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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: 17

NDSU Requirements
ANSC 210Introduction to Equine Assisted Activities and Therapies3
ANSC 260LEquine Care and Management Practicum1
ANSC 261Basic Equitation & Horsemanship1
ANSC 310Instruction of Equine Assisted Activities and Therapies 3
ANSC 361Intermediate Horsemanship1
ANSC 410Equine Assisted Activities and Therapies Practicum1
MSUM Requirements
PE 320Anatomical Kinesiology3
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 210Professional Rescuer CPR/AED and First Aid1
HLTH 125First 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 Credits17
*

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 Equine Assisted Activities and Therapies 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.