Certification by examination Certification by examination is available for qualified students. The program is rigorous and extends over a period of three years.  Theoretical material is grounded in the experiential work of the student. Examination shall comprise of three parts: a theoretical part written in English (or translated into English); an oral examination; and a practical examination that requires the student to lead a group for a minimum of one hour and to do at least one piece of individual therapy with a client during this time, followed by a discussion of the work.   More...