Master’s Degree: Curriculum and Instruction
Our founder holds a Master’s Degree in Curriculum and Instruction. She understands teaching and learning from a child’s and adult’s perspective and has spent much of her teaching career observing the impact furry friends have on her students. Our program is an experiential learning model. You can find out more about experiential learning on our research and resources page. Check it out!
The HERD Institute® Equine Facilitated Learning (EFL) Senior Instructor
Through the EFL Level 1 and Level 2 training, Rachael was able to develop the philosophical foundation needed to build a program which meets the needs of the community, while adhering to clear ethical standards. Rachael has found the certification to be so valuable, she gave an enthusiastic yes when invited to join the instructor team.
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Equine Facilitated Learning Certification Advanced
Our founder, Rachael, has received her certification in Equine Facilitated Learning from The HERD Institute. She has completed Foundation and Advanced training.
Horse Powered Reading
Rachael has completed the Horse Powered Reading training program, which allows UP THERE to incorporate Horse Powered Reading curriculum materials into their programming options.
Equine Health And Emergency First-Aid
Rooster and Rachael completed their Basic Equine Health Emergency First-Aid through Equi-First Aid Missouri.
Masterson Method Equine Specialist
Rachael completed her Masterson Method Equine Specialist Certificate through The Masterson Method
At UP THERE, we abide by the 25 Principles of the Compassionate Equestrian. We commit to compassion being the foundation for our interactions with our horses, our dogs, the people we interact with at UP THERE, and within the equine community as a whole.
