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PATH Intl. TRI Therapeutic Riding Instructor Process at High Hopes For those who started their certification process before October 31, 2019 certification opportunities under the PATH Intl. TRI process will be held through December 2020. You can do any of the following: 1. High Hopes 16-Day Approved Training Course January 2020 or September 2020 2. Or PATH Intl. Onsite Workshop & Certification November 2019 or June 2020 3. PATH Intl. Registered & Advanced Instructor Certification & Re-Certification To suit your schedule - On Demand As one of the leading therapeutic riding centers in the country, High Hopes has the capacity and the expertise to offer certification at a time, and in a way, to suit your schedule and unique needs with Certification on Demand.

PATH Intl. CTRI - Certified Thera Start Dates: January 2020 and September 2020 Become a PATH Intl. certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor. High Hopes’ Approved Training Course is taught to both Registered and Advanced Instructor levels, and provides a comprehensive experience to immerse yourself in the knowledge and skills needed to become a CTRI, emphasizing mentorship in ALL areas of therapeutic riding and horsemanship.

Your course will include: • • • •

16 days of interactive lectures (see workshop offerings on the next page).

100 hours of practicum.

25 hours of mentored teaching.

Experience with specialty programs including Carriage Driving and Equine Assisted Learning.

At our beautiful, 120-acre training facility in Connecticut we serve over 240 participants each week.

You will interact with our experienced team of 30 full- and part-time staff.

The schedule for practicum hours is individually arranged, taking into account each candidate’s needs and interests.

High Hopes Pre-Requisites for Candidates: • • • • • •

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Be at least 21 years of age.

Hold current PATH Intl. Membership.

Be certified in child and adult CPR & First Aid. Have knowledge of basic stable management and horse care.

Be able to ride at an advanced beginner level or higher (walk, trot, canter, leads, diagonals and simple riding patterns).

Prior experience of riding instruction or volunteer experience in a therapeutic riding program are strongly encouraged.

Find out more about which is the best program for you at: HighHopesTR.org/learn or contact Sarah Miller, Training & Education Director 860.434.1974 x 115 or smiller@highhopestr.org for additional information.

peutic Riding Instructor Process For those who started their certification process after October 31, 2019 you can prepare for Stage 1 on your own, or you can advance your career with the support of a High Hopes Approved Training Course and let us help you fulfill your career ambitions.

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High Hopes’ 16-Day Approved Training Course will provide you with the knowledge and skills to help you to document elements of your Stage 1 application.

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Complete a minimum of 25-hrs. of teaching therapeutic riding to a group. HH 16-Day Approved Training

Course Participants can apply to complete these hours at High Hopes.

Submit your Instructor Application to PATH Intl.

Much of the evidence for your portfolio will have been gathered during your 16-day Training Course and your 25hrs Mentored Teaching

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UPON VERIFICATION BY PATH INTL. THAT ALL COMPONENTS MEET THEIR REQUIREMENTS - PATH WILL INFORM YOU THAT YOU CAN MOVE ON TO STAGE 2

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Evidence of Equine Handling Skills - Evidence of Equine Management Skills - Video demonstration of Riding Instruction and Communication of Riding Skills - Documentation of Experience Working with Individuals with Disabilities Documentation of Supervised Instruction - of Therapeutic Riding Lessons - Proof of current Adult & Child CPR & First Aid certifications

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PATH STAGE 2 WITHIN 1 YEAR OF RECEIVING AUTHORIZATION TO TEST YOU MUST Complete online examination with a passing score at an authorized testing site

To complete the educational requirements for the accelerated ATC, you will take all of the workshops marked To create your own education schedule consider following a full module or track and build these up over time.

Our workshops are offered in September and January each year.

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Congratulations!

