Canadian Council of Professional Certification

Certified Solution-Focused Therapist (CSFT)
The CSFT (Therapist) designation is directed at mental health professionals, and is restricted to those who have relevant graduate degrees (e.g., MA, MEd, MSW, PhD), supervised clinical experience, and full membership in a mental health professional organization that has a code of ethics and standards of professional practice.

Certified Solution-Focused Practitioner (CSFP)
The CSFP (Practitioner) designation is intended to meet the needs of healthcare providers, teachers, and other helping professionals. The basic requirements for the CSFP vary according to the profession, but usually consist of a relevant undergraduate degree or professional designation (e.g., RN, B Ed, RT), related work experience, and full membership in a professional organization that has a code of ethics and standards of professional practice.

Certified Solution-Focused Coach (CSFC)
The CSFC (Coach) specialization is aimed at meeting the education needs of the rapidly expanding life and executive coaching professions. The basic requirements for the CSFC vary according to the profession, but usually consist of a relevant undergraduate degree, related work experience, and full membership in a coaching professional organization that has a code of ethics and standards of professional practice.

The candidates for the CSFC (coach) designation are required to complete a minimum 125 hours of professional coaching experience and 10 supervision hours with (a) CCPC approved supervisor coach(es). Those candidates with previous coaching experience may be eligible for partial exemption from the 125 hours of practice pending on the review of individual request.

The Certified Solution-Focused Coach (CSFC) requirements are currently under review to make them consistent with the standards of the major international coaching associations/bodies.
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Requirements For Certification

Training
The lecture/workshop training requirements for certification for the three specializations are similar. The application, small group practice sessions, clinical case presentations and supervision components vary according to the specialty. All candidates are required to complete a minimum of 72 hours of solution-focused training covering the assumptions, techniques, and strategies of the solution-focused model.

The candidates for the CSFC (coach) designation are required to complete a minimum 12 hours of training specifically devoted to coaching topics. Those candidates with previous coach training may be eligible for exemption from the 12 hour coach workshop.

Supervision
The final requirement for certification is the supervision / consultation component which is conducted by an "Approved Supervisor, Consultant or Associate Examiner" selected by the candidate. The standards for certification require a minimum of 10 one-hour supervision / consultation periods, or equivalent amount of time if conducted in a small group format, and can be held weekly, bi-weekly or monthly. Candidates are encouraged to contact, and "interview" several supervisors / consultants to find out about availability, cost, and supervision / consultation approach to ensure that their professional and career goals are addressed. For a list of approved courses click here.

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Keeping Your Certification in Good Standing
To keep your certification in good standing you must renew annually at your anniversary date. Certificate holders will receive notification 30 days prior to this date from the CCPC.

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How to become a S-F Trainer, Supervisor / Consultant or Associate Examiner

Approved S-F Trainers, Supervisors/Consultants and Associate Examiners

See the SF application below for submission details or contact our Chief Examiner, Dr. Ron Warner, for further information:

Dr Ronald E Warner, C.Psych, CSFT
Email: dr.ron@cogeco.ca
Tel: (613) 548 8209.