Red Flags In EAL

Red Flags in the Arena is a professional infographic and digital worksheet designed to support Equine-Assisted Learning (EAL) facilitators in maintaining role clarity and scope of practice during live sessions.
 
In the arena, it can be easy for learning to blur into processing, especially when strong emotions, group dynamics, or horse responses surface. This tool helps facilitators quickly identify client behaviors, facilitator behaviors, and environmental cues that signal increased risk of therapy drift, while providing a simple Pause & Redirect checklist to guide ethical, learning-focused facilitation.
 
This resource is ideal for real-time use, staff training, mentorship programs, and continuing education. It offers clear language, visual cues, and practical guidance without shutting participants down or invalidating their experience.
 
What This Tool Covers:
Client behaviors that may signal drift into therapy
Facilitator behaviors that increase scope-of-practice risk
Environmental and horse-related cues calling for a pause
 
Best For:
Equine-Assisted Learning facilitators
PATH professionals and Equine Specialists
Mentorship and training programs
Arena reference boards and facilitator binders
 
Why It Works:
Quick, glanceable design for live sessions
Supports ethical practice without overcorrecting
Reinforces learning over processing
Builds facilitator confidence and consistency
 
Format:
Printable digital download (PDF)
Printer-friendly and easy to laminate
 
Full version of document available after purchase within digital download. This worksheet is for educational and scope-guidance purposes only and is not intended for therapy or clinical interpretation or use. © 2025 Partnering for Purpose. All Rights Reserved. This document is the property of Partnering for Purpose. It is intended for educational purposes and personal use only. Unauthorized duplication or distribution of any part of this material without prior permission from Partnering for Purpose is strictly prohibited. All sales are final. Due to the digital nature of our products, no refunds will be issued once purchased. If you have difficulty accessing your item, please email bribennett@partneringforpurpose.com for support.