Certified Practitioner in

EQUINE ACUPRESSURE 

 

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300-hour NBCAAM Approved Course

250 hours of Online / Distance Study
50 Required Hours Hands-On Training

START YOUR JOURNEY TODAY
 

EQUINE ACUPRESSURE IS:

  • Safe & Effective – A gentle choice to support animal wellness.

  • Promotes Overall Well-Being – Balancing body, mind, and spirit.

  • Supports Aging Gracefully – Providing comfort through life’s later stages.

  • Deepens Trust & Connection – Strengthening the bond between animals and humans.

No Matter Where You’re Starting From

EQUINE ACUPRESSURE

Belongs in Your Journey

 

Whether you’re a seasoned Equine Bodyworker or just beginning your certification process, EQUINE ACUPRESSURE offers powerful reasons to step onto this rewarding path.

 For the Experienced Equine Bodyworker

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Acupressure doesn’t replace what you do - it elevates it

  • 🐴✨ Enhance Your Results - Combine meridian energetic pathways with bodywork for deeper impact

  • 🐴✨ Expand Your Skills - Address both musculoskeletal and internal imbalances

  • 🐴✨  Grow Your Business - Stand out with advanced training and attract more clients

  • 🐴✨  Build Client Trust - Offer more comprehensive wellness options

  • 🐴✨  Deepen Equine Connection - Heighten awareness, presence, and partnership

For Those New to Equine Bodywork

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Equine Acupressure
is the perfect first step into 
Equine Bodywork

🐴✨ Start Strong - Lay a holistic foundation in equine wellness

🐴✨ Safe & Effective - Learn techniques that respect the horse while getting results 

🐴✨ Gain Credibility - Certification ensures you’re recognized as a professional with ability to sit for NBCAAM Small Animal Acupressure Board Exam

🐴✨ Connect Deeply - Develop trust and awareness with animals from day one

  

What's Included In This
Certification Course

 

Welcome Package

🐴✨ Acu-Horse Book by Nancy Zidonis & Amy Snow

🐴✨ Meridian Chart from Tallgrass Animal Acupressure Resources

🐴✨ SchoolAIT goodies  

 

8 Well-Organized Online Modules with unlimited access

Immerse yourself in Traditional Chinese Medicine Theory and Acupressure Skills with proven Tallgrass Animal Acupressure Intellectual Materials and SchoolAIT support:

Multiple Ways to Stay Connected & Engaged

🐴✨ Assignments reviewed by instructors (each module)

🐴✨ Four (4) Private Coaching Calls during your online studies

🐴✨Special Community Group for Acupressure Certification Students

🐴✨Two (2) Private Coaching Calls after graduation

 

Hands-On 5-Day Live Intensive (required)

🐴✨ Spend 5 days with supportive instructors & fellow students

🐴✨ Experience the timeless power of acupressure to nurture balance & vitality

🐴✨Scheduled & paid separately from the online portion (Link below)

🐴✨Must complete Module #5 (Energetics & Landmark Anatomy) prior to attending

 

Graduation Package & Continued Support

🎓 Celebrate your success as you begin your career in Equine Acupressure or add advanced skills to your current Equine Bodywork Practice

🌿 Ongoing encouragement & community support

GET STARTED ON YOUR JOURNEY TO BECOME A CERTIFIED EQUINE ACUPRESSURE PRACTITIONER
TODAY!

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Practitioner in Equine Acupressure Certification

250 hours of Online / Distance Training in SchoolAIT / Tallgrass Animal Acupressure Coursework. CLICK TO VIEW PAYMENT PRICING PLAN OPTIONS.   

$2,775.00 USD

2nd SPECIES- Practitioner in Equine Acupressure Certification

Add Equine Acupressure Certification to your Current Small Animal Acupressure Certification.  Click to View Payment Plans

$1,567.00 USD
NICE TO MEET YOU


Hi, I'm Kim Kizzier Sherrodd - owner and director of SchoolAIT (School of Applied Integrative Therapy).

All of us at SchoolAIT are thrilled to have teamed up with Tallgrass Animal Acupressure to bring you the best of each of our offerings and gifts in this one amazing certification package.

SchoolAIT has become a top school for Equine Bodywork Certification and similar resources. We are honored to step forward as the next stewards of the powerful tradition Nancy and Amy have created, continuing to offer the Tallgrass Animal Acupressure intellectual content with the SchoolAIT approach to teaching and connecting with our students.

