EST-3017 Teaching Therapeutic Riding I

This two-semester course will introduce students to the history, background, and practice of therapeutic riding. The first semester will review basic human physiology, learning theories, human development, and social and psychological development. Each area will also be explored in the context of a variety of disabling conditions. Students will research in depth one or more disabling conditions and make classroom presentations on the subject. Videotapes will back up student's research. By the end of the semester, students will spend time in a hands-on therapeutic riding situation. The second semester will introduce students to the experience of assisting in therapeutic riding lessons. Students also will learn techniques of adapting equestrian knowledge for individuals with disabilities, selection and training of therapeutic horses, care and management of volunteers and, in general, what it takes to be a therapeutic riding instructor. Classes will be conducted at the Equestrian Center.

Prerequisite

Complete EST-3013 with a minimum grade D- or better, or receive permission from the Department.