YOU ARE A PATH INTL. Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor

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This diagram has been recreated from the PATH Intl. Registered Therapeutic Riding Instructor roadmap. It has been adapted to show (in green) where High Hopes TR can help in your journey to becoming a PATH Intl. Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor under the new process which started on October 1, 2019. © High Hopes Therapeutic Riding, Inc. 2019

Disabilities Track w Therapy Horse Module w Volunteer Management Track w Effective Instructor Track w Non Profit Management Track w

For Continuing Education Purposes, lectures are offered in themed multi-day workshops or you can pick and choose from any of these half- or full-day lectures to meet your educational needs. These are marked w and you can find details of the CEUs that apply to each workshop on the events section of our website highhopestr.org

Full course or multi-day modules ¨ ¨ ¨ ¨ ¨ ¨

Full 16-day Approved Training Course $1,280 7-day Disability Module $665 3-day Effective Instructor Module $285 2-day Volunteer Management Module $190 2-day Therapy Horse/Operations Mgmnt Module $190 2-day Administrative Management module $190

Individual Workshops $125 each or $75 where shown ¨ ¨ ¨ ¨ ¨ ¨ ¨ ¨ ¨ ¨ ¨ ¨ ¨ ¨ ¨ ¨ ¨

Riding from an Anatomical Point of View Physical Disabilities Growth & Development Managing Challenging Behaviors Cognitive & Psychosocial Impairments 1 Cognitive & Psychosocial Impairments 2 Sensory Integration & Autism Therapy Horse 1 Therapy Horse 2 Volunteer Management 1 Volunteer Management 2 Effective Instructor 1 Effective Instructor 2 Effective Instructor 3 Facilities/Standards/Risk Management (1/2 day) $75 Admin/Board/Financial Management (1/2 day) $75 Development/Fundraising/Communications

High Hopes 2019-2020 Education & Workshop Series

Welcome and General Orientation (for 16 day ATC) ¬

Tuesday, September 10, 2019: Half Day noon - 5pm Tuesday, January 21, 2020: Half Day noon - 5pm Verification of registration materials, discussion of expectations, tour of facility, introduction to PATH Intl. and review of certification process and components to include Job Task Analysis (JTA).

Disability 1: Riding from an Anatomical Point of View¬ww Wednesday, September 11, 2019 Wednesday, January 22, 2020 What aspects of the horse’s movements make the horse an effective therapeutic partner? What anatomical structures affect postural alignment? How can postural alignment be improved?

What is abnormal muscle tone? Which exercises improve posture?

Join us to improve your understanding of how our posture affects our abilities to ride or drive. PATH Intl. CEUs 5DE 2 Riding CR

Disability 2: Physical Disabilities ¬ww Thursday, September 12, 2019 Thursday, January 23, 2020 Common neurological and orthopedic impairments. This lecture will provide an overview of physical disabilities and teaching considerations. PATH Intl. CEUs 7DE Disability 3: Growth and Development ¬ww Friday, September 13, 2019 Friday, January 24, 2020 This lecture will discuss: Normal development vs. abnormal development for children. How do abnormal reflexes affect the rider’s movements? What activities can the instructor use to improve the rider’s control? Learn the mechanics of mounting and dismounting.

How to interpret the PATH Intl. guidelines and make the best use of this resource. What other resources are available? The Instructional Team - Who are they? Rider Assessment - putting it all together to be able to effectively provide a safe but challenging equine experience for the participant. Will include a rider assessment during a riding session. PATH Intl. CEUs 5DE 2 Riding CR

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Saturday, September 14, 2019 Saturday, February 8, 2020 This workshop is ideal for those seeking an interactive experience to further their understanding of participant behavior and behavior management techniques utilized in the TR and EAAT setting. The objective of this workshop is to provide candidates/instructors with an understanding of the functions of behaviors, and how to utilize research based theories and strategies to respond to difficult situations. PATH Intl. CEUs 7DE

Disability 5: Cognitive & Psychosocial Impairments 1 ¬ww Monday, September 16, 2019 Monday, January 27, 2020 This two-day lecture will review cognitive and psychosocial disabilities and best practices for teaching techniques and competencies.

