Equine specialist workshop, Sept. 23, 24
June 22, 2017 — Looking to advance your training? Our EAGALA and PATH International certified equine specialists will lead a hands-on workshop to learn the latest in facilitating Equine Assisted Activities and Equine Assisted Therapy sessions on Sept. 23, 24 at the farm.
This workshop will help prepare those interested in becoming certified equine specialists as well as impart techniques and tools to help horses and students get the most of their experience.
Workshop costs $350 (less 10 % for early registration by June 30).
To register contact Tonya Zimmer at 440.708.0013 x128 or tzimmer@fieldstonefarm.org.
The workshop includes two days of discussion, demonstration and lots of hands-on practice in the arena, round pen and sensory course. This exciting new workshop is designed to help you elevate your work as an Equine Specialist in Equine Facilitated Learning and Equine Facilitated Psychotherapy sessions.
Concepts we will address include:
- The role of the Equine Specialist
- How to form a partnership with a mental health professional
- Keeping the work safe for all (horses too!)
- Working in the round pen
- Loose horse activities
- Using all the space you have for activities
- Clean language
- Role play sessions with a mental health professional
And much more……
The workshop hours qualify as CEUs for PATH Intl. ESMHLs.