Master Equine Manager Level I

The Iowa State University Extension (ISUE) Master Equine Manager Program will consist of six 2-hour sessions which will cover the science of horse management.  In addition, participants will be required to attend a two-day hands-on skill development session at Iowa State University. The class will be a mix of discussion and hands-on skill development.  Six of the eight sessions will be core curriculum, with one optional session chosen by the interests of the group. 

Purpose:       

• To provide in-depth training to selected horse enthusiast in order to increase the knowledge and skill in equine science, care and training.
•  To develop a cadre of knowledgeable equine managers to assist ISUE in conducting educational programs and activities.
•  To increase the quality, competitiveness and economic potential of the Iowa horse industry.
• To develop a volunteer network for Youth and 4-H/FFA horse programs.
• To develop an Advisory Board representing educational institutions, industry partners and horse organizations

Level I Program Requirements:

•  Must have a strong interest and desire to develop skill in equine care and management.
•  Must be willing to share and demonstrate horse skills and knowledge with others.
• A commitment to participate in all classes is required.

Delivery Modes:

• The six 2-hour sessions will be presented using Wimba Live Classroom, a real-time, virtual classroom. Wimba can be used on any computer that meets the requirements listed. Participants will need access to an active Internet connection that has Internet access at 56K or above, windows 2000+, Mac OSX 10.2+ or Linux, 128 MB RAM (256 MB recommended) and IE 5.0+, Netscape 7.0+, Mozilla 1.0+ (Browser must be Java and Javascript enabled). One could use a computer at a library or extension office. It is easy-to-use and is interactive

•  Attend a 2-day “hands-on” interactive program at Iowa State University

Enrollment/Fee:

• Enrollment will be limited to the first 20 people registered with paid enrollment fees. Registrations received without enrollment fees will not be accepted. 
•  Half of the program fee is due 30 days prior to the first class with the remainder due at the first class. (If program fee is not received, enrollment with be denied)
•  A program fee of $295 will be assessed for the complete Master Equine Manager program to include presenters, hand-outs, facilities, refreshments, access to the material on the web, and 2.4 ISU Continuing Education Credits

 Certification Requirements:

• Certification Levels:
  • Level one (I) attained through completion of Master Equine Manager program
  • Advanced Levels (II, III) developed as needed.
• Maintaining certification:
  • Three hours of continuing education training each year*. Continuing education hours may be from ISU workshops/conferences or from other approved equine programs.

Master Equine Manager Level II Modules

The Iowa State University Extension (ISUE) Master Equine Manager Program Level II consists of individual modules covering in-depth aspects of horse management and the concepts of riding and training.

Purpose:

• To provide in-depth training on specific topics to selected horse enthusiast in order to increase the knowledge and skill in equine science, care and training.

• To increase the quality, competitiveness and economic potential of the Iowa horse industry.

• To develop a cadre of knowledgeable equine managers to assist ISUE in conducting educational programs and activities.

• To develop a volunteer network for Youth and 4-H/FFA horse programs.

Student Requirements:

• Must have a strong interest and desire to develop skill in equine care and management.

• Must be willing to share and demonstrate horse skills and knowledge with others.

• A commitment to participate in the class is required.

Delivery Modes:

• On-site learning sessions or workshops

• Web-based instruction with centrally located on-site demonstration sessions

• Web-cast, videotape/DVD and other learning technologies as appropriate

Enrollment/Cost:

• Enrollment will be limited to 20 people registered with paid enrollment fees.  registrations received without enrollment fees will not be accepted.

• A program fee per module will be assessed for the Master Equine Manager program Level II to include presenters, reference materials, facilities, and refreshments.

• Each module will cover a different subject. After completion of a module you will receive a certificate in that subject matter. Participants can take one or all modules.

• An examination (written and/or practical) will be given on the module. Participants must pass the examination on the material with an 80% or better.

• Maintaining certification: Six hours of continuing education training each year. Continuing education hours may be from ISU workshops/conferences or from other approved equine programs.

Benefits and Opportunities for the Certified Master Equine Manager Level II

• Receive a certificate from Iowa State University in each module – emergency care, functional anatomy, equine nutrition, equine forage management, equine business management

• Develop new skills to enhance employment opportunities within the industry.

• Receive program notebook, reference materials and other valuable resources.

• Receive detailed knowledge and “hands-on” experience

• Participate in horse organizations with public education programs.

• Iowa State University Continuing Education credits are available for completing this program.  The number of credits varies with each module.  Modules are also approved for Iowa Board of Veterinary Medicine continuing education credits.
  

Upon completion of the Master Equine Manager program, each graduate will receive:

• Graduation Certificate

• Master Equine Manager wallet identification card with module listed

• Permanent Master Equine Manager name badge.

• ISU Continuing Education Credit

• Entry to database for receiving program updates and Master Equine Manager Overview e-newsletter (MEMO).

Use of the ‘Master Equine Manager’ title

The title “Iowa Master Equine Manager” is given exclusively by Iowa State University Extension to individuals successfully completing the Master Equine Manager Program. The Master Equine Manager Program Completion Certificate should be displayed with pride reflecting the completion of the training program. ISU Extension, of which the Master Equine Manager Program is a part, must be viewed as a source of research-based learning and information. The Master Equine Manager Program Certificate and/or the ‘Master Equine Manager’ title shall not be used to provide any endorsement by Iowa State University of a commercial product or business. The program logo is trademarked by Iowa State University and cannot be used without the permission of the Iowa State University Trademark office.