We will continue building on the Tallgrass foundation while bringing fresh energy, expanded opportunities, and a vibrant future to the field of equine and small animal acupressure and animal wellness worldwide.

 

Nancy Zidonis and Amy Snow have been pioneers in bringing Animal Acupressure to the world for over 30 years through 
Tallgrass Animal Acupressure.

 

They set a gold standard in education, training, and inspiration for practitioners around the world. Their work has elevated animal wellness and touched countless lives — both human and animal.

EIGHT SCHOOLAIT / TALLGRASS ANIMAL ACUPRESSURE COURSE MODULES 

Certified Practitioner in Equine Acupressure WELCOME!

  1. WELCOME TO THE CERTIFICATION IN EQUINE ACUPRESSURE ONLINE COURSE

    1. HOW THIS COURSE WORKS
    2. HOW TO CONTACT US

  2. PLEASE FILL OUT THE FOLLOWING FORMS

    1. Your Contact Information
    2. Learning More About You!
    3. JOIN THE SCHOOLAIT EQUINE ACUPRESSURE STUDENT FB GROUP
    4. ENJOY this Journey into Equine Acupressure

Equine Overview of Traditional Chinese Medicine & Acupressure Certification - Module #1

  1. Equine Overview of Traditional Chinese Medicine (OTCM)

    1. Welcome
    2. Unit 1- Overview of Traditional Chinese Medicine
    3. EQ TCM Quiz

  2. Unit 2 - Yin-Yang Theory

    1. Yin - Yang Theory
    2. Yin Yang Theory Quiz

  3. Unit 3 - The Balance of Yin and Yang in the Body

    1. Chi and Yin - Yang Balance
    2. Ying Yang Balance Quiz

  4. Unit 4 - Meridian Theory

    1. Equine Meridian Theory
    2. Equine Meridian Theory Quiz

  5. Unit 5 - The Five-Element Theory

    1. The 5-Element Theory
    2. OTCM 5-Element Theory Quiz

  6. Unit 6 - Zang-Fu Organs

    1. Zang–Fu Organs
    2. Zang-Fu Organs Quiz

  7. Unit 7 - Functions of the Zang-Fu Organs

    1. Functions of the Zang-Fu Organs
    2. Functions of Zang- Fu Organs Quiz

  8. Unit 8 - General Functioning of the Body

    1. The General Functioning of the Body
    2. The General Functioning of the Body Quiz

  9. Unit 9 - Preparing for an Acupressure Session

    1. Preparing for an Acupressure Session
    2. Preparing for Acupressure Session Quiz

  10. Unit 10-Acupressure Session Protocol: Assessment

    1. Acupressure Session Protocol: Assessment
    2. Assignment - Assessment and Four Examinations
    3. Session Assessment Quiz

