This course is intended for qualified and practising mental health professionals who are actively working in the field of counselling, psychology, or social services, and who wish to expand their trauma intervention skills using a body-based, somatic approach.
To enroll, participants must hold a relevant tertiary qualification at NQF Level 7 or higher in fields such as Psychology, Social Work and Counselling. Eligible qualifications include, but are not limited to:
- BPsych or BPsych Equivalent
- Bachelor of Social Work,
- BA Honours in Psychology,
- MA in Clinical or Counselling Psychology
Applicants must also be registered with a recognized professional body such as the ASCHP, HPCSA, SACSSP, or equivalent, and should have a sound foundational understanding of therapeutic principles and processes.
Additional eligibility notes:
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Delegates with a Psychology degree or Psychology Honours degree without practical experience are advised to complete the Humanitas Counselling Course to gain the necessary practical exposure.
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Psychology Honours graduates are expected to have at least 100 hours of relevant practical experience.
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Delegates registered with the ASCHP/HPCSA should supply a brief summary of their relevant counselling experience as part of the application
This course is especially suited to professionals seeking to integrate trauma-informed care and nervous system regulation into their clinical or counselling practice.
Please note: Due to the specialised and sensitive nature of this training, Humanitas reserves the right to decline any application should the leadership team deem the applicant unsuitable for participation.