{"id":48825,"date":"2021-04-02T15:40:04","date_gmt":"2021-04-02T21:40:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/somtraumadev.wpengine.com\/?page_id=48825"},"modified":"2026-07-13T15:53:56","modified_gmt":"2026-07-13T21:53:56","slug":"prospective-students","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/traumahealing.org\/prospective-students\/","title":{"rendered":"Prospective Students"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"et_pb_section_0 et_pb_section et_pb_fullwidth_section et_section_regular et_block_section hero-sec-set\">\n<section class=\"et_pb_fullwidth_header_0 et_pb_fullwidth_header et_pb_bg_layout_dark et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_fullwidth_header_container left\"><div class=\"header-content-container center\"><div class=\"header-content et_flex_module\"><h1 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">prospective students<\/h1><div class=\"et_pb_header_button_wrapper\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_fullwidth_header_overlay\"><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_fullwidth_header_scroll\"><\/div><\/section>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_1 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_0 et_pb_row et_block_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_0 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_0 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\" id=\"heading-leftbodr\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2>Our training enhance the skills of professionals working with traumatized or stressed individuals.<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_1 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module paragraph-size\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p style=\"text-align: left;\">At SE International, we train healing and helping professionals like you in Somatic Experiencing (SE). Most people will have traumatic experiences in their lifetime, which can have major impacts on their health and well-being.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Through our <strong>SE Professional Training Program<\/strong>, you can join a uniquely multidisciplinary field that brings together therapists, social workers, researchers, first responders, medical providers, and others into a vibrant community to address this challenge from all sides.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">The SE community is a home for all those who hold an expansive view of the human potential for healing and resilience.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_2 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_1 et_pb_row et_block_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_1 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_2 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module et_pb_text_align_center\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\" data-et-mv-hidden-tablet=\"true\"><h2><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\"><strong>We\u2019re changing lives with SE. And we\u2019re doing it together, as a community. <\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\"><strong><\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\"><strong>We hope you'll join us!<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_3 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_2 et_pb_row et_block_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_2 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_3 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module paragraph-size\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h1>thREE Easy STEPS to Apply<\/h1>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For US trainings only. For students outside the U.S., please visit <\/span><\/i><em><a href=\"https:\/\/traumahealing.org\/international-orgs\/\">this page<\/a><\/em>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_4 et_pb_section et_section_specialty et_pb_gutters3 et_block_section\"><div class=\"et_pb_row et_block_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_3 et_pb_column et_pb_column_single et_pb_column_1_2 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_0 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/traumahealing.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/zoom-call-photo.png\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/traumahealing.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/zoom-call-photo.png 1920w, https:\/\/traumahealing.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/zoom-call-photo-1280x720.png 1280w, https:\/\/traumahealing.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/zoom-call-photo-980x551.png 980w, https:\/\/traumahealing.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/zoom-call-photo-480x270.png 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 1920px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-987505465\" title=\"zoom call photo\" \/><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_4 et_pb_column et_pb_specialty_column et_pb_column_1_2 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_inner_0 et_pb_row_inner et_block_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_inner_0 et_pb_column_inner et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_4 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module paragraph-size\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Step 1: Helpful Background Courses<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">We strongly encourage applicants to attend the following online sessions before submitting their Somatic Professional Training Program application.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_inner_1 et_pb_row_inner et_block_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_inner_1 et_pb_column_inner et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_4 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_5 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module paragraph-size\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Basic Principles of SE Course.<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Attend a live workshop to learn the basic principles and theory of the SE model and about the Somatic Professional Training Program.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_button_module_wrapper et_pb_button_0_wrapper\"><a class=\"et_pb_button_0 et_pb_button et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\" href=\"https:\/\/portal.traumahealing.org\/s\/events\" target=\"_blank\">REGISTER TODAY<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_inner_2 et_pb_column_inner et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_6 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module paragraph-size\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Prospective Student Information Session.<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">We will share an overview of the training program, how to apply, and what to expect after admission to the program. This FREE session is available as an on-demand replay or Live presentation.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_button_module_wrapper et_pb_button_2_wrapper\"><a class=\"et_pb_button_2 et_pb_button et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\" href=\"\">Coming Soon<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_5 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_3 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_5 et_pb_column et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_12_24 et_flex_column_12_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_7 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_8 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module paragraph-size\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Step 2: Find Your Cohort<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">The SE Professional Training program uses cohorts to strengthen learning and support. In most cases, you will be with the same cohort for the entire program.<\/p>\n<h5 style=\"text-align: center;\">Ready to get started?<\/h5>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">1. Click the button below to find your cohort options in the Trainings and Events calendar.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_button_module_wrapper et_pb_button_3_wrapper\"><a class=\"et_pb_button_3 et_pb_button et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\" href=\"https:\/\/portal.traumahealing.org\/s\/events\" target=\"_blank\">View Cohort Options<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_6 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_12_24 et_flex_column_12_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_1 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/traumahealing.