Therapeutic Riding
Therapeutic Riding Certificate
The multidisciplinary certificate program in Therapeutic Riding offers non-degree seeking students possessing basic horseback riding skills an opportunity to pursue their Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International instructor certification. The 16-credit program focuses on concepts of equine assisted activities and therapies, horse management, knowledge of disabilities, and the application of skills needed to become a Therapeutic Riding Instructor.
Certificate Requirements
Therapeutic Riding Certificate
Certificate Requirements
Required Credits: 18
| NDSU Requirements | ||
| ANSC 210 | Introduction to Therapeutic Horsemanship | 3 |
| ANSC 260L | Equine Care and Management Practicum | 1 |
| ANSC 261 | Basic Equitation & Horsemanship | 1 |
| ANSC 310 | Principles of Therapeutic Horsemanship Instruction | 3 |
| ANSC 361 | Intermediate Horsemanship | 1 |
| ANSC 410 | Therapeutic Horsemanship Teaching Practicum | 1 |
| MSUM Requirements | ||
| PE 320 | Anatomical Kinesiology | 3 |
| Choose one of the following from MSUM: | 3 | |
SPED 419: Biomedical Aspects of Physical & Health Disabilities | ||
SPED 417: Educating Students with Severe Disabilities | ||
| First Aid & CPR Certification | ||
| HNES 210 | First Aid and CPR | 2 |
| HLTH 125 | First Aid and CPR (MSUM) | |
| American Red Cross First Aid and CPR Certification at a Local Chapter. * | ||
| American Heart Association First Aid and CPR Certification at a Local Chapter. * | ||
| Total Credits | 18 | |
| * | Students completing First Aid and CPR through Local Chapters must have a representative from the department of Animal Science complete a waiver form for submission to the Office of Registration and Records as record of completion for the minor. |
Minor Requirements and Notes:
- A minimum of 8 credits must be taken at NDSU.
- ANSC 210 Introduction to Therapeutic Horsemanship may be substitute for SPED 320 Education Service for Children with Exceptionalities (MSUM) as a prerequisite for SPED 419.
- SPED 419 is recommended for non-education majors.
