Equine Assisted Learning is a hands on way to help people build life skills through guided, ground based experiences with horses. Sessions are objective driven, the horse is the teacher, and you are the facilitator who helps clients see what the horse is showing them and how it applies to their real life.

You set up the exercise, watch the horse for feedback, and step in at the right moment to guide the learning. You are not fixing people or “doing therapy” to them. You are translating what the horse is saying so that clients can see patterns, build skills, and make their own decisions about how to move forward.

No. You do not need to be a therapist or hold a degree to become certified. This is life skills and skills development, not therapy. Therapists and counsellors are very welcome and often add this model to their work, but it is not required to succeed.

No. There is no diagnosis, treatment, or digging into people’s past. This work focuses on building life skills like communication, leadership, boundaries, confidence, and trust. The horse teaches in the moment. You guide the learning safely and ethically.

You complete your online theory at your own pace, then attend a three day practical or complete your No Travel Training from home. Most students finish within a few weeks to a few months, depending on life, work, and family.

Yes. You get a bonus three day practical with real horses and real clients at one of our world class facilities in Canada, the USA, or Australia, or you can choose our No Travel option and learn from your own arena. Both paths give you full certification.

No. You can complete the certification without owning horses or property. Many graduates partner with barns, riding schools, or private owners once they are certified and ready to launch their programs.

Yes. Graduates work in multiple countries and secure insurance successfully. We are globally accredited, supported by a governing body, and partnered with Equine Guelph at the University of Guelph. This gives you credibility and professional backing when you speak with barns, schools, organizations, and insurers.

We put the welfare of the horse first, always. We give you real curriculum, real business training, and lifetime support, not just a weekend experience and a certificate. Many students come to us after other certifications saying they still did not know how to move forward. We are here to make sure you do.

No. You need to be able to move safely around horses, follow safety guidelines, and be willing to keep learning. This work is about communication, observation, and facilitation, not riding or performance training.

It is everything. We work with horses, not use them. You learn their language, culture, and needs so that every session honours their well being physically, mentally, and emotionally. If it is not good for the horse, it does not belong in our programs.

The horse reacts honestly to human behaviour, intention, and energy. They show us when something is unclear, pushy, disconnected, or congruent. You learn to read those responses so that the horse can lead the learning and the client can see the truth without you ever having to “tell” them.

Yes. You dive into horse behaviour, herd dynamics, body language, stress signals, personality traits, and what makes a true lesson horse. You also learn when a lesson horse needs a break, re-schooling, or a different role.

Yes. Our governing body, The EAL Network, sets global standards for safety, ethics, and horse welfare. We also partner with Equine Guelph, The Horse Owner’s Centre at the University of Guelph, for ongoing education and welfare standards.

It is your ready to go business in a box. You get program materials, lesson plans, research based exercises, marketing templates, pricing guidance, website support, videos, graphics, and tools so you do not have to create everything from scratch.

Yes. You leave with a complete curriculum, a clear offer, pricing guidance, marketing tools, and a step by step plan to start working with real clients. You are not left staring at a blank page wondering, “Now what?”

Yes. Many graduates run paid programs for youth, adults, schools, non profits, and corporate teams. Your business training shows you how to price, package, market, and retain clients so that you have both impact and income.

That depends on your time, focus, and local connections, but many graduates begin running their first paid programs within months of certification. We help you start small, build momentum, and grow at a pace that fits your life.

Yes. We explain how your certification, supplies, and set up can be business expenses and what to ask your accountant. You learn about ROI, write offs, and simple ways to track the numbers so your business makes sense on paper and in your bank account.

Perfect. Most of our students are horse people who never saw themselves as entrepreneurs. That is why we built the Instant Business Pack and ongoing coaching. You do not have to figure it out alone or become a marketing guru overnight.

Yes. We offer flexible payment options so you can get started without waiting years. Full pay and payment plan details are on the registration page, and you can always ask us if you need clarity.

All prices are in Canadian dollars. Depending on your country, the exchange rate often means you pay less in your local currency. You can look up “CAD to [your currency]” to see today’s rate.

There is one main investment for your certification. After your first year, there is a small thirty dollar Canadian annual community fee to help support ongoing training, resources, and our global platform. That is it.

We are a Canadian company with headquarters in Calgary, Alberta, and Terrey Hills, New South Wales, Australia. We also host in person trainings in other locations listed on our Certification page.

Yes. We can provide a PDF of your certificate for insurance or organizations that request documentation.

Yes. The course platform is simple and step by step. You can pause, rewind, and replay as often as you like. If you get stuck, we are only a message away and genuinely happy to walk you through it.

Yes. Many students join us after other trainings because they are still missing the “how” to move forward, run programs, and build a sustainable business. Our certification gives you a complete model, curriculum, and business framework you can actually use.

We are creating additional options like the Horse Hotline and business specific trainings. If you already hold a certification and want to deepen your horse knowledge or business skills, reach out and we will help you choose the best path.

You can work with youth, adults, women’s groups, men’s groups, schools, faith based communities, non profits, first responders, corporate teams, leadership groups, families, and more. Your training helps you choose your focus and build programs that fit.

No. We give you a proven framework and curriculum that can be adapted to many different markets. You decide who you feel most called to help, and we help you reach them.

You can start part time, weekends, or alongside another job. Some graduates stay part time. Others grow into full time careers. The beauty is that you choose what works for your life and your family.

You get lifetime mentorship, ongoing training, and access to our private international community. You are never “kicked out” or left on your own once the course ends. Your success matters to us.

It means you can ask “Now what?” questions any time. It means you get updates as we learn new things about horses, business, and facilitation. It means you are part of a global herd that believes in you and wants you to succeed.

Your certification is a one time investment. For as long as you are certified with us, you have access to our support, community, and ongoing training. You can divorce us, but we do not divorce you.

No. That is exactly when you need support the most. When real people and real horses are in front of you, we are here to help you navigate questions, ideas, challenges, and next steps.

No. There is no riding in this certification. All exercises are done on the ground beside the horse. This keeps focus on learning, safety, and the horse’s feedback.

Yes. Safety is built into every part of the training and the programs. You learn how to set up the environment, manage groups, read the horse, and step in at the right time so that everyone feels safe, supported, and respected.

Clients build confidence, communication skills, boundaries, leadership, problem solving, and self awareness. They stand taller, speak clearer, and often leave saying, “I had no idea I could do that.”

It is both real and fun. There are big “aha” moments, lots of laughter, some tears, and plenty of surprises. People get to play, try, make mistakes, figure things out, and feel proud of themselves. Learning feels alive.

This is a real career path. You learn a proven model, receive global certification, and get a full business package to help you launch. You are not just collecting another certificate. You are building a future with your horses and your clients.

In many ways it is like getting a specialized degree in equine assisted facilitation and horse based business, except you also get lifelong support. You cannot call your professor five years later and ask, “What do I do next?” You can call us.

Yes. We share what has worked for us and for hundreds of facilitators worldwide. You get templates, examples, and guidance so you are not reinventing the wheel with every form and policy.

We would love to talk it through with you. No pressure, no push. Just real answers so you can feel confident in your decision for yourself, your horses, and your future. 
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