Are you ready to take your Equine-Facilitated Psychotherapy (EFP) training to the next level? The HERD Institute® is excited to offer Advanced Equine-Facilitated Psychotherapy Training* for our HERD Foundation EFP Graduates. This training expands on and deepens the philosophical, theoretical, and experiential process of incorporating equines into working with clients. Just like the Foundation level, this certification program is offered as a hybrid model combining online study, live webinars, and an in-person practicum.
*The HERD Institute, LLC has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 6845. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. The HERD Institute, LLC is solely responsible for all aspects of the program. The Advanced Equine-Facilitated Psychotherapy Certification offers 14 hours of CE for the in person practicum and 3 clock hours of CE per Live Webinar, for a total of 26 hours of CE for the entire certification.
Who Can Apply?
The HERD Institute® Advanced Equine-Facilitated Psychotherapy (EFP) Certification is open to all HERD Foundation Equine-Facilitated Psychotherapy (EFP) graduates in good standing.
How Do I Apply?
You can apply for the program by scrolling down and filling out the application form!
What Is The Application Process?
To apply, simply complete our online application form and sign our Commitment of Belonging. Once you submit your application and have completed all the necessary application steps, your application will be reviewed by our Admissions Team. You will receive a decision within 5 business days.
What Does The Training Entail?
Our Advanced EFP training consists of 2 online courses, 4 live webinars, and 1 in-person practicum. All must be completed for certification, as well as additional requirements. For more information, please see the Advanced EFP Brochure. If you have any questions, please contact us at [email protected]!
What Will You Learn?
The HERD Institute® Advanced EFP Certification Program deepens the knowledge, skills, and ethical guidelines required for clinical practice within an equine-facilitated setting. Completion of the program does not equate to state licensure for mental health practice.
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| COURSE TYPE | NAME | DATE |
|---|---|---|
| Online Module | Relational Ethics for Advanced EFP | July 10th, 2023 |
| Group Supervision | Monday, July 24th, 2023, 2 pm – 3.30 pm (EST) | |
| Live Webinar | Client Populations and Relational Ethics | Monday, August 14th, 2023, 1 pm – 4 pm (EST) |
| Group Supervision | Monday, September 25th, 2023 2 pm – 3.30 pm (EST) | |
| Online Module | Program Design | November 6th, 2023 |
| Group Supervision | Monday, November 27th, 2023 2 pm – 3.30 pm (EST) | |
| Live Webinar | Creativity in Sessions | Monday, December 11th, 2023, 1 pm – 4 pm (EST) |
| Group Supervision | Monday, January 22nd, 2024 2 pm – 3.30 pm (EST) | |
| Practicum | Advanced EFP In Person Practicum | February 5 – 9, 2024 (Orlando, FL) |
| Group Supervision | Monday, March 25th, 2024 2 pm – 3.30 pm (EST) | |
| Live Webinar | Case Study Group Discussion | Monday, May 20th, 2024, 1 pm – 4 pm (EST) |
| Live Webinar | Self as Instrument | Monday, June 10th, 2024, 1 pm – 4 pm (EST) |
| Group Supervision | Monday, June 24th, 2024, 2 pm – 3.30 pm (EST) |
*In order to complete your certification, you must attend all online modules, live webinars, and the practicum.
The application deadline is June 15th, 2023.
*Tuition is in US Dollars and includes all learning materials for each module, supervision costs plus refreshments each day during the in-person practicum. It does NOT include travel, accommodation, and lunch each day.
**All payment options include a non-refundable $500 deposit. For the payment plans, the $500 non-refundable deposit is due up front prior to the beginning of all monthly payments. The $500 non-refundable deposit is built into the full tuition upfront cost.
As part of your certification, we require you to obtain your Advanced Emergency First Aid Training Course. You must have your Equine Health and Emergency First Aid Training Course Certification before you can take the Advanced Emergency First Aid Training Course.
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