Parent & Child Swim: Therapeutic Approaches Online Course Curriculum

Dive into the world of ‘Parent & Child Aquatics’ where we explore therapeutic concepts to transform swim experiences in young children.

  • Objectives: Introduction Video (1 min)
  • Case Study: Pacing, Progressing and Sensory Motor Skills
    • Tips for your Parent & Child swim classes or aquatic therapy sessions. 1 Video (21 min)
  • Training Video: Hand Placement for Sensory Input and Core Strengthening
    • Learn how to improve handling skills for guiding caregivers and their students. 1 video (6 min)
  • Case Study: Group Class for Rio
    • See the benefits of applying a therapeutic approach to your Parent & Child Group Classes . 1 Video (2 min 30 sec).

  • Case Study: Swim Angelfish Parent & Child Class In Action
    • Get a glimpse into one of our “Parent & Child” group classes designed for children with special needs and their caregivers. 1 Video (7 min)
  • Case Study: Developing Water Comfort for a Child with Down Syndrome
    • Learn how to maintain a child’s engagement and provide proprioceptive feedback to help the child understand their body’s position in water. 1 Video (1 min 50 sec)
  • Resources: Water Safety Education
    • Effective drowning prevention strategies for swimmers with special needs.
  • Resources: Visual Schedule & Parent Tips
    • Improve your adaptive swim lessons for swimmers of all ages and abilities by using a visual schedule.

  • Parent & Child Swim: Therapeutic Approaches Exam
  • Course Evaluation
  • CEU Application Kit