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BASIS-A Training
Certification Program

The BASIS-A Inventory© is a one-of-a-kind strengths-based assessment that has many applications and uses across multiple fields. It measures the Adlerian concept of lifestyle, which is synonymous with personality traits, but yet it is so much deeper. Think about how and more importantly why you do things the way you do - your lifestyle is at the root of all of your thoughts, decisions, and behaviors.

Dr. Susan Belangee is the leading expert on using the BASIS-A Inventory© with individuals, couples, groups, businesses, and organizations. If you want to learn how to use it in your career, whether that is in the counseling field or elsewhere, sign up for a training class.

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The BASIS-A Basics Course (Level 1) - 18 CEs

The purpose of this course is to establish a strong understanding of the Adlerian concept of lifestyle, how it is measured with the BASIS-A Inventory©, and then how to use it in your career/workplace setting.

In this course, you will receive/practice:

  • hands-on learning of the assessment

  • the basics of how the instrument was created and how to score it

  • giving feedback to fellow registrants in dyads

  • the clinical handbook

Upon completion of this course, you will have a basic understanding to begin using the BASIS-A with clients in your work setting.

Cost - $399 (Limited Time Offer - Price increases October 15th)

BASIS-A Training Level 1 has been approved by NBCC for NBCC credit. Dynamic Growth Counseling and Consulting Services is solely responsible for all aspects of the program.
NBCC Approval No. SP-4696.

BASIS-A Certification (Level 2)

For those pursuing BASIS-A Certification, you will be required to complete the 4 hours of personal consultation prior to starting Level 2 training. A discount on the personal consultation sessions will be offered for those registered for the Level 2 training. Completion of the Basics course is required prior to registering for Level 2; the personal consultation can be completed at any point before the level 2 course begins.

This training level builds on the Basics course. It requires at least 3 supervision sessions with Dr. Belangee during which you will share and discuss at least 3 audio/video recordings of you giving feedback to clients (with appropriate permissions obtained in writing prior to recordings). Prior to each supervision session, you will review and critique the recorded session and submit a summary report in advance.

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There will be at least 3 half-day online group sessions with all Level 2 trainees to share and discuss experiences of using the BASIS-A in various settings and with various types of clients. Upon completion of the requirements for Level 2, registrants will be "BASIS-A Certified."

Cost - $699

This course is capped at 8 students to ensure equitable time and attention can be devoted to each registrant during the online group sessions. The first session of Level 2 will be scheduled once at least 5 people have completed the Basics course.

BASIS-A Certified Trainer (Level 3)

This training level is for those who wish to learn how to train others in using the BASIS-A. Those who complete this level of training will be granted permission to use the credential "BASIS-A Certified Trainer."

For this level, registrants will lead at least three Level 1 classes with Dr. Belangee observing the sessions. After each Level 1 class, you will meet with Dr Belangee to discuss the training and develop a plan for growth and improvement.

In addition to the Level 1 classes, registrants will continue to gain practice using the BASIS-A in their work settings. Monthly supervision sessions will be required for at least one year as part of this level of training.

Cost - $999

The prerequisite for this level is to have completed Level 1, Level 2, and all prerequisites for those levels.

*The BASIS-A Inventory (Wheeler, Kern, & Curlette, 1994) is a copyrighted Adlerian life style assessment and owned by TRT Affiliates, LLC. For more information, visit https://www.basis-a.com.

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