MISSION: Maryland Council for Equestrian Therapies (MCET) is a member driven, non-profit organization 501C3 status organization first formed in 1987 to provide a regional forum for the exchange of ideas, skills, information, experiences, and resources related to all aspects of Therapeutic Equine Activities.
MCET supports and promotes Equine-Activities and Equine-Assisted Therapy in
Maryland, Delaware, and the District of Columbia:
Facilitation of communication among Maryland, Delaware, and DC centers
Professional development and networking opportunities
Promotion of Maryland Special Olympics and the MCET Challenge equestrian sports events
Annual exhibit at the Maryland Horse World Expo
Encouragement of new programs that utilize horses in therapy
Educational seminars
Facilitation of research and collection of data on various aspects of equine assisted activities and equine assisted therapy
Educate the general public about the benefits of equine-assisted activities and equine-assisted therapy
Promote exemplary safety guidelines and operational standards