The Equine Investigations Academy (EIA) provides training in the different aspects of horse abuse investigations. This in-residence academy uses classroom and hands-on instruction with a large number of horses to teach a systematic approach for equine cruelty investigators.

Code 3 Associates has been conducting the Equine Investigations Academy since 1998, and was involved with a similar school beginning in 1987. This Equine Cruelty Investigations academy was designed for the humane investigator – federal, state and local officers as well as prosecuting attorneys who are currently involved in equine cruelty cases.

• Level I Topics Include
• Equine Psychology
• Identification
• Body Condition Scoring
• Anatomy
• Veterinary Care
• Foot and Leg Care
• Property Inspections
• Catching and Handling
• Vital Signs
• First Aid
• Nutrition
• Search and Seizure
• Interview and Behavioral Analysis

• Level II Topics Include
• Equine Sports Abuse
• Advanced Anatomy
• Dealing with Questionable Professionals
• Horse Auctions
• Horse Hoarders
• Disaster Planning (with Practcal)
• Alternative Medicines
• Cardiac Recovery Index and Vital Signs
• Body Condition Scoring
• Abusive Tack
• Media
• Basic Ropes and Knots

Many of the topics included in this academy can be taught as stand-alone courses. Please contact us if you are interested.

Certification
The Equine Investigations Academy's two levels, consisting of 50 hours each, will provide instruction in all aspects of horse abuse investigations. Level I must be taken before Level II.

This academy is taught in partnership with Colorado State University for certification. Upon successful completion, students will receive a certificate and are eligible to apply for continuing education credits from Colorado State University. Veterinary professionals may apply to receive CEUs from Colorado State University Veterinary Teaching Hospital.

Faculty
The EIA faculty may include Gary P. Maddox Ph.D., Kerry Ridgway D.V.M., Charlotte J. Robinson D.V.M., Eric H. Bagdikian, Jim Boller, Michael L. Himmel, Krista Kurvers, Jarred Peterson, Nan M. Stuart and Eric Thompson.

Dates, Locations and Cost

Level I	June 3-8, 2013	Middleburg, VA	$1650 (shared room) $1750 (private room)
Level I	August 19-24, 2013	Durango, CO	$1650 (shared room) $1750 (private room)
Level II	May 20-25, 2013	Durango, CO	$1450 (shared room) $1550 (private room)

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