Professional Student Course
Module #1
In this first online course you will learn everything about hoof anatomy.
There are lectures about every detail of the hoof and special animations.
To understand the importance of natural bare hoof care, we think it important to understand what is happening on the inside of the hoof and how this influences the growth of the hoof capsule.
You will get detailed insight about the correct hoof form, so you may compare what you have learned to your own horses.
How the hoof functions will give you insight into the genius of the hoof construction.
With a very detailed lecture about basic trimming you will either be prepared to enter the practical part of this course series, or you will at least be able to evaluate the correct work of your hoof care provider.
The discussion about shoeing will teach you when and why shoes do not work; and finally we will discuss the problems you may expect when you take the shoes off your horse. This will ward off any surprises and prepare you for all eventualities. Minimum study time for this course: 42 hours
Module #2
Taking off the shoes and trimming a hoof is not enough.
There are many more aspects in natural horse husbandry, some are critical to hoof health.
These sessions will instruct you why horse's hooves deform under certain managing aspects and what can be done to remedy a potentially fatal situation.
We cover lifestyle and nutrition, anatomy of the horse, lameness evaluation and gaits.
You also will get an introduction to many alternative modalities, which can help your horse to perform better or recover from many ailments.
Minimum study time for this course: 37 hours
Module #3
How to Set Up a Comprehensive Case Study
This is an online course.
Not just for the Professional Student. Here you learn how to take good pictures and set up a case study that will allow you to review and compare your trim, long after a horse has been worked on by you or rehabilitated. Even seasoned professionals keep case studies on all of their horses
Time commitment: Theory: 2 hours
Practical application: Many hours,
depending on your camera, your
computer skills etc.
Module #4
This is the most complex of all lecture blocks. You will learn what causes pathologies and how to prevent them. You will learn how to deal with existing pathologies and all their pitfalls and you also will get some valuable advice when not to take on a case.
Advanced Trimming; Contraction; Trimming for Contraction; Club and Coon foot; Laminitis and Founder; Trimming for Laminitis and Founder; Troubleshooting; Other Pathologies
This module requires previous study of module #1-3
Time commitment: 75+ hours
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Module #5
The Complete Hoof Care Professional
Help with your Business.
How to find new clients and keep them.
How to assess your charges and expenses
How to plan your future business
Legal and tax consideration and much more
The Hoof Care Professional is much more than just a service provider for a short time. Here you will learn all the ins and outs of the trade.
Time commitment: about 35 hours
Module #6
A practical day.
Horsemanship is an important part of your relationship with horses. We have set up a day to share our thoughts about safe and effective horse handling with special attention to trimming. This day will be held either in conjunction with mentoring days or together with the final practicum.
Time commitment: One whole day (8 x 45 minutes)
You may be exempt from this day if you can prove exemplary horsemanship to your mentor(s).
This day is not included in your payments, you may purchase it separately, please see Tuition page.
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