CIRCUS ARTS THERAPY® TRAINING
LEVEL 1: Learning Objectives
Circus Arts Therapy®: Introduction
By the end of the Introduction Session, Learners should be able to:
By the end of the Foundation Sessions, Learners should be able to:
By the end of the Basic Aerial Training, Learners should be able to:
By the end of Basic Ground Training, Learners should be able to:
By the end of the Introduction Session, Learners should be able to:
- verbally communicate specific ways in which Circus Arts Therapy® can be used in their practice
- be able to demonstrate basic Chi Kung exercises
- clearly identify 3 examples of Brain or Body Balancing
- identify the different learning modalities
By the end of the Foundation Sessions, Learners should be able to:
- identify important factors in determining an appropriate treatment plan
- identify three differences between a typical child and one with sensory challenges
- identify three regulating exercises
- demonstrate reflective listening
- be able to complete an intake sheet and progress report for individual and group sessions
- be able to verbally communicate how to implement the credit system for behavior modification
By the end of the Basic Aerial Training, Learners should be able to:
- demonstrate the difference between proper body positioning and improper body positioning
- identify the physical, mental, and social benefits of using aerial exercises in a therapeutic session
- be able to create a basic skill progression plan for a specific client
By the end of Basic Ground Training, Learners should be able to:
- demonstrate the difference between proper body positioning and improper body positioning on 3 pieces of ground equipment
- identify the physical, mental, and social benefits of using ground exercises in a therapeutic session
- be able to create a basic skill progression plan for a specific client
