Cranio-Sacral Certification Program

"Ursula's Certification Program has taught me far more than 'just' the technical skills of cranial work. She is an amazing teacher who approaches this modality with heart and a passion that is absolutely infectious. Ursula also has the exceptional talent to create a space that truly feels safe for everybody involved; it is the perfect place to build a sense of community and an acceptance of what is, whether it be in cranial work or in one's own personal soul journey. I am deeply grateful for this and very happy to have been part of her program." ~ NB

Certification in Cranio-Sacral therapy gives you added credibility with your clients and allows you to offer this work with increased confidence. It will also allow you to work with students that come into the training after you. With your permission, NHRC will put you on their referral list on its website.

The Certification Program is expressly designed for students who want to dedicate themselves to mastering Cranio-Sacral therapy. It offers a highly focused, in-depth training with the support, exploration, supervision, and feedback necessary for you to develop a full Cranio-Sacral practice with competence and confidence. This program is based on the theories and techniques developed by William Sutherland and is also influenced by the work of John Upledger, Hugh Milne, and the biodynamic approaches to Cranio-Sacral work. The Advanced Series is the backbone of Cranio-Sacral knowledge and application. The addtional Advanced Bodywork classes provide the meat on the bone, as they enable the students to expand their intuition, personal depth, and their trust in their healing abilities.

The Certification Program will move you beyond the limitations of technical, fix-it approaches and prepare you to listen to the soul of your client, touch the mystery of their being, and accompany them through their discomfort, pain, and pathologies toward genuine healing.

The Program is made up of the Introductory Workshop, 4 core Advanced level classes (the Advanced Series), 3 additional Advanced Bodywork classes, integration sessions, and extracurricular work. The length of study and design of the curriculum is intended to give you the time and support necessary to master this work.

This program is enhanced by:

• local support
• a community of students
• small classes, and
• the opportunity to tailor your education by choosing from six additional Advanced Bodywork classes

"I want to let you know that almost every day I remark to myself how my two years training with you has benefited me as a practitioner. I see my work differently, I see myself differently, my motivation to continue in the healing arts field is strong and my own health, emotionally and physically, has never been better. I am deeply grateful to you as a teacher, practitioner and supporter." ~ AD, Seattle

Course Requirements

Students in the Certification Program must complete the following courses:

• Cranio-Sacral Introductory Workshop - 32 hours
  This course provides the foundation for the rest of the coursework in the Certification Program and is a pre-requisite for entrance into the Advanced I-IV series and the additional Advanced Bodywork classes. The Introduction to Cranio-Sacral course introduces the student to the fundamental anatomy and physiology of the Cranio-Sacral system, the basic hands-on techniques, and sensitivity necessary to do this work.

• Advanced Series* - 158 hours
  Once you have taken an Introductory Workshop, you are eligible to register for these 4, 4-day core required courses. These 4 Advanced Level Classes are sequential and must be taken in order. The material in these four classes are the cornerstone of Cranio-Sacral work and provide all the hands-on techniques, anatomy, and physiology related to the cranial system.
  *Students enrolled in the Advanced Series also enroll in at least 6 Integration Days - 30 hours.

• Additional Advanced Bodywork Classes* - 96 hours
  These 6 classes were created to give you a range of choices and the freedom to design an educational path that matches your specific interests. Students in the Certification Program must complete 3 of these 6 , 4-day classes. Students are eligible to take any Advanced Bodywork classes upon completion of the Introductory Workshop. These courses are not cumulative and may be taken in any order.
  * Students do NOT NEED to be enrolled in the Certification Program to take the Advanced Series or additional Advanced Bodywork classes.

Extracurricular Requirements

Extracurricular work is an important part of your learning in this program, as it deepens and expands your understanding and confidence. The following is a list of the necessary work you will do outside of the classroom:

• Give and record 100 cranial sessions (to be submitted in batches of 20 to Ursula for review; total cost, $200)
• Complete 16 full-exchanges with fellow students
• Receive 10 professional Cranio-Sacral sessions
• Complete 3 exams: two practical, one theoretical
• Participate in 30 Integration Day hours
• Independent Study Time

Payment Options

Students have three payment plan options for the Certification Program:

Discounted Payment — $4400*

Students choosing this plan pay for the entire Advanced Series and Certification Program in advance and enjoy a savings of over $800. This tuition includes:

• Advanced Series and Integration Days
• 3 Additional Advanced Bodywork Classes
• 100 Client Records
• 3 Exams

A $250 non-refundable is required upon registration; the remaining balance of $4150 is due on the first day of Advanced I or your first Advanced Bodywork class taken.

Advanced Payment—$5010*

Students choosing this payment plan send in a $250 non-refundable deposit upon registration and pay the balance of $2315 on the first day of Advanced I. A savings of almost $300! This covers tuition for:

• Advanced Series and Integration Days
• 30 Client Records

Students are also responsible for payment of the following items at the time of service:

• 3 additional Advanced Bodywork Classes—$545 per class ($1635 total)
• 70 additional Client Records—$210
• 3 Exams—$600

(Students who register for additional Advanced Bodywork classes at least one month in advance receive a $50 discount off the regular price.)

Per Class Payment—$5260*

Students choosing this payment plan send in a $250 non-refundable deposit upon registration (payment goes towards your last class in the Advanced Series), and pay $635 on the first day of Advanced I (this covers tuition for Advanced I and 30 client records).

Payments continue as follows:

• $545 due on the first Integration Day;
• $545 due on first days of Advanced II and III;
• $295 due on first day of Advanced IV.

Students are also responsible for payment of the following items at the time of service:

• 3 additional Advanced Bodywork Classes—$545 per class ($1635 total)
• 70 additional Client Records—$210
• 3 Exams—$600

(Students who register for additional Advanced Bodywork classes at least one month in advance receive a discount of $50 off the regular price.)

* Tuition does not include textbooks, a skull, retreat cost for Advanced IV, or 10 required professional Cranio-Sacral sessions, payable directly to the practitioner.

Cancellation Policy

Students who withdraw from the program and have chosen either the discounted or the advanced payment options will lose their $250 non-refundable deposit upon registration. Classes will be charged the per-class rate of $545, Integration Days per-day rate of $100 they have taken prior to withdrawing. Review of 30 clients records and any additional records will be charged. The remaining balance of their pre-payments will be refunded.

Advanced Bodywork Classes Cancellation Policy for Discounted Payment Plan
Students may change one additional Advanced Bodywork Class registration during the program without being charged a fee but the change must be made at least 30 days prior to the start date, or a $100 late cancellation fee will apply. Any additional registration changes will be subject to a $100 fee regardless of advance notice.

Student Handbook

For additional information about the Advanced Series and the Certification Program, please download and read the NHRC Student Handbook (178 KB pdf).

Registration

Registering for classes is easy. Simply print and fill out this registration form (278 KB pdf). (Check the Class Schedule to check for upcoming class dates.) Then mail the registration form with your deposit to:

Natural Health Resources Center
12252 2nd Avenue NW
Seattle, WA 98177

You may also call the NHRC at (206) 783-3922 to register over the phone.

NHRC accepts both checks and credit cards.

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