HOPE CERTIFICATE

HOPE Certification is beneficial for anyone who would like to learn to use horses to serve those who have experienced trauma from a Biblical perspective, Equine Specialists, Licensed Clinicians, Biblical Counselors, Guidance Counselors, Social Workers, those in the medical field and educators.

-What type of ministry are you personally doing? Are you a 501(c)3?  Do you work
for someone else at their farm?
-What is your role?
-Why are you interested in the Hope Certificate training? What will you do with the
training?
-What does an equine specialist do in a session? What is their role?
-What does the Biblical counselor do in a session?  What is their role?
-What is the role of the horse? Why do we use horses?
-Body language of horses
-how to “read” horse language
-How to communicate
with a horse
-What equine exercises do you use with your clients?
-Horse safety
-What is an intro session?
-ACES (Adverse Childhood Experiences) – why are these important when
working with people?
-Hands-On-Equine activities
-Herd mentality
-Being Holy Spirit Led in sessions
-How to introduce Christ in a session
-WHEN to introduce Christ.
-Next steps for you and those you serve

Lunch, snacks, and drinks will be provided each day. Please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions.

The attire for HOPE Certificate training is outdoor/casual. Temperatures may fluctuate. Wear layers and what you will be comfortable in. Keep in mind, due to
the hands-on nature of this training, clothing may get dirty. Please wear closed toe/heal shoes (boots or tennis shoes are best).

Materials for training and activities are provided by Hope Remains
Ranch. You may wish to bring sunscreen, bug spray, or anything else you need to feel comfortable in an outdoor environment. If possible, please bring a camp chair.

Activities and classes will be held in the indoor or outdoor arenas; occasionally will move into the main barn and training room. All Activities will involve horses.