Requirements for the Certificate of Completion from EMDR Association, India
The EMDR Association, India offers EMDR Therapy Basic/Standard Training which is a two-part program. The Certificate of Completion is collaboratively awarded by EMDR Association, India; EMDR Asia; Trauma Recovery / Humanitarian Assistance Program, USA (TR/HAP); and EMDR Institute, USA. To receive the Certificate of Completion after completing both parts, you’ll need to fulfill the following requirements:
Completion of Training Hours and Consultations
- Attend both Part 1 and Part 2 of the EMDR Therapy Basic/Standard Training program. Each part involves:
- 20 hours of lectures
- 20 hours of practice in small groups
- 10 hours of supervision/consultation
- Complete a total of 10 hours of consultation with an approved EMDR consultant after each part of the training (5 hours after Part 1 and 5 hours after Part 2).
- No certificate will be provided after Part 1 training workshop, or in case of incomplete consultation after either or both Part 1 and 2 of Basic/ Standard EMDR Training. The submission of cases, and completion of attending necessary supervision/consultation sessions are required to be completed within 2 years of the respective Part 1 or Part 2 Training. If the participant is unable to do so, it will be mandatory for the participant to repeat the respective Part 1 or Part 2 Training.
Case Documentation
- Submit and get approval by the consultant for minimum 2 documented case studies following the completion of each training part (2 cases after Part 1 and 2 cases after Part 2).
Additional Information
- It’s important to note that the certificate is a record of attendance and satisfactory completion of all the components of the training program.
- To practice as an EMDR therapist, you’ll need to possess a license to practice as a mental health professional as per the state/country law.
EMDR Accredited Practitioner
The EMDR Association of India in collaboration with EMDR Asia offers a Certificate of Accredited Practitioner. This is awarded after meeting the requirements for the Certificate of Completion. The Certificate of Accredited Practitioner will be valid for 5 years, and the renewal of the same will be made after the participant has completed all the requirements of the Refresher Course Workshop.
EMDR Association Membership
The Association offers life membership to the participants who have received the Certificate of Completion & Accredited Practitioner. The benefits of life membership are described here. No Membership/Licence numbers (or any registration numbers of any kind) are provided as yet.
Validity of the Certificate
The EMDR Basic/Standard training certificate of completion and accreditation provided is valid within the geographical limits of India and accepted by countries that are members of EMDR Asia. However, the Basic / Standard Training in EMDR Therapy Approach conducted by EMDR Asia is well regarded and is as per the standards of international guidelines set by EMDR Global Alliance.