Counsellor Training Courses
Part Time Counsellor Training Courses in Emotional Release Counselling and Transpersonal Studies
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» Expanding Your Personal Potential Program (6 mths)
» Level 1 - Training in Emotional Release Counselling and Transpersonal Studies (1 year)
» Level 2 - Advanced Training in Emotional Release Counselling and Transpersonal Studies (1 year)
» Level 3 - Extended Specialised Training (1 year)
These courses meet the training standards prescribed by the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA).
They are also approved by the Australian Counselling Association (ACA).
Levels 1,2 & 3 each consists of 550 hours over 49 days, during one year.
Training workshops are held at weekends, long weekends, making use of public holidays, and part of school holidays.
During each course, a minimum of 60 hours study time is required. This will include journalling, reading and written work.
Accommodation is provided during these workshops at no extra cost for those who do not live locally.
» Requirements for enrolment in the courses
» Training Dates
» Training Testimonials
Short course for Professional Development
» Sandplay Therapy and Symbol Work
Training Pathways
Expanding Your Personal Potential Program (6 mths)
Intoductory Course in Transpersonal and Emotional Release Counselling
Are you looking for Profound Change in your life? Would you like to be guided through this Change so you can feel safe and secure?
This course is the one we recommend for people who are committed to Deep Personal Growth and Development.
The focus of this 22 day course is to use a range of innovative techniques which will bring about lasting effects and lead to:
Self empowerment
A happier and more fulfilled life
Creating a vision for your own life
Improved self image and increased self confidence
More rewarding relationships
This course is designed for two purposes — to facilitate personal growth and also it is a pre-requisite for engaging in our counsellor training course.
This program aims to equip you to become more aware of who you are and to help you to live life to the full.
We invite you to join us in a process that will change how you relate to yourself and others and open the door to greater possibilities in your life.
While this course is a pre-requisite for anyone wanting to engage in our Counsellor Training courses, it is ideal for anyone seeking personal enrichment.
It is such an amazing opportunity to engage in the wonderful world of Self Discovery.
This is a great opportunity not to be missed. It can make an enormous difference to your life.
Expressions of interest are most welcome.
Dates: Commencing June 2010 and concluding November 2010. (for details refer Counsellor Training Courses.)
Enrolments close 26th May 2010.
Time: Each workshop starts at 8pm on the first date and ends about 4pm on the last date
Fees: $2225 which includes a deposit of $500 deposit. The balance of fees may be paid in instalments at each workshop of $78 per day.
For 6 day blocks, food provided. For 2 or 3 day weekends, bring food to share. Bed and breakfast provided for distance students at no extra cost.
Level 1 - Training in Emotional Release Counselling and Transpersonal Studies (1 year)
The basics of TERC (Transpersonal and Emtoional Release counselling) methods within the field of counselling - learn about the counselling process and ways to work with the body, body memories, emotions and creative expression.
- Theory and principles of Transpersonal & Emotional Release Counselling
- Experiencing the practice of TER counselling
- Basic counselling skills and processes (including emotional release, shadow / projection)
- The practice of modalities particular to TERC:
- Body focus work; Sandplay therapy and Symbol work
- Dreamwork; Voice Dialogue; Breathwork
- Specific topics
- Transpersonal experience
- Perinatal imprints and their impact on adult life
- Spirituality in counselling
Level 2 - Advanced Training in Emotional Release Counselling and Transpersonal Studies (1 year)
Professional Practice I - expanding your capacity for self-responsibility for your inner work
and your experience of TER counselling personally and professionally.
- Theory of counselling, the counselling relationship, transference; Ethics of Caring.
