USHJA Trainer Certification Program

The USHJA Trainer Certification Program was developed to preserve the American Hunter/Jumper Forward Riding System by offering a comprehensive educational program for professional horse trainers. 

In 2019, the USHJA Board of Directors determined there was a need to evolve the program to further focus on developing skills in sports psychology, learning styles, and teaching methodologies and require a demonstration of a trainer’s ability to effectively coach riders. For this reason, the Trainer Certification Program was reimagined into the USHJA Instructor Credential. 

The USHJA Trainer Certification Program closed on November 30, 2025. All TCP Certifications have expired. For more information about the Credential, click here or email the program coordinator.