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Foundation Certificate in Transactional Analysis

Foundation Certificate in Transactional Analysis (TA)

We are now accepting applications for our Foundation Year starting in September 2024.

  • Would you like to train as a Psychotherapist or Counsellor?
  • Are you interested in personal growth and in understanding how people and relational dynamics can change?
  • Would you like to learn new models of communication that can improve your understanding of yourself and others, in all areas of your life?
  • Are you interested in taking Transactional Analysis to the next level after the TA101?

Explore what this fascinating course offers and how to apply.

 

Directors of Training Fiona Cook, PTSTA and Fiona Firman PTSTA introduce the Foundation Certificate in Transactional Analysis

The Foundation Certificate in Transactional Analysis could be the opportunity you’ve been looking for!

At Physis Scotland, we offer introductory training in TA theory continuing the style of the TA101 workshop, providing interactive and dynamic training to enable you to apply the core concepts of TA theory to yourself and your environment.

You may discover more options for relating with others, ways of resolving conflict and possibilities for change in your own life experience. The focus is on applying the core theory to your own process and your interactions with the trainer and the training group, enabling you to develop your understanding of yourself and others.

The Foundation Certificate is a 1 year Post Graduate level course that can exist as a standalone training experience:

  • simply for personal development, or
  • to enhance existing knowledge and training as a psychotherapist or counsellor or
  • to facilitate your work in an organisation that requires interaction with others

Please note, that if you have trained in any other types of Counselling, Psychotherapy or Psychology, you are still required to undertake the Foundation Year, as our training focuses on Transactional Analysis theory.  The Foundation Certificate is also a requirement for further training in TA with Physis Scotland and other TA training institutes.

 

Aggie Carruthers shares a glimpse into her TA journey

 

“I feel the tutors have placed importance on and succeeded in creating group coherence and harmony. I especially enjoyed observing and experiencing the tutors teaching relationship which greatly enhanced the teaching weekends. The tutors have complemented each other with their diverse skills and gifts and my learning has definitely deepened and is richer and more meaningful because of their dual input”. Foundation Year student, Claire,  March 2023

Components of the Foundation Certificate in Transactional Analysis

Note: TA101 is a prerequisite for enrolling in the Foundation Year

Weekend Content

  • Philosophy of TA, Life Positions, Ego-States (Structural Model), Counselling Skills
  • Ego-States (Functional Model), Transactions and Strokes
  • Life Script and Script Analysis
  • Passivity, Discounting, Symbiosis and Frame of Reference
  • Racket Analysis and Authentic Emotions
  • Hungers, Time Structuring and Game Analysis
  • Contracting
  • Endings in Counselling, Ethics, Presentations and Peer Assessment

Each Foundation Year training weekend will invite reflection on systemic, political, social, environmental, ecological, cultural and intersectional contexts (as relevant).

Assessment

  •  One 3000 word essay
  •  One 2500 word presentation supporting essay
  •  A 10-15 minute presentation (including supporting documentation)
  •  Evidence of reflective learning journal
  •  Minimum of 85% attendance
  •  Observed skills practice
  •  Ongoing participation in group discussion and process

Personal Therapy

A minimum of 40 hours of personal therapy per year is a requirement for those wanting to progress into advanced clinical training. Whilst personal therapy is not a requirement in Foundation Year, we strongly recommend it in order to get the most from the programme.

2024/2025 Foundation Year Course Dates

  • 27th/28th/29th September 2024
  • 26th/27th October 2024
  • 23rd/24th November 2024
  • 21st/22nd December 2024
  • 25th/26th January 2025
  • 22nd/23rd February 2025
  • 22nd/23rd March 2025
  • 5th April 2025
  • 24th/25th May 2025
  • 28th/29th June 2025

Please note all training days will take place in-person.

Course Fee

The annual course fee for the Foundation Year programme for 2024/2025 is £2880 (inc. VAT).

Physis Scotland is committed to making training accessible and inclusive, therefore a 3-month payment plan or a 10-monthly payment plan is available – please do talk to us if this is of interest to you.

Full details of course costs and associated training costs (eg for therapy, student memberships etc) can be found on our fees page.

Course Tutors

Fiona Cook, PTSTA and Fiona Firman, PTSTA

Recognition

On successful completion of Foundation Year participants will be awarded a Physis Scotland Foundation Certificate and will be eligible to progress into Advanced Year 1.

How Do I Apply?

The Foundation Year information booklet and application form are available to download from the link below. Once we receive your application form we will invite you for an informal interview, which will take place online.

The informal interview is an assessment of the suitability of your personal qualities, relevant experience and development goals, as well as covering important information about the course. It will also allow us to get to know each other and for you to ask any questions about the course.

Finally, if you are successful at the interview, we will contact you personally to advise you of your place on the course, subject to satisfactory references.

Places are limited and from our experience, we recommend applying as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. The application deadline is 30th August 2024.

Any questions?

If you have any further questions about the course please contact enquiries@physisscotland.co.uk or telephone Fiona Firman or Fiona Cook, Directors of Training, on 07927 557 217.

“I am enjoying everything about the course – the safe and holding space facilitated by Fi and Fifi; the theory of TA and active encouragement to wonder and challenge; the element of reflexivity and self-discovery; high standards of teaching; and the student support network (tutors, Academic and Placement support and the Student Mentor Scheme)”. Foundation Year student, Vicki, March 2023

Beyond the Foundation Year / Certificate in Transactional Analysis

If you find that you are really “bitten by the TA bug” at the end of the year you can opt to continue your TA journey through any of the options offered by Physis Scotland – Diploma in Counselling using TA or qualification as a Certified Transactional Analyst Psychotherapist (CTA).

Further Details

 

 

Documents

Physis Scotland TA Foundation Booklet

Download the Physis Scotland booklet to find out more about the Foundation Year training including training dates
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Physis Scotland TA Foundation Application Form

Download the Physis Scotland TA Foundation Application Form
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Physis Scotland Equalities and Diversity Monitoring Form

Download the Physis Scotland Equalities and Diversity Monitoring Form
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"The learning environment is warm, comforting and homely - it feels safe and welcoming when I arrive, and it is so different to any other learning environment I have experienced". Foundation Year student, Vicki, March 2023
Foundation Year In-Person Group 2022-2023 Foundation Year In-Person Group 2022-2023

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