  11. Unit 11-Acupressure Protocol: Session Plan

    1. Acupressure Protocol: Session Plan
    2. Session Plan Quiz

  12. Unit 12-Acupressure Protocol: Point Selection

    1. Acupressure Protocol: Point Selection
    2. Assignment - Technique & Association Points
    3. Point Selection Quiz

  13. Unit 13-Guide to Safely Handling Horses during Acupressure-Massage (Tui Na) Sessions

    1. Guide to Safely Handling Horse During Acupressure-Massage (Tui Na) Sessions

  14. Unit 14-Final Exam Instructions

    1. Final Quiz Directions
    2. Final Quiz - OTCM
    3. Coaching Call Option
    4. Congratulations
    5. Evaluation

Equine Meridian Theory - Certification Module #2

  1. EQ Meridian Theory

    1. Welcome

  2. Unit-1 Introduction to the Equine Meridian System

    1. Introduction to the Equine Meridian System
    2. QUIZ - Introduction to Equine Meridian System

  3. Unit-2 Lung & Large Intestine Meridians

    1. Lung & Large Intestine Meridians
    2. Quiz - Lung & Large Intestine Meridians

  4. Unit-3 Stomach & Spleen Meridians

    1. Stomach & Spleen Meridians
    2. Quiz - Stomach & Spleen

  5. Unit-4 Heart & Small Intestine Meridians

    1. Heart & Small Intestine Meridians
    2. QUIZ - Heart & Small Intestine Meridians

  6. Unit-5 Bladder & Kidney Meridians

    1. Bladder & Kidney Meridians
    2. Quiz - Bladder & Kidney Meridians

  7. Unit-6 Pericardium & Triple Heater Meridians

    1. Pericardium & Triple Heater Meridians
    2. Quiz- Pericardium & Triple Heater Meridians

  8. Unit-7 Gall Bladder & Liver Meridians

    1. Gall Bladder & Liver Meridians
    2. Quiz - Gall Bladder & Liver Meridians

  9. Unit-8 Conception & Governing Vessels

    1. Conception & Governing Vessels
    2. Quiz- Conception & Governing Vessels

  10. Unit-9 Equine Meridian Tracing Video

    1. Equine Meridian Tracing Video
    2. Assignment - Meridian Tracing
    3. Meridian Study Guide

  11. Final Quiz Instructions

    1. Final Quiz Instructions
    2. Final Quiz - Meridian Theory
    3. Planning for your 5-Day Live Intensive
    4. Coaching Call Option
    5. Evaluation

Equine Acupoint Classifications - Certification Module #3

  1. Equine Acupoint Classifications

    1. Welcome

  2. Unit-1 Acupressure Points

    1. Acupressure Points
    2. Quiz- Acupressure Points

  3. Unit-2 What's the Point?

    1. WHAT’S THE POINT?

  4. Unit-3 Association Points

    1. Association Points
    2. Quiz- Association Points

  5. Unit-4 Alarm Points

    1. The Equine Alarm Points
    2. QUIZ-The Equine Alarm Points

  6. Unit-5 Source Points

    1. Equine Source Points
    2. Quiz- Source Points

  7. Unit 6- Connecting Points

    1. Equine Connecting Points
    2. Quiz- Connecting Points

  8. Unit 7 - Jing- Well Points

    1. Equine Jing-Well Points
    2. Quiz- Equine Jing-Well Points

  9. Unit 8-Master Points

    1. Equine Master Points
    2. Quiz- Equine Master Points

  10. Unit 9- Influential Points

    1. Equine Influential Points
    2. Quiz-Influential Points

  11. Assignment-Equine Acupoint Classifications

    1. Instructions
    2. Google Form Assignment for Equine Acupoint Classifications

  12. Final Selection for Equine Acupoint Classifications

    1. Final Quiz Instructions
    2. Final Quiz - Animal Acupoint Classification
    3. Planning for your 5-Day Live Intensive
    4. Coaching Call Option
    5. Evaluation

Equine Five Element Theory - Certification Module #4

  1. Equine Five Element Theory

    1. Welcome

  2. Unit 1- Introduction to the Five Elements

    1. Introduction to the Five Elements
    2. Quiz - Introduction to Five Elements

  3. Unit 2 - Wood Element

    1. The Wood Element
    2. Quiz - Wood Element

  4. Unit 3 - The Fire Element

    1. The Fire Element: Pericardium & Triple Heater, Heart & Small Intestine
    2. Quiz- The Fire Element

  5. Unit 4 - Earth Element

    1. The Earth Element: Stomach and Spleen
    2. Quiz - The Earth Element

  6. Unit 5 - The Metal Element

    1. The Metal Element: Large Intestine and Lung
    2. Quiz - The Metal Element

  7. Unit 6 - Water Element

    1. The Water Element: Kidney and Bladder
    2. Quiz- Water Element

  8. Unit 7 - The Five Element Theory & Assessment

    1. The Five-Element Theory of Assessment
    2. Quiz - 5-Element Assessment

  9. Unit 8 - Creation & Control Cycles

    1. Creation & Control Cycles
    2. Quiz - Creation & Control Cycles

  10. Unit 9 - Command Points

    1. Command Points
    2. Quiz - Command Points

  11. Exercises for Best Practitioner Results

    1. Preparing Ourselves For An Acupressure Session
    2. Breathing Practices
    3. Personal Space Bubbles
    4. Grounding

  12. Unit 10 - Final Quiz Instructions

    1. Final Quiz Instructions
    2. Final Quiz - The Equine Five-Element Theory
    3. Planning for your 5-Day Live Intensive
    4. Coaching Call Option
    5. Evaluation

