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Are you a therapist, social worker or student who works with farmers, their families or others in the agricultural community?
If so, you know over half of Canada’s farmers report they suffer from anxiety—that’s almost 10 times higher than Canada’s labour market. Twenty-five percent of farmers reported experiencing suicidal thoughts in the past year.
We’ve developed the Agriculture Informed Therapy (AIT) training program to introduce the unique needs of farmers to therapists and students who may work with them in their practice. This unique, nationally recognized, online course is intended to teach therapists how to effectively build and maintain a therapeutic alliance.
Our goal is to create a network of therapists, each trained to recognize the unique issues facing the agricultural industry, to develop effective mental health strategies that meet the specific needs of farmers and their families. Established cultural competency is imperative in ensuring farmers and their families receive appropriate services when they are sought out.
Our courses are nationally recognized and qualify as fulfilling required professional development hours.
For a discounted bundle of our Intro and all four tiers
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$49.00
Introduction to Agriculture
Receive an overview of the agriculture industry, hear from experts in the sector, laying the groundwork for further learning in our Agriculture Informed Therapy program.... more
Add to cart$147.00
Tier 1: Preparing the Soil
Through our multi-media format, you will gain an understanding of current challenges in the agriculture industry, the unique issues farmers face. We’ll also talk about the history of farming by indigenous and marginalized peoples.... more
Earn 3 CCPA credit hours on completion
Add to cart$147.00
Tier 2: Planting the Seed
Learn about the experience of mental health in the agriculture community, including chronic stress and the impact of trauma. We will also engage in dialogue about “the stuff nobody talks about”.... more
Earn 3 CCPA credit hours on completion
Add to cart$147.00
Tier 3: Preparing the Soil
This tier will orient the clinician to various considerations in working with a farming family. Lastly, we will discuss self-compassion and how best to help farmers integrate compassion into their lives.... more
Earn 3 CCPA credit hours on completion
Add to cart$147.00
Tier 4: Reaping the Reward
How to become advocates of change for farmer wellness in our profession and help farmers build resilience to tackle their own wellness goals.... more
Earn 3 CCPA credit hours on completion
Add to cart$550.00
BUNDLE PACKAGE
Bundle all four tiers PLUS the Intro into one convenient package which you can complete at your leisure and save over 13% over the individual price.
Earn 12 CCPA credit hours on completion
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