PATH INTERNATIONAL
For more information contact:
Cher Smith
Communications Coordinator
(800) 369-7433, ext. 123
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March 2017
Registration Open for the Inaugural PATH Intl. Virtual Conference
Denver—Registration is now open for the inaugural PATH Intl. virtual conference, May 17 and 18, 2017. This online learning experience provides an important professional education opportunity to individuals in equine-assisted activities and therapies (EAAT) and for those who may want to learn more about this burgeoning field. This virtual event will consist of ten total educational sessions, including five hour-long sessions each day from speakers with diverse areas of expertise such as healthcare professionals, individuals from the education and special education fields, mental health professionals, center program directors, administrative personnel and credentialed professionals. The two-day event will be held completely online so that participants can conveniently participate from anywhere they have access to a computer and the internet.
PATH Intl. has hand-picked the individuals who will lead the sessions. These speakers were chosen because of their reputation and expertise in specific topics and are also individuals who will make this online format as empowering, informative and enlightening as the annual PATH Intl. Conference. For a full listing of speakers and sessions and to register, click here.
If you are interested in exhibiting at the virtual conference, time has been built into the schedule for meet-and-greets between exhibitors and attendees. Special registration discounts are available for exhibitors as well as before and after benefits. Contact Cher Smith at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for information or to sign up.
We are excited about offering this virtual conference to so many who are unable to attend the in-person conference in November (this year in San Antonio) and to those looking to further their education and knowledge of equine-assisted activities and therapies. Please join us.
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About PATH Intl.
The Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International® (PATH Intl.®) was formed in 1969 to promote safety and optimal outcomes in equine-assisted activities and therapies (EAAT) for individuals with special needs. At 877 member centers, more than 62,400 children and adults, including 5,500 veterans, may find improved health, wellness and a sense of pride, independence and fun through involvement with horses. Therapeutic horsemanship at member centers may include hippotherapy, equine-facilitated mental health, driving, interactive vaulting, trail riding, competition, ground work and stable management. Through a wide variety of educational resources, the association helps individuals start and maintain successful EAAT programs. There are nearly 55,000 volunteers, 4,846 instructors, 7,546 equines and thousands of contributors from all over the world helping people at PATH Intl. Member Centers.