As an equine professional, you aim to provide the best care to all horses and your clients look up to you. Our Continuing Education courses have been developed for veterinary technicians and bodyworkers that seek to advance their training, and expand their knowledge or certification. With comprehensive, relevant and up-to-date information, these high quality online courses ensure you will be able to provide accurate advice on horse health and management. Most of continuing ed. courses are NBCAAM or RACE approved and provide a valuable addition to continued certification.
The Equine Institute is a RACE approved course provider. We offer a special 10-part online series, preparing you for a career as equine veterinary technician or assistant. These courses are suitable for:
Everyone seeking employment as a large animal assistant or technician.
Those who have graduated from accredited Veterinary Tech. Institutions but desire further training in equine specific care.
Veterinary professionals who want to expand their equine skills.
Anyone needing approved continuing education credits in equine related veterinary care.
Our courses provide training in basic horse handling and in-depth knowledge on specific equine health and bodywork topics. An Equine Institute certificate provides the in-depth education and training that make you stand out from the rest. Hone your skills, advance your education and fulfill your continuing education requirements with us!
Courses are 100% online and can be done at the student’s own pace. The courses consist of written material and exercises and may include video material. Completion of each course is rewarded with a personalised certificate. NBCAAM approved CE course certificates include information on the number of CE hours the completed course provides.
Find our entire assortment of Continuing Education courses designed for Equine Professional Boydworkers and Veterinary Technicians here!
NBCAAM approved CE
Get familiar with equine nutritional requirements, gastrointestinal anatomy and functions, as well as digestive processes in relation to healthy function, common dysfunctions and diseases. Find this important course here!
NBCAAM approved CE
This course provides a strong foundation in the physiology of connective tissue, theory and history of myofascial structural integration therapy, appropriate applications, and comparison with other forms of bodywork.
RACE approved CE
This RACE Approved CE course is divided into four sections, all of which are relevant to the gastrointestinal health and overall well-being of the horse. 3 Race Approved CE Hours are earned and a digital certificate is provided upon completion.
Every equestrian should be able to recognize breeds on sight. Knowledge of each discipline and its appropriate tack will allow you to understand the expectations of the horse and potential medical issues common to that breed and discipline. Check it out!
Equine First Aid for Professionals
NBCAAM Approved
Any equine professional should be prepared to respond in the case of an emergency. This course covers common equine emergency situations, how to respond appropriately, and necessary supplies to have available. We also discuss trailer safety.
NBCAAM approved CE
Get deeper understanding of the equine hoof and fundamentals of trimming and shoeing. This course covers anatomy, appropriate structure of the hoof, and an overview of common theories in shoeing vs. barefoot horses.
NBCAAM approved CE
An extensive review of herd dynamics, anatomy, physiology and organ systems. This NBCAAM approved CE course is fundamental to understanding horse behavior and the physiology of the horse, applicable to many professional situations.
This RACE Approved CE course is divided into six lessons all of which are relevant to musculoskeletal structure, function and pathology. 4 Race Approved CE Hours are earned and a digital certificate is provided upon completion.
NBCAAM approved CE
This course, based on Biomechanical Science, discusses Equine Balance, Motion and Rider Influence. We introduce the concepts of a balanced horse with and without a rider, how to assess movement of a horse, and riding principles that are universal to all disciplines.
This course covers the anatomy and function of the skeleton and joints. We focus on the functioning major muscles, tendons and ligaments that are associated with movement chains and rote memorization of structures. A must for every equine professional!
NBCAAM approved CE
This course covers 26 emergency and non-emergency diseases and conditions that are contraindicated for bodywork. We discuss situations where bodywork is of limited efficacy and review the ethics of working within a bodywork scope.
NBCAAM approved CE
This vet developed course is an important resource to understand how to appropriately respond to natural behavior. Horses that are in pain or distress can behave unpredictably or out of character. Knowing how to properly restrain and handle a horse is imperative for an equine technician and equine bodyworker.
Equine Conformation
NBCAAM approved CE
This comprehensive course teaches you all you need to know to understand and evaluate conformation. This course prepares students to be able to assess the suitability of a horse's conformation for a specific discipline.
NBCAAM approved CE
This course covers how to recognize a lame horse; how to grade a lameness and how to demonstrate a lameness to aide in diagnosis anatomical landmarks for diagnostic perineural anesthesia. We also dive into how to perform diagnostic radiographs.
COURSE BUNDLES
RACE approved CE
The Equine Institute is a RACE approved CE provider. This is a bundle of RACE I: The Equine Sociology, Physiology & Gastro Health, and RACE II: The Musculoskeletal Anatomy and Lameness Diagnosis. Together they provide 7 CE hours. Save $100 by purchasing this bundle.
NBCAAM approved CE
A 10 part series of NBCAAM approved CE courses, providing a comprehensive basic education for the prospective equine technician. This foundation of knowledge will prepare you for a career as an equine veterinary assistant.
Advaned Equine Technician Courses
NBCAAM approved CE
This series of 6 NBCAAM approved CE courses delves into topics that an equine technician will likely encounter on a regular basis. This series of courses is meant to increase the technician's knowledge beyond basic skillsets.
Disclaimer: All written material may be downloaded for later reference as long as the student is enrolled, but not shared with other parties. Enrolment is deleted 90 days after completion. After purchase of a course a student has 2 years to complete it before they are unenrolled.
Frequently Asked Questions
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To enroll in our courses, you should have a basic understanding of equine anatomy and physiology. Prerequisites for certain courses will be specified in the course description.
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Beginners who have a love for horse health and care are invited to enroll, even though our courses are primarily intended for equine veterinary technicians and experts. We recommend starting with foundational courses before progressing to more advanced topics.
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While certification as an equine veterinary technician is not mandatory for enrollment, many of our courses are designed to help you fulfill the continuing education requirements necessary for maintaining certification. Our accredited courses provide valuable CE credits that can contribute to your ongoing professional development and certification renewal process.
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The duration of each course varies depending on factors such as the complexity of the topic, the level of detail covered, and your personal study pace. While some courses can be completed in a matter of weeks, others may span several months to ensure thorough coverage of the subject matter.
Our flexible learning format allows you to progress through the material at a pace that suits your individual needs and schedule.
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Yes, our courses are accredited by recognized organizations, allowing you to earn continuing education credits that can be applied toward maintaining your certification as an equine veterinary technician.