IRVAP Sub group
Institute of Canine Hydrotherapists (ICH)The ICH represents qualified professionals and promotes excellence in canine clinical hydrotherapy.
what we do
Raising the Industry Standard
ourHydrotherapy is currently a non-regulated industry and the ICH sets the standards for professionalism and clinical proficiency in canine clinical hydrotherapy.
All our members are qualified professionals who annually pledge their commitment and obligations to meet 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 the best treatment is consistently achieved by our members. ICH members abide by the ICH Professional Guidelines and Day One Competencies published in our member’s only website.
Board members include –
Leading approved Training Providers
Canine clinical hydrotherapy specialists
Approved Clinical Educators
Qualified external verifiers and internal moderators
L7 practising canine clinical hydrotherapists
STAY UP TO DATE
ICH Resources
Endorsed REFRESHER COURSES
We foster a caring, friendly and interactive approach to support professionals with their therapy career journey in canine clinical hydrotherapy.
Our Board works closely with the IRVAP Council and we actively support the CPD needs of each canine therapist.
friendly faces
Meet the Board
Sarah Ward ICH Chair
Maria Johnston
Jessica Moreton
Karynne Penfold
Tessa Lewis
Paula Teal
registration + recognition
The ICH has a specific membership admissions policy as part of its Registration Application process, which reflects current clinical hydrotherapy. IRVAP is in ongoing discussion with other Professional Associations and regulatory bodies, working together to raise the standards of practice in the industry.
IRVAP – ICH is recognised by all the major UK insurance companies.
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