Wolds Equine Rehabilitation & Training

Accredited Equine Sports Massage

2019 Prospectus

Equine Sports and Rehabilitation Massage Therapy

All horses can benefit from sports and rehabilitation massage. Equine massage therapists

employ massage techniques on competition, leisure and companion horses. When

muscles are overused or misused, they can become sore or overstretched. The horse may

then compensate by improperly using other muscles or tensing up, leading to potential

injury, restricted motion, discomfort and decreased performance quality. By promoting

muscle relaxation, circulation and healing, we can improve the horses’ performance,

balance and comfort.

Study with Wolds Equine Rehabilitation & Training

The following four modules you will see in this prospectus, along with the practical

training days offered, will guide students through the stages needed to become

competent Equine Sports & Rehabilitation Massage Therapists. Upon successful

Graduation with Wolds Equine Rehabilitation & Training, Approved Practitioner

Certification will be issued.

Welcome to your Tutor

Olivia Renshaw is the Proprietor and Principle Tutor and Qualified with the University

of Huddersfield holding the Bachelor of Arts with Honours Degree in Education &

Training. Olivia is also Qualified to teach in the Post-Compulsory Sector with the

Certificate in Education (Cert Ed). Olivia spent many years as a Riding Instructor and

also ran a successful freelance Equine Massage Therapy business throughout Lincolnshire

and Yorkshire. Wolds Equine Rehabilitation & Training are fully Insured Approved

Training Providers for Equine Sports & Rehabilitation Massage & Bodywork. We

provide Professional training which ensures the highest quality courses are delivered.

We are passionate about teaching.

Olivia Renshaw BA (Hons), Cert Ed, IAAMB PrEP, Cert ESMT IAAMT, IAAT,

BHSAI Int. SM, ANC Equine, Dip Anim Phys Student, Proprietor and Principle Tutor

Course Details

Congratulations on deciding to enquire about the Wolds Equine Rehabilitation &

Training, Professional Equine Massage Certificate (Approved Practitioners Award). As

Preferred Educational Providers we have undergone the Professional Review Process

with the International Association of Animal Massage & Bodywork Education Board

(IAAMB). This approval ensures that the required standards of competency for the

Education and Training we deliver have been met. Students that decide to enroll with

Wolds Equine Rehabilitation & Training, are authorised to apply for the International

Association of Animal Therapists (IAAT) Student Membership. Upon successful

Graduation with us, you may upgrade this membership to individual Professional status.

Graduates can enjoy the benefits of being part a Professional Network with the IAAT or

indeed the IAAMB promoting Recognition and Accreditation for our Profession. The

IAAT are in association with the College of Animal Physiotherapy in the UK.

There are four home study modules to complete which can be done at a pace to suit you

within 12 months. The certification requires you to attend five compulsory practical

training days which are held throughout the year. These dates are listed on the website

and are incredibly flexible around your working and/or family lives. You have 12 months

to complete the full course.

Example Study Timetable

Module One Home Study – Anatomy and Physiology. This module compliments day one

or two of your practical dates.

Module Two Home Study – The Muscular System. This module compliments day one or

two of your practical dates.

Module Three Home Study – Principles and Concepts of Massage. This module

compliments day three of your practical dates and consists of case studies.

Module Four Home Study – Treatments including Business. This module compliments

day four of your practical dates and prepares you for final case studies and examination.

Day five of your practical days will be a full morning of examination preparation,

followed by lunch and relax - ready to complete your practical oral examination in the

afternoon. This a very small group in a relaxed environment.

At the end of module one there will be a question paper to complete and send in for

assessment. At the end of module two there will be a further question paper to complete

and send in for assessment. Module three and four are case studies that you must

complete using our templates provided and send back to our office for assessment.

Accredited programmes such as this Practitioner Certificate are vital if you wish to

pursue Equine Massage Therapy as a Career. Therapists require Veterinary Permission

(Veterinary Permission Act 1966) and Professional Indemnity Insurance to treat third

party horses and work within the parameters of the Law. It is vital you have chosen

Wolds Equine as Registered Approved Training Providers that are fully insured to

provide you with the correct Certification to carry out a long and successful Career as an

excellent Certified Therapist.

Outcomes of the comprehensive syllabus will be measured by summative assessments,

submission of case studies and final examination. Upon successful completion of your

Certified Course with us, you are Approved to carry out treatments as an Equine Sports

& Rehabilitation Massage Therapist having followed an Approved Course of Instruction.

Course Content Practitioner Qualification

Module 1 (WEAPm1)

Equine Anatomy and Physiology

• Horse Anatomical Terms

• The Respiratory System

• The Circulatory System

• The Nervous System

• The Endocrine System

• The Lymphatic System

• The Digestive System

• The Skeletal System

• Bones

• Joints

• Ligaments & Tendons

• Fascial System

Module 2 (WEMSm2)

The Muscular System

• The Muscular System

• Introduction to Stress Points

• The Main Skeletal Muscles

• Superficial/Deep Muscles of the Horse

• Origins and Insertions

• Body Parts and their Stress Points

• Hind Quarter Action including Stress Points

• Muscle Related Issues

Module 3 (WEMCm3)

Principles and Concepts of Massage

• Contraindications to Massage

• The Benefits of Massage

• The Effects of Massage

• Health and Safety

• Therapists Correct Posture

• Massage Moves

• Massage Techniques

• Biomechanics

• Gait Analysis

• Evaluation

• Palpation

Module 4 (WETNBm4)

Treatments

Business and Marketing

• Instinctive Behaviour

• Recognising signs of Release

• Massage Routines (Practical Training Days)

• Stretching

• Discipline specific stress

• Record Keeping

• Veterinary/Owner Reports

• Starting your new Business inc HMRC (For UK Students)

• Useful New Business Links

Simply fill in the enrolment form on the website, then click to submit. Your application

will be assessed, upon successful acceptance, your letter will be emailed back to you

with details of how to commence with learner agreement and payment options. Your

course will be posted out to you and you will also receive an electronic copy. You can

start studying immediately and complete each of the four modules as home study to

compliment each of your four practical training days. Your training days can be booked

at your own convenience subject to availability on the website.

