EST 4017-4018 - Practicum in Therapeutic Riding I & II

Institution:

Centenary University

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Description:

2 Credits/Semester Prerequisite: EST 3017-3018 The methods and techniques learned in EST 3017 and 3018 will be put into practice in a lesson situation at Therapeutic Riding At Centenary (TRAC). Under the supervision of certified instructors, students will experience all aspects of organizing and running therapeutic riding activities, including evaluating new students and keeping progress records, evaluating and schooling horses, acting as lesson aides, and assisting in hippotherapy sessions. Emphasis is placed on learning to analyze each rider's strengths and weaknesses and adapting the teaching of riding skills accordingly. Students will work with therapists to develop specific physical and cognitive goals for each individual. In the Spring semester, students will act as Instructor Aides and will complete at least 25 hours of teaching. By the end of the second semester, students will be prepared to take the Registered Instructor examination of the North American Riding for the Handicapped Association. Must be at least 18 years of age to participate. Non-Centenary students must register as Part Time students

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2.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.centenaryuniversity.edu

Phone Number:

(908) 852-1400

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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