Experiential Learning with Horses - Lake Erie College

Certificate ProgramExperiential Learning with HorsesProfessional Practitioner Certification:Developing Human Potential for Positive ChangeCENTER FOR LEADERSHIP & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTlec.edu/professional | 440.375.7144

Center for Leadership & Professional Development | Certificate ProgramExperiential Learning with HorsesProfessional Practitioner Certificate: Developing Human Potential for Positive ChangeInterested in furthering your professional coaching,leadership and entrepreneurial skills by working withLake Erie College’s continuing education certificate program* provides dynamictraining partnering with horses in human development as applied to:• Therapy (social work, counseling, etc.)**• Organizational Development as applied to leadership, teamwork and coaching• The Creative Arts• EducationWHO SHOULD ATTEND?Professionals interested in:• Incorporating horses into current or future work• Furthering leadership and entrepreneurial skills• Expanding clinical, coaching or educational facilitation abilities• Exploring transitions in careers, or engaging in personal discovery*Not for Lake Erie College academic ordegree college credit.**June 23-26 and August 25-28 ModuleI workshops pending approval from TheState of Ohio Counselor, Social Worker &Marriage and Family Therapist Board.2p a g e

therapeutic, educational,horses?HOW DOES IT WORK?This one-weekend foundation course or five-weekend(112 hour) full certificate program provides real-time,action-oriented experience to apply what you learn andto receive immediate feedback from the trainers, thegroup participants and from the herd of horses. You willpractice in real client sessions. Each session will provideessential theories, practical skills, relevant techniques,self awareness opportunities and practice facilitation withpeople and horses.WHY CONSIDER THIS TRAININGCERTIFICATION?The professional competencies you will develop as aProfessional Practitioner can be applied in a variety ofbusiness, coaching, counseling and educational settingswith broad range applications including working withindividuals, families, groups, or organizations. Thiscertification program is designed to prepare you in yourwork with people within the age spectrum of childrento senior adults. The single most important learningopportunity is actual practice.Each day of the program you will have the opportunityto practice the skills you learn with practice clients andto practice by being a client. You will study a diversetheoretical body of knowledge that informs all your work.You will receive practical skills in beginning a business,facilitation and work with horses.This is a professional educational, training andpractitioner certification program for those interested inintegrating and facilitating relational work with horses intheir careers and personal lives.LAKE ERIE COLLEGE | lec.edu/professional | 440.375.7144

Center for Leadership & Professional Development | Certificate ProgramExperiential Learning with HorsesProfessional Practitioner Certificate: Developing Human Potential for Positive ChangeSEVENFOLD FOCUS1) “Experiential Learning with Horses” theory and practice as applied tohuman development– Learn, create and practice Equine Guided experiential learning exercisesand activities and horse/person-ship facilitation skills– Learn cutting edge human development and organizational developmenttheory and practice2) Human growth, development & positive potential applied to education,therapy, counseling & creative arts– Learn and practice from a positive psychology, and Gestalt theory base– Build on current facilitation skill, personal awareness and presence– Work with the individual, dyad and family level of system3) Organizational development, positive change and potential as applied toleadership, executive management, teamwork, consulting & coaching– Learn and practice from Appreciative Inquiry, Emotional Intelligence,Complex Adaptive Theory, Chaos Theory, Field and Systems Theory– Innovation and design theory and practice– Build on current facilitation skills, personal awareness and presence– Work with business organization and group level of system4) Personal and professional development, career opportunity &business start up– Develop your personal goals and self challenges in professional work– Practical skills in business start up and awareness of career choice– Get acquainted with adult learning styles and other adult learning theory4p a g e

5) Ethical responsibility, ecological awareness &cultural diversity, learning styles– Discuss ethics, ecological and safetyconsiderations– Preparing a safe and ecologically friendlyenvironment for your work6) Facilitation and process skill development withpractice sessions– Learn and practice facilitation skills essentialto Equine Guided experiential learning andin human and organizational work– Supervised practicum sessions ( 1 ⁄ 3rd of theclass time) participating in all the roles ofclient/observer and facilitator7) The nature of the horse and relationship &communication– Explore horse human history, relationship,language of the horse and herd– Learning basic principles and skills ofnatural, collaborative and relationalcommunication with horses and people– Explore your presence, use of nonverbal communication.LAKE ERIE COLLEGE | lec.edu/professional | 440.375.7144

