Equine Assisted Services
Durham
Life Sciences & Agriculture::Animal Sciences
Credits: 4.0
Class Size: 30
Term:
Fall 2024
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Full Term (08/26/2024
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12/09/2024)
CRN:
16678
Grade Mode:
Letter Grading
Special Fees: $40.00
Comprehensive examination of Equine Assisted Services including types of therapeutic riding and its physical, cognitive, and emotional benefits for clients with a variety of disabilities. Topics include hippotherapy, therapeutic riding, equine-facilitated mental health, youth at risk, therapeutic vaulting, carriage driving, equipment needs/modifications, special considerations for selecting and training the therapy horse, and the role of the volunteer therapist and instructor. Students have the opportunity to work with horses and riders in the UNH Therapeutic Riding Program during labs, as well as view other programs on mandatory field trips.
Registration Approval Required. Contact Instructor or Academic Department for permission then register through Webcat.
Instructors:
Madeline Cicatelli
,
Elizabeth Johnson
Times & Locations
| Start Date | End Date | Days | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8/26/2024 | 12/9/2024 | MW | 2:10pm - 3:30pm | BART B134 |
| 8/26/2024 | 12/9/2024 | M | 4:00pm - 7:00pm | BART B134 |
| Final Exam12/13/2024 | 12/13/2024 | F | 3:30pm - 5:30pm | BART B134 |
Booklist
| Book | Details |
|---|---|
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COMPRE.GDE.TO EQUINE-ASSISTED ACT....
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by DEWKETT
Required
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