Question 1

What is the Equine Specialist Mentorship Program?

Accepted Answer

This mentorship is an 8+ year compilation of hands-on experience, two nationally recognized certifications (PATH Intl. & EAGALA), extensive Equine-Assisted Learning (EAL) and Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP) partnership knowledge, and your experience as a PATH Approved Mentor and staff member. The program is designed to help new and developing Equine Specialists build competence, confidence, ethical awareness, horsemanship partnership skills, and clinical collaboration abilities.

Question 2

What topics are covered in the mentorship?

Accepted Answer

• Understanding the ES role in EAL & EAP
 • ES responsibilities before, during, and after sessions
 • Partnering with horses & reading equine behavior
 • Congruence & Incongruence in clients and horses
 • Documents, forms, and guides for professional practice
 • The Relationship Triangle model
 • Scope of practice: Working in the “grey areas” ethically
 • Self-awareness & emotional regulation as an ES
 • How to collaborate effectively with mental health professionals
 • Session flow, safety, structure, and facilitation skills
 • Professionalism, boundaries, and communication

Question 3

Does this program provide CEUs?

Accepted Answer

Yes. This track provides 4 PATH Intl. CEU credit hours:
 • 2 Core Requirement Hours
 • 2 General Education Hours
These hours align with PATH Intl. mentorship standards and are backed by the program creator’s certifications, mentorship credentials, and years of professional service.

Question 4

What makes these CEUs credible or valuable?

Accepted Answer

The CEUs are built from real-world application, cross-model training PATH International Standards and Objectives through professional mentorship experience, and proven methodologies. The combination of Bri's ES certifications, field experience across multiple roles, and her PATH-approved mentoring status, ensures that the material is grounded, ethical, and professionally relevant.

Question 5

How is the program delivered?

Accepted Answer

• Pre-recorded modules, quizzes, equine research articles.
 • Written guides, forms, and activity templates
 • Review and create activities
 • Optional 1:1 mentorship sessions
 • Optional live virtual skill sessions
 • In-person horsemanship or session-shadowing opportunities available depending on mentor track.

Question 6

Can students customize what they learn?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Each student’s needs are unique—some come with strong horsemanship skills, some with clinical backgrounds, and others with none. The program adapts to the learner’s goals, skill level, and desired direction within EAL or EAP.

Question 7

What is the targeted audience for this mentorship?

Accepted Answer

• New or aspiring Equine Specialists
 • Equine professionals transitioning from other professions.
 • Mental health providers wanting to understand ES collaboration
 • Coaches, educators, or program developers entering the EAL field
 • PATH members and certified ESMHL's seeking continuing education or mentorship

Question 8

Will this mentorship certify me as an Equine Specialist?

Accepted Answer

This track itself does not certify students under PATH Intl. or EAGALA. However, it prepares students with the skills and knowledge needed to mentor under PATH guidelines or to confidently step into ES roles within EAL or EAP programs.

Question 9

What will I be able to do after completing this mentorship?

Accepted Answer

• Understand and execute the ES role ethically and confidently
 • Facilitate safe, grounded equine-assisted sessions
 • Collaborate with therapists and coaches when applicable
 • Recognize and respond appropriately to horse behavior
 • Support client growth without overstepping scope
 • Maintain emotional regulation and awareness during sessions
 • Implement professional documentation and communication standards

Question 10

Do students receive support after completing the track?

Accepted Answer

YES! Students may schedule follow-up consultations, receive periodic resources, and join optional community learning spaces if offered.