The Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International (PATH Intl.) is embarking on a strategic planning initiative to update the current 2013-2016 strategic plan and adopt an ongoing process for thinking and planning strategically throughout the enterprise.

The PATH Intl. Board of Trustees would very much appreciate your input as a PATH Intl. member at this juncture. This survey is for PATH Intl. Members only. Please complete this survey by Monday, April 25, 2016. The information gleaned from this survey will provide a stimulus for discussion at the May board strategic planning session.

As a thank you for sharing your perspective and providing insight relevant to PATH Intl.'s desired future, please leave your name and be entered into a drawing for a free registration in the PATH Intl. Spinal Cord Injuries, Paralysis and EAAT Online Course.

Click here for the survey.

Thank you!

The PATH Intl. Spinal Cord Injuries, Paralysis and EAAT online course offers instructors an understanding of SCI conditions and how to apply this knowledge to the development of safe and effective EAAT lesson plans. Course curriculum will focus on integrating new ideas for offering a participant-centered approach to planning and facilitating EAAT.

The next section of the PATH Intl. Spinal Cord Injuries, Paralysis and EAAT online course will begin May 1, 2016. In addition, this course is eligible for six hours of disability education and six hours of continuing education hours on your annual certification compliance. This is 12 hours total of continuing education hours.

Julie Broadway, the executive director of the American Morgan Horse Association and the PATH Intl. Board of Trustees President, has been named president of the American Horse Council. Founded in 1969 as a Washington D.C.-based national association, the American Horse Council promotes and protects all horse breeds, disciplines and interests by communicating with Congress, federal agencies, the media and the industry itself.

"We are excited for this wonderful opportunity for Julie and the American Horse Council," said PATH Intl. CEO Kathy Alm. "The American Horse Council is so important to all of us in the horse industry as it works to protect our partners in the work we do. We look forward to our continued participation in this important work."
Congratulations, Julie! 

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PATH Intl. Region Conferences are a great way to get continuing education credits for instructor compliance and a wonderful way to network with others in your region. Visit the region calendar page often for information or click below for the agenda and registration information.

Region 4, May 20-22, Union, KY
Region 9, June 3-5, Ellensburg, WA
Region 10, May 20-22, Casper, WY
Region 11, June 3-5, Elk Grove, CA 

As of March 7th, PATH Intl. is pleased to announce updated application and certification booklets for the Advanced therapeutic riding instructor program. With the implementation of a formal application for this program, PATH Intl. will be able to provide Advanced candidates with guidance and information about Advanced educational opportunities, including certification prep courses, and upcoming certification events. Please visit the PATH Intl. website to download the new booklets.