Certification Training in SP

Ready to Continue Your SP Journey?

Are you ready to deepen your skills, embody the principles of Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, and move toward recognition as a Certified Sensorimotor Psychotherapist?

About the Training
SPI’s Certification Training provides a structured path to refine SP trauma skills, maps, and techniques while earning official Certification.

Students work closely with trainers and staff to:

Explore SP’s approach to trauma treatment and developmental/relational injury

Integrate SP foundations and maps into clinical practice
Apply techniques through guided exercises and practice sessions

Training materials include:

A Level 3 manual and study guides
Session analysis tools
Short talks by SPI’s founder and senior trainers
Client session excerpts

Throughout the training, students are encouraged to reflect on their embodiment of SP foundations and principles in clinical practice.

Program Features

Hybrid Format: Combines in-person meetings with asynchronous, self-paced modules to fit busy schedules
Peer & Group Support: Interactive and psychologically safe community throughout the training
Global SP Community: Connect with like-minded practitioners at the forefront of trauma treatment
Expert Instruction: Learn from world-renowned senior SP trainers
Unlimited Resources: Access to videos, slides, worksheets, handouts, and more

💡 Upon successful completion, students are awarded Certification in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy and may use the title Sensorimotor Psychotherapist.

Curriculum Overview
Module 1: Treatment of Trauma — Regulating Arousal with Somatic Resources
Module 2: Processing Trauma — Sensorimotor Sequencing of Hyper-arousal and Orienting and Defensive Responses, or Reinstating Active Defense
Module 3: Developmental / Relational Theme — Current Issue
Module 4: Developmental / Relational — Child State
Module 5: Integrating Trauma and Developmental Approaches
Module 6: SP in Clinical Practice

Stay Informed About Upcoming Level 3 Trainings

Want a closer look at what Level 3 is like?
Hear from Dr. Pat Ogden, senior trainers, and current students about their experience, the certification process, and how SP integrates into clinical practice:

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Continuing Education

The Certification Training consists of 117 hours of live instruction and 65 hours of self-paced learning, for a total of 182 hours. Participants can earn 97.5 CE credit hours and 182 hours toward CPD.

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Updates

📌We periodically update this page with the latest information about Level 3 trainings, tuition, and enrollment.

Last updated: November 16, 2025

Tuition, Enrollment, & Application Overview

Average Tuition
Tuition varies slightly based on format and location.

Most Level 3 trainings fall within:
$6,500 USD • £5,000 GBP • €7,000 EUR

1. Application Fee

A non-refundable application fee of $25 is required with your completed application and résumé/CV to formally apply. Paid by debit or credit card.

⚡ The payment method used for your application fee will also be used for any transactions upon acceptance.

2. Tuition, Deposits & Payment Plans

Step 1 — Choose Your Deposit Option

During your application, select your preferred deposit option:

Pay upon acceptance
Pay later (processed 30 days before the training begins)
- The $500 deposit counts toward your total tuition.

Step 2 — Choose Your Tuition Balance Option

Select how you want to pay your tuition balance:

Pay balance in full upon acceptance
Pay balance in full later (processed on the training start date)
Pay via a monthly payment plan

3. Payment Plan Details

Available in 3-month increments up to 24 months
Equal monthly payments after deposit, discounts, and financial aid are applied
Includes a one-time, non-refundable admin fee of $100
Monthly payments will run on the first day of your training

💡 If you intend to pay via check or wire transfer, please contact financialservices@sensorimotor.org upon acceptance for your invoice and wire instructions. To simplify processing, we recommend selecting "pay later" for both your deposit and tuition balance when submitting your application.
💡 Important: If applying for discounts, do not select "balance in full upon acceptance," as this will process the full tuition balance before any awards can be allocated.

Looking for financial support?
Scholarships and discounts are available to help make training more accessible.
Discover opportunities here.

Once accepted, you can review your payment schedule and billing information anytime:

Log in to the [user portal] and click Account in the upper right corner.
Scroll down and select your training invoice to view details.

*All amounts are listed in the currency of the training (USD, EUR, or GBP) and will be processed accordingly.
⚠️ In order to fill our limited trainings, we reserve the right to remove students from the roster who have not paid a deposit.

How to Apply

1. Create Your Account

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2. Submit Your Application
Go to your preferred training's details page.
Click "Apply for Training."

3. What to Expect When Applying
For Level 3 applicants, the application process includes answering a few questions and submitting a résumé/CV to help us better understand your background and interests.

You will be asked to share:

In what year did your Level 2 Training complete?
Who were your Level 2 Trainers?
Please describe the type of clients you are currently seeing.

Application Review & Billing
Applications are typically reviewed within a few days. Before applications are formally accepted, the trainer team will typically schedule a brief call or Zoom meeting to learn more about your experience, discuss the training expectations, and ensure the program is a good fit for your clinical work and professional goals. You will receive an automated email once your application has been processed.

If you don’t hear from us within two weeks, please contact: StudentServices@sensorimotor.org

💻 Training Access – SPI Learning Online (SPILO)

All course materials and asynchronous modules are housed in SPI Learning Online (SPILO)

🔐 SPILO is not linked to sensorimotor.org or the User Portal—your login credentials will be different.

✨Already have a SPILO account from a past training?
You can simply log in with your existing credentials—no need to create a new account.

To create your SPILO account:

Here’s a SPILO Tutorial on creating a new account

Go to https://spi.mrooms.net/login/index.php
Scroll down and select “Create New Account.”
Choose a username and password
Confirm your registration by clicking the link in the email sent by noreply@mrooms.net
Return to SPILO and log in

💡 Tip: Save your password in your browser and use Chrome for the best performance.

About 30 days before your training begins, you’ll receive a Welcome Letter with your course link and enrollment key. This information will allow you to access your training in SPILO.

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Staying Connected

You’ve put in months of learning, practice, and connection—and we’re so proud of the work you’ve done. Your dedication to deepening your skills makes a real difference in the lives of the people you heal.

SPIPA Membership

Keep your learning going with continued access to course materials, legacy demonstration videos by Pat Ogden, a private alumni forum, and special webcasts.

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SP Therapist Directory

If you haven’t already, list yourself so clients and colleagues can connect with you.

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Alumni Team Member

Join our Alumni Team!
Visit the Course Calendar, choose your training, and scroll down on the training page until you see
Apply to be an Alumni Team Member.

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Withdrawal & Refunds

We understand that plans can change — here’s what you need to know:
30+ days before training begins | Full tuition refund, including deposit.
1–29 days before training begins | Full tuition refund minus deposit.
The application fee is non-refundable.
📌Important Notes
To preserve the learning environment, students may not join cohorts in progress
Registration transfers are not permitted once a training has begun.
Please find our Level 3 refund policy below:

*Refunds are calculated based on the date of written notice & the last module attended.
[Full Refund Policy]

🛠️ Need Help?

For technical support or SPILO access issues:

📧 support@sensorimotor.org

📞 (303) 447-3290, option 3

Accommodations

Providing a supportive learning experience is our priority. Please let us know prior to the start of the course if you are seeking any learning accommodations by contacting StudentServices@sensorimotor.org

CONTACT

Questions? Call (800) 860-9258
Email: info@sensorimotor.org
www.sensorimotorpsychotherapy.org

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