Equine Energetics & Landmark Anatomy - Certification Module #5

  1. Equine Energetics and Landmark Anatomy

    1. Welcome

  2. Introduction

    1. Course Introduction

  3. Anatomical Terms of Direction

    1. EQ Terms of Direction
    2. Quiz - Equine Anatomical Terms of Direction

  4. Major Surface Landmarks of the Equine

    1. Surface Landmarks of the Equine
    2. Quiz- Surface Landmarks of the Equine

  5. The Equine Skeletal System

    1. Equine Anatomy Skeletal System
    2. Quiz - Equine Skeletal

  6. Major Joints & Anatomical Landmarks for Equine Acupoints

    1. Equine Joints- Anatomy
    2. Quiz - Major Joints of the Equine

  7. Major Ligaments & Anatomical Landmarks for Equine Acupoints

    1. Equine Ligaments - Anatomy
    2. Quiz - Equine Ligaments

  8. Major Muscles, Tendons & Anatomical Landmarks for Equine Acupoints

    1. Major Equine Muscles
    2. Quiz - Muscles

  9. Methods of Locating Acupressure Points

    1. Locating Acupressure Points
    2. Quiz - Locating Acupressure Points Equine

  10. The Association "Back-Shu" Points

    1. The Association Points
    2. Quiz - EQ Anatomy Association Points

  11. Alarm Points

    1. Alarm Points
    2. Quiz - Alarm Points

  12. Source Points

    1. Equine Source Points Anatomy
    2. Quiz - Source Points

  13. Connecting Points

    1. EQ Anatomy - Connecting Points
    2. Quiz - EQ Connecting Points Anatomy

  14. Jing-Well Points

    1. Equine Jing-Well Points 2025
    2. Quiz - Jing-Well Points

  15. The Master Points

    1. Equine Master Points
    2. Quiz - Master Points Anatomy EQ

  16. The Influential Points

    1. Influential Points
    2. Quiz - Influential Points EQ Anatomy

  17. The Key Acupressure Points

    1. Key Acupoints-Anatomy
    2. Quiz - Key Equine Acupoints

  18. Explanation of Chinese Words & Phrases

    1. Explanation of Chinese Words

  19. A Little More About Energy and Connection

    1. The Energy and Power of Our Touch
    2. Free Electrons and the Give and Take of Energy

  20. Final Exam Instructions

    1. Final Quiz Instructions
    2. Final Quiz - Equine Energetics and Landmark Anatomy
    3. Planning for your 5-Day Live Intensive
    4. Coaching Call Option
    5. Evaluation