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/TE-Calendar-screenshot-scaled-1.png\" title=\"TE-Calendar-screenshot-scaled\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1759\" srcset=\"https:\/\/traumahealing.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/TE-Calendar-screenshot-scaled-1.png 2560w, https:\/\/traumahealing.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/TE-Calendar-screenshot-scaled-1-1280x880.png 1280w, https:\/\/traumahealing.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/TE-Calendar-screenshot-scaled-1-980x673.png 980w, https:\/\/traumahealing.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/TE-Calendar-screenshot-scaled-1-480x330.png 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 2560px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-987505597\" \/><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_7 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_5 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_8 et_pb_column et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_2 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_block_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/traumahealing.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Student-APp-screenshot-1.png\" title=\"Student-APp-screenshot-1\" width=\"1315\" height=\"1537\" srcset=\"https:\/\/traumahealing.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Student-APp-screenshot-1.png 1315w, https:\/\/traumahealing.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Student-APp-screenshot-1-1280x1496.png 1280w, https:\/\/traumahealing.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Student-APp-screenshot-1-980x1145.png 980w, https:\/\/traumahealing.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Student-APp-screenshot-1-480x561.png 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 1315px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-987505596\" \/><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_9 et_pb_column et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_10 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module paragraph-size\" id=\"SE-Professional-Training-Program-Student-Application\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Step 3: Apply Now!<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Get started on your journey to becoming a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP\u2122) today! Our educational model is highly experiential, offering you tangible skills that you can immediately integrate into your professional practice.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_11 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module paragraph-size\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p><strong><span role=\"button\" class=\"\" tabindex=\"0\">1. If you have not done so, please create your SEI account via the PORTAL LOGIN button below.<\/span><span role=\"button\" class=\"\" tabindex=\"0\"><\/span><span role=\"button\" class=\"\" tabindex=\"0\"><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><span role=\"button\" class=\"\" tabindex=\"0\">2. Once logged in, complete your applications by going to My Info &gt; Student Forms &gt; Student Application.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_button_module_wrapper et_pb_button_5_wrapper\"><a class=\"et_pb_button_5 et_pb_button et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\" href=\"https:\/\/portal.traumahealing.org\/s\/login\/\" target=\"_blank\">PORTAL LOGIN<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_9 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_7 et_pb_row et_block_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_12 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_14 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module paragraph-size\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h1>Admission Standards<\/h1>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Admission to the SE Professional somatic healing Training Program requires applicants must be certified professionals with an active practice so that the techniques learned in the training can be immediately applied and developed throughout the course of the 8-module training program. Exceptions may be granted to students in a related field.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_8 et_pb_row et_block_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_13 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_2 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_15 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module paragraph-size\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Professionals who may qualify for the SE\u2122 Professional Training program include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Mental Health Professionals<\/strong><b>: <\/b>psychologists, psychiatrists, psychoanalysts, psychotherapists, social workers, counsellors, marriage and family therapists, expressive arts therapists, etc<b>.<\/b><\/li>\n<li><strong>Medical and Alternative Medicine Professionals:<\/strong> medical doctors, nurses, and nurse practitioners, occupational therapists, physical therapists, chiropractors, emergency medical workers, surgeons, obstetricians, midwives, acupuncturists, naturopathic doctors, etc.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bodyworkers:<\/strong> massage therapists, Rolfers\u00ae, Craniosacral and Polarity therapists, Feldenkrais practitioners, yoga therapists, etc.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Others:<\/strong> first responders, crisis center staff, educators, mediators, clergy, chaplains, coaches, etc.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_14 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_2 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_16 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>This program is designed to train professionals to work more effectively with clients who experience nervous system dysregulation and\/or trauma. While students who attend the training often experience personal healing, this training is <strong>not suitable for those solely seeking a personal-growth experience or for those who do not have an active professional practice<\/strong>. Acceptance into the SE\u2122 Professional Training does not ensure that all SE\u2122 methods will be appropriate for inclusion in your professional practice. Training participants are responsible for operating within their professional scope of practice and for abiding by state and federal laws.<\/p>\n<p>SEI is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit educational organization that provides valuable training for professionals in the fields noted above. This training teaches techniques as well as providing students the time and space to embody Somatic Experiencing, and the combination of the two translates to a well-rounded modality to work with clients. While SEI is not a regulatory or licensing entity, it is committed to supporting students as they develop their skills and knowledge within their scope of practice and professional license.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_9 et_pb_row et_block_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_15 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_17 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\" id=\"heading-leftbodr\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p><strong>It's important to note that SEI's mission focuses on education and providing opportunities for professionals to enhance their skills and knowledge. SEI does not offer clinical supervision, psychotherapy, or individual recommendations. Instead, the emphasis is on promoting excellence through quality, experiential education. As SEI trainings cannot be entirely confidential, students must be mindful of their professional responsibilities and exercise discretion when sharing information during the training. This ensures that their clients or students receive the highest level of care possible while maintaining the integrity of the educational process.