To be a Skill Specific Trainer and Assessor (SSTA), an EA Coach needs to have a thorough and current knowledge of the EA Coaching standards and operations.

SSTAs are endorsed and qualified by Equestrian Australia to assess Introductory Riding and Horse Management Certificates only.

• Skill Specific Trainers and Assessors must:
• Uphold the aims of the EA Coaching Pathway
• Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the standards and requirements of the scheme
• Adhere to the EA Coaching Policies and Procedures
• Follow the guidelines stipulated in the EA Certificate/Accreditation workbooks
• Adhere to the EA Assessment principles, procedures and guidelines
• Update the SSTA qualification every two years by attending a National EA SSTA Update Clinic

To become an EA SSTA the Coach must meet the following criteria:

• Have been registered and actively Coaching for the current and no less than 5 years within the previous 7 years (Level 1 for at least 3 years)

Cost: $250 for the two days (subsidised by Equestrian Queensland).

A minimum of 5 candidates will be required to proceed.