HORTICULTURAL THERAPY SERIES
Over the years RBG has seen heighten public interest in learning about aspects of setting up effective programming and reaching different populations. This series provides specific information on topics that assist in rounding out any previous training, and provides tools towards a successful horticultural therapy program. CHTA credit has been requested for these programs. Fee: $40/class

HORTICULTURAL THERAPY CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
This series of five courses earns you a certificate in horticultural therapy
1. Therapeutic Foundations in Horticultural Therapy
2. Assessment and Documentation in
Horticultural Therapy
3. Program Planning in Horticultural Therapy
4. Horticultural Therapy for Program Participants and Special Populations
5. Horticultural Therapy Program Development and Therapeutic Environments

Upon completion of this certificate program, the student will have the knowledge needed to practice horticultural t herapy confidently and competently, knowing how to use horticultural therapy programming to meet the needs of the individual to improve the quality of their life.

Our course instructor is Tami Proctor; a registered horticultural therapist with the Canadian Horticultural Therapy Association. Tami’s practice includes working at Homewood Health Centre, independent contract work in long-term care and teaching at Mohawk College.

THERAPEUTIC FOUNDATIONS
IN HORTICULTURAL THERAPY — COURSE #1
Fridays, April 9, 16, 30, May 7, 14;
9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at RBG Centre.
Fee: $450 (Lunch, refreshments and handouts)
April 9 – Definitions and Importance of HT
April 16 – Historical Review of HT
April 30 – Restorative Gardens and People/
Plant Connections
May 7 – Role of the Horticultural Therapist
May 14 – Registration Process in HT.
Each week includes a horticultural therapy activity or DVD to illustrate concepts presented in class.
MAXIMUM 25. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: April 1.

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ADDITIONAL LEARNING WORKSHOP
These workshops are facilitated by Nancy Lee-Colibaba, horticultural therapy coordinator. It equips program directors, volunteers, recreational therapists, activation therapists or just about anyone working with special needs populations with the skills to provide effective horticultural programs in a therapeutic setting. A certificate of attendance is provided upon completion.
Fee: $120/day includes lunch, handout package
and workshop activities.

STARTING PLANTS FROM SEEDS
Friday, February 19; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
at RBG Centre.
This workshop includes the importance of light, proper seeding techniques, and more, so that your clients experience success in growing plants from seed.
Maximum 35. Registration deadline: February 10.

HORTICULTURAL THERAPY
AND HERBS
Friday, March 26; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at RBG Centre.
This program provides information on starting herbs from seeds, herbs that do well indoors, innovative ways of using herbs with clients, and more.
Maximum 35. Registration deadline: March 17.

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HORTICULTURAL THERAPY
BASIC TRAINING
Friday and Saturday, April 16, 17;
9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at RBG Centre
Fee: $240 (includes lunch, refreshments and workshop materials)
This two-day training session covers the indoor and outdoor environment and introduces participants to plants that enhance surroundings, and have many therapeutic qualities. Topics include writing proposals, goals and evaluation, lighting, equipment, raised beds, comfort zones, and lots of seasonal program and project ideas. Children, people with dementia, geriatrics and the physically challenged are a few of the special populations that will be discussed. A certificate of attendance is provided upon completion.
MAXIMUM 35. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: APRIL 7.

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HORTICULTURAL THERAPY OUTREACH PROGRAMS ARE AVAILABLE
Our programs travel to residential and day centres throughout the Golden Horseshoe. Let us design a program for your clients. Contact Nancy Lee-Colibaba for details at 905-527-1158, ext. 510.

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