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_10 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_10 et_pb_row et_block_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_16 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_18 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module paragraph-size\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h1>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h1>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>To view the PDF of the Frequently Asked Questions below, <a href=\"\/admissionsfaqwebsite\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">click here<\/a>. If you still have questions, please refer to our<a href=\"\/contact\/\"> contact page<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_11 et_pb_row et_block_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_17 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_2 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_0 et_pb_accordion et_pb_module et_block_module paragraph-size\" id=\"training-toggle\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_0 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_open et_block_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">What is the Admissions team?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content\"><p>The Admissions team processes your applications and invites you to your training cohort (or location) for the US SE training. They will be your point of contact for getting registered for Beginning I. After you have registered for Beginning I, your account moves into a new team. Please send questions about application status or Beginning I to this department.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_1 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_block_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">I do not see a location or time that works for me, what do I do?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content\"><p>Since your acceptance is valid for five years, you may choose to wait until the right opportunity becomes available to you. By signing up for our mailing list you will receive notifications on when a cohort will be opening in your area and stay informed on other potential opportunities. To do so, please fill out the signup sheet on the bottom right corner of the home screen of our website, in the orange block.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_2 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_block_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">Why do I need to submit my resume?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content\"><p>Your resume allows us to see your career experiences to determine eligibility. We are looking at it for work history, synopsis of job roles, and education history. It is imperative to our decision process.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_3 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_block_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">I started my application, but the screen timed out or I accidentally closed the tab out. Can I return to my application?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content\"><p>Yes! Every time you click next, your application saves. If you need to return to your application, please click on this <a href=\"https:\/\/traumahealing.tfaforms.net\/wf0QKbn\"><strong>link<\/strong> <\/a>and enter the SAME name and email address used. This will take you to your incomplete application, where you can finish it.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_4 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_block_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">How long will it take to process my application?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content\"><p>Please allow 1 \u2013 3 weeks for us to process your application. A decision from the organization will be sent from <a href=\"mailto:admissions@traumahealing.com\">admissions@traumahealing.com<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_5 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_block_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">I have not received an email about my application. What\u2019s going on?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content\"><p>We send out emails about your application and status from <a href=\"mailto:admissions@traumahealing.com\">admissions@traumahealing.com<\/a>. Please search your inbox for an email from <a href=\"mailto:admissions@traumahealing.com\">admissions@traumahealing.com<\/a> as sometimes our emails end up in spam or promotions inboxes.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_18 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_2 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_1 et_pb_accordion et_pb_module et_block_module paragraph-size\" id=\"training-toggle\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_6 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_open et_block_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">I have registered and paid for a Beginning I training but have decided I would like to switch into a different one. How do I go about doing this?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content\"><p>Since you have already registered and paid for a Beginning I training module, you will need to complete a transfer request form to transfer your registration to another cohort. You can submit <a href=\"https:\/\/traumahealing.tfaforms.net\/wflwEaw\">that form here.<\/a> Because you are just beginning the program, you do not need to receive written permission from the faculty. However, if you decide to transfer after you have completed your Beginning I training module, you must obtain written permission to transfer cohorts.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_7 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_block_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">What if I do not have an active practice but wish to join the SE Professional Training?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content\"><p>The SE Professional Training is a continuing education program for those already working with traumatized individuals. The course is designed for clinicians to implement and practice SE techniques with their clients in between training modules for maximum skills integration. It is not designed as a stand-alone training for those just entering the helping professions nor for those seeking personal growth or healing. At this time we do not offer courses for non-clinicians. However, you may wish to visit our <a href=\"\/resources\/\">Resources page<\/a>\u00a0to find other educational resources related to Somatic Experiencing. Additionally, if you are seeking personal healing, you may wish to visit our\u00a0<a class=\"aLGRBl13\" href=\"https:\/\/portal.traumahealing.org\/s\/searchdirectory?id=a2FVv0000008sOD\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SE Practitioner Directory<\/a>\u00a0to find an SE-trained professional to do private work with you.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_8 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_block_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">What if I missed the Beginning I training in my area? Can I still join the class?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content\"><p>If you missed the local Beginning I training, you may join the class by taking Beginning I in an alternate location or by taking Beginning I by video. In the case of a sold-out Beginning I class, those in the local, live Beginning I training will be given priority registration for the local Beginning II. You may be invited to join the Beginning II class if there is still space after the live Beginning I students have registered.\u00a0Please contact us for more information on joining a class after the first module has been completed or\u00a0<a href=\"\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Contact us<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_9 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_block_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">How long are the classes each day?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content\"><p>Each Beginning and Intermediate training module in the US consists of 4 days (24 hours of course instruction time), and advanced courses consist of 6 days (36 hours of course instruction time). Training times vary from location to location, depending on training facility availability. Typical class times are 9:30 AM- 6:00 PM daily, with sufficient time for breaks and lunch. Please check the <a class=\"aLGRBl13\" href=\"\/training-event-search\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">training schedule<\/a> for your specific class times. Beginning and Intermediate training modules may be six days longer than four days for non-US classes.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_10 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_block_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">I have a disability. Are your facilities ADA compliant?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content\"><p>Yes. All of our facilities are ADA compliant or offer easy access for all students. 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