Are you dedicated to the health and wellbeing of horses and looking to advance your expertise? At Wolds Equine Rehabilitation & Training, in Horncastle, we offer accredited courses nationwide designed to transform your passion into a professional career. Our comprehensive program certifies you to become a Professional Equine Sports & Rehabilitation Massage Therapist (Cert. ESMT) efficiently. As IAAMB/ACWT-approved education providers, we deliver exceptional equine massage training. Accredited by UK Rural Skills and recognised by the International Association of Animal Therapists and Balens Insurance, our courses ensure you receive the highest standard of education, paving the way for a distinguished career in equine therapy.
EQUINE SPORTS & REHABILITATION MASSAGE COURSE OVERVIEW
Module 1: Equine anatomy and physiology
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Horse anatomical terms
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The Respiratory System
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The Circulatory System
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The Nervous System
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The Endocrine System
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The Lymphatic System
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The Digestive System
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The Skeletal System
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Bones
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Joints
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Ligaments and Tendons
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Fascial System
Module 2: The Muscular System
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Introduction to stress points
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The main Skeletal Muscles
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Superficial/deep muscles of the horse
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Origins and insertions including action
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Body parts and their stress points
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Hind Quarter action including stress points
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Muscle related issues - Atrophy/Strain/Azoturia
Module 3: Principles and concepts of massage
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Contraindications to massage
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The benefits of massage
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The effects of massage
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Health and Safety
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Therapists correct posture
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Massage moves
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Massage techniques
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Gait analaysis
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Conformation and evaluating the horse - pre assessments
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Palpation
Module 4: Treatments and running a business
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Instinctive behaviour
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Tack
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Recognising signs of release
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Massage routines (practical training days)
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Stretching
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Record keeping
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Veterinary/owner reports
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Starting your new business including HRMC (for us students)
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Useful new business links
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Marketing strategies
COURSE FEES
PAY MONTHLY
£162.50
Spread the cost of your course by paying monthly. There are 4 modules in total and 6 practical days.£162.50 x 12 Months
COMPLETE COURSE
£1690.00
Pay in full for all 4 modules which include the 6 practical days. (This is a huge saving of £260.)