Center for Leadership & Professional Development | Certificate ProgramExperiential Learning with HorsesProfessional Practitioner Certificate: Developing Human Potential for Positive Changeprogram modulesLEVEL I Certification: Completion of Module I(One 4-Day Weekend Workshop either June 23-26 or Aug 25-28, 2011)Module I Only: The Foundation: “Experiential Learning with Horses”Professional Practitioner Certificate in Developing Human Potential*Goal: Learning foundational skills in “Experiential Learning with Horses” as applied to humandevelopment for developing human potential. 22 CEU hours available**.Topics and TakeawaysDay 1: Thurs., June 23 or Aug. 25, 6:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Lake Erie CollegeExperiential Learning with HorsesBasic skills in facilitating the horse-human partnership, application and practice workpartnering with horses in experiential learning with people. Developing focus and cleardirection and abilities in facilitating client work. Expanding capacity for creativity andinnovation. Learning best practice facilitation skills, “experiential learning with horses”activities, creating a good learning environment, designing a session and workshop withinnovation, safety and respect.Day 2: Fri., June 24 or Aug. 26, 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Pebble Ledge RanchEntering the Culture of the Horse and Herd and the Diversity of Human CulturesMeeting the horses, learning about horse behavior and language, practicing observational,listening and awareness skills, recognizing the impact of your presence in the herd. Whatdoes it mean to be a herd/community?Day 3: Sat., June 25 or Aug. 27, 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Pebble Ledge RanchEngaging the Client System: Skillful Collaboration and FacilitationCreating relationship and a relational alliance. Partner with a horse /partnering with people.Creative management of resistance and conflict in positive change initiatives.Day 4: Sun., June 26 or Aug. 28, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Pebble Ledge RanchSelf Awareness and Professional DevelopmentPersonal discovery, professional goal setting, personal preparation for discovery learning withhorses and people. Experiential learning with horse profession opportunities and preparationfor the work. Overview of innovation/entrepreneurship/business plan.Theoretical Foundation as Applied to PracticeTheories will be introduced throughout the four days as applied to practice: AppreciativeInquiry/Positive Psychology, Gestalt, Complexity, Chaos and Change Theory, EmotionalIntelligence, Kolb’s Styles of Learning, Action Refection Learning, Systems and Field Theory,Design Thinking and Attitude, Sustainability.6p a g e

Level II Certification: Completion ofModules II -VAdvanced: “Experiential Learning with Horses” ProfessionalPractitioner Certificate in Developing Positive Human Potential*(Four Additional 4-Day Weekend Workshops)Module II: Leadership and Relationship: Sept. 15-18, 2011Working with individuals for self development and professional growth:• Leadership development and human development• Exploring our natural leadership presence• Learning what horses reveal about being leaders• Working within a mind/body spirit perspective• Theory base of weekend : Gestalt Approach to Facilitation,Emotional Intelligence• The Art and Practice of Facilitation in Experiential Learning With Horses fortherapists, educators, coaches and consultantsModule III: Herd, Team & Group Dynamics: Oct. 27-30, 2011Working With Dyads, Families, Teams and OrganizationalModule IV: Position Yourself Strategically: Nov. 17-20, 2011Working with Conflict and ChangeModule V: Integration, Practice and Completion: Dec. 8-11, 2011Creating business plan, design development, practicing the workLevel III Certification ApprenticeshipMasters Available:“Experiential Learning with Horses” Professional Practitioner Certificate inDeveloping Positive Human Potential (for those who have had a comparabletraining program of 100 hours or more.)*Not for Lake Erie College academic or degree college credit**See footnote on page 2LAKE ERIE COLLEGE | lec.edu/professional | 440.375.7144

