LIVE Trainings and Certificate Program

Meet the growing need for mental health professionals well-versed in immigration evaluations while expanding your practice and increasing your income

Learn how to conduct the immigration evaluations that mental health professionals are most sought after for:

  • Hardship waivers

  • Cancellation of removal (adults and children)

  • Violence Against Women Act (VAWA)

  • U Visa and T Visa

  • Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS)

  • Asylum/Withholding of Removal/Convention Against Torture

Next Training dates:

PART 1: Friday, April 12, 2024

PART 2: Friday, May 10, 2024

9 am - 3:30 pm Pacific Time

This all-inclusive program is split into 2 parts.

You can enroll for just part 1, part 2, or both

PART 1

Evaluating Hardship for Waivers of Inadmissibility and Cancelation of Removal Proceedings

This training covers the following:

  • The role of the mental health professional in an immigration case and the basic criteria necessary to help the adjudicator make an informed decision

  • Ethical and cultural considerations involved in conducting immigration assessments

  • Evidence-based techniques for assessing the impact of a forced separation from a loved one on both adults and children ages 4-17

  • Tests and psychological measures to employ in these assessments

  • Communicating your findings in a professionally written report

  • Tips for streamlining the report-writing process

  • Strategies for marketing your services to immigration attorneys

PART 2

Assessing the Psychological Impact of Trauma on Asylum Seekers and Victims of Domestic Violence, Violent Crimes, and Human Trafficking

This training covers the following:

  • Legal background of the different forms of protection-related immigration relief for victims of torture and persecution, domestic violence, criminal activity, and human trafficking

  • Gathering thorough, relevant information while maintaining sensitivity and discretion working with foreign nationals who were victims of trauma - adults and children

  • Tests and psychological measures to employ in these assessments

  • Outlining critical sections of a written report, types of content for inclusion, and how to convey objectivity and neutrality

  • Avoiding potential pitfalls

  • Self-care tools for preventing secondary trauma and vicarious trauma

  • Tips for testifying in court and the role of the mental health professional as an expert witness

For each part of the training, your participation includes:

  • 6 hours of hands-on training from an established expert in the field

  • 6 Continuing Education units* sponsored by the San Diego Psychological Association**

  • Sample reports for all the different types of cases

  • Sample consent forms in English and Spanish

  • Helpful templates, including intake guides, client forms, and symptoms checklists

  • All presentation slides

  • Unlimited viewing of the recorded training for 90 days

Complete both PART 1 and PART 2 of our comprehensive training and get:

  • FREE monthly group consultations with Dr. Shibley, where you can have your questions answered and continue your learning journey (a $600 value!)

  • Discounted prices on advanced trainings and 1:1 consultations

  • 50% lifetime discount for a listing on the Immigration Psych Eval Directory (plus all the perks you get by having a listing)

  • Certificate of completion for display

 

*Continuing education units are only offered when you attend the training LIVE

**The San Diego Psychological Association (SDPA) is approved by the American Psychological Association (APA) to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. SDPA maintains responsibility for this program and its content.

Please note: In California, APA-approved CEs are valid for licensed psychologists, licensed school psychologists, LCSW, LMFT, LEP & LPCC licensees. Though APA is a national organization, the out-of-state licensee should check with their state governing board to make sure that APA-approved CEs are valid in their state for their license.

 

Our live trainings are limited to 12 participants, allowing for a more personal and interactive learning experience.

 

Significantly increase your income, diversify your clinical practice, and provide a much-needed service to an underserved community.

Your investment:

PART 1 or PART 2: $947

Or SAVE with our

FULL CERTIFICATE PROGRAM and get both parts and all of the perks described above: $1,897

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 BRING A FRIEND (or more!) AND EACH OF YOU GET $200 OFF!

Contact us to get a special discount code

FAQ

  • What if I cannot attend both days?

    You will have access to the recorded training AND be able to attend the next scheduled live intensive free of charge. However, you will only qualify for continuing education units when you attend live.

  • When will I get my certificate?

    Your certificate will be mailed to you upon completion.

  • Can I pay in installments?

    Absolutely. Contact us to set up a payment plan.

  • Do you offer trainings in person?

    Yes! Contact us to discuss details.