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Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International -- May 07, 2024

Nominate Someone Today for the 2024 PATH Intl. Equestrian of the Year Awards and PATH Intl. James Brady Professional Achievement Award

There is less than a month left to nominate deserving individuals for four international award categories. There are three equestrian award categories; Adult, Youth and PATH International Equine Services for Heroes® Equestrians of the Year, with one winner selected per category. The same form is used for all three categories and can be found here.


The James Brady Professional Achievement Award is given to a person who has made a significant contribution to the equine-assisted services industry. The nomination form can be found here and the reference forms are here. Completed James Brady Professional Achievement Award nominations and reference forms may be submitted to awards@pathintl.org. These international award nominations close May 27, 2024.

Call for Volunteer Judges for PATH Intl. Awards

Join the PATH Intl. awards process as a judge to read and score essays. This is a rewarding volunteer opportunity to read nominations that are encouraging, challenging and inspiring!

How it works

  • Volunteers carefully read and evaluate 2-3 short essays (200 words or less) per nomination.
  • The PATH Intl. office will provide clear guidelines and forms on how the nominations are to be evaluated and scored.
  • The judging process requires a time commitment of approximately five hours between June 7, and June 21, 2024.

Applicant Requirements

  • Must be a PATH Intl. member in good standing
  • Must have access to a computer with internet
  • Must be familiar with Microsoft Excel and have the ability to view/edit/save scoring documents

How to Apply

Submit your name, member number, region, and email to awards@pathintl.org by May 27th.

PATH Intl. Launches New Education Partner and CEU Preapproval Programs

PATH Intl. Education Partners are organizations, institutions or businesses that provide a multitude of educational offerings that support those in the EAS industry. These educational offerings may include a library of webinars, courses or conferences. PATH Intl. Education Partners offer discounts on their approved courses to PATH Intl. members and have permission to use the PATH Intl. Education Partner logo in their marketing. 


PATH Intl. CEU Preapproval for Educational Offerings is a process by which individual courses or activities from education providers have been approved for PATH Intl. continuing education units (CEUs). These offerings may include courses or activities offered by a PATH Intl. Member Center, PATH Intl. credentialed professional or other education providers.


PATH Intl. credentialed professionals can still obtain required CEUs from any source. However, through these programs, PATH Intl. credentialed professionals gain the benefit of knowing that the education provided by a PATH Intl. Education Partner or by those who have gained CEU preapproval, has been reviewed by an impartial panel of applicable subject matter experts from the PATH Intl. Health and Education Committee and meets PATH Intl. continuing education unit requirements. To learn more click here.

PATH Intl. Welcomes The Herd Institute® as a New Education Partner

The HERD Institute®️ provides exceptional training to the next generation of Equine-Facilitated Practitioners and inspires professional and personal transformations. They support their members to develop the integrity of their personal philosophy, expand their knowledge and skills, and broaden their horizons through continuous learning and practice.

PATH Intl. Individual Membership Benefit Spotlight - Scholarships

Did you know that all PATH Intl. members have access to scholarships to attend the PATH Intl. International Conference and some region conferences? Become a member today to take advantage of these scholarship opportunities and even more benefits! To learn more about membership click here.


Save the date for the next international conference, November 7-9, 2025 in Denver, Colorado. 

Phasing out of the PATH Intl. CTRI® Study Guide

As of Monday, April 29th, the PATH Intl. CTRI® Study Guide is no longer available for purchase. PATH Intl., with the support of a team of subject matter experts, have been hard at work updating the CTRI Study Guide and are in the final stages of completing the new version! Watch your email for upcoming announcements of the new and improved, PATH Intl. Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor Skills. To celebrate the launch of this new “skills book,” we will be offering a flash sale and other member discounts once it is officially released.


Much of the content of the Study Guide is also included in the new skills book, so both books are helpful to those navigating their CTRI journey. The new skills book includes mentor discussion points and updates to Increasing Your Knowledge sections to help add to a past, current or future CTRI’s instructing toolbox. It’s also been refreshed to include current industry terminology.


Should you be in the midst of preparing for a testing window prior to the launch of the new skills book, please call or email the education department to purchase the discontinued study guide at a reduced price.

