TCTSY 20-Hour Foundational Training

Live on Zoom, 7, 8 and 14 November, 12pm to 5pm Melbourne time.
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Upcoming course

  • TCTSY 20-Hour Foundational Training (English, online)

    $616 AUD inc. GST

    Live on Zoom, Melbourne time.

    • Saturday 7 November, Sunday 8 November and Saturday 14 November
    • 12pm to 5pm Melbourne time
    • 15 hours live plus 5 hours self-study
    • Pre-reading two weeks before through our learning portal

Who it is for

For yoga teachers, gym instructors, educators, clinicians, allied health practitioners, support workers, lawyers and more.

If you are an educator, you could bring mindful movement to your learners. If you are a clinician, you could use movement practices in client sessions.

What you will learn

  • Trauma theory, attachment theory and neuroscience (interoceptive theory)
  • Neurophysiology and biology of stress and trauma
  • The spectrum of trauma impacts, and complex trauma as lived experience
  • Power, oppression and intersectionality
  • Building trauma-sensitive relationships
  • TCTSY practice and practice facilitation
  • Key elements of TCTSY methodology
  • Challenges in implementing TCTSY

Your pathway

  1. Foundational Training. 20 hours: learn the core theory and practise facilitating TCTSY with other learners.
  2. 300-hour Certification. The Foundational Training is the prerequisite for the 300-hour Global Online Certification, which runs each year from September.
  3. Build your network. Meet like-minded professionals and build a trauma-sensitive community of practice.

Why trauma-sensitive practice matters

The global lifetime prevalence of PTSD is 3.9%, that's more than 316 million people (based on current global population estimates).

Source: Center for Trauma and Embodiment (TCTSY)

What learners say

"Through two days of learning, I seem to have rediscovered my passion for movement and I can apply trauma-sensitive practices when taking on cases."

"I am not a yoga teacher or clinician, but I love how I can incorporate the concept of TCTSY into my life, allowing people around me to reconnect with the body and take care of themselves."

Have a question?

Email us about dates, in-person training, the 300-hour program, mentoring or scholarships. The expression of interest form below this section also works.

20-hour training FAQs

What is the 20-hour Foundational Training?

An introduction to the core concepts and applications of Trauma Center Trauma-Sensitive Yoga (TCTSY), for yoga teachers, clinicians, educators and other service providers. It is the prerequisite for the 300-hour TCTSY Certification Program. The training is not intended as an intervention for people who have experienced trauma.

Does it qualify me to facilitate TCTSY?

No. It gives you the foundations for making your current scope of practice more trauma-informed. Facilitating TCTSY needs the 300-hour Certification Program.

Are there continuing education credits?

Yes. Members of the International Association of Yoga Therapists (IAYT) can claim 18 hours of continuing education, and the training is approved for 20 Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Hours. Credits may also be available with other professional bodies.

How is the training delivered?

15 hours live on Zoom across three days, plus 5 hours of self-study. Pre-reading and resources open two weeks before the course.

Do I need my camera on?

You choose whether your camera is on or off. The facilitator is spotlighted during practice.

Is it group therapy?

No. You will not be asked to share trauma history or process memories.

Do you offer scholarships?

Yes. A limited number of 50% scholarships are available per course for people working with marginalised communities. Email enquiries@atec.vic.edu.au and tell us about yourself, your work and why you are interested.

I have an injury or disability. Can I take part?

Yes. You can stand, sit in a chair, sit on the floor or lie down at any time, whatever the facilitator is doing.

What is your cancellation policy?

Minimum numbers apply. If you cancel with 28 or more days' notice, there is no charge. If you cancel with less than 28 days' notice, 50% of the total booking fee is charged. If you cancel with less than 48 hours' notice, 100% of the total booking fee is charged. To cancel, email enquiries@atec.vic.edu.au. Transfers are welcome, so you can nominate a colleague to attend in your place. If ATEC cancels, you can move to another date or get a full refund.

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