Australian Clinical Training Program

 Enrolments for the next intake of the Australian TRE Clinical Training Program (CTP) starting on Tuesday 11th February, 2025 are now open.

If you are interested in applying for next intake of the CTP please contact Physiotherapist & TRE Trainer Richmond Heath via training@treaustralia.com or book a free 20 minute zoom call to discuss it further here.

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The Australian TRE Clinical Training Program is open to Australian Health Professionals with diploma or degree qualifications in relevant movement, exercise or body-based approaches that’s scope of practice can justifiably include TRE & the use of neurogenic tremors.

The CTP  requires 3 hrs per week including self-guided learning & a 1 hr live online group practical class from 5.30pm – 6.30pm on Tuesdays (Melbourne time) from Tues 11th Feb – Tues 29th April

Click here to view the free webinar An Introduction to TRE & the 12 Week Clinical Training Program or watch it in sections in the video players below.

The cost for the training is AUD $3300 (including GST) paid in full upfront or $3600 paid in 3 monthly instalments. Please note there is an additional US $35 fee payable to TRE For All Inc to register as a trainee in the global TRE training community.

“This has been a powerful technique to regulate my nervous system – helping me to recover from my burnout & reducing stress, anxiety & worry as well as mental & physical tension. I feel more confident to be my authentic self & more confident in setting boundaries both personally & professionally.” Emily – Physiotherapist

Overview

The Australian TRE Clinical Training Program (CTP) is a 12-week online training that endorses suitably qualified Health Professionals to teach TRE to individuals within the scope of practice of their existing qualifications.

In addition to your ongoing personal practice of TRE the training requires approximately 3 hours per week consisting of:

  • self-guided review of a pre-recorded video & written materials (1 hr)
  • attending a live online group practical class via zoom (1 hr)
  • either a self-guided practice session or individual supervision session with your trainer teaching TRE to other volunteers or other trainees (1hr)

You will be required to organise & teach a minimum of 5 volunteers over the course of the training with full details of the prerequisites, enrolment procedures, curriculum, training tasks, competencies & steps for completion outlined in detail below.

The cost for the training is AUD $3300 (including GST) paid in full upfront or $3600 paid in 3 monthly instalments plus an additional US $35 fee payable to TRE For All Inc to register as a trainee in the global TRE training community.

Please note – this training does not provide a stand-alone TRE qualification nor train you to teach TRE to groups. Additional training to teach groups or a pathway to complete a stand-alone TRE qualification will be available upon completion of this training.

For more details download the CTP Training Overview Document in pdf format here

“I have noticed an increase in my capacity for what i can handle, digest & recover from throughout the day as well as being a more grounded presence for those I’m working with. It has supported me to come home with freshness & the ability to slow down” Abbey – OT

Prerequisites

  • Australian Health Professional holding a diploma or degree qualification in a relevant movement, exercise or body-based modality that TRE & the use of neurogenic tremors falls within your scope of practice
  • completion of the online TRE course at www.trecourse.com
  • (*if you have previously attended a 1 Day Introduction to TRE (or longer) you are welcome to apply for the training & complete the online course during the training)

Enrolment

  • book a free 30 minute enrolment interview via my online booking calendar here
  • submit an enrolment application form available to download here at least 24 hrs before your enrolment interview
  • payment of training fees (AUD $3300 up front) or first payment (AUD $1200) of a 3 month payment plan (determined at enrolment interview)
  • payment of US $35 fee to TRE For All Inc to register as a trainee in the global TRE training community (once paid forward your confirmation to your trainer)

“I feel excited to be able to use TRE as a regular practice. I had a craniosacral session recently & the therapist & I both noticed a remarkable difference in the armouring in my body. My tissues were definitely less protecting & more trusting.” Michelle – Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapist

