The Community-Based Extension Program allows resident coworkers in member communities of the Camphill Association in North America and the North American Council for Anthroposophic Curative Education and Social Therapy to pursue foundation studies and professional certification in Curative Education (supporting children and adolescents with disabilities), Youth Guidance (supporting young adults with disabilities), and Social Therapy (supporting adults with disabilities).Students study through a combination of supervised practice in the context of their communities, attending retreats and workshops with students from other communities, and an individualized program of mentored coursework supported through the Camphill School of Curative Education and Social Therapy’s online course management platform.
QualificationsThe first year of the Community-Based Extension Program leads to a Certificate in Foundation Studies in Anthroposophic Curative Education, Youth Guidance, or Social Therapy (depending on the emphasis of the student’s work). A Diploma in Curative Education, Youth Guidance, or Social Therapy is awarded after completion of the fourth year and an additional six month internship. Holders of the Diploma are entitled to use the professional designation ‘Certified Curative Educator’ (CCE) or ‘Certificate in Social Therapy’ (CST), depending on their track of studies. The first two years of the program carry college credit recommendations through the University of the State of New York’s National College Credit Recommendation Service (National CCRS, formerly National PONSI) and allow students to earn transferable undergraduate credit. Such credit may be applied towards suitable B.A. completion programs. If you are interested in pursuing a B.A. degree via the Community-Based Extension Program, please contact us for more information. AdmissionApplications to the Community-Based Extension Program must be submitted on behalf of prospective students by the participating community where they will reside. If you are interested in studying Curative Education, Youth Guidance, or Social Therapy at a location other than Camphill Special School or Camphill Village Copake, you must first apply to become a resident coworker at a member community of the Camphill Association in North America or the North American Council. |
Participating CommunitiesThe following communities have participated in the Community-Based Extension Program:
Moodle Course SupportMore information for participating communities, mentors, and students may be found on the Moodle Course Support Site. |
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