The Equine Institute’s courses are developed by practicing equine veterinarians, physiotherapists, and experienced equine professionals. The curriculum combines current equine science with practical clinical and horse-care experience.

Our contributing experts include professionals with experience in equine veterinary medicine, veterinary education, physiotherapy, anatomy, rehabilitation, nutrition, bodywork, and horse management.

You can read more about our experts here

The Equine Institute offers online courses for complete beginners, horse owners, homeschool students, veterinary technicians and assistants, farriers, equine bodyworkers, barn staff, facility managers, therapeutic riding professionals, and other equine professionals.

Courses range from introductory horse science to advanced veterinary and clinical topics. Each course description identifies the subject.

No. You do not need to own a horse or have previous equine experience to take many of our courses.

Beginners can start with foundational courses covering horse breeds, behavior, physiology, health, first aid, and general horse care. Experienced horse owners and professionals can choose more advanced courses in anatomy, nutrition, biomechanics, lameness, disease, rehabilitation, and clinical case studies.

Any prerequisites or recommended experience will be listed in the individual course description.

The best starting course depends on your current experience and what you want to learn.

New horse owners and beginners may prefer a foundational course such as Equine First Aid Essentials, Equine Physiology and Sociology, or Fundamentals of Horse Breeds and Equestrian Disciplines. Homeschool families can begin with an age-appropriate homeschool course or bundle. Professionals seeking continuing-education credit should start with the courses approved by their professional organization.

Use our course finder to explore recommendations by experience, topic, and professional goal.

Yes. Sample course materials are available for families and students who would like to see the format before enrolling.

Because each course contains a different mix of written lessons, videos, assessments, and downloadable materials, you may also contact us to request a sample from a particular course.

The Complete Learning Library provides lifetime access to every course currently offered by The Equine Institute, more than 34 courses covering equine health, anatomy, nutrition, first aid, behavior, biomechanics, hoof care, veterinary topics, and more.

Your purchase also includes every new course added to the library in the future at no additional cost. Each course can be completed at your own pace and includes a certificate of completion after the course requirements are met.

The Complete Learning Library is our most comprehensive option and offers the best overall value for students who want to study multiple subjects, build knowledge progressively, or continue their equine education over several years.

Yes. The Equine Institute works with veterinary clinics, equine practices, barns, schools, and other organizations to create customized staff-learning programs using our online curriculum.

We can help you identify courses that align with your team’s roles, experience levels, training priorities, and continuing-education needs. Whether you are building a foundation for new employees or expanding the knowledge of experienced staff, we’ll help you create a practical learning path for your organization.

Contact us at info@equineinstitute.org with your team size, staff roles, and training goals to begin the conversation.

The Equine Institute’s courses are fully online, self-paced, and available on demand. There are no required live sessions or fixed class schedules, so students can begin at any time and work at their own pace.

Courses include a combination of written lessons, videos, quizzes or tests, and downloadable materials. The balance of written and video instruction varies by course.

Many courses can be provided as a downloadable PDF containing the full written course material. Students can read the PDF digitally, print it, enlarge it, annotate it, or use it with compatible text-to-speech applications.

The PDF is designed to accompany the online course. It includes prompts telling students when to return to the learning platform to watch a video, view online material, or complete a test.

Some demonstrations and course elements are only available online, so the PDF does not eliminate every online component.

Completion time depends on the length and difficulty of the course and the student’s pace. A shorter introductory course may be completed relatively quickly, while an advanced course or multi-course program may take several weeks or months.

Because courses are self-paced and access does not expire, students can pause, review material, and spread their studies over a longer period when needed.

The assessments are designed to verify that students understand the material rather than simply completing the lessons.

Each course includes at least one test, and some courses include multiple assessments. Students who do not achieve the required 70% score can review the course material and retake the assessment. Retaking a test is a normal part of the learning process for most students.

Most courses require only a computer, tablet, or mobile device with internet access.

If a course requires additional supplies, practical activities, prerequisite knowledge, or access to a horse, those requirements will be identified in the course description. You can contact us before enrolling if you have questions about a particular course.

Yes. Courses can be accessed through an internet-connected computer, tablet, or mobile device.

Videos, written lessons, and assessments are completed through the online course platform. For the best experience with detailed diagrams, downloadable workbooks, or longer assessments, some students may prefer a computer or larger tablet.

The Equine Institute is an online education provider, not an accredited college or university. However, most courses are approved and accredited for continuing-education credit by professional organizations including RACE, PATH International, NBCAAM, ETAA, and The HERD Institute.

Continuing-education approval varies by course and organization. The applicable approvals and credit hours are listed in each eligible course description.

Yes. Every course includes a personalized digital certificate of completion showing the student’s name and course title.

Students must complete the required lessons and assessments and achieve the required passing 70% score before the certificate is issued. Certificates can be used in professional portfolios, homeschool records, college applications and continuing-education documentation where applicable.

A minimum score of 70% is required to pass the course assessment and receive a certificate of completion.

Students who do not achieve 70% can review the course material and retake the assessment. Homeschool families with specific grading requirements may contact us before enrolling to discuss their needs.