Center for Leadership & Professional Development | Certificate ProgramExperiential Learning with HorsesProfessional Practitioner Certificate: Developing Human Potential for Positive ChangePROGRAM DIRECTORJackie Stevenson MSSA, LISW, CEFIP-MH,Certified Equine Facilitated, Interaction Professional-Mental HealthJackie Lowe Stevenson, a Lake Erie College entrepreneur-in-residence, is a consultant,coach therapist and educator. She is the is past director of the Mandel JewishCommunity Center of Cleveland and past clinical center director of the GestaltInstitute of Cleveland. She teaches and lectures within the United States and abroad inTurkey, Israel and Mexico. She is an adjunct professor at the Mandel School of SocialSciences at Case Western Reserve University and on the faculty of the Gestalt Instituteof Cleveland. Stevenson’s professional practice includes equine guided coachingand experiential learning and natural horsemanship methods. She is a pioneer in thiswork and has trained and collaborated in developing this cutting-edge organizationaldevelopment modality through out the U.S. and in Europe.WHY HORSES?A specially educated and trained professional can facilitate a relationship betweenhorse and person to support the individual, family, group, team or organization toexpand its potential for learning, sustainable change and success. This modalityinvolves a collaborative effort between an equine growth and learning professional, aclient and a horse.Participants learn about themselves and their relationship to others by being inrelationship to the horses, participating in activities with the horses and then byprocessing their thoughts, feelings, behaviors and patterns. It is an experientiallearning modality within the natural world.Horses respond to our behavioral patterns, providing us with honest and clearfeedback about our current strengths and areas for improvement. Interactions withhorses provide learning opportunities with immediate direct feedback relevant to skillscritical to success in everyday life and work. Horses lead us into new insights and revealto us new ways of interacting with others and ourselves.8p a g e

Our commitment to You– Honor and respect the way of human kindness, thehorse and the natural world– Provide a personalized program that builds on yourstrengths and interests– Challenge you to develop to the next level of yourskill and creative capacity– Give you the tools and experience that move youand your business towards success– Introduce cutting edge theory and innovativeapproaches that will take you to the top level ofyour work– Provide optimal time for hands-on practicepartnering with horses to learn and expand yourfacilitation skills– Offer personal discovery opportunities to maximizeyour presence in your workLAKE ERIE COLLEGE | lec.edu/professional | 440.375.7144

Center for Leadership & Professional Development | Certificate ProgramExperiential Learning with HorsesProfessional Practitioner Certificate: Developing Human Potential for Positive ChangePractioner Graduatesbiographies and testimonialsLisa Kayser, BAMarketing and Business Owner of Butterfly Ridge Properties, LLCKayser has expanded her communication skills and has more confidence and skill in facilitation.She assists Jackie at workshops in facilitating corporate retreats.Kendall Smith, LISWSocial WorkerSmith is a counselor at a social service agency and has a small private practice and has begunto use horses in some of her counseling sessions.“This training program has been extremely helpful in furthering my skills and abilities in mycareer. I have found that the gained skills and awareness received from this program hashelped me to become a more effective facilitator of equine-assisted activities in uncountableways. Learning from Jackie and her horses has been a wonderful experience that I amgrateful for.”Juliann Spoth, Ph.D.Spoth & Associates, International Organizational Consultant and Executive CoachMaster Coach for Corporate Programs, Case Western Reserve University Weatherhead Schoolof ManagementSpoth has been in the field of organizational behavior for more than 28 years and herwork spans large-scale organizational change efforts through international and domesticexecutive coaching. This has occurred in a wide range of organizations from Global andFortune 50’s through small not-for-profits and family-owned businesses in more than17 industries.“Before this program I did not have much experience with horses and almost no knowledgeof horses’ characteristics and behavior. Jackie is one of the most skilled teacher/facilitatorI have been exposed to. She has expert knowledge on horses and herd behavior, equineguidededucation, adult education, designing and delivering educational experiences, groupfacilitation, and individual coaching. She is clear on her philosophy and stance towards horsesand the horse-human relationship. She has high standards but is appropriately compassionateand finds the right mix of challenge and support for participants. She is adept at explainingorganizational, team and leadership theory and offers practical and relevant suggestions1p a g e

