Discover the Healing Power of Nature with Your Horse
If you believe in the incredible healing power of nature and have a passion for horses, then our online Equine Botanical Choices (Zoopharmacognosy) course was made for you!
Through engaging, step-by-step multimedia lessons, this comprehensive training will bring the world of Zoopharmacognosy to life. You'll learn how animals—including horses—naturally seek out and use medicinal plants to support their health and well-being.
What is Zoopharmacognosy? Zoopharmacognosy is the study of how animals self-select and self-medicate with plants. Our course focuses specifically on horses, helping you understand their instincts and empowering you to offer safe, ethical botanical options for common issues—from digestive troubles to behavioral challenges.
What You’ll Learn:
The science behind how horses select plants to support their health
Over 100 conditions and how botanicals can complement veterinary care
How to ethically and effectively offer choices to horses in a non-intrusive way
Practical, hands-on skills to apply this knowledge as a professional
Who is This Course For? Whether you're an equine professional or a dedicated horse owner, this course is designed for those seeking a natural, complementary approach to horse care. You'll explore the powerful synergy between nature and modern science to create healthier, happier horses.
Meet Your Instructor: Angela Hall, a Master in Herbology and seasoned practitioner, developed this course with a focus on compassion and ethics. Along with her experienced team, she ensures the curriculum reflects the latest research and highest standards in the field.
Flexible, Self-Paced, and Accessible Anywhere Study at your own pace, from anywhere in the world. Our user-friendly online platform includes video lessons, downloadable manuals, quizzes, assignments, and real-life case studies. You’ll receive personal feedback and support from our expert assessor and practitioner, Tara.
Accreditation & Certification This course is accredited by UK Rural Skills and aligns with UK Level 5 or US Bachelor Degree coursework-level educational standards. For U.S. and international students, we recommend checking local regulations regarding practice and scope, as these can vary widely.
Entry Requirements:
A solid background in horse care or ownership
A passion for holistic health
Commitment to a complementary—not replacement—approach to veterinary care
Not sure if you qualify? Reach out to Millie at [email protected] and she’ll be happy to help.
Course Duration: This course consists of a combination of video lessons, readings from course manuals, written assignments, and case studies for a total of 507 hours of coursework. Most students are able to complete the course in about 12 months alongside a full-time schedule. Need more time? No problem. You control your pace.
Tuition Options: We offer flexible payment plans:
Transform Your Passion into Purpose Earn your Practitioner in Equine Botanical Choices certification and take the next step in your journey toward compassionate, nature-based horse care.
Enroll today and start making a real difference in the lives of horses through the healing power of plants.