Weekly / Module Tasks

  • review each module’s theory before attending the module’s online practical class
    • pre-recorded video presentation + written training manual
  • attend the online group practical class
    • 5.30pm – 6.30pm Tuesdays (Melbourne time zone)
    • (please note you must attend a minimum of 9 live classes or additional paid supervisions to reach competencies may be required)
  • complete either a self-guided practice session or live online individual supervision session with your trainer teaching TRE to other trainees or a volunteer
    • full details for each module’s session are outlined in the ‘Training Requirements & Log Book’ available to download here
    • (please note you will need organise a minimum of 5 volunteers to complete these practice hours)
  • *plus complete an additional 1 hr ‘Final Assessment’ supervision session with your trainer after completing the 12 modules

      Personal Practice

      • complete & journal a minimum of 3 personal practice session of TRE per week over the course of the training (what to cover in your journal will be outlined in the Module 1 training manual)

      “TRE has honestly been my lifeline the past couple of weeks, it’s like it takes the edge off, so I can then take action, do some yoga or seek support. I’m so thankful for this tool in my life & grateful for the opportunity to facilitate it” Sofia – OT

      Curriculum

      •  Module 1 – Context & Principles
      • Module 2 – Introduction & Screening
      • Module 3 – Quickstart & Ongoing Use
      • Module 4 – Self-Regulation
      • Module 5 – Defrontalisation & Resourcing
      • Module 6 – Fascia & Following the Body
      • Module 7 – Awareness & Positioning
      • Module 8 – Activations & Closed-Chain
      • Module 9 – Touch & Transference
      • Module 10 – Breath & Sound
      • Module 11 – Integrations & Completions
      • Module 12 – Grounding & Growth
      • Final Assessment – Supervision Hour
      • Clinical Support – Session 1
      • Clinical Support – Session 2
      • Clinical Support – Session 3

      You will also need to complete an online theory quiz with 90% accuracy.

      Competencies

      • Growing – continuing growth & development through your own personal practice of TRE
      • Grounding –progressive grounding while teaching TRE to others
      • Introduction – create context & safety appropriate to each individual
      • Screening – perform a suitable health check including mental health & trauma
      • Activation – effectively use different techniques to invoke neurogenic movement
      • Regulation – teach safe & effective self-regulation or co-regulation if required
      • Facilitation – observe neurogenic movements & apply safe & effective facilitations
      • Instruction – providing appropriate support & ongoing use advice for each individual

      Please note – if you have not demonstrated the above competencies during the course of the training additional self-guided practice or paid supervision hours with your trainer (AUD $130 per hr) may be required.

      “I find it a very useful tool & tend to use it specifically with new clients who need nervous system regulation in the early stages of the work. It has certainly deepened my clients’ experience & it’s so valuable to have the skills from TRE to add into what I already have.” Lucy – Somatic Psychotherapist

      Completing Your Training

      To receive your certificate you will need to have completed the following steps:

      • demonstrated the above competencies
      • completed the online theory quiz with at least 90% accuracy
      • complete your final assessment supervision session
      • submitted your completed log book with dates & details for each of the training tasks
      • submitted a 1 to 2 page journal summary reflecting upon your personal growth & professional development over the course of the training
      • complete these steps before the 3rd clinical support session (see below)

       

      Clinical Support Sessions

      After completing the 12 training modules there will be 3 x monthly live online clinical support sessions (at the usual class time) where you can receive ongoing guidance & support in both your personal practice & your professional application of TRE.

      *Please note – in order to complete the training & receive your certificate you must have completed all the required training & assessment tasks before the 3rd clinical support session or transfer into a future cohort with repeated tasks may be required.

      “The knowledge I’ve gained about the autonomic nervous system, neurogenic tremors, polyvagal theory & trauma-informed care has not only expanded my theoretical understandings but also sharpened my practical skills in guiding clients through their own healing processes. Each TRE session reinforces the idea that the body holds both the wounds of the trauma & the potential for recovery.”  Wayne, Clinical Myotherapist

      Apply to Enrol

      If you are interested in applying please contact Physiotherapist & TRE Certification Trainer Richmond Heath via training@treaustralia.com to express your interest.