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National Hippology Academy

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IEA is proud to introduce the National Hippology Academy. This re-branding of the Horsemanship Program offers both IEA Rider Members and non-rider members of all ages equine educational opportunities.

The National Hippology Academy aims to provide:

  • Educational materials on hippology
  • Seasonal Educational Series
  • Downloadable interactive activities
  • Social media competitions and engagements
  • Exclusive guest speakers
  • The National Hippology Academy Quiz Series

Want to Join?

The National Hippology Academy is available for both IEA Rider Members and non-rider members from 4th grade to adults. We have activities for all knowledge levels!

IEA youth and adult rider members will have the option to enroll when they register  to join a team.  The fee to join is $25.

 
The program is FREE for Junior Education Members (JEM).  To participate, parents should visit the JOIN page and register for an account in the new AccessIEA member database.  Once registered, the parent can enroll their child as a Junior Education Member (JEM).  
 
The program is set to kick off in October, but enrollment is open through April 30, 2025.  Information on how to access online quizzes and activities will be sent out to all participants following registration.

QUESTIONS about the IEA NATIONAL HIPPOLOGY ACADEMY?

Jennifer Eaton at [email protected] or call 1-877-RIDE-IEA ext. 203

Information Resources to Prepare for NHA Quiz Series:

United States Pony Club (USPC) Manuals of Horsemanship to prep for NHA Quiz Series:

National Hippology Academy Quiz Series

ENROLL HERE and PAY

Formerly known as the Online Horsemanship Quizzes, the National Hippology Academy Quiz Series is now divided into different age-based difficulty levels. At the end of the season, a Final Quiz will be posted. Participants who score 75% or higher on the Final Quiz receive a free t-shirt. The top scoring participant in each category will win a prize.

  • Quiz 1 – Anatomy and Physiology – October 15
  • Quiz 2 – IEA Rules – October 30
  • Quiz 3 – Grooming and Blanketing – November 15
  • Quiz 4 – Equine Health – November 30
  • Quiz 5 – Hoof Care – December 15
  • Quiz 6 – Identification – December 30
  • Quiz 7 – Nutrition – January 15
  • Quiz 8 – Bandaging and First Aid – January 30
  • Quiz 9 – Tack and Equipment – February 15
  • Quiz 10 – Stable Management – February 28
  • Quiz 11 – Equine Behavior – March 15
  • Quiz 12 – Conformation – March 30

Tests are released one at a time on the dates above.  However, don’t worry if you missed a test – all of the “released” tests are available to you no matter when you join during the season 

THE FINAL TEST WILL BE RELEASED MAY 1, 2025. 

This will be a timed test that you can only take once.  Questions will move ahead if you wait too long to answer.