Operations

Our operations include, but are not limited to: certification of licensed mental health therapists as certified equine assisted therapist (CEAT), the certification of licensed or certified chemical dependency/mental health counselors as certified equine assisted counselors (CEAC), the certification of horse professionals with associates degree and/or years of experience in the equine field considered an equine specialist. All three professionals must be trained by an approved training organization, including a minimum of 1000 hours of supervised EAP/EFT experience for level I certification; and 4000 hours for level II certification. Testing is a requirement for all areas of certification, which is offered on-line - you must receive a passing grade of 75% to complete the certification with NACPET. Accreditation (NACPET) and dual accreditation (NACPET & CTHA) for facilities utilizing certified staff and/or horses is also available. Annual membership is required for all certified professionals - these funds help with the operations of the organization, including appropriating grants to other organizations for EAP/EFT growth, scientific research, no cost services to at-risk youth, Veterans, Native Americans, and low-income children.