Master Equine Manual Therapist (M.E.M.T)
(Level 6)
Your Investment in Excellence
Ready to elevate your equine manual therapy practice to new heights? Join our Master in Equine Manual Therapy Programme, where you'll earn the prestigious post-nominals M.E.M.T.
As an equine manual therapist, you already grasp the significance of continuous learning and remaining at the forefront of advancements in your field. Our programme is designed to elevate your expertise, hone your skills, and equip you with the credentials necessary to thrive in this dynamic arena.
The programme is accredited by UKRS align to level 6.
Credentials
You must have completed our Advanced Practitioner in Equine Integrative Support Therapies (APEIST) level 5 or Practitioner in Equine Sports and Remedial Massage (PESRM) level 4.
Or studied with another course provider and attained accreditation at a level 4 minimum.
You will have been practising as an Equine Manual Therapist for at least 2 years and undertaking CPD.
It is recommended you will have manual therapist membership with IRVAP but not essential.
We prioritise your ongoing professional development through our own Continuing Professional Development (CPD) online courses, tailored to enhance both your skills and knowledge. Before you embark on the Master Programme you must complete 14 of our CPD online courses:
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Equine Kinesio Taping parts 1, 2, 3 (IRVAP accredited) (or another equivalent professional K Taping accreditation).
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Equine Craniosacral Therapy (IRVAP accredited and BHS approved).
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Advanced Myofascial Release and Kinetic Chains (IRVAP accredited and BHS approved).
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Myofascial Decompression Technique (Cupping) (IRVAP accredited).
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Advanced Assessment & Prescription for Training and Rehabilitation (IRVAP accredited).
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Equine Emergency First Aid (BHS approved).
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LED Photobiomodulation Therapy for Animals (EMA is an approved training provider by the equipment supplier Danetre Health Products.
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Equine Bit and Bridle Fitting for Equestrians (BHS approved).
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Empowering Equestrians with Saddle Assessment Skills (BHS approved).
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Equine Water Treadmill for Training and Rehabilitation (IRVAP accredited and BHS approved).
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Equine Conformation Biomechanics and Beyond (BHS approved).
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The Full Extent of Equine Lameness (BHS approved).
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Training from an Anatomical Perspective (BHS approved).
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Equine Biosecurity Best Practice Protocols (IRVAP accredited and BHS approved).
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Exploring Equine Neurology with Practical Assessments (IRVAP accredited and BHS approved).
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Equine Manual Lymphatic Drainage (IRVAP accredited).
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Impact of Nutrition of Equine Wellness, Performance and Recovery (BHS approved).
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Exploring Equine Neurology with Practical Assessments (IRVAP accredited and BHS approved).
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Myofascial Decompression Technique (Cupping) (IRVAP accredited and BHS approved).
Note: if participants have enrolled on the professional courses for Equine Bit and Bridle Fitting Consultant or Equine Health and Nutrition Management (Nutrition Advisor) then these replace 8 and 17 above.
Progressing to the Master Programme
You are required to complete 3 comprehensive case studies on horses utilising the additional skills learned during the CPD.