The certificate of completion for an approved continuing-education course identifies the applicable course and credit hours.

Reporting requirements differ among professional organizations, licensing boards, and certification programs. Students should follow the submission or recordkeeping instructions provided by their organization. The course description identifies the available approval, and our team can provide course-specific documentation when available.

Every purchased course includes lifetime access. Course access does not expire, and there are no subscription or annual renewal fees for individually purchased courses.

Students can return to the online material whenever they want to review a topic or refresh their knowledge.

Homeschool families may use one course with multiple students. The original purchase includes one certificate issued in one student’s name. Additional certificates are available for $25 per student, per course.

Professional continuing-education requirements generally apply to an individual participant. Clinics, schools, barns, organizations, and professional groups should contact us to discuss enrollment and certificate requirements before purchasing.

Course files and downloadable materials are for the purchaser’s personal or approved educational use and may not be redistributed, resold, or posted publicly.

Yes, an eligible course purchase can be transferred to another course in the catalog.

After the seven-day refund period, the full value of an eligible purchase may be applied toward another course, provided less than 25% of the original course has been completed. Contact our support team in writing for assistance.

Any price difference may apply when transferring to a more expensive course.

Email info@equineinstitute.org or use the contact form on our website for course recommendations, enrollment questions, technical assistance, certificates, homeschool documentation, or continuing-education questions.

You can also contact The Equine Institute by telephone:

United States: +1 704-942-7366

The Equine Institute is committed to making equine education easier to access for students with different abilities, learning needs, and learning preferences.

Our self-paced courses allow students to pause, review, and revisit material as needed. Many courses also include downloadable written materials that can be used alongside the online lessons.

If you or your student needs a specific accommodation, contact us at info@equineinstitute.org before enrolling. We’ll be happy to discuss the course format and available support.

Yes. Courses are self-paced and do not require attendance at scheduled live sessions. Students can pause lessons, replay videos, reread written material, and return to previous sections when they need additional review.

Eligible assessments may also be retaken after reviewing the course material. Any course-specific testing rules are provided within the course.

Yes. We encourage students, parents, and professionals to contact us about accessibility needs before enrolling or at any point during a course.

While the accommodations available depend on the course, platform, and learning activity, we will make reasonable efforts to identify an option that helps the student access the material. Email info@equineinstitute.org and tell us which course you are considering and what type of support you need.

Our text-based PDFs are be compatible with many e-readers, screen readers, and text-to-speech applications. Compatibility can vary depending on the device, application, PDF, and course content.

We recommend contacting us if you rely on a particular assistive technology. We can help you confirm the available file format and determine whether it works with your preferred device or application before you purchase.

All courses have the option of a downloadable PDF containing the written course material. This gives students another way to read, review, enlarge, annotate, print, or listen to the content using compatible assistive technology.

The PDFs are designed to work alongside the online course. Clear prompts tell students when to return to the learning platform to watch a video, view an interactive element, complete an assessment, or access material that cannot be included in the PDF.

Thousands of students worldwide have taken courses through The Equine Institute.

Our students include new horse owners, homeschool families, veterinary technicians, farriers, equine bodyworkers, barn staff, facility managers, therapeutic riding professionals, and lifelong learners.

The Equine Institute combines expert-led instruction, current equine science, practical horse-care applications, self-paced online learning, and lifetime course access.

The curriculum includes more than 34 courses ranging from beginner foundations to advanced veterinary science and clinical case studies. Selected courses also offer continuing-education credit through respected equine and veterinary organizations.

Our mission is to help horses by educating the people who care for them.

The Equine Institute’s curriculum is shaped by practicing equine veterinarians, physiotherapists, scientists, educators, and experienced equine professionals.

The founding experts and current contributors bring experience in equine veterinary medicine, veterinary technology education, physiotherapy, anatomy, nutrition, rehabilitation, bodywork, and horse care. Course material is reviewed and updated as scientific knowledge, professional standards, and equine-care practices evolve.

The Equine Institute offers courses for students from approximately age six through high school, as well as advanced material for older students and adult learners.

Young Horse Explorers introduces younger learners to horse science, while middle- and high-school students can study subjects such as anatomy, physiology, nutrition, behavior, hoof care, first aid, biomechanics, and veterinary science.

Parents should review the course description and sample materials when choosing the appropriate level for an individual student.

For assistance in choosing a course that is good for your student please contact us at info@equineintitute.org or using the contact us form below.

Yes, Equine Institute courses can be used for homeschool elective or science credit when accepted by the family’s school, umbrella program, evaluator, district, or state authority.

Credit requirements vary by location and education program, so families are responsible for determining how a course should appear on the student’s transcript. We can provide course outlines, learning objectives, assessment information, and certificates of completion to support the approval and recordkeeping process.

Most individual courses are designed to provide approximately 0.25 to 0.5 high-school elective credits, depending on course length, completed work, and the requirements of the student’s school or homeschool program.

Multiple related courses can be combined into a more comprehensive 0.5- or 1.0-credit equine science or animal science elective.

The final credit value must be assigned by the parent, school, evaluator, or governing program according to its requirements.

