To monitor and enhance the further development of Equine Massage Therapy including determination of issues related to the consistency and quality of educational standards and the qualifying examinations for Equine Massage Therapists. To regulate and discipline the practice of Equine Massage Therapy by encouraging compliance with codes of conduct. Further regulation is achieved by receiving and considering complaints or objections from the public pertaining to member conduct and quality of service, and by providing fair and objective adjudication of complaints and disciplinary matters.
To promote consistent standards of quality and methods of practice.
To promote improvement of techniques and expand the availability and effectiveness of Equine Massage Therapy through further education and equine research.
To provide for liaison with and be open to constructive input from the veterinary profession, equine researchers, equestrian athletes, and the various segments of the equine industry.
To provide administrative services, communication services, promotional/public awareness programs and other services and programs for the benefit of the members of the Federation.
To provide opportunities for members of the Federation to participate effectively in the governance and advancement of the practice of Equine Massage Therapy.
A) STANDARDS OF PRACTICE
SCOPE OF PRACTICE
The practice of massage therapy is the assessment of the soft tissues and joints of the body and the treatment and prevention of physical dysfunction and pain of these soft tissues and joints by manipulation to develop, maintain, rehabilitate or augment physical function, or relieve pain.
WHAT ARE STANDARDS OF PRACTICE?
All registered members belonging to The International Federation of Registered Equine Massage Therapists adhere to a stringent set of Professional Standards of Practice. These standards help to ensure that competent, consistent and professional services are delivered to the equine community at all times. The Standards of Practice for Equine Massage Therapists have been developed by the International Federation of Registered Equine Massage Therapists.
The Standards of Practice form a live and dynamic document which will evolve as changes in the practice evolve.
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