Animal Tactile Therapy
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The Australian College of Animal Tactile Therapy is located in Monbulk, Victoria and was formed in 2001 to provide professional training in animal tactile therapy and natural health.
We offer both professional level courses and special interest courses for horse enthusiasts. All courses have been developed following investigation into the Australian equine industry and the educational needs of those that work and play within the industry.
The aim of ACATT is to provide the student with the latest study material and information in the field of tactile therapy and natural care. We aim to provide training of the highest possible standard in technical knowledge, innovation, ethics and safety.
Our commitment is to high quality education, the advancement of natural animal health knowledge, and the enhancement of quality of life for all species.
by the Holistic Animal Therapy Association of Australia Inc.
To provide students with a flexible learning package that provides professional education in equine tactile therapy and natural health care.
To provide students with theory and practical skills in natural health care and tactile therapies including Sports, Remedial, Shiatsu, T-Touch and Bowen.
Our Professional Graduates:
1. Understand the horse and its nature, and work to connect with the horse
2. Are very knowledgeable in equine anatomy and biomechanics
3. Have a thorough understanding of the importance of and how to provide a balanced diet.
4. Are proficient in their chosen area of Equine Therapy,providing thorough assessment and application of appropriate treatment.
5. Understand exercise physiology and the effects of exercise and training on the horse's body
6. Have a good understanding of equine health, along with the causes and signs of ill health
8. Are able to provide holistic equine health care advise.
9. Recognize the need for, and advise veterinary attention be sought where required.
10. Work with veterinarians as an integral part of the equine health management team
11. Have an understanding of business management, with practical and theoretical knowledge of team leadership.
12. Respect the rights and dignity of each individual horse and their carer, and at all times work to maintain a high level of professional competence.
Professional Courses Offered
DIPLOMA OF EQUINE TACTILE THERAPY
Accredited by H.A.T.A.A. For Practitioner Membership
Prerequisite: Equine Sports Therapy
Subjects Covered
Anatomy & Physiology for Remedial Therapists
Biomechanics
Equine Health
Nutrition
Holistic Therapies
Shiatsu, Bowen, T-Touch
Therapeutic Massage
Hoof Care
Rehabilitative Training
Practical Requirements
Two Weeks Practical Intensive
One Week Supervised Management component at practical intensive.
80 hours external practical work
Total Hours
12 months.
Fees
Delivered over 2 modules
Full fee for Diploma Modules $3,600.00
Students can pay utilising our payment plan as described below or gain a 10% discount for paying the full fee up front.
$1,400.00 on commencement
and 10 one monthly payments of $220.00.
Includes an administration fee of $100.00
CERTIFICATE OF EQUINE SPORTS THERAPY
Practitioner Membership Pending
Prerequisite: Certificate of Equine Massage Therapy
Subjects Delivered
Anatomy & Physiology for Sports Therapy
Equine Sports Massage
Exercise Physiology
Business Management
Practical Requirements
1 week Practical Intensive
40 Hours External practical experience
Fees
$2,000.00 payable in full on enrollment.
or take advantage of the following payment plan
$1,000.00 on commencement and
5 one monthly payments of $220.00.
Includes an administration fee of $100.00
CERTIFICATE OF EQUINE MASSAGE THERAPY
Introduction to Equine Massage.
Equine Handling & Behaviour
Anatomy & Physiology for Masseurs
Conformation and Movement
Practical Component
One Week Practical Intensive
20 hours External Practical Work
Fees:
$1,950.00 payable in full on commencement,
or take advantage of the following payment plan
$950.00 on commencement and
5 x one monthly payments of $220.00.
Includes an administration fee of $100.00
CERTIFICATE OF EQUINE HEALTH
H.A.T.A.A. Accredited
Subjects Covered
Anatomy & Physiology for Masseurs
Anatomy & Physiology for Remedial Therapists
Equine Health
Holistic Therapies
Equine Nutrition
Hoof Health & Care
Rehabilitative Training
Conformation and Movement
Equine Handling & Behaviour
Business Management
Practical Requirements
Compulsory Tutorials Case Studies using a holistic approach to equine health care.
Total Hours
12 months.
Fees
Full Fee for the course is $3,000.00
Delivered over 2 modules
payment can be made in full,
or using the following payment plan:
Payment on enrolment: $1,100.00 Then 8 payments of $250.00 being the remainder of the fees due and a $100.00 administration fee.