Most individual Equine Institute courses are best used as focused equine science, animal science, biology, agriculture, or career-education electives.

Related courses can be combined into a broader semester or year-long program.

Requirements for core biology or laboratory science vary. Families should confirm whether their school or state will accept an equine science program as a core science course or whether it should be used alongside a general biology curriculum.

Yes. The Complete Learning Library gives homeschool students lifetime access to every course in The Equine Institute curriculum, from beginner foundations through advanced equine and veterinary science.

The library currently includes more than 34 courses and automatically includes every new course we add in the future at no additional cost. Because access never expires, families can build a flexible, multi-year program that grows with the student from middle school through high school and beyond.

Students can progress through subjects such as horse behavior, anatomy, physiology, nutrition, hoof care, first aid, biomechanics, disease, and clinical case studies. Each completed course includes a certificate that can be added to the student’s homeschool portfolio or academic records.

The Intro to Veterinary Science Bundle is an excellent starting point for middle- and high-school students interested in becoming an equine veterinarian, veterinary technician, or other horse-health professional.

The bundle introduces students to equine first aid, patient care, physical examinations, and foundational veterinary concepts. It helps students explore the realities of equine healthcare while beginning to build practical, science-based knowledge.

For students who want a comprehensive, multi-year path, the Complete Learning Library provides lifetime access to more than 34 courses: from foundational horse science through advanced anatomy, physiology, nutrition, disease, biomechanics, lameness, emergency care, and clinical case studies. It also includes every future course added to the library at no additional cost.

These courses can be a fantastic addition to future college, pre-veterinary, veterinary technician, or veterinary school applications. They demonstrate sustained interest in equine medicine, independent learning, and a strong foundation in horse health and veterinary science. Students can include their certificates of completion in academic portfolios and application materials. While the courses do not replace required college prerequisites, clinical experience, or professional veterinary training, they can help students begin that journey with greater knowledge, confidence, and clarity about their career goals.

Yes. Many homeschool families combine our online equine science courses with supervised, hands-on activities to create a more complete learning experience and document additional laboratory or practical hours.

Courses such as Equine First Aid, Applied Equine Anatomy, Conformation, Biomechanics, Physical Examination, and Hoof Care naturally lend themselves to practical learning. Depending on the course and the student’s experience, activities might include identifying anatomical structures, observing movement and gait, evaluating conformation, practicing safe health assessments, organizing a first-aid kit, or completing supervised barn-based exercises.

Hands-on activities should be age-appropriate, conducted safely, and supervised by a qualified adult or equine professional when necessary. Students should not diagnose, treat, or perform medical procedures on a horse without appropriate professional supervision.

Families can document the date, activity, learning objective, supervising adult, and time completed in a simple lab log. These records can be included with course certificates, written assignments, and assessments in the student’s homeschool portfolio.

Credit and laboratory requirements vary by school, state, and homeschool program, so families should confirm how practical hours will be evaluated by their applicable educational authority.

Yes. Homeschool families can use one course purchase with multiple children.

The purchase includes one certificate issued in one student’s name. Additional personalized certificates are available for $25 per student, per course. Contact info@equineinstitute.org with the students’ names and course information to request additional certificates.

Yes. Every course includes at least one test, and some courses include multiple assessments.

A score of 70% or higher is normally required to complete the course and receive a certificate. Students can review the material and retake an assessment if they do not pass on the first attempt.

The standard passing grade is 70%. Homeschool families with different grading or program requirements may contact The Equine Institute to discuss customization.

Please arrange any requested change before the student completes the assessment so that grading and certificate expectations are clear.

Courses include downloadable materials such as PDFs, worksheets, workbooks, or supplementary guides, depending on the course.

We can also provide the written course material as a PDF. The PDF is designed to accompany the online course and includes prompts telling the student when to return online to watch a video or complete a test.

No physical textbook is included unless a product page specifically states otherwise.

Yes. Students receive a downloadable certificate of completion after meeting the course requirements and earning the required passing score.

The certificate includes the student’s name and course title and can be added to a homeschool transcript, portfolio, evaluation file, or academic record. Course outlines and learning objectives are also available upon request.

The Equine Institute is approved for use through several state education savings account, scholarship, charter-school, and educational marketplace programs.

Availability and purchasing procedures vary by state and may change. Families should search for The Equine Institute or SBTSS LLC in their ClassWallet, Odyssey, charter-school, or state education portal. Contact info@equineinstitute.org if the organization does not appear or if you need help checking eligibility.

Approval as a vendor does not guarantee that every purchase will be eligible under every student’s funding program.

Yes. The Equine Institute serves students in the United States and internationally, including families in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom.

Homeschool requirements differ by country, province, state, territory, and education authority. International families should confirm local requirements before assigning academic credit.

The Equine Institute can provide course information and a submission template to support the family’s education plan, but final approval is determined by the applicable authority.

Yes. Sample homeschool course materials are available online.

If you are considering a particular course and do not see an appropriate sample, email info@equineinstitute.org. Tell us the student’s age, experience, and the course you are considering, and we will provide available samples or help you select an appropriate starting point.