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Fieldwork Student Code of Conduct

It is our goal to bring The Masterson Method® to equines and humans in a safe, effective and professional manner, for both equine well-being and human understanding.

High standards of ethics and professionalism are essential for the responsible implementation of activities and services provided by The Masterson Method Fieldwork Student (FWS). This Code of Conduct serves as a guide for promoting and maintaining the high quality of ethical practice, behavior and professional integrity expected of The Masterson Method FWS. It is based on fundamental values of respect for and well-being of the human and equine client, and integrity in the field of professional equine care as a whole.

The Masterson Method is intended to improve performance, comfort, behavior, and well-being in the healthy horse. It is not intended as a replacement or alternative to veterinary care.

Conduct and decisions made by The Masterson Method FWS should be consistent with The Masterson Method Code of Conduct.

All Masterson Method FWSs seeking certification as a Masterson Method Certified Practitioner agree to abide by the following FWS Code of Conduct during their Fieldwork Course.

, The Masterson Method Fieldwork Student, will:

respect the value and dignity of all equine and human clients;

protect the safety and welfare of the horse and work only in the best interest of the horse;

facilitate sessions and communicate in a professional and respectful manner;

treat associates and other equine professionals and their views and opinions with courtesy, professionalism and respect;

not attempt to diagnose a horse’s condition;

check with Masterson Method Certified Practitioners before soliciting clients in their area for case study horses;

check with the Advanced Course Instructor before soliciting clients in any of the barns included in the course for case study horses;

respect the privacy and confidentiality of the client, and of all information related to the client and the equine;

be truthful in the representation of her/his professional qualifications, education, and affiliations;

practice within her/his scope of practice and refer clients to appropriate equine professionals;

abide by the appropriate rules and regulatory requirements established in her/his country of practice;

regularly self-evaluate her/his own professional strengths and limitations;

commit to continuing her/his education in equine care, and to maintaining and expanding skills in the Masterson Method;

not offer any Masterson Method Demos or educational activities until certified as a Masterson Method Certified Practitioner, unless discussed and approved in advance with the Fieldwork Director(s);

not advertise and/or market their services as a Masterson Method bodyworker until certified as a Masterson Method Certified Practitioner;

promote and represent The Masterson Method in a professional manner;

respect and support fellow Masterson Method FWSs and Certified Practitioners in the growth of their practices and of The Masterson Method organization as a whole; and

abide by the terms of The Masterson Method Fieldwork Student Trademark Use Agreement (below).

Your signature at the bottom of this document indicates that you have read, understand, and agree to abide by this Masterson Method Fieldwork Student Code of Conduct.

Fieldwork Student Trademark Use Agreement

To abide by the Trademark Policy of The Masterson Method, the above named FWS will:

refer to themselves as “an advanced student of The Masterson Method” (not a Masterson Method practitioner or certified practitioner) until they become certified as a practitioner;

not use TMM name or logo to promote their developing business, as use of TMM trademark is only permitted by Masterson Method Certified Practitioners; and

not use the likeness of TMM name or logo in their developing business logo, website, website domain, email address, social media profile or account, or other promotional materials.

TMM reserves the right to terminate this Agreement and the permissions granted if it determines that there is improper use of The Masterson Method trademark. TMM reserves the right to update this Agreement and the permissions granted, and will notify FWSs of updates via email. For the current version, please visit https://mastersonmethod.com/fws-signature.

Thank you for participating and enjoy your Fieldwork Course!

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