Equine Facilitated Therapy
A study day for Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists and Speech and Language Therapists.
A study day for Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists and
Speech and Language Therapists who are interested in:
Gaining an insight into the amazing therapeutic attributes of a horse
Working with horses to help people with impairments
Assisting a Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA) group
Exploring equine/therapy combinations
This study day will provide a useful foundation for those who would like to undertake the ACPEA Advancing Practice Equine Facilitated Therapy for AHPs course with Ulster University.
Date: Saturday 12th August 2023 9am – 4.00pm
Venue: Coombe Park Equestrian and Education Centre, Coombe Park, Littlehempston, Totnes, TQ9 6LW
Programme: The day will consist of presentations, video footage of therapy interventions, an opportunity to assess equines and time for networking. Information covered will include:
The definition of Equine Facilitated Therapy (EFT)
The types and benefits of EFT
The shape and movements of an equine and its effect on a rider
Mounting and dismounting
Scope of practice and opportunities for practice
Cost: ACPEA members £20, non-members £40 (email Vicki Bennett if you would like to join ACPEA at: - secretary@acpea.org, or visit website www.acpea.org)
Applications: Email the course organiser, Elspeth O’Donnell elspethodonnell@gmail.com for application forms. There will be limited places.
You will need to bring a packed lunch. Coffee and tea provided.
Introduction to Equine Facilitated Therapy: A study day for Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech Therapists and Students
This is a course for therapists interested in finding out more about the benefits of riding therapy, whether you are working with children or young people with disabilities in mainstream or special education, or in the community.
There is a practical element to this course, so please dress appropriately.
Coffee and tea will be available but bring a pack lunch.
ACPEA members - £30 Non-members - £40
To book your place, please contact The Diamond Centre using the details given below.
Contact Details - Tel : 020 8643 7764 Email : admin@diamondcentre.org.uk Woodmansterne Road, Carshalton, Surrey SM5 4DT Website : www.diamondcentre.org.uk
Please see poster below for full details of course.
