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EQS295: Equine Therapies II
– 3 credits
Designed to train students with advanced equine therapy methods to relieve common conditions and pathologies for the musculoskeletal system. Identifying biomechanics, variations and abnormalities, muscle tension, joint stress, common injuries and lameness. Identifying and assessing the relationship between conformational flaws, range of motion and lameness as they align with the performance of specific disciplines. Discussion and demonstration with practical hands-on training of advanced equine therapy methods. Designed to train students to work in the field as an Equine Massage Practitioner with the ability to evaluate common conditions, and carry out a treatment plan, that will relieve muscle tension and pain, increasing circulation, flexibility and range of motion in the horse. Note: Certification is only obtained with a B or better in this course. EQS295 may be repeated for a total of six (6) credit hours. Prerequisites: A grade of B or better in EQS195 or permission of Department or Division.
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Delivery
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19041
Scottsdale
Offsite SCC Class Location
Hybrid In-Person
10/26 – 12/18
Fall 2026
M,Tu,W,Th
9:45AM – 11:35AM
- J. Clements
Open
10 of 10 seats available
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Notes
This class meets for an 8-week period during the full length semester. Students should expect an increased amount of work each week during the 8 weeks as compared to the same class offered in the full semester. Students are encouraged to work with an academic advisor to be sure their course load is balanced over the course of a given semester.
First class and all subsequent classes will meet at Westworld (16601 N Pima Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85260). Specific on-site location and route to be provided.
Students are responsible for transportation to off-site locations.
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
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Textbook info pending; check back after 04/15/2026
EQS295: Equine Therapies II – 3 credits
Designed to train students with advanced equine therapy methods to relieve common conditions and pathologies for the musculoskeletal system. Identifying biomechanics, variations and abnormalities, muscle tension, joint stress, common injuries and lameness. Identifying and assessing the relationship between conformational flaws, range of motion and lameness as they align with the performance of specific disciplines. Discussion and demonstration with practical hands-on training of advanced equine therapy methods. Designed to train students to work in the field as an Equine Massage Practitioner with the ability to evaluate common conditions, and carry out a treatment plan, that will relieve muscle tension and pain, increasing circulation, flexibility and range of motion in the horse. Note: Certification is only obtained with a B or better in this course. EQS295 may be repeated for a total of six (6) credit hours. Prerequisites: A grade of B or better in EQS195 or permission of Department or Division.
| Class# | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Instructors | Availability |
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19041
|
Scottsdale
Offsite SCC Class Location |
Hybrid In-Person
|
10/26 – 12/18
Fall 2026 |
M,Tu,W,Th
|
9:45AM – 11:35AM
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|
Open
10 of 10 seats available |
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