INDIANA HORSE COUNCIL, INC.

COMMITTEE FOR EQUINE ASSISTED PROGRAMS

Compliance Criteria

     In order for an Indiana Equine Assisted Program to be listed and promoted by the Indiana Horse Council, the following minimum criteria need to be maintained annually:

1. The operating center shall have at least one nationally certified instructor on site.
2. The center shall have at least one AHA registered therapist if providing hippotherapy.
3. The center shall maintain NARHA or equivalent national or international accreditation, or be working toward that accreditation to the satisfaction of the committee.
4. The center shall be a registered organization and shall be authorized to do business in the state of Indiana and operate within prescribed guidelines as a for-profit or non-profit entity.
5. The center shall have a current certificate of insurance to fulfill their liability, property, and vehicle responsibilities.
6. The center shall assist in Hoosier Horse Fair & Expo preparations, demonstrations, or activities; or other EAP events during each year.
7. The center shall be an Indiana Horse Council Association member.
8. The center shall complete and return the Center Information Form with an authorized signature on the state of compliance to the above listed criteria.