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Level One: Facilitator Path
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*Scheduling Note: Schedules are subject to change, any specific days/times are based on previous offerings.
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CoursePrerequisiteDeliveryDatesHoursDescriptions
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EXA101ACreativity FoundationsN/AOnline: AsynchronousJanuary-February6Exploring self-as-artist, and self of the EXA therapist; deconstructing the art wound/trauma; working with the inner critic and inner artist/muse/mentor; creating an artist family tree/lineage; building a creative practice.
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EXA102AMulti-Cultural Competency & EthicsN/AOnline: AsynchronousJanuary-February6Ethics: Examine ethical guidelines and professional standards relevant to expressive arts therapy and facilitation. Examine ethical considerations and best practices in expressive arts therapy and facilitation. Recognize and respect cultural diversity in expressive arts facilitation.
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EXA103Foundations & Intermodal PracticeN/AOnline: SynchronousJanuary - April Thursdays 4-7pm PST 45Person-centered & phenomenological foundations; introduction to witnessing, attunement, embodiment, presence; learning the language of EXA; and processing the art with focus on intermodal exploration including: Movement Foundations, Drama Therapy Foundations, Visual Foundations, Poetry Foundations, Creative Journal Foundations, and Sound/Music Foundations.
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M100AMentor GroupN/AOnline: Synchronous6 two-hour meetings once a month January-June12Mentor groups offer program support and guidance. Participation in monthly mentor group is mandatory.Movement Foundations
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M100BIndividual MentoringN/AOnline: Synchronous6 Meetings (1 hour each), January-June6Individual Mentoring offers focused support and consultation as students begin exploring the expressive arts.Drama Therapy Foundations
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EXA104Creative Process Group 1: Practice & Collaboration N/AOnline: SynchronousMay (4 weeks) Thursdays 4-6pm PST8This class offers the opportunity to work together on EXA processes. A collaborative, culminating project will mark the end of level one program. Focus on designing EXA Process/invitations and creating a portfolio of work.Visual Foundations
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EXA105Project Presentation N/AOnline: SynchronousJune (schedules vary)2Requirement to complete Level 1 training.
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Total Course Hours for Level 165
Creative Journal Foundations
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Total Mentorship Hours18
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Level Two: Facilitator Path
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*Scheduling Note: Schedules are subject to change, any specific days/times are based on previous offerings.
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CoursePrerequisiteDeliveryDatesHoursDescriptions
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EXA200FFacilitator IntensiveComplete Level 1In-person Intensive, Seattle WAJuly after Level 1 Completion (5 day intensive)35A week-long intensive that offers a variety of learning experiences in our Seattle Studio and surrounding areas.
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EXA201FExpressive Arts in GroupsComplete Level 1Online: SynchronousBegins Fall after Level 1 Completion Thursdays 4-6pm PST November-December12Develop effective facilitation skills for leading expressive arts sessions. Understand group dynamics, the role of the facilitator, and how to create a safe and supportive environment for creative exploration. Develop skills for facilitating expressive arts therapy groups effectively. Drama Therapy group-focused course may be eligible for substitution.
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EXA202FEXA in Community and Educational OrganizationsComplete Level 1Online: SynchronousBegins Fall after Level 1 Completion Thursdays 4-6pm PST September12Learn about arts involvement in various organizations, Identify the needs of your organization, Identify opportunities for community-based and/or education-based expressive arts initiatives and collaboration.
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EXA203FDeveloping the Facilitator PhilosophyComplete Level 1Online: SynchronousBegins Fall after Level 1 Completion Thursdays 4-6pm PST October12Develop and articulate the philosophy and develop your identity as a REACE practitioner. This is an intermodal EXA course that itself models the facilitation required to help people recognize their values and goals, their mission and vision, and articulate those (i.e., the major questions that include Who am I? What do I do? Whom do I do it for? Why do I do it?)
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M200FIndividual Advising for Capstone PracticumDuring practicum experienceOnline: SynchronousBegins Fall after Level 1 Completion 3 Meetings (1 hour each) included in tuition3For consulting/advising during practicum experience.
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M201FAdvising GroupDuring practicum experienceOnline: SynchronousBegins Fall after Level 1 Completion 8 Meetings (2 hours each) September - April16For group processing & support during practicum experience.
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EXA205FPracticumComplete Level 1Approved site/work siteBegins Fall after Level 1 Completion25A 25-hour practicum is required, with advising. Practicum is set up by student in their workplace, community, or other. Design and implement an EXA process for your organization/population. Up to 200 hours can go towards total experience hours if pursuing the REACE credential, but a minimum of 25 hours is required to complet Level 2 program.
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EXA206Capstone PresentationComplete Level 1Online: SynchronousApril after Level 2 Fall Courses2Capstone Presentation highlighting the practicum experience and implementation of EXA facilitation.
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Total Course Hours for Level 273
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Total Course Hours (Level 1 & 2)138
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Total Practicum Hours25
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Total Group & Individual Mentoring/Advising (Level 1 & 2)37
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