on how to apply them. I am emphasizing Jackie’s skills andcharacteristics as I believe a teacher/facilitator can makeor break a program, regardless of how good the contentand design of program is. I gained additional insight intomy facilitation style and alternative approaches. Becauseof my lack of experience with horses, the comprehensiveapproach and the focus on the human–horse relationshipwas most critical and valuable. I do not think these results areduplicated in other experiential settings, even the outdoorand high ropes courses I have worked with. As I do not have ahorse, my intention is to have Jackie work with my teams andmanagers/executives.”Lesley Lemire, LISWGaitway High School Coordinator, Fieldstone Farm TherapeuticRiding CenterFieldstone sponsored Lemire’s participation in the 2008“Experiential Learning with Horses” program. She works withthe Gaitway School program integrating work with horses intothe school program to support the emotional and relationaldevelopment of the students (12-18 years old.) Lemire hasbeen highly successful in integrating experiential learningwith horses in a mental health modality with the therapeuticriding program.“The Horse Practitioner Training program was extremelyvaluable in many ways. First, it allowed me to experienceand experiment with the work to assist in formulatingmy goals and career path. The fact that the learning wasexperiential provided room for growth/learning edges andalso for creativity. Working with the horses helped me tolearn more about myself and improved my horsemanship.The program assisted me in developing ideas to workwith my own horse in creating learning environments forindividuals and groups. Additionally, working with thisformat created expanded learning opportunities. Thesevaried dynamics provided for real-world applicationsthat will foster improved horse/group work. I am excitedabout the partnership with Lake Erie College and hope tocontinue to participate in the learning.”LAKE ERIE COLLEGE | lec.edu/professional | 440.375.7144

Center for Leadership & Professional Development | Certificate ProgramExperiential Learning with HorsesProfessional Practitioner Certificate: Developing Human Potential for Positive ChangeMelinda Schumacher, MD“I have worked with Jackie in various experiential learning settings, all to my personal andprofessional betterment, not ‘in spite of’ but because of the challenging awkward timesas well as the easy supportive times. Jackie has a wealth of knowledge and experience, alove of people and a fierce dedication to her ideals that make her a superb educator. Inthe Experiential Learning with Horses apprenticeship program I learned how to structureexperiences with the horses to facilitate group’s and individual’s learning. I learned about safetyconcerns, how the herd dynamics are reflected in the human groups and the value of flexibilityin making the learning experience valuable for the humans and horses. I learned that I love thiswork and it really isn’t work at all … it is living healthfully.”Esther GatesYoga Teacher and Tai Massage TherapistAfter completing the “Experiential Learning with Horses” program Gates started to do somaticcoaching with people and her horse.Allison Schmoldt, MA, PC, RAArt TherapistSchmoldt owns her own horse and would like to eventually bring horses into her work as anart therapist. She was also interested in professional development in facilitation, listening andobservational and assessment skills.“The learning throughout the program was of a great personal as well as professional value andit continues to be of great importance to me. Currently, I work as an art therapist/preventioneducator/counselor and in my work with clients, I am constantly reminded of the valuablelessons that I learned throughout the Experiential Learning with Horses program. The nontraditionalclassroom, literally made me focus on the here and now and reality of what I wasdoing. The learning unfolded right in front of me as I was doing it. Every action or interactionbetween humans and horses had a response – horses responded honestly and authentically.I learned to form conclusions, alter my reactions and then also change my approach to theinteractions. I feel the same can be true when working with humans, but when I was workingwith horses, the impact on my learning was incredibly powerful. I learned to approach life andwork from different perspectives, to slow down and examine the world though a different lens(considering all possibilities). My learning evolved and I strongly believe that I could never haveachieved it by simply reading a book or listening to a lecture in a classroom.”1p a g e

