Two certification programs are now available for those who would like a more thorough grounding in the paradigm presented by Dr. Neufeld. A third is being launched shortly for educators and professionals seeking authorization as presenters of Dr. Neufeld's courses or presentations based on Dr. Neufeld's material. The Neufeld Facilitator Program is designed for those who would like to facilitate Dr. Neufeld's video-courses in group settings. The Neufeld Level One Intensive is a prerequisite for entry into this program. Click on the menu on the top of this page for a more detailed description of this program.

A small Internship program exists to provide qualified professionals with the opportunity to study closely with Dr. Neufeld. The experience consists of directed study, collegial interaction/support, master classes and personal mentoring/ consultation with Dr. Neufeld. The objective of internship is to master the paradigm taught by Dr. Neufeld as well as to equip and authorize as a presenter, practitioner, or school consultant. In addition, interns will be groomed for leadership in forwarding the paradigm Neufeld presents. Interested candidates must have completed both levels of Neufeld's Intensives. Acceptance into the program is by invitation only. If wanting to be considered for internship, please provide Neufeld's office with the information and material that would be relevant to soliciting an invitation. Decisions are based not only on qualifications and passion for the paradigm but also on available openings and leadership needs.

Description
This program is designed to equip, authorize and support facilitation of Dr. Neufeld's video-courses. This 8 -12 month certification program consists of onsite and online courses as well as online support. Home study options are available for most aspects of the program. Individuals accepted into the certification program will be expected to facilitate at least two Power to Parent video-courses while receiving ongoing support. After certification, facilitators are listed on Dr. Neufeld's website and authorized to use Dr. Neufeld's promotional materials. For a nominal annual listing fee, certified facilitators can post the courses they are facilitating on Dr. Neufeld's website, have continued access to online support from fellow facilitators and experienced mentors, and enjoy continued access to resource materials (e.g., recordings, videos, case studies).

Prerequisite: Neufeld Intensive Level One
This five-day intensive provides the conceptual foundations of Dr. Neufeld's approach, including a working knowledge of the dynamics of attachment, maturation and vulnerability. These conceptual keys are essential to understanding and interpreting the video-course material as well as creating the theoretical context in which to lead discussion, handle questions and address parenting concerns. See the calendar for upcoming options for taking the course onsite. This Intensive will soon be available in a home-study format.

Program

• Facilitator Support
Facilitators will have access to support and guidance from individuals who have received in-depth exposure to Dr. Neufeld's approach. The support will be provided through individual mentoring as well as an online Facilitator's Forum. In addition, candidates for certification will have access to resource materials not available to the public. Assistance in planning, publicizing and organizing of the video-courses will be included.

• Annual Facilitators Conference
All candidates are expected to participate in an annual facilitators conference held in Vancouver in the beginning of February. The conference will be recorded for those unable to attend. The conference will include presentations by Dr. Neufeld as well as seminars by experienced facilitators who have studied personally with Dr. Neufeld.

• Periodic sessions of online Q&A with Dr. Neufeld
These online sessions will be facilitated in real time (9am - 12noon PT, Saturdays). Participants will be able to view and hear the presenter live through their computer and interact via voice or keyboard. These sessions require a computer with microphone (built-in or plugged in) and internet access. For certification purposes, participation in at least two sessions of online Q & A will be required. At least three or four of these sessions will be scheduled throughout the calendar year.

• Additional exposure to Dr. Neufeld's teaching
A specified number of hours of additional exposure through attending presentations or viewing and listening to audio and/or video recordings will be required. Candidates will be expected to be familiar with the content of both video-courses, regardless of which course they are intending to facilitate. Highly recommended for video-course facilitators are Dr. Neufeld's courses on Aggression, Counterwill, Teachability and Bullying. The Intensive Level Two, although not mandatory for video-course facilitators, applies the paradigm to common childhood problems and is highly recommended. Check the website for current offerings and course content. The fees for onsite courses are not covered in the tuition for the Neufeld Facilitator Program.

• Certification Process
Certification is not automatic. To complete certification, candidates will be asked to demonstrate their working knowledge of the paradigm by submitting a number of questions they have received from the participants of the video-courses together with their answers to these questions. Candidates may also be asked to respond to additional questions. Part of the certification process involves having the video-course participants fill out and submit evaluation forms to Dr. Neufeld's office. Once all components of the program have been successfully completed, including the receipt of positive evaluations, certification will be granted.

• Suggested readings and recordings
A library of reference material is being developed for use by the facilitators.

Practicums
Participants will be expected to facilitate at least two Power to Parent video-courses during the certification program.The first practicum experience may be informally arranged (if preferred) with a small group of friends and acquaintances. The final practicum should be more formally arranged.

Publicity Materials
Once registered in the Neufeld Facilitator Program, participants will be provided with, and authorized to use brochure & flyer templates for promotional purposes.

Tuition and Registration
The tuition fee for the certification program is $1450 CAD. Please click on the link to proceed to the application form.

2007 Calendar

	• Upcoming Neufeld Intensives Level One (Check website for details)
		June 18 - 22, 2007 July 9 - 13, 2007	Montreal, Quebec Vancouver, BC

	• Second Facilitators Conference
		Vancouver: to be announced

	• Upcoming Online Q&As with Dr. Neufeld: Additional days will be posted as they are scheduled. Candidates are required to be involved in at least two of these. Instructions on how to participate will be provided.
		March 31, 2007 May 12, 2007 October 13, 2007 tbc

Comments from current registrants in the progam

"I have been impressed with the support offered to the participants of the Neufeld Facilitator Program. The Facilitator s website allows participants to connect, support, and learn together with others in the program. This set up has provided me with a deeper understanding of Dr. Neufeld's approach and has enhanced my facilitation of the video-courses to parent groups."

"Being part of the NFP and therefore becoming more steeped in the developmental approach has given me a freedom and a voice with which to speak to the challenges and problems faced by teachers at school and by parents at home."

"It has been a wonderful experience to share thoughts, ideas, and learn from like minded people. It is fantastic to be part of a community that shares a common paradigm and I continuously draw on the many sources of support in the program."

"It has provided me the opportunity to learn from one of the world's best in the developmental approach "

"It has encouraged me to work with my instincts, my intuitions, to see the big picture, to work from the inside out "

"It has challenged me to reflect on my own practice, to be a change agent, to be on the cutting edge "

Questions and Responses
To register interest or forward questions about this training program, proceed to the contact page to send an email.