PATH Intl. CEUs 7DE

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Tuesday, September 17, 2019 Tuesday, January 28, 2020 This lecture will build on day one’s discussion of teaching considerations and competencies and will include unmounted role-play, games and activities, and guided lesson observation.

PATH Intl. CEUs 7DE

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Wednesday, September 18, 2019 Wednesday, January 29, 2020 This workshop is ideal for all therapeutic riding professionals/ candidates seeking an interactive, hands-on educational experience to further their understanding of Autism and Sensory Processing Issues in the TR setting. In addition, the morning includes considerations and techniques for speech and language as it relates to EAAT. PATH Intl. CEUs 7DE

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Thursday, September 19, 2019 Thursday, January 30, 2020 Strategies for developing, implementing and maintaining health care systems; selecting healthy and sound horses for your program – from the ground up; farm and herd management budgets & volunteers; saddle fit, vital signs, horse measurement & conformation evaluations with our herd of therapy horses. PATH Intl. CEUs 7CE

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Friday, September 20, 2019 Friday, January 31, 2020 Recruiting and selecting the right horses; planning a trial period; tailored training systems to create willing partners; stress control: management techniques for happy horses; life after the TR Center.

PATH Intl. CEUs 7CE

Volunteer Management 1 ¬ww Monday, September 23, 2019 Monday February 3, 2020 High Hopes has a corps of 650 volunteers. Learn how we: Recruit - Train - Schedule & Retain 97% of our workforce.

PATH Intl. CEUs 7CE Volunteer Management 2 ¬ww

Tuesday, September 24, 2019 Tuesday, February 4, 2020 Instructional Volunteer Management - Program specific training, program volunteer placement (leaders, sidewalkers, etc.), effective communication and ongoing training; Solution/team base approach to managing volunteers in the EAAT setting. PATH Intl. CEUs 7CR

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Wednesday, September 25, 2019 Wednesday, February 5, 2020 PATH Intl. Instructor JTA overview and CTRI Criteria, PATH Intl. standards and guidelines, general overview of CTRI expectations; Movement analysis/longlining activity; tack and equipment; ongoing volunteer management in class. PATH Intl. CEUs 7CR

Effective Instructor 2 ¬ww Thursday, September 26, 2019 Thursday, February 6, 2020 Lesson Planning: teaching techniques and effective communication to include task analysis, goals and objectives, preparation of lesson plans, guided lesson observation; observation of riding and teaching videos; Mounting and dismounting practicum.

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Friday, September 27, 2019 Friday, February 7, 2020 Preparation and execution of lesson plans through role plays and observation. PATH Intl. CEUs 7CR

Facility, Standards and Risk Management (½ day) ¬ww Monday, September 30, 2019 (morning) Monday, February 10, 2020 (morning) This lecture reviews PATH Intl. standards with an emphasis on risk management, instructor compliance, and facility needs.

PATH Intl. CEUs 4CE

Non-profit Organizational Administration 1 (½ day) ¬ww

Monday, September 30, 2019 (afternoon) Monday, February 10, 2020 (afternoon) This lecture provides an overview of business administration, board, and financial management. PATH Intl. CEUs 4CE

Non-profit Organizational Administration 2 (½ day) ¬ww

Tuesday, October 1, 2019 Tuesday, February 11, 2020 Non-Profit Organizational Administration 2; This lecture provides an overview of development, fundraising, and communication.

PATH Intl. CEUs 4CE

Wrap-Up (for 16 day ATC) ¬

Wednesday, October 2, 2019 Wednesday, February 12, 2020 Wrap up / Practicum begins for 16-day ATC candidates We are

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With over 45 years of non-profit management, High Hopes has built a reputation as one of the leading groups of EAAT and nonprofit sector management teams in the country with a growing international reputation. Our team has the capacity and experience to provide targeted consulting services to new and existing centers, Executive Directors and Trustees.