Chelsea OlsenVisiting Instructor of Equine Studies at Lake Erie College“This training program has served to help deepen myunderstanding of the horse/human relationship. As aninstructor, I do not want to merely “train” a horse, butfacilitate the communication between rider and horse for amore thorough partnership. These workshops assisted me inmy understanding of how to help my students connect withtheir horses so that they can work together in harmony. Theincreased skills and awareness I have gained have served toinfluence my own and my students’ perspectives in myriadsof ways.”Annie MortimerEquine Assisted Coach and TrainerAnnie is in her mid 20’s - she lives in Buffalo, N.Y., sherescues unwanted racehorses from the race track, retrainsthem and finds them good homes. She works with theirnew owners’ not in riding but in creating a relationship withtheir new horse. She facilitates a relationship built on deeplistening, trust and respect. The trust and self confidenceof the horse often is reflected in the new skills of self trustand confidence of the person. She coaches her clients indeveloping better human communication and relationalskills through understanding and building a trustworthyrelationship with their horse.“The Experiential Learning with Horses Practitioner Trainingprogram with Jackie was incredibly valuable to me and mygrowth as an Equine Assisted Coach. I not only learnedmany different kinds of exercises to use with clients andbuild upon, but also how to better communicate with clientsand to reflect on the horses themselves. I have gainedconfidence as a practitioner, a horse person, and as anindividual through this program, as well as gained greatfriends and wonderful lasting experiences.”LAKE ERIE COLLEGE | lec.edu/professional | 440.375.7144

Center for Leadership & Professional Development | Certificate ProgramExperiential Learning with HorsesProfessional Practitioner Certificate: Developing Human Potential for Positive ChangePebble Ledge Ranch9796 Cedar RoadNovelty, OH 44072Chillicothe RoadMayfield Road (Rt. 322)Farimont RoadKinsman RoadSperry RoadAuburn RoadLake Erie College391 W. Washington StreetPainesville, OH 44077Directions to the Lake Erie College George M. Humphrey Equestrian Center:From I-90 and SR 44N• South on SR 44 (left toward Chardonoff ramp) to Girdled Road - approx.1 mile (at stop light after SR 44becomes a two lane highway)• Turn right (west). Continue onGirdled Rd. It bears right andbecomes Hermitage Road• Go approximately 2/10 mile toPinecrest Road (T road to left)• Turn left• Go approximately 1/2 mile to theback entrance of the EquestrianCenter (on right)84Exit 193Pinecrest RoadMorley Road306 44Hermitage RoadExit 20090Girdled Road• Turn right onto graveled drivePlease Note: Do not follow signs to Lake Erie College campus.The Center is located in Concord Township.1p a g e

Fees• $1,500 for Level I only(June 23-26 or August 25-28)22.5 CEU hours approved**One 4-Day Weekend Workshop• $6,500 for Level I and IIFive 4-Day Weekend WorkshopsPayment is due upon acceptance into the program.For payment questions, contact Kathleen Homyock,director of the Center for Leadership and ProfessionalDevelopment, at khomyock@lec.eduRegister online at lec.edu/professionalA non-refundable $250 application fee must accompanyall applications 14 days before start date and will beapplied to the program fee upon acceptance. Makechecks payable to Lake Erie College.If you have additional questions or require overnight orweekend accommodations, call 440.338.1752.**June 23-26 and August 25-28 Module I workshops pending approvalfrom The State of Ohio Counselor, Social Worker & Marriage and FamilyTherapist Board.LAKE ERIE COLLEGE | lec.edu/professional | 440.375.7144

horses change our lives.The relationship with horses challenges us to expand into our potential, to be authenticin our human relationships, to live a meaningful life and to contribute with choice to thewell being of the world.Lake Erie College has served the equine community for more than 50 years. Embeddedwithin the College’s core values of excellence, tradition and service, an entrepreneurialspirit is fostered through this training experience unlike any other program offering.professionaldevelopment:www.lec.edu/professionalKathleen HomyockDirector, Professional Development440.375.7144khomyock@lec.eduJackie StevensonProgram Director440.338.1752jls82347@aol.com