Certificate in Therapeutic Outdoor Environments: Design

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The Certificate in Therapeutic Outdoor Environments: Design course is a valuable program that empowers learners with essential skills for creating healing outdoor spaces. This course is increasingly important in today's world as healthcare facilities and organizations recognize the benefits of nature on patients' well-being.

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With a focus on evidence-based design principles, this course provides learners with the knowledge and skills to create environments that promote restoration, stress reduction, and physical activity. The course covers topics such as site analysis, plant selection, materials, and accessibility, ensuring that learners have a comprehensive understanding of the design process. As the demand for therapeutic outdoor environments continues to grow, this course offers a unique opportunity for career advancement. Graduates of this program will be equipped with the skills to design and create outdoor spaces that meet the needs of a diverse range of users, including hospitals, nursing homes, schools, and community centers. By completing this course, learners will not only be contributing to the health and well-being of individuals and communities but also positioning themselves as leaders in the field of therapeutic outdoor environment design.

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• Understanding Therapeutic Outdoor Environments: This unit will cover the basics of therapeutic outdoor environments and their benefits. It will introduce students to the principles of biophilic design and evidence-based design.<br> • Site Analysis and Selection: This unit will teach students how to assess and select suitable sites for therapeutic outdoor environments. It will cover topics such as soil analysis, climate, and accessibility.<br> • Design Principles for Therapeutic Outdoor Spaces: This unit will focus on the design principles specific to therapeutic outdoor environments. It will cover topics such as sensory stimulation, safety, and accessibility.<br> • Plant Selection and Arrangement: This unit will teach students how to select and arrange plants in therapeutic outdoor environments. It will cover topics such as plant healing properties, sensory appeal, and low-maintenance options.<br> • Water Features and Other Natural Elements: This unit will cover the design and implementation of water features and other natural elements in therapeutic outdoor environments. It will discuss the therapeutic benefits of these features and how to incorporate them into the design.<br> • Creating Outdoor Rooms: This unit will teach students how to create outdoor rooms in therapeutic outdoor environments. It will cover topics such as privacy, functionality, and aesthetics.<br> • Lighting Design for Therapeutic Outdoor Spaces: This unit will focus on lighting design for therapeutic outdoor environments. It will cover topics such as safety, mood, and energy efficiency.<br> • Maintenance and Upkeep of Therapeutic Outdoor Spaces: This unit will teach students how to maintain and upkeep therapeutic outdoor environments. It will cover topics such as seasonal changes, pest management, and repair and replacement of features.<br> • Programming and Using Therapeutic Outdoor Spaces: This unit will cover programming and using therapeutic outdoor spaces. It will discuss topics such as activities, events, and user groups.

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  • Basic understanding of the subject matter
  • Proficiency in English language
  • Computer and internet access
  • Basic computer skills
  • Dedication to complete the course

No prior formal qualifications required. Course designed for accessibility.

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This course provides practical knowledge and skills for professional development. It is:

  • Not accredited by a recognized body
  • Not regulated by an authorized institution
  • Complementary to formal qualifications

You'll receive a certificate of completion upon successfully finishing the course.

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