The InterPlay Teaching Practicum is a core component of the InterPlay Leader Training Program. It is for InterPlay leaders-in-training who have enrolled in the Leader Training Program and attended a Secrets of Leading InterPlay. Previously certified InterPlay leaders may also attend (see below).

The Practicum is a multi-day workshop that includes practice teaching by participants with self-evaluation and feedback from leaders and other participants, information on best practices in designing and leading InterPlay events, and teaching resources such as sample class outlines.

Note: Before attending the Practicum, participants must complete 8 of the Self-Study Core Elements and record their completion on the InterPlay website Leaders Circle form. Access to the Leaders Circle form will have been provided at the Secrets of Leading InterPlay. For questions about this requirement, contact the InterPlay office, info@interplay.org or 510-465-2797.

Repeating the Program

Previously certified InterPlay leaders (regardless of when they completed InterPlay leader training) receive a reduced tuition of $1,000 for the entire Program or $350 each for the Secrets of Leading, the Teaching Practicum or the Mentored Teaching component. Certified leaders are encouraged to attend this Teaching Practicum to gain new information and resources to enhance their teaching and update their leading skills. They will also receive information and resources related to the Racial Equity and Transformation initiative that is being brought into all aspects of InterPlay life and practice.

Schedule

Thursday • 7-9:30 pm
Friday • 9 am-5:30 pm with lunch break
Saturday • 9 am-4 pm with lunch break

This is a non-residential event. A limited number of homestays may be available for out-of-town participants as well as hotel/motel options. For housing options, contact Ginny Going at colleagues.interplay@gmail.com

The Teaching Practicum is included in the tuition for the Leader Training Program. A payment of $400 toward the total tuition is due by the time of this event. The Practicum is open to previously certified InterPlay leaders at a reduced tuition of $350.

Continuing Education Credit
15 CE Credits for various healthcare and allied healthcare professions are available for those practicing throughout the U.S and educators only practicing in Illinois. CE preregistration is required at least 2 weeks before the start of your event. Notify the Body Wisdom office (510) 465-2797 at the time of registration that you are requesting CEUs. A CE fee of $25 per program will be due at the time you register. CEUs are offered through Continuing Education Institute of Illinois.