Post-Course Assessment

The assessment must be completed in full to qualify for and receive course certification and CE credits.

SHINE Post-Course Competency Assessment
Rating Scale (Competence & Course Items):

1 = Not Competent / Strongly Disagree | 2 = Disagree | 3 = Neutral | 4 = Agree | 5 = Strongly Agree

Participant Information

Section 1 — Clinical Competence After SHINE Training

1. Understanding the Role of the Horse in EAP
I feel competent in understanding the horse as a therapeutic partner who provides responsive, nonverbal feedback and supports client insight and regulation.
2. Key Principles of Experiential Learning in EAP
I feel competent applying experiential, nonverbal, somatic, and relational methods central to effective EAP practice.
3. Identifying Appropriate Clinical Use Cases for EAP
I feel competent determining when EAP is clinically indicated (e.g., trauma, PTSD, relational challenges, emotional dysregulation) and when it may not be appropriate.
4. Integrating Evidence-Based Models Into EAP
I feel competent integrating modalities such as EMDR, DBT, somatic approaches, trauma-informed care, and mindfulness into equine-assisted psychotherapy.
5. Fulfilling the Therapist's Role in EAP
I feel competent facilitating reflection, supporting meaning-making, and collaborating effectively with the equine specialist.
6. Applying Somatic Awareness in EAP
I feel competent tracking somatic cues, nervous system activation, and co-regulation processes within equine-assisted interventions.
7. Implementing EAP Safety Protocols
I feel competent applying both emotional and physical safety protocols, understanding equine behavior, and knowing when to intervene.
8. Ethical Practice Aligned With CAMFT/BBS Standards
I feel competent applying informed consent, scope-of-practice boundaries, therapist competency, client safety, and ethical decision-making in EAP.

Section 2 — Course-Level Evaluation

9. Course Appropriateness
Course appropriateness to my licensure level and clinical background.
10. Learning Objectives
Course learning objectives were clearly met and supported my professional development.
11. Clinical Relevance
Course content was relevant to my clinical practice.
12. Instructional Materials
Instructional materials (handouts, demonstrations, activities) were useful and enhanced my learning.
13. Information Quality
Information presented was current, accurate, clinically sound, and evidence-informed.
14. Experiential Learning
The experiential/active learning components were effective and enhanced understanding.
15. Facilities & Support
Location, facilities, and administrative support contributed positively to my learning experience.

Section 3 — Presenter Effectiveness Evaluation

Presenter: Jessica Mathon, LMFT

16a. Expertise
Jessica demonstrated expertise in equine-assisted psychotherapy and trauma-informed treatment.
16b. Clear Communication
Jessica explained concepts clearly and connected them to clinical practice.
16c. Modeling Practices
Jessica modeled ethical, safe, and clinically sound EAP practices.
16d. Enhanced Competence
Jessica enhanced my competence and confidence in applying EAP.
16e. Supportive Response
Jessica was responsive to participants' questions and needs.

Presenter: Jennifer Schilling, LPCC

17a. Expertise
Jennifer demonstrated expertise in EAP, expressive arts, somatic work, and trauma treatment.
17b. Clear Communication
Jennifer explained concepts clearly and connected them to clinical practice.
17c. Modeling Practices
Jennifer modeled ethical, safe, and clinically sound EAP practices.
17d. Enhanced Competence
Jennifer enhanced my competence and confidence in applying EAP.
17e. Supportive Response
Jennifer was responsive to participants' questions and needs.

Section 4 — Technology Evaluation

If not applicable, please mark N/A.

18. Technology Support
Technology support was adequate; any issues were resolved promptly.
19. Technology Contribution to Learning
Technology used in the course contributed positively to my learning.
20. Technology User-Friendliness
Course technology (platform, access, audio, video) was user-friendly.

Optional: Additional Comments

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