IRVAP Sub group
Institute of Canine Hydrotherapists (ICH)The ICH represents qualified professionals and promotes excellence in therapeutic canine hydrotherapy.
what we do
Raising the Industry Standard
Hydrotherapy is currently a non-regulated industry and the ICH sets the standards for professionalism and clinical proficiency in therapeutic canine hydrotherapy.
All our members are qualified professionals who annually pledge their commitment to the IRVAP Code of Practice.
The Board is directly accountable to the IRVAP Council and this unique checks and balances system is an IRVAP initiative to ensure best practice is consistently achieved by our members.
Board members include –
Leading training providers
SEG Awards canine hydrotherapy specialists
Educational experts
Qualified verifiers and moderators
L3 to L7 practising canine hydrotherapists
STAY UP TO DATE
ICH Resources
Endorsed REFRESHER COURSES
We foster a caring, friendly and interactive approach to support professionals with their career development in therapeutic canine hydrotherapy.
Our Board works closely with the IRVAP Council and we actively support the CPD needs of canine therapists.
friendly faces
Meet the Board

Maria Johnston, ICH CHAIR

Paula Teal

Jenny Best

Laura Hackett

Jessica Moreton

Miranda Cosstick

Terry Chapman
registration + recognition
The ICH has a specific admissions policy as part of its Registration Application process.
IRVAP – ICH is recognised by all the major UK insurance companies.
Promote your Courses
Find out how IRVAP endorsement of CPD and Courses provides quality assurance and value to your training provision.
CONTACTS
For Membership Enquiries - membership@irvap.org.uk
For Professional Development Matters - cpd@irvap.org.uk
For Canine Hydrotherapy Support - ich@irvap.org.uk
For Equine Hydrotherapy Support - ieh@irvap.org.uk
For Receipts and Transactions - treasurer@irvap.org.uk
For Mentoring and Support - mentoring@irvap.org.uk
For Student Support - student-support@irvap.org.uk
For The IRVAP Chair - irvapchair@irvap.org.uk