CERTIFICATE OF EQUINE NATURAL THERAPY
H.A.T.A.A. Accredited
This course is designed to provide equine carers with extensive education in equine health including the use of herbs, tissue salts and Bach therapy and complementary tactile therapies.
Subjects Delivered
Module One:
Anatomy & Physiology
Introduction to Equine Massage
Equine Health
Equine Hoof Care
Module Two:
Holistic Therapies
Equine Nutrition
Business Management
Practical Intensive: 5 days
Case Studies
Total Hours 420 hours
Fees: Full fee for course is $2,200.00
Or use the following payment plan: Payment on enrolment: $1,200.00 Plus 5 payments of $220.00 Includes a $100.00 administration fee
CERTIFICATE OF EQUINE NUTRITION
This course is designed to provide equine carers with extensive education in equine nutrition, including anatomy, health and clinical nutrition.
Subjects Covered
Module One:
Anatomy & Physiology of Internal Systems
Equine Clinical Nutrition
Equine Health
Business Management
Practical Requirements Case Studies Total Hours: 280 hours
Fees: Full Fee for course: $1,400.00
Or use the following payment plan:
Payment on enrolment: $900.00
Then 3 x 1 monthly payments of $200.00
Includes a $100.00 administration fee.
CERTIFICATE OF HORSE HANDLING
Offered to those people that work with horses,
such as strappers, equine handlers, trainers, riding instructors, farriers, stable hands and masseurs that have completed a basic massage course and wish to extend their health care knowledge.
Subjects Covered
Module One:
Anatomy & Physiology
Equine Nutrition
Equine Handling and Behaviour
Equine Conformation and Movement
Module Two:
Business Management
Equine Health
Equine Rehabilitation
Exercise Physiology
Total Hours: 500 hours
Fees: Full Fee for course: $2,200.00
Or use the following payment plan:
Payment on enrollment: $1,100.00
Then 6 x 1 monthly payments of $200.00
Includes a $100.00 administration fee.
CERTIFICATE OF EQUINE TRAINING & REHABILITATION
Subjects Covered
Equine Movement and Conformation
Equine Handling and Behaviour
Equine Health
Equine Hoof Care
Equine Rehabilitation
Total Hours: 360 Hours
Fees: Full Fee for this course is $1600.00
Payment plan available: On enrollment: $900.00
Then 3 payments of $200.00
Includes a $100.00 administration fee.
Course Fees stated above include all course notes, tutorials, theoretical and practical instruction. Suggested text books, other reading materials and equipment required can be purchased by the student through the college at reasonable rates.
The above fees do not include accommodation costs for the practical intensive.
We arrange accommodation for students, the cost of which is currently $160.00 (AUS) per 5 days, all students attending the practical intensive are also required to pay a $100.00 administration fee.
Our innovative Equine Massage and Health Care Courses provide a high degree of flexibility in commencement times and student outcomes. All students are welcome to attend the practical intensive sessions multiple times if desired, and it is a requirement for Diploma students to gain supervisory and educational experience while supervising the Introductory and sports therapy practical intensives.
External practical experience is a further component of our courses, this allows students to develop their professional and industry skills.
Our professionally accredited courses produce Equine Therapists who at all times combine professionalism and respect for the animal. Our graduates have extensive knowledge of equine anatomy, physiology and locomotion as you would expect from any professional equine therapist, the tactile therapy students also gain expertise in exercise physiology, specialized massage techniques, equine health, nutrition and equine rehabilitation.
These courses were developed by The Australian College of Animal Tactile Therapy in response to industry demand for professional, knowledgeable and highly skilled Equine Massage and Physical Therapy Specialists.
All professional courses are offered by external study with internal practical sessions. Internal Practical intensives are held six monthly.
The Diploma of Equine Tactile Therapy is designed to be complete over two years, with each certificate or module running over one semester. The Certificate of Equine Health is a twelve month certificate.
Students can elect to do all subjects concurrently or do a less number of subjects each semester.
Students that successfully complete all assessment items within their certificate or diploma will receive an award stating so.
Written Assignments,
Written Tests,
Practical Assessment and
External Practical Reports.
Further information can be obtained by phoning: Australia: 03 9752 1688 International: 613 9752 1688
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