Pete Sandoval

The schedule WILL vary slightly. However, the schedule for Beginning to Intermediate is typically from Friday to Monday, 10:00 am to 6:00 pm. There is a two-hour lunch break usually from 1:00-3:00 PM and two shorter breaks in the morning and afternoon. During the lunch break, students will have an opportunity to book an SE Session with one of our Approved SE Training Assistants. During lunch or in the evening, there will an opportunity to attend Faculty Case Consultations (Beginning 2 and onwards). Faculty case consultation credits (6) are required to become a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner. 

Here are some suggestions to get the most out of your training. (1) Come rested (2) schedule a less busy day right after the training or even better, take the day off after training to integrate the material. (3) Wear comfortable clothing. (4) Bring props that will make you comfortable such as blankets, a ball, slippers, footrests, etc. (5) Bring your own water bottle and travel mug.

** Please note our in-person training is scent-free.  

Your course materials can be found on our course platform called Simplero. You will need to log into the site. Once there, you will find your courses that contain your training material. You can also scroll down to the bottom of this page and directly access each module.

SUGGESTIONS TO PREPARE FOR YOUR CASE CONSULTATION

1. Reflect on Your Practice: Think about your current use of SE® with your clients. Are there particular successes or challenges you've encountered? Any "stuckness" or uncertainties about what to do next?

2. Client Case Details: If you plan to present a case, please prepare information about the client's age, pronouns, occupation, life stage, and the reasons they sought therapy or other services. Include details about the duration and frequency of your sessions, any diagnoses, medications, and interventions tried, and the specific questions or guidance you're seeking from the consultation.

3. Openness to Learning: Whether presenting a case or not, come ready to share, listen, and learn. This is a collaborative space designed for growth, sharing experiences, and exploring SE® practices more deeply.

4. Stable Internet: Please ensure you have a stable internet connection as well as a quiet and private space for the duration of our session.

ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS

Ethical Practices and Standards

Maintaining ethical practices is at the heart of SE® work. Ensuring that you are using SE within the scope of your practice is important.

Confidentiality and Support

Our sessions provide a confidential and supportive environment to explore your practice and discuss any reactions or feelings toward client interactions. It's a space for accountability, support, and making micro-changes that improve your practice and client relationships.

Individual case consultations are with you and an Approved Case Consultation Provider.  Group case consultations are with more people.  1 hr of individual case consultation = 1 credit  3.0 hr of group case consultation = 1 hr of group case consultation credit.

It is highly recommended that you complete the required personal sessions and case consultations during each level of training. Hours not completed will need to be completed at the next level with practitioners qualified to conduct personal sessions and case consultations at that level.   For example, if you did not complete personal sessions and/or case consultations during the Beginning year, and you are currently at the Intermediate level, your personal session and/or case consultation provider must be an approved provider at the Intermediate level.

Certification Requirements

The Somatic Experiencing™ Professional Training is a multi-year program
consisting of three levels: Beginning, Intermediate, and Advanced. 

• Beginning and Intermediate have 3 training modules, Advanced level has 2 modules.
  
• Beginning and Intermediate modules take place over 4 consecutive days: Friday-Monday.
  
• Advanced Modules take place over 6 consecutive days - dates and locations vary

The training is structured to enable cohorts of students to train together through Beginning and Intermediate levels to enhance their learning experience.  

It typically takes 2.5 to 3 years of training to become a Somatic Experiencing™  Practitioner (SEP).

Certification involves attending the training, completing practice sessions, attending individual and case consultations and working with Approved Somatic Experiencing™ Practitioners for first-hand experience of the modality. 

Refer to Somatic Experiencing International website for more information.

We know that "life happens".  Training participants are permitted to "miss" attending one module in the Beginning year and one module in the Intermediate year.  SE students are required to review the module (via an online link) to the SE material prior to the subsequent training module.  In addition, reflection questions need to be completed, submitted, and approved prior to the next module.

The training venues vary and the location will be posted on the SE portal.

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Case consultation fees are significantly reduced during in-person SE trainings.  Fees for case consultations in between modules will vary according to the provider.  

Personal session fees are significantly reduced during in-person SE trainings.  Fees for personal sessions in between modules will vary according to the provider.  

Once you have completed your requirements, send all of your Personal Session and Case Consultation logs to SEI.  SE Master classes as well as webinars are great resources to add to your embodiment toolbox.  Being a member of the SEI community means you will be informed about upcoming workshops and Post-SE trainings.

Upon successful completion of the module each participant will be given a certificate of completion signed by the faculty. It is your responsibility to ensure that you keep this in a secure location, as it may be required to transfer to a different cohort. or by SEI when assessing your application to become an SEP. If you have lost your certificates and request a re-issue, there may be a $50 administrative fee associated with this request.

Sessions completed prior to the beginning of your SE training do not qualify for credit.  All sessions completed during your training with Approved SE Practitioners (at your level of training) will count towards your SEP designation.