Those practitioners just starting out in professional equine bodywork , or those who study it more casually, may enjoy this short three-hour online course on developing an ethical, principle-based practice. It is also a helpful guideline if you as a horse owner are seeking to hire an equine bodyworker and want to know what their scope of practice should be.

As the industry becomes more competitive, it is important to clarify ethical bodywork practice that ensures the safety and comfort of clients, both horse and human, and dog where pertinent.

Topics can range from where to work with a horse, how to work synergistically with other practitioners in your field, and how to work with horses without the owner present, how to manage your energy in the work environment.

Some areas may include:

• Develop a global, empathetic understanding.
• Acquire necessary information.
• Education for the client, including offering demos.
• Understand the scope of your practice.
• How to cultivate a network of practitioners, professionals, etc. to refer your clients to if and when you feel the horse would benefit from their expertise.

Enjoy studying from the comfort of your home this winter with like-minded individuals. The class will include videos, handout, and some connecting exercises.