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What is the difference between Therapeutic Horse Riding Instructor vs Equine Therapist?

AspectTherapeutic Horse Riding InstructorEquine Therapist
CertificationsSpecialized riding instructor certifications, sometimes including therapeutic riding credentialsEquine-assisted therapy certifications, often including mental health or counseling credentials
Work EnvironmentEquestrian centers, therapy facilities, riding schoolsTherapy clinics, mental health centers, equine therapy programs
Industry UsageFocuses on riding skills and physical therapy through horseback ridingFocuses on mental health, emotional well-being, and therapeutic outcomes with horses

While both roles involve working with horses in therapeutic settings, Therapeutic Horse Riding Instructors primarily focus on teaching riding skills and physical therapy, whereas Equine Therapists emphasize mental health and emotional healing through equine-assisted therapy. The certifications and work environments overlap but serve different therapeutic goals.

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Infographic showing various Therapeutic Horse Riding Instructor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 5% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution.

PATH Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor

Rancho Santa Fe, CA • On-site

Helen Woodward Animal Center
Charitable Organizations • 51 - 200 employees
Learn more about Helen Woodward Animal Centerexternal

$24/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 26 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Ensure the safety and welfare of riders, horses, and volunteers during therapy sessions.

  • Prepare, coach, and evaluate lesson plans based on clients' capabilities and progression.

  • Lead and direct volunteers assisting with the therapeutic riding program.

Job description

Therapeutic Riding Instructors Needed!Therapeutic Riding Instructor-(Path) Helen Woodward Animal CenterRancho Santa Fe, CA$24.00/hourPart Time (PT about 24 hours per week) (Includes weekdays, weekends (Sun required), and holidays as needed) Are you passionate about developing a rider's potential through the dedicated practice of learning to ride, control, and bond with horses? Do you have experience providing equine-assisted services (EAS) for individuals with special needs? Is maintaining a PATH Int'l credentialed environment for riders, horses, instructors, and volunteers important to you? Then look no further, we have the opportunity for you! There is nothing traditional about the service we provide to our community! As a Therapeutic Riding Instructor you will have a highly rewarding opportunity to help improve the lives of individuals each day! Helen Woodward Animal Center is one of only a handful of facilities in Southern California to be a certified member of PATH International. This role is an ideal position for a registered-level instructor with PATH Int'l with several years' experience riding hours at an advanced level. The Therapeutic Riding Instructor opportunity will provide exposure to proper therapeutic techniques, Path Int'l safety standards, and building sincere connections within the San Diego community. SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITES:The Therapeutic Riding Instructor is responsible for ensuring the safety and welfare of riders, horses, and volunteers at all times during therapy sessions. This role will require an individual to be attentive, knowledgeable, and proactive towards a client's personal disabilities and behavioral tendencies. The Therapeutic Riding Instructor is expected to prepare, coach to, and evaluate lesson plans in a manner consistent with the client's capabilities and progression. You may regularly be required to coordinate care with families, physical, and/or occupational therapists of your clients. As a part of this role you will also actively recruit and assist in the training of horse for the therapeutic program. This role does not include managerial responsibilities, but you will lead and direct volunteers assisting with the program and therefore should promote a respect-first environment. A sense of teamwork is essential to success in this role. This individual should be willing and able to perform various therapeutic duties or customer interactions at any time with an energetic and professional spirit. Ensure quality animal care and records are maintained in a manner that ensures accuracy, confidentiality, accessibility, and safe keeping.Other requirements include: Current PATH Intl. certification as registered-level instructor is required. Advanced or Mastery-level is preferred At least 2 years of experience working or volunteering at a PATH Intl. Premiere Accredited Therapeutic Riding or Member Center3-5 years working with horses, advanced level of instructor-riding is preferred Demonstrated experience in handling personnel concerns with urgency and professionalism Reliable team player committed to building positive relationships and adapting to several roles and tasks when needed Consistent record of attendance and punctualitySolutions/results oriented and passionate about meeting individual and team goalsThis position does require consistent physical activity including walking, standing, sitting bending, lifting and assisting children of young ages and reaching overhead. Candidates will spend up to 95% of the time working outdoors. This individual will be working in close proximity to animals therefore allergens and dander is present at all timesDriving duties are not a requirement in this roleDue to the nature of our clients and our work environment, a LiveScan fingerprint back ground check is required. HWAC is an equal opportunity employer and dedicated to promoting an inclusive environment for all of our employees and prospecting candidates.
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