Well, let me ask you: Is there a difference between 1-ply and 3-ply toilet paper? It's all toilet paper, right? Wrong!

We can never speak on other certifications as we have not taken all the different certification courses. However, we have had many people attend our certification after taking other courses, saying they were still missing something and didn't know how to move forward.

Do your research. You want to make sure you are signing up for the certification that is right for you and going to get you where you want to be. Not only now but in 5, 10 or even 15 years down the line. We want to help you make a living doing what you love with horses in this life-changing career that will always include SAFETY!

At Equine Connection, we understand the confusion and fear of investing in the right certification for you and your horses. We aim to bring quality horse-assisted education, understanding the horse's culture and language with support to those we certify for a lifetime!

It's essential to understand the differences as we are not like any other equine assisted certification.

• The welfare of the horse comes first! SAFETY for horses and humans is number one in the building block of skills.
• A Governing Body - The EAL Network - This network aims to ensure the welfare of all horses who are teachers for Equine Connection Facilitators and provide safety standards for all participants. This Governing Body was developed to fill that gap in the equine assisted learning industry to ensure a checks and balances system for the Equine Connection Facilitators across the globe. Our primary goal is to maintain the safety of the horses, the clients and the integrity of EAL is held to the highest of standards and will also ensure the safest - and most ethical - learning experience possible.
• The extensive continuous training to support running your curriculum programs. Keeping up to date with the world and how the markets change is essential to meet the needs of those moving forward in their careers without the therapy portion.
• The professionalism is top-notch because you have the support to understand the power of running your curriculum programs with training videos', meetings, and the private Workplace where our global facilitators grow in getting results for their clients and organizations.
• We started this when EAL wasn't even "a thing," and people didn't understand it. This is an impressive credential alone, as we have been established since 2009. We held strong to develop the criteria for this unique certification.
• We originated the 'Outside the Box Business Package'! Business training in this field is 100% important to help you every step of the way because so many people get certifications but they don't know what to do with them or how to make money. 
• We are the only certification that actively partners with a university -  Equine Guelph, The Horse Owner's Centre at the University of Guelph. This credential is impressive as they have NEVER partnered with a certification of EAL EVER! We are the ONLY certification that matches their stringent ethics of working with horses. Why? Because the welfare of the horse comes first. We always suggest finding the background of your certification company to understand their ethics in how they work with horses.
• Kari trained in 2008 at a company that no longer exists when there was a six-person partnership. That included the designer of the programs and the certification school (Equine Connection still works with the designer). Kari was also the only instructor in the world certifying in the BuildingBlock™ course for one year, as the original organization had dissolved their business.
• We do the work. We don't just certify people; we also run the programs weekly with our clients and run women's workshops, corporate team building, and partner with many organizations to bring legitimacy to the EAL profession. This is what keeps us at the forefront of this field. 

We are not a therapy course - we are skills development. You also don't have to be a degreed therapist or counsellor to run these objectively driven programs because it's about developing skills-no equine therapy - no riding. However, we know that horse therapy exists whenever you work with these magnificent creatures, but running courses and calling them therapy when you are not a therapist or clinical professional is misleading and unethical.

So? 1-ply vs. 3-ply. Ensure you are getting the highest quality certification out there - Because nobody likes 1-ply toilet paper.

Being accredited means, an organization has proven itself as a legitimate establishment in its field.

Accreditation is essential when looking for an organization certifying you in knowledge, theory, research to back your certification, hands-on programs, credentials, when they were established, reviews, and understanding of the horse's welfare as a living being.

Our certification isn't from a registered school; instead, we focus on equipping you with the skills needed to thrive as an entrepreneur in the equine field, without requiring a degree. Many successful entrepreneurs have flourished in this field through hands-on experience and a deep passion for their work.

Entrepreneurship is key to economic growth, creating jobs, and driving innovation. By starting your own business, you contribute to the economy while offering valuable products or services. Understanding local business regulations is essential, even though formal education may not be obligatory. Mastering business fundamentals, financial management, and marketing can significantly boost your chances of success.

Equine Connection maintains the highest of education and learning standards. We;

• Have been established in January 2009
• Globally accredited as an organization has proven itself as a legitimate establishment in its field, and is not restricted to being affiliated with a university or college.
• We have a University that supports our certification. Equine Guelph, The Horse Owner's Centre at the University of Guelph. Why? Because the welfare of the horse comes first. We always suggest finding the background of your certification company to understand their qualifications.
• A global company, which by definition means that we operate in at least one country other than the country where it originated.
• Operate under a Governing Body. This governing body ensures facilitators can maintain their mandated hours while continuing to learn their objectively driven programs and exercises with results for safety and competency.
• Partner with our horses as teachers for the results of the programs. We do not "use' horses, but rather ensure their true welfare at all times.
• Have insurance set up in Canada, Australia and the USA.

With your one time investment there is NO ongoing fees

Instant Business Pack - Ready To Move Forward Immediately

Go farther than you thought possible! Start your dream career by having all of your business materials completed, designed and ready to go for you! All of the hard work and guesswork is done! This Instant ‘Essential Business Pack' will take weeks to go through!

Digitally designed and ready to print plus; lesson plans, research-based exercises, professionally designed materials, instructions, informational documents, tutorials, textbooks, supply lists, guides with step-by-step action plans, marketing, business setups, classroom preparations, horse knowledge, pricing, retaining clients, videos to use, pictures to use, PowerPoints, the resources available to you are unbeatable and so much more!

Understanding from a business perspective your ROI and write-off's. It doesn’t matter if you a not-for-profit, sole proprietor, or a for-profit business owner. No re-creating the wheel and doing it the right way, right out of the gate.

It's a career with horses not a course. We invest back into you for the life of your career. We continually provide training you for the life of your certification and included how to build a sustainable business, find your success with help, and support 24/7. It's the investment that keeps on going with your one time investment. PLUS you have a Return On Investment!  https://youtu.be/VpGyCwQ8VdE

Being nationally or globally recognized empowers businesses to operate anywhere and secure comprehensive insurance coverage worldwide. Entrepreneurship fuels economic growth, generating employment and innovation. Though formal education isn't obligatory, mastering business fundamentals, finance, marketing, and customer relations enhances success prospects.

Plus, Our governing body, The EAL Network ensures facilitators maintain professionalism and expertise, delivering objective-driven programs for safety and competency.