Online Education

We are dedicated to providing access to credible sources of training and education on equine health and welfare topics. Continuing education and certification opportunities for horse owners is extremely important.

The Horse Portal

We partner with Equine Guelph to provide members with short, easily-accessible training programs so members have the opportunity to stay up-to-date on the latest information and education in regard to equine care, welfare and interest areas.

This partnership enables us to offer continuing education and certification opportunities to our members – athletes, coaches, officials, facility personnel and horse caregivers. Members receive a 15% discount on short courses offered on The Horse Portal and NCCP Certified Coaches and Instructors may apply these certificates toward professional development courses.

Some of the available courses include, but are not limited to:

• Horse Behavior & Safety – youth course (free)
• The Senior Horse
• Equine First Aid
• Fire & Emergency Preparedness
• Horse Care & Welfare
• Gut Health & Colic Prevention

To find out more and access this excellent educational tool, visit the AEF/Equine Guelph Horse Portal.

See the Fall 23 / Winter 24 short online course lineup from Equine Guelph.

Other Online Training

The Horse Welfare Alliance of Canada offers three training programs .

1. Equine Codes of Practice (no cost)
2. Horse Hauling Course
3. Equine Emergency Response Training