- Advanced practice of TERC modalities (see Yr 1 for these)
- Field experience of TERC (includes clinical practice of TERC modalities and clinical supervision)
- Specific issues in the practice of counselling:
- Addictions, spiritual significance of addictions
- Death, dying, grief and suicide; anger, depression, anxiety
- Spirituality and consciousness II (includes spiritual emergence / emergency)
- Relationships - sexuality, sensuality and intimacy
- Perinatal imprints/body memories and the impact on consciousness
Level 1 & 2 - Personal Benefits - Achieving & empowering your personal potential
In these courses you will be supported in:-
- Developing skills to enhance your effectiveness in life
- Deepening self awareness
- Understanding the dynamics of relationships & improving your interpersonal skills
- Identifying what inhibits the expression of your personal potential
- Recognising fears that stop you living freely, being all that you can be, expressing yourself fully
- Learning the very best counselling skills
Level 3 - Extended Specialised Training (1 year)
Professional Practice II - Advanced Practitioner Skills
- Ethical practice; Intensive clinical practice and clinical supervision
- Counselling and the law.
- Creative application of TERC modalities
- Field experience of TERC (includes clinical practice of TERC modalities, clinical supervision and group facilitation)
- Understanding academic literature & research methods
- Specific areas of study in the practice of counselling:
- Relationship counselling; group leadership; spiritual practice;
- An independent study.
Level 3 - Personal Benefits - Facilitating others in reaching their potential
In this course you will explore and experience:-
- The art on mentoring
- Leadership
- Group facilitation
- Professional expansion
- Life process skills
- Creative expression
- Specialised counselling skills
Requirements for enrolment in the courses
A personal interview with a staff person prior to the course is required.
If possible it is highly desirable to have some experience with breathwork prior to commencing the Expanding Your Personal Potential Program.
Experience with some of the other emotional release processes is also an advantage. (The more the better.)
Expanding your Personal Potential is a pre-requisite for enrolling in Level 1 training.
Closing date for enrolments in the Expanding Your Personal Potential Program is 26 May 2010.
Fees: (including GST)
Expanding Your Personal Potential Program: $2225 including $500 deposit
Level 1 Course: $5390
Level 2 Course: $5390
Fees may be paid in full at the commencement, in 6 monthly instalments or at each training workshop.
Accommodation
Dormitory style accommodation is provided during Training Workshops at no extra charge.
Training Dates
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Expanding Your Personal Potential Program
2010
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Level 1 Training 2011
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| Jun 26 Jul 2 |
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Jan 3 9, 2011 |
| Jul 16 18 |
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Jan 21 24 |
| Aug 20 22 |
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Feb 18 20 |
| Sep 18 24 |
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Mar 18 20 |
| Oct 8 10 |
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Apr 15 17 |
| Oct 29 31 |
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Apr 29 May 2 |
| Nov 19 21 |
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Jun 10 13 |
| Total Days 22 |
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Jun 26 Jul 2 |
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Jul 15 17 |
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Aug 19 21 |
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Sep 18 24 |
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Oct 7 9 |
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Oct 28 30 |
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Nov 18 20 |
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Plus 6 group breathwork days at public workshops |
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Total Days 49 |
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Graduation on Nov 20, 2011 |
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Each workshop begins at 8pm on the first date and ends at about 4.00pm on the last date.
Training Testimonials
Testimonials are now on the Portiuncula Welcome Page
Sandplay and Symbol Work
Unlock the world of the unconscious through sandplay and working with symbols. Find deep healing and gain a greater understanding of what is running your life.
Sandplay is becoming universally accepted as a powerful technique for accessing unconscious factors that affect behaviour.
This course is suitable for counselors, social workers, psychologists, guidance officers & others who work with adults, teenagers & children. This week includes theoretical and experiential work with sandplay and learning how to facilitate others.
Bring: notebook, biro, artpad, crayons, camera, loose comfortable clothing, bed linen & doona if sleeping here
Date: July 26 - 30, 2010.
Times: 9 - 5:30 daily finishing Fri 4pm. (Rego 8:30am Mon)
Fees: (Inc GST)
$1290 (residential all inclusive - meals & dormitory style accommodation)
$1170 (non-residential - includes lunch)
Limited to 20 participants. Book early as this workshop is very popular.
Deposit of $50 to register. Full payment by 8th July, 2010.
If cancelled after this date, an administration fee of $50 will apply. If cancelled after 16 July, there will be no refund of fees.