Psychology for Horse Trainers and Equestrian Coaches

For Coaches

Already a qualified Equestrian Coach? Or wanting to become one? There is an option here for you!

Do you have an existing coaching qualification but want to improve your understanding of equine psychology?

You might be interested in our Psychology for Coaches qualification launching in 2026

You can choose from the following options:

  1. Full course. Hybrid learning mix of online video lessons, tutorials, real world meet ups and practical assessments.

  2. Pick 'n'mix. Select the topics that you need to work on. Online courses with the option to add on tutor support.

  3. Feel you already have the knowledge and skills? Progress directly to the Practical Examination and Registration.

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Completing this form is not a commitment to join the course, simply an expression of interest.

Want to find out more about Psy-HTEC courses before you commit?

Why not sign up for one of our introductory courses?

Below you will find some of our recommended courses, or you can click on the link to take you to a list of all courses that are currently open for sign up.

Featured products

  • £75 or 3 monthly payments of £25

Reading the Horse 2023

  • Course
  • 52 Lessons
  • 90-day access

We will look at what facial expression, posture and behaviour can tell us about how the horse feels. Each section consists of video lesson, a video exercise for you to have a go at, and answers. Access to lessons for 90 days from start.

  • £30

How Horses Learn Best: Learning Theory in Context 2020

  • Course
  • 22 Lessons
  • 30-day access

I've been teaching the importance of understanding learning theory in context since the first CPD day I was asked to deliver for the APBC back in 2005. Over the years I have observed many trainers looking purely at the mechanics of learning theory, without understanding the context. How is the horse feeling? What is going on inside the horse? How is that likely to be expressed?

  • £35

Getting Started with the Clicker 2020

  • Course
  • 11 Lessons
  • 180-day access

Perhaps the most important thing you can do is build a solid foundation for your training. Learn how essential these foundations are, how to build a solid foundation and points you need to consider when working with the clicker. Even if you have already been working with the clicker for a while, you will find this course useful- foundations are always good to revisit!