TA Training can lead to qualification as a Certified Transaction Analyst
Training in Bucharest and online.
TA training at YTCi is for professional and personal development which can lead to internationally recognised qualification as a Certified Transactional Analyst in the field of psychotherapy or in the TA field of counselling (which covers coaching / leadership / conflict resolution / team development as well as psycho-social counselling for personal development).
Using TA philosophy and practice we create a supportive atmosphere in which you can safely develop professionally and personally. Providing you with an opportunity to reflect on your professional practice and to develop your professional skills and techniques.
TA training is focused on professional and personal development. The workshops include theoretical input, discussions, supervision and self experience. You will learn TA concepts and methodology and apply the theory to your professional practice.
You will develop your skills and competence in TA analysis, using a contractual approach, to develop strategies for planning psychotherapeutic / coaching interventions effectively when working with individuals, couples and groups.
The stages of learning can be described as gaining knowledge, understanding and then applying the ideas in practice - this process is the focus of the foundation course. As you develop your practice you integrate different TA concepts into your personal style, learning to assess the effectiveness of your interventions which is the focus of the advanced professional development group and exam preparation group.
All of the training is process orientated, offering you the opportunity for personal reflection on areas which have an impact on your professional work. Read the description of the aims and methodology of TA training at YTCi - pdf file
The first steps into TA:
The 101 course in Bucharest or online is the same course and covers the all key concepts of TA in 2 intensive and enjoyable days. The 101 is the official / required entry gate for all TA training:
- 2023 - Nov 20 / 21st - online
The second steps:
TA Foundation course
- 16 modules over two years - leading to a YTCi certificate in TA concepts.
- The foundation course repeats itself every two years and therefore you can join at any of the modules. A commitment to stay in the group for two years to complete the course.
- Participants must have attended the TA 101 course prior to joining, or attend the next available 101 course at YTCi.
- The outcome of the group is to develop knowledge, understanding and skills in using TA professionally and personally.
- The concepts covered provide the foundation for all TA psychotherapy, coaching, and counselling work.
- Attendance on this course is a requirement prior to joining the Advanced TA training programme and the leadership and coaching groups run by YTCi.
Third step:
Advanced professional development - TA training group: An advanced professional development group meeting for 20 days in 8 modules with a combination of 2 day and 3 day modules.
- Developing TA knowledge, for professional application, integrating the various TA models into an approach which works well for you and developing evaluation and self supervision skills using TA in your professional and personal lives.
- Prior to joining this group it is expected that participants will have completed the foundation course or equivalent. Attendance in this group for a minimum of two years is a requirement before moving to the CTA examination preparation group.
Fourth step:
Exam preparation group -
This group is only for those who are close to taking their CTA examinations and will meet for 12 days a year in 8 modules.
- CTA exam preparation for either psychotherapy or counselling fields.
- The participant must demonstrate their readiness for preparing for the CTA examination prior to joining this group by completing:
- 75% of EATA requirements
- Passing the YTCi diploma in TA applications internal examination
TA in Leadership and Coaching - with Uta Höhl TSTA-C
- A specialist group only for those who wish to prepare their CTA in the counselling field and for those in leadership and coaching roles.
- With a minimum of completing the TA foundation course prior to joining this group.
- Those who wish to complete their CTA in the counselling field need to also complete a minimum of two years in the YTCi advanced group.
Six stages of training and development in the learning process: In this model the first three areas are seen as beginning stages, with the second three stages as being advanced. This model is based on an article by Bruce Loria 1983 TAJ, in which he quotes early educational works.
Foundation course - preparing to practice
- Knowledge of theory.
- Understanding of theory.
- Application of theoretical concepts.
Advanced professional development and preparing for qualification as a CTA
- Analysis of the component parts of the theory and application relevant for each client.
- Synthesis: the bringing together in a unique way the therapist’s own application and understanding of theoretical concepts.
- Evaluation, self-evaluation in the wider context.
What is actually required to practice as a psychotherapist in Romania?
In Romania the training can be used to register with CPR “to practice psychotherapy under supervision” and after qualification as a CTA to become an autonomous practitioner.
There is often much confusion and miss-information regarding the requirements and process for applying for certification to practice under supervision in Romania - therefore YTCi has created this pdf description of all the requirements along with a description of the relationship between the various professional bodies and a description of the process of application - along with the relevant links to follow. YTCi uses the information received from ARAT regarding requirements for recognition in Romania: Trainees are responsible for ensuring that they fulfil the current requirements by both ARAT and other professional bodies within Romania. It is also important to note that the requirements continue to be developed and so check with the Professional Practice Committee in ARAT for the latest details.
Requirements for certification in Romania and to become a CTA (pdf download)