THE COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO EQUINE-ASSISTED SERVICES Second Edition and
THE COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO EQUINE-ASSISTED SERVICES WORKBOOK
Available on Amazon.
Will be available on Amazon soon!
The Comprehensive Guide to
Equine-Assisted Services
Second Edition
"The Comprehensive Guide to Equine Assisted Services" is a revised peer-reviewed resource for the equine-assisted services (EAS) industry. It is a must-have reference and textbook for educators, students, administrators, and professionals involved in the EAS field. For the educator, this text offers an outline for curriculum; for the student, it provides complete, easy-to follow information; for the administrator, it offers an understanding of the complexities of the EAS industry, and for the EAS professional, it offers an in-depth resource for information ranging from disabilities to equine science. This comprehensive, newly updated and relevant textbook and guide addresses the equine-assisted services in a clear and understandable fashion, and will become an essential resource to all those working in this rapidly growing profession.
The Comprehensive Guide to
Equine-Assisted Services
Workbook
Building upon the foundation laid by the authors in
"The Comprehensive Guide to Equine-Assisted Services," this workbook pushes the boundaries of professional evaluation and learning. It is designed to encourage introspection, critical thinking, and skill advancement, providing a structured pathway for professionals to assess their knowledge, refine their practice, and contribute meaningfully to the field.
ABOUT THESE PUBLICATIONS
The field of equine-assisted services (EAS) have emerged as a transformative modality across therapeutic, education, and equestrian landscapes, harnessing the unique connection between humans and horses to foster healing, development, growth, and learning. As the field has evolved, so too has the need for comprehensive resources to support administrators, certified EAS instructors, instructors-in-training, therapists, mental health professionals, university professors and students, and equine professionals in their ongoing professional development in the EAS industry.
The Comprehensive Guide to Equine-Assisted Services, second edition was published in 2024. Coming soon is its companion, an extensive workbook, which addresses this need offering further information, exercises, and test questions designed to challenge and empower EAS professionals.
KEY HIGHLIGHTS
We’re proud to present The Comprehensive Guide to Equine-Assisted Services,
a peer-reviewed publication for the equine-assisted services (EAS) industry, plus
The Comprehensive Guide to Equine-Assisted Services Workbook.
Take a look at the highlights below to learn more about the contents.
The Comprehensive Guide
to Equine-Assisted Services
"The Comprehensive Guide to EAS
is an essential resource for undergraduate students pursuing a career in the equine-assisted services field. The outstanding photographs, well-organized text, and case studies provide real-world examples vital
to understanding the nuances
of the EAS industry."
Erika Berg, PhD, CTRI, ATRI, EMHL
A Companion Workbook
The workbook, a companion to the textbook will soon be available for the Equine-Assisted Services (EAS) industry. Both books would not have been possible without the help of colleagues, and many EAS professionals.
The workbook...
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summarizes key concepts, providing clear and accessible explanations.
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has exercises and test questions. Users are prompted to apply their understanding to real-world scenarios, which helps deepen comprehension and retention.
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guides EAS professionals in evaluating their professional position, and strengths.
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helps students and professionals identify areas to further one's knowledge and skills within a rapidly evolving field.
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is a resource for instructors and mentors to facilitate classroom learning, supervise hands-on experiences, and create customized assessment plans for trainees.
A Look Inside
The Comprehensive Guide to Equine-Assisted Services
and
Workbook
Table of Contents
Teaching Techniques
Teaching Strategies
Mounts and Dismounts
Volunteers
Breeds, Types, and Classes of Horses
Equine Health
Equine Nutrition
Equine Conformation and Soundness
Equine Behavior and Special Senses
The Equine Professional
Section, Training, and Maintenance of the Horse in EAS
Grooming, Tack, and Equipment
The EAS Facility
History
Business Principles
Ethics
EAS Programs
Human Anatomy
Physical Disabilities
Cognitive and Learning Disabilities
Language and Speech Disorders
Sensory Disorders
Mental Health Diagnosis and Behavior
Professional Certification and Responsibilities
Program Participant
Lesson Plan