Amplifying Mental Health Awareness Through Horses Blog from Zoetis, the Official PATH Intl. Equine Health & Wellness Partner 

Horses for Mental Health (HMH) stands as a beacon in the realm of equine-assisted mental health services by increasing awareness, funds and access to programs incorporating horses for emotional health and personal growth. Zoetis Equine is a proud Title Partner of HMH’s Seen Through Horses Campaign which takes place throughout the month of May! Join Zoetis and share the fundraising opportunity with your network. Read the news release here and check out Zoetis' blog on the “Power of Horse-Human Connections,” which spotlights the phenomenal work of organizations making a big difference in this space—including PATH International!

PATH Intl. is Once Again a Premier Partner of Horses for Mental Health's Seen Through Horses Campaign this Month

PATH Intl. is proud to be a Premier Partner of Horses for Mental Health to help highlight their Seen Through Horses campaign through the month of May! The latest video highlights the story of how one woman was helped by horses and trained professionals to overcome deep wounds and long-held beliefs about herself. Watch the clip here.

Upcoming Free Member Education

FREE member-only PATH Intl. virtual education opportunities! All event links can be found on Member Connection. Want to attend but can't make it? Don't worry, all membership outreach committee-hosted virtual events are recorded and saved on Member Connection here


How to be Creative in Securing Teaching Hours (esp. group lessons with 3 volunteers) for CTRI (1 CE) 

Presented by Leora Barry, OTR/L, MA licensed riding instructor, CTRI, PATH Intl. Mentor

Hosted by the Region 1 Representative

May 14, 2024 

9:00am-10:00am EST


Staying in Your Lane (1 CR ESMHL) 

Presented by Narissa Jenkins & Connie Baldwin MS, LMHC-S

Hosted by the Region 5 Representative 

May 20, 2024 

6:00pm-7:00pm EST

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Region Conferences

Questions about regional conferences? Contact Marsha Anderson, PATH Intl. region conference coordinator. Watch eNews for abstract submission and/or registration information as it becomes available. You can also visit the region conference webpage to find more detailed information for all region conferences.


Region 1  ....May 16-18, 2025 - TBD

Region 2   ...June 8-9, 2024 - Virtual - Register Here

Region 3   ...March 21-23, 2025 - TBD

Region 4 . ...May 2-4, 2025 - TBD

Region 5   ...August 16-18, 2024 - Ocala, FL -  Registration opens in June.

Region 6   ...March 7-9, 2025 - Woodbury, MN.

Region 7   ...February 21-23, 2025 - Richmond, IL

Region 8   ...August 2-4, 2024 - Dallas, TX - Registration opens in late May.

Region 9   ...June 14-16, 2024 - Ellensburg, WA - Register Here

Region 10 ...September 13-15, 2024 - Sheridan, WY - Submit Abstract

Region 11 ...2025 TBD

PATH Intl. Events Calendar

Each certification has specific requirements that must be completed prior to registering for all PATH Intl. certification events. Please review the requirements in the respective certification handbooks, available for free on the PATH Intl. website. For more information about upcoming events click here. All event dates are subject to change and may be cancelled due to low registration. The deadline to register for an event is 30 days prior to the event's start date. Please contact certificationrequirements@pathintl.org with questions.



Equine Specialist in Mental Health & Learning (ESMHL) Workshop & Skills Tests Currently Open for Registration

May 23-25, 2024

StableStrides

Elbert, CO

June 6-9, 2024

Good Hope Equestrian & Regenerative Farm, Inc.

Halifax, VA

June 20-23, 2024

Healing With Horses Ranch

Manor, TX

June 27-30, 2024

On Eagles' Wings

Fairmont, WV

July 10-13, 2024

Horses Help

Cave Creek, AZ

July 18-21, 2024

Inspiration Ranch

Magnolia, TX

August 15-18, 2024

REINS California

Fallbrook, CA

August 20-23, 2024

Hearts & Horses Inc.

Loveland, CO

September 3-6, 2024

Main Stay Therapeutic Farm

Richmond, IL

September 4-7, 2024

EQUI-KIDS Therapeutic Riding Program

Virginia Beach, VA

September 13-16, 2024

Naples Therapeutic Riding Center

Naples, FL

October 8-11, 2024

GAIT Equine Assisted Services

Milford, PA

November 8-11, 2024

Hands & Hearts for Horses

Thomasville, GA

December 12-15, 2024

Shangri-La Therapeutic Academy of Riding

Lenoir City, TN

Driving Workshop & Certification

October 23-26, 2024

Reins of Life, Inc.

Michigan City, IN

Approved Training Curriculum (ATC)

August 16 - October 5, 2024

Equest

Dallas, TX

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