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Documents

Documents and links

Training program tracking worksheet
Download and print this PDF and check off the boxes as you complete the steps in the training program.

Introduction to the Equine Diet and Lifestyle 
Students should study this information during Beginning Studies.

Introduction to Hoof Anatomy
Students should study this information during Beginning Studies and before they attend the beginning clinic.

Tools and Maintenance
This will help students decide what tools to purchase when they are getting started.

Making the Most of Your Mentorship
Read this before contacting and setting up a mentorship.

PHCP Mentors
Choose and contact a Mentor to set up a mentorship.

Student Progress Report
Submit this after each intermediate and advanced mentorship.

Good Hoof Photos and How to Take Them
Follow and practice these tips in preparation for media presentations to be submitted during training.

Step 4 Intermediate Studies Media Presentation Guidelines

Step 7 Final Media Presentation Guidelines

Smugmug Upload and Edit Instructions
Read these before you begin uploading your media presentation photos.

Student non-PHCP Events submissions form
PHCP does not have a credit requirement for students in training, and therefore credit is not tracked. However, it is helpful for us to see outside events you have attended, as it gives us a more complete view of your education. Submit these events as you attend them.

Continuing Education Credit form
This should be filled out annually by Certified Practitioners and Mentors to receive credit for events not registered through PHCP. You may update it throughout the year.

CE Credits
The number of credits awarded for some of the common events that Practitioners may attend.

Becoming a Mentor