Who should take this course?

Michigan AFC owners, administrators, and staff planning activities for residents with mental illness or behavioral health diagnoses.

How to plan safe, therapeutic field trips that match residents’ diagnoses and abilities; coordinate transportation and risk management; foster positive social experiences.

Is this a Michigan-approved CEU?

Yes. This course supports Michigan AFC continuing-education compliance and activity program standards.

Do I receive a certificate?

Yes, a completion certificate is available for your training records upon finishing the course.

Planning Safe & Engaging Field Trips for the Mentally Ill

Therapeutic Planning

Set clear goals for field trips that match each resident’s diagnosis and emotional needs.

Safety & Risk Management

Assess risks, prepare staff, and ensure transport and supervision meet regulatory requirements.

Community Integration

Use outings to build confidence and social skills through structured interaction and positive engagement.

What You’ll Gain

Strategies for selecting and coordinating therapeutic field trips
Knowledge to keep events safe and emotionally beneficial
Practical tools to promote resident social growth and confidence
Completion certificate documenting CEU training hours

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This course supports Michigan AFC compliance and enriches activity planning skills for staff serving mental-health residents.

Group Living Course #1224 - Tips for Organizing the Right Field Trips for the Mentally Ill

Course curriculum

Chapter 1 - Introduction

Chapter 2: Tips for Organizing the Right Field Trips for the Mentally Ill

Chapter 3: The Review

Tips on Organizing the Right Field Trips for the Mentally Ill

Therapeutic Planning

Safety & Risk Management

Community Integration

What You’ll Gain