Why study with us?

• We are an IAAMB Approved Preferred Educational Provider

• Unfortunately, there are some courses available that are not Accredited or

Insured. There are also courses available where the trainers are only qualified

in Equine Massage, but not fully Qualified to Teach. We pride ourselves that

we offer the full package. The Proprietor and Principle Tutor is Qualified to

Teach in the Post-Compulsory Sector and holds the Bachelor of Arts with

Honours Degree in Education & Training with the University of Huddersfield.

• We offer a flexible affordable payment plan of 6 or 8 months

• The course can go at a pace to suit you with no deadlines for assignments, as

long the course is completed within 12 months – this makes it totally flexible

around your family life and other work commitments

• Complete your home study from anywhere in the UK

• Your full study and learning materials will be posted to your home address by

Parcel Force 48

• We provide training days with the option of two days together to cater for

students who choose to stay in bed and breakfast accommodation

Benefits

• All year-round enrolment. Start your studies as soon as you like, we have

continuing students throughout the year.

• We pride ourselves on giving you the time you need to manage your studies.

The study is based on a guide of 6 - 8 months but can be carried out over a

period of time to suit you within a 12 month period.

• Regular practical training dates are updated on our website. Students can

choose which days to attend to fit in around other commitments. No set

schedules, choose an available date when you feel ready to attend the practical

training. (Dates subject to availability).

• Invite to IAAMB and/or IAAT Approved Registrations for successful

Graduates

• Although by Law no formal equine qualifications are required prior to

enrolment, if you do not have any BHS qualifications, we do require evidence

of a strong equine background. Human massage certificates are not required

by Law prior to enrolment

Practical Training Days

The practical training days will be used for demonstrating and practicing the full massage

techniques and routines as listed below. Please be prepared for plenty of hands on

massage when you attend the training days. We promise all students a unique learning

experience, one that will never be forgotten. Students will feel fully prepared for the

practical sessions from the home study material that is provided. Training days are held

in Lincolnshire and we have added one complimentary day a month in Sheffield that is a

mixed level day for students. Sheffield availability is very limited so students must be

prepared to travel to Lincolnshire for their practical training. These days are extremely

flexible and two days together are available for students staying in accommodation. Items

to be covered with the PrEP school horses on the practical sessions are as follows:

• Biomechanics

• Initial Assessment

• Palpation

• Relaxation, Maintenance & Rehabilitation routines

• Stretching

• Sports Massage

Practical Training Continued

• Trigger Point

• Trouble spots, routines and treatment

• Follow up care plans

Students will study various routines and in-depth training will be given about massaging

individual parts of the horses: neck, back, shoulders, intercostals and hind end. By

examining each area of the horse individually, students will learn what techniques should

be applied and how best to approach them when considering treating a variety of horses.

Your final examination day will be a relaxed environment and one you will feel

completely prepared for.

Payment Options for Enrolment

Spread the cost with our monthly instalment plan

Study from as little as £156.80 Per Month

Option One – In Full:

In Full One-Off Payment Prior to Course Commencement Day

£1400 + VAT

Total including the VAT £1680.00

Payable on the Website – see “Enrol Now” Page using Paypal.

Alternatively, we accept bank transfer, the bank details will be given out upon successful

enrolment.

Option Two – 6 Monthly Instalments:

Payments over a 6 month instalment plan

£1484 + VAT

Total including the VAT £296.80 per month for 6 months

Payable on the Website – see “Enrol Now” Page using Paypal.

Alternatively, you may set up a standing order bank transfer for the same date each month,

the bank details will be given out upon successful enrolment.

Option Three - 8 Monthly Instalments:

Payments over an 8 month instalment plan

£1512 + VAT

Total including the VAT £226.80 per month for 8 months

Payable on the Website – see “Enrol Now” Page using Paypal

Alternatively, you may set up a standing order bank transfer for the same date each month,

the bank details will be given out upon successful enrolment.

Optoin Four – 12 Montly Instalments:

Payments over a 12 month instalment plan

£1568 + VAT

Total including the VAT £156.80 per month for 12 months

Payable on the Website – see “Enrol Now” Page using Paypal

Alternatively, you may set up a standing order bank transfer for the same date each month,

the bank details will be given out upon successful enrolment.

Wolds Equine Rehabilitation & Training

Approved Preferred Educational

Providers

IAAMB/ACWT Provider Number #17-20

(International Association of Animal Massage & Bodywork)

Equine Sports & Rehabilitation Massage

Registered Practitioner Course

IAAMB/ACWT Approved

Contact Olivia Renshaw Proprietor and Principle Tutor

www.woldsequinemassagecareers.co.uk

07583411990 or 01507 534770