Equine Assisted Learning
ENROL NOWTransformational Learning Experiences with Horses
The Equine Psychotherapy Institute has empowered over a thousand teachers, youth workers, community workers, leadership consultants, disability support workers and horse enthusiasts to achieve their dreams—incorporating horses, animals, and nature into experiential learning and psychoeducational services that help clients develop life-changing skills for personal and professional growth.
Join the movement creating meaningful change in experiential learning and education.
Our internationally-renowned Equine Assisted Learning (EAL) training program is among the most comprehensive worldwide, preparing practitioners to create careers in partnership with horse wisdom for personal and professional development.
Will You Be Next?
Study our comprehensive training program in a format that suits you – in-person, online interactive or online self-paced
Gain confidence through hands-on demonstrations and practical learning.
Access the Institute Training Manual and an extensive online portal filled with theory, practice lectures, and skill-building materials.
Receive our acclaimed Equine Studies program for free – a bonus valued at over $800.
GAIN FROM 6x Individual Support Sessions to help you step into practice.
Join OUR GROWING community of over 1000 practitioners and receive ongoing support and guidance.
Begin your journey toward a fulfilling career including Equine Assisted Learning and Equine Assisted Education services.
$6000
(Plus GST)
Paid upfront
$2000
(Plus GST)
Paid in 3 installments
THE FIRST STEP CHANGES EVERYTHING.
This Training Is For You If You…
Are passionate about horses and helping people.
Are seeking a fulfilling career focused on education, learning, personal development and professional development services, and more specifically, delivering social-emotional skills, psychoeducation or leadership with horse wisdom.
Want to provide transformative personal development and professional growth opportunities.
Work in a field such as teaching, coaching, disability support, youth work, community work or horse coaching and education service-provision.
Value professional training that ensures safety and empowers you to make a real difference in people’s lives through equine-assisted learning.
TESTIMONIALS
Love From A Previous Student
Suzanne, Counsellor
My overall experience with The Institute and their model is one of utmost satisfaction and fulfilment both personally and professionally. From an administrative point of view, their staff are friendly, skilled and efficient professionals who promptly attend to all technical and administrative matters. They are dedicated to resolve any issues, present or arising, to everyone’s satisfaction in a professional and ethical manner.
Ivana, Psychologist
I could not recommend these teachings highly enough. Meg and the course was so effective and engaging. I felt both challenged and supported professionally and personally, and I have come away feeling very motivated. I feel very moved to have had this opportunity to pause and build greater awareness.
Ella, Social Worker
What is Equine Assisted Learning (EAL)?
Equine Assisted Learning (EAL) offers a unique, experiential approach to psychoeducation, developing social-emotional skills, personal growth, leadership and team-building. Clients engage with horses in safe, structured environments to achieve skill-building, educational, personal, and /or professional development goals. This is a fast-growing service modality and has shown promising results for children, adolescents, adults and professionals.
Training Delivery Options
We offer three flexible ways to complete your Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP) and Equine Assisted Learning (EAL) Foundation Training to suit your learning style:
In-Person Immersion (15 Days):
Experience a focused, in-person training at our Daylesford location each February. Best for learners who thrive in a hands-on, group environment.
Live Online (40 Weeks):
Join weekly, interactive Zoom sessions for guided learning and real-time discussions. Perfect for those who benefit from structured support and peer interaction.
Self-Paced Online (40 Weeks):
Receive weekly class topics and exercises via email, allowing you to learn at your own pace. Ideal for independent learners seeking flexibility.
What You Will Learn
Our training is designed to provide you with both the theoretical knowledge and practical skills to become an effective equine-assisted practitioner:
Understanding our curriculum and AWARE Approach™
Applying experiential and creative principles in client sessions.
Building ethical, professional boundaries and safety practices.
Developing skills in working with both clients and horses to achieve learning outcomes.
Learning equine studies, horse psychology and horse-human relational dynamics for effective equine interaction.
Preparing for a successful EAL practice, with business orientation for new practitioners.
WE’LL SUPPORT YOUR JOURNEY
Throughout your training, you will receive personalized guidance from Meg Kirby, the creator of the Institute Model and AWARE Approach™, as well as support from faculty including experienced counsellors, psychotherapists, qualified professionals and equine specialists. As an alumnus, you’ll have ongoing access to professional development, supervision, and a supportive community of like-minded practitioners.
As an Institute Alumni, you will receive benefits and support such as:
- Institute Network Group
- Institute Community Closed Facebook Group
- Institute Supervisors for CPD
- Institute Model Psychotherapy (as needed)
- Ongoing Professional Development opportunities – Advanced / Specialist Training, Conferences, Assisting in training etc.
- Lifetime access to the Institute Community of Practitioners forum
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EXPLORE THE FIELD OF EQUINE-ASSISTED PSYCHOTHERAPY WITH CLEAR AND WELL-RESEARCHED INSIGHTS SUITABLE AS BOTH AN INTRODUCTION OR TO DEEPEN YOUR TRAINING.