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Since 1996 High Hopes has offered the PATH Intl. Approved Instructor Training Course to: • • • •

over 300 students including 52 i nternational students from over 22 countries and 30 US states

BRADLEY (HARTFORD) INT’L AIRPORT (BDL) LAGUARDIA INT’L AIRPORT (LGA)

BOSTON LOGAN INT’L AIRPORT (BOS) PROVIDENCE INT’L AIRPORT (PVD)

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36 Town Woods Road Old Lyme, CT 06371 860-434-1974 www.highhopestr.org

Organizational management & development Volunteer management Development & fundraising Marketing & communications Financial management & board governance Program management Facility & equine management

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An internationally recognized training facility 4 miles from the I-95, 2hrs to Boston or NYC. A PATH Intl. Premier Accredited Center since 1979 offering PATH Intl. Approved Instructor Training Courses since 1996.

Has over 45 years of experience in the field of EAAT and non-profit management.

PATH Intl. Master, Advanced and Specialty Certified Instructors & mentors.

Has demonstrated excellence in program, equine management, and all aspects of nonprofit business management, development, marketing, and governance.

Has demonstrated performance in volunteer management with over 650 volunteers serving program, facility, equines, office, board committees, and development.

Includes a full-service i ndoor and outdoor facility, extensive sensory trail, and dedicated classroom and library.

PATH Intl. Workshops and Certifications at High Hopes PATH Intl. On-site Workshop & Certification:

Workshop: Nov. 18-20, 2019 or June 16-18, 2020 Certification: Nov 20-21, 2019 or June 18-19, 2020 Two and a half days of workshop and hands-on learning. Certification Candidates will be required to demonstrate their riding and instructional abilities. PATH Intl. CEUs 6DE, 2CR, 12CE

PATH Intl. ESMHL workshop & skills test:

Workshop: November 22-24, 2019 or Feb 15-17, 2020 Skills Test: November 25, 2019 or Feb 18, 2020 The Equine Specialist in Mental Health and Learning Workshop is a three day workshop for equine professionals and therapeutic riding instructors who work or would like to work with students with mental health and/or learning issues.

PATH Intl. CEUs 2 ESMHL CR, 6DE, 12CE

High Hopes Continuing Education Workshops Beyond ESMHL

Workshop: April 17 - April 19, 2020 This workshop offers opportunities beyond the PATH Intl. ESMHL course and is designed for EAAT professionals seeking an interactive, hands-on, educational, networking experience. It will enhance understanding of the benefits of Equine Assisted Learning and Equine Assisted Psychotherapy and present more tools for future lessons or sessions. PATH Intl. CEUs 2 ESMHL CR, 6DE, 8CE

Advanced Prep. Workshop:

January 13-15, 2020 This three day workshop will provide PATH Intl. Instructors with the knowledge and skills required at the advanced level. Participants will explore all aspects of the PATH Intl. Advanced Criteria through discussion, hands on learning, and teaching opportunities with current High Hopes participants. This workshop will provide opportunities for candidate evaluation.

PATH Intl. CEUs 10 Riding CR, 5DE, 6CE * dates to be confirmed - inquire for more info.

Workshops and Certifications on Demand As one of the leading therapeutic riding centers in the country, High Hopes has the capacity and the expertise to offer certification at a time, and in a way, to suit your schedule and unique needs. • •

PATH Intl. Registered Instructor Certification and Re-Certification.

PATH Intl. Advanced Instructor Certification and Re-Certification.

Non-Profit Business, Development & Administration

Workshop Available On-Demand.

This two-day workshop will help identify areas and plans for growth from the most basic mission, vision, and values to governance, staffing, fundraising and marketing essentials. Individual consultations will also be available.

PATH Intl. Mentor Training Workshop

Workshop Available On-Demand.

A one and a half-day workshop designed to provide PATH intl.

Certified Instructors with an overview of the role of a mentor within the EAAT Industry and the necessary skills and tools to apply this knowledge to mentor other instructional candidates.

36 Town Woods Road Old Lyme CT 06371

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