Disabilities & Special Problems

DESCRIPTION

This Course is a fundamental guide on Disabilities commonly associated with individuals who ride in Adaptive/Therapeutic Riding Programs.

On successful completion of this course, you will be able to:

  • Identify special problems presented in a Therapeutic Riding lesson.
  • Identify precautions and know what to do.
  • Describe the right mount (type of horse) that will support the rider’s needs.
  • Describe the correct equipment that will support each rider’s needs.
  • Understanding Movement Terminology
  • Identify Human Anatomy & Muscles Used For Riding
  • Explain Mounting/Dismounting Techniques
  • Understand which forms should be seen for Therapeutic Riding Programs
  • Resources

Certificate Of Achievement is generated on the Members Dashboard (90% Average Required)

This Course would be of interest to anyone working or riding in Therapeutic Riding Programs.

Course Information

Estimated Time: Self-Paced

Difficulty: Advanced

Estimated Time: Self-Paced

Recommended Prerequisite: Therapeutic Riding Instructor, Therapeutic Riding Aspects, Volunteer Training

Disclaimer: The information contained in this course, is for informational use only. 

Course Instructor

brenda brenda Author

Brenda is a Certified Equestrian Canada Coach & Canadian Therapeutic Riding Association Senior Instructor. Read more

Disabilties And Special Problems

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