Resource Library

Welcome to NARCH's library of documents - we call these our resources! Help yourself to a copy of each.

We will continue to add documents to these resources so keep checking for new documents.


NARCH Guide to Professional Conduct (PDF)

Registration Requirements (pdf)
NARCH guide to initial registration requirements, the registration process and how to maintain your inclusion on the NARCH register.

Training Requirements (pdf)
NARCH guide to training required for initial registration and renewal of registration

CPD requirements and guidance (pdf)
Includes guidance on CPD requirements as well as some suggested reading materials.

First Aid Refresher Guidance (pdf)
NARCH rules on First Aid Refresher courses.

COVID-19 Good Practice Guidelines

NARCH template for Veterinary referrals that RCHs can download and use.

Essential behaviour knowledge (pdf)
Guidance on the level of understanding of canine behaviour required for hydrotherapy.

Water quality guidelines (pdf)
Recommended chemical and temperature ranges. Water testing requirements.

Guidance on equipment that hydrotherapy centres should have.

Presentation video

Presentation slides for note-taking

NARCH Constitution (pdf)

Check the List/Register or find a Hydrotherapy Centre

Recent news


NARCH Education Seminar - Sunday 6th October 2024 at Holiday Inn, Guildford, Surrey

Ticket sales now closed

IMPORTANT INFORMATON: We have been informed that while the A3 and the M25 will both be open, the slip roads off and on the junction won’t be for the whole weekend. This means you won’t be able to leave or join the M25 or the A3 at junction 10.

For all the details including signed diversion routes to avoid any charges from the Ultra Low Emission Zone please click here

To see previous updates see News