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Institute of Equine Hydrotherapists (a sub-group of IRVAP)

Institute of Equine Hydrotherapists Registered Equine Hydrotherapist

What this means for your pet

An IEH-tagged practitioner is qualified specifically in equine hydrotherapy, holds appropriate insurance, and is bound by IRVAP's Code of Conduct with annual CPD requirements. As with all IRVAP members, the practitioner can be verified on the IRVAP public register.

About this accreditation

The Institute of Equine Hydrotherapists (IEH) is the equine hydrotherapy sub-group of IRVAP and is described by IRVAP as an industry first for the equine hydrotherapy profession. IEH does not maintain a separate public register — members are listed on the shared IRVAP register and identified by their equine hydrotherapy specialism.

Who can hold this accreditation

Members must hold a recognised equine hydrotherapy qualification (such as the Level 4 Diploma in Applied Equine Hydrotherapy) and meet IRVAP's insurance and CPD standards. Membership is granted via IEH's accredited registration process.

Referral requirement

Yes — legally required under the Veterinary Surgeons (Exemptions) Order 2015. An equine hydrotherapist must obtain veterinary referral before treating a horse.

Professional oversight

Continuing Professional Development

Annual CPD required and audited via IRVAP

Complaints process

IRVAP Code of Conduct and complaints procedure

Insurance

Professional indemnity and public liability insurance required

Legal basis

Veterinary Surgeons (Exemptions) Order 2015

Accredited providers (24)

Quick facts

Abbreviation

IEH

Issuing body

Institute of Equine Hydrotherapists (a sub-group of IRVAP)

Type

professional body

Protected title

No

Practitioner is a vet

No

Providers listed

24

External links

Institute of Equine Hydrotherapists (a sub-group of IRVAP) websiteOfficial register