Equine Health and Pathology - Certification Module #6

  1. Equine Health and Pathology

    1. Welcome

  2. Introduction

    1. Introduction to Equine Health

  3. Equine Health

    1. Equine Health
    2. Quiz - Equine Health

  4. Equine Emergency Conditions

    1. Equine Emergency Conditions
    2. Quiz - Emergency Conditions

  5. Poisoning

    1. Equine Poisoning
    2. Quiz - Equine Poisoning

  6. Parasites

    1. Equine Parasites
    2. Quiz - Equine Parasites

  7. Deworming Programs

    1. Equine Deworming Programs
    2. Quiz - Deworming Programs

  8. Infectious Diseases

    1. Infectious Diseases
    2. Quiz - Infectious Diseases

  9. Zoonotic Diseases

    1. Zoonotic Diseases
    2. Quiz - Zoonotic Diseases

  10. Oral Cavity and Dental Health

    1. Oral Cavity and Dental Health
    2. Quiz - Oral Cavity & Dental Health

  11. The Digestive System

    1. The Digestive System
    2. Quiz- The Digestive System

  12. Respiratory Conditions

    1. Equine Respiratory Conditions
    2. Quiz - Respiratory Conditions

  13. Ophthalmic Diseases

    1. Ophthalmic Diseases
    2. Quiz- Ophthalmic Diseases

  14. Dermatologic Disease

    1. Dermatologic Disease
    2. Quiz - Dermatologic Disease

  15. Musculoskeletal System

    1. Equine Musculoskeletal System
    2. Quiz - Musculoskeletal System

  16. Other Equine Conditions

    1. Other Equine Conditions
    2. Quiz - Other Equine Conditions

  17. Final Quiz Instructions

    1. Final Quiz Instructions
    2. Equine Health and Pathology Quiz
    3. Coaching Call Option
    4. Evaluation

Equine Indicators & Assessment - Certification Module #7

  1. Indicators & Assessment-Equine

    1. Welcome

  2. Introduction to Equine Indicators & Assessment Course

    1. Introduction to Equine Indicators & Assessment Course

  3. Unit 1 - Review of Traditional Chinese Medicine Concepts & Theories

    1. Review of TCM Concepts & Theories
    2. Quiz - Review of Theory

  4. Unit 2 - Yin-Yang Theory: Excess & Deficiency

    1. YIN-YANG THEORY: Excess & Deficiency
    2. Quiz - Yin-Yang Theory: Excess & Deficiency

  5. Unit 3 - How the Body Works

    1. How the Body Works
    2. Vital Substances: Review & Discussion
    3. Quiz- How the Body Works

  6. Unit 4 - Pathogenic Factors

    1. Pathogenic Factors
    2. Quiz - Pathogenic Factors

  7. Unit 5 - The Assessment Process

    1. The Assessment Process-EQ
    2. Quiz - Assessment Process

  8. Unit 6 - Introduction to Additional Assessment Tools

    1. Assessment Tools - EQ
    2. Quiz - Additional Assessment Tools

  9. Unit 7 - Developing An Acupressure Session

    1. Developing An Acupressure Session
    2. Quiz-Developing An Acupressure Session

  10. Unit 8 - Study of Common Patterns of Disharmony

    1. Study of Common Patterns of Disharmony
    2. I&A EQ Assessment/Session Plan Form
    3. Quiz - Study of Common Patterns of Disharmony

  11. Unit 9 - Final Quiz: 2 Part Assessment

    1. Final Quiz Directions
    2. Final Quiz-Indicators & Assessment
    3. Directions for Video Submission
    4. Short Demo Video - Location of Acupoints
    5. Google Form for Video Submission of Acupoint Locations
    6. Coaching Call Option
    7. Evaluation

  12. Resources

    1. Resources - List of Study Aids

Equine Proficiency Verification - Certification Module #8

  1. Proficiency Verification - Equine

    1. Welcome

  2. Case Studies

    1. Case Study Instructions and Forms for Case Study #1-5
    2. Case Study Forms for Two Required 2nd Sessions
    3. Case Study Form(s) for your 8th Session
    4. Case Study Review Coaching Call

  3. Ethics

    1. NBCAAM Code of Ethics & Scope of Practice Statement
    2. Professionalism
    3. Appropriate Language
    4. Stae & National Regulations

  4. Tamara Gold - Neurocoaching

    1. About This Section
    2. Tamara Gold Training Video & Resources- Day One
    3. Tamara Gold Training Video & Resources - Day Two
    4. Tamara Gold Training Video & Resources- Day Three
    5. Tamara Gold Training Video & Resources - Day Four

  5. Build Your Business

    1. Notes About This Section
    2. Business Name, Logo, and Slogan
    3. Business Types, Licenses, and Requirements
    4. Your Business Plan
    5. Setting Up Financials
    6. Recording Your Sessions & Intake Forms
    7. Liability Insurance & Professional Organizations
    8. Dealerships and Distributorships
    9. Business Quiz
    10. Build Your Business Quiz

  6. Promote and Market Your Business

    1. Promoting in the World of Equine Acupressure & Massage
    2. Pricing, Discounts, Packages, Add-Ons
    3. Website, Email, and Social Media Marketing
    4. Demonstrations, Expos, and Events
    5. Sponsorships, Gift Certifications, Partnerships
    6. Educating Through Writing, Podcasts, & Video
    7. Getting Out of Our Comfort Zone - Create Relationships!

  7. Maintain, Broaden & Enjoy Your Business

    1. Yearly Review
    2. Working with Human Clients

  8. Equine Proficiency Video Assessments

    1. Coaching Call Option
    2. Acupressure Session Video Directions
    3. Acupressure Session Video Submission
    4. Acupoint Video Directions
    5. Acupoint Video Submission
    6. Meridian Tracing Video Directions
    7. Meridian Tracing Video Submission
    8. Equine Proficiency Assessment MC - Final Exam

  9. Final Exam - Certification in Equine Acupressure

    1. Notice About the Final Exam & Directions
    2. Class Marker Exam: Acupressure Assessment
    3. Class Marker Exam: TCM Theory & Landmark Anatomy
    4. Class Marker Exam: Pathology, Species, First Aid, Safety & Business
    5. Your Exam Results

  10. Request for Online Certificate & Evaluation

    1. CONGRATULATIONS!!!!