Core Principles of Equine Assisted Services in Slovakia
Are you a volunteer at a hippotherapy center or would you like to become one? Are you interested in what hippotherapy is and how it works? Join our combined course for hippotherapy assistants in Slovakia!
E-learning portion – 50 hours
March 17, 2025
(5 modules, learn at your own pace, whenever it suits your schedule)
May 2-3, 2025
Black white horse,oz
Blahová 115, 93052, Slovakia
Completion of theoretical and practical tasks after each online lesson
Who is the course intended for?
This course was designed for assistants in hippo rehabilitation centers to gain a deeper understanding of hippotherapy. The assistant can also be the client’s companion – parents, caregivers and assistants of the client. After completing the course, you will understand the principles, safety and work procedures.
The minimum age is 16 years.
What will you learn during the course?
Our course focuses on acquiring theoretical and practical skills. What will you learn?
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Principles of hippotherapy and how it can positively affect human health
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How to utilize all aspects of the stable environment and the presence of horses
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History and development of hippotherapy – Hippotherapy associations around the world
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Main indications and contraindications be aware of preventive measures
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Therapeutic positions on horseback and how to properly assist a therapist or instructor
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Planting and non-planting securing the client on and around horses
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Team members and their roles in hippotherapy
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Factors contributing to safety in treatment sessions and hippotherapy program
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Potential emergencies and appropriate procedures
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How to communicate with the client and the client’s family
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Choosing and using hippotherapy equipment for the center, horses and clients
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Documentation and record keeping overview including hippotherapy program management and funding
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Overview of horse skills and knowledgeHorse development, body language, health, well-being, anatomy and physiology
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Therapy horseSelection, preparation and training and movement specificity
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Methods of handling horses in hippotherapyincluding current approaches to horse welfare
Accommodation
Vila Potôň 6.7 km from the ranch 2 accommodation options:
1st option is a separate room with private bathroom. The price is not yet known exactly as they are currently renovating it and it will be finished in 2 weeks, but it is around 50-60€ per person.
2nd option is a tourist hostel with shared bathroom facilities in the hallway, but everything is cozy and clean, price 20€ per person/night.Malkia Park 12km from the ranch, price €89 person/night, we can also transport those who don’t have a car to and from the accommodation free of charge.
Transport
Bus transport to the ranch is only possible during the week SAD Bratislava – Dunajská Streda via a transfer in the village of Legnice and in Legnice a transfer to the village of Blahová or a direct connection Šamorin – Blahová is required.
Train connection Bratislava – Komárno stop Legnice colony and from there we can pick up the participants with our cars and take them to the ranch and back.