POSITITVE ENERGY HOLISTIC COUNSELING & INSTITUTE
ADVANCED HOLISTIC COUNSELING CERTIIFCATION tm
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ADVANCED HOLISTIC COACHING CERTIFICATION
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
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Here’s the Legal Terms and Agreement required for your enrollment in the Advanced Holistic Counseling/Coaching Certification. This agreement protects the guidelines and standards of your learning experience. 😊
WHERE THE COURSE IS HELD
The Advanced Holistic Counseling/Coaching Certification Course (termed AHCC in this document) is hosted on an Online Learning Platform. It is a multi-media and multi-learning modality course, meaning that there are several learning components.
The Learning Modalities and Content Include:
-Online learning on the Learning Platform
-In-Person “Immersion” events (held at Positive Energy Holistic Counseling & Institute 597 Middle Rd Bayport, NY)
-Virtual live bi-weekly Trainings, held via a Virtual Platform i.e. Zoom
-Live Peer Counseling Practicums (held virtually between the students)
-Clinical Supervision For Licensed Therapists or Coaching Support for unlicensed students (held by phone, virtually, or in-person depending on what is available for the Supervisor/Coaching Support
-Direct-Client Experience, held at Positive Energy Holistic Counseling & Institute and/or virtually depending upon the client preferences and the Institute’s needs.
-Reading list and associated assignments
-The Learning Modalities, Content, and Schedule are detailed in the Course Syllabus & Curriculum
-Positive Energy Holistic Counseling & Institute reserves the right at any time to alter , change or substitute any of the material or classes when needed, as it sees fit, to benefit the students and/or program.
ADVANCED HOLISTIC COUNSELING AND ADVANCED HOLISTIC COACHING
The following students may apply to the course. All students train together, the material and the program is the same except for the specifics listed below that are dependent on the student’s licensure and the state where they hold their license.
1) NEW YORK STATE Therapists, Counselors, LMSW, LCSW, lMHC lp, LMHC, Psych NP, Psy D, and
Post-graduate students with a degree in a counseling-based education, and etc.
-can earn their Clinical C Hours,
-will receive Clinical Supervision,
-will provide individual counseling to 3-5 PECC clients, and receive a session fee (student rate)
-may be eligible for a full or part-time therapist role at PECC
-Upon Certification, will earn the titles:
Certified Advanced Holistic Counselor, Certificate In Advanced Holistic Counseling, or C.A.H.C.
2) NON-NEW YORK STATE Therapists, Counselors, Social Workers, Psychologists, Psych NP, and Post-graduate students with a degree in a counseling-based education
-will receive Coaching Support (instead of formal Clinical Supervision)
-will practice by providing individual counseling to their own clients or volunteer participants
-Upon Certification, will earn the titles:
Certified Advanced Holistic Counselor, Certificate In Advanced Holistic Counseling, or C.A.H.C.
3) HEALERS, COACHES, & PEOPLE WHO DESIRE TO BE COACHES
-will receive Coaching Support (instead of formal Clinical Supervision)
-will provide individual coaching to their own clients or volunteer participants
-Will earn the titles:
Certificate In Advanced Holistic Life Coaching, Certified Advanced Holistic Life Coach, C.A.H.L.C.
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
Advanced Holistic Counseling tm is a trademarked model. Beth Miller is the creator, owner, and Director of the AHC model, the associated AHC Certification course (Counseling Certification and Coaching Certification), of Positive Energy Holistic Counseling & Institute. All videos, audios, handouts, written materials, online materials, and any trainings and teachings are protected by this trademark. Material that is the copywritten work of someone else, i.e. an author, teacher, professor, therapist, creator, singer, songwriter, is appropriately cited in the course.
To maintain the integrity of the AHC model, protect your investment in your own Certification, and abide by legal protections, it is essential that buyers/students follow explicit permissions and limitations:
It Is PROHIBITED to
-Without written permission, copy or share the material with others, including clients, coworkers, Private Practice owners, Agency Supervisors, etc.
-Buyers may not share or give their login information to anyone else to use for any purposes.
-Without explicit written permission, it is prohibited to duplicate, make copies, transfer, or reproduce any part of this course.
-Take the names, citations, or trademarks off of any of the materials
-Teach the AHC model for free or for profit to any individuals, groups, or entities without specific written permission from Beth Miller/ Positive Energy Holistic Counseling & Institute.
-If the copyright or trademark is violated in any way, appropriate legal action will be taken to bring a legal resolution.
It is ALLOWED to
-Use the materials shared in the course for the Buyer’s practice purposes with the Buyer’s counseling or coaching clients and peers specified in the program.
-Use the materials shared in the course with the Buyer’s counseling or coaching clients as long as the original trademarks, citations, and names are entirely intact including the names: Advanced Holistic Counseling/Coaching, Beth Miller, Positive Energy Holistic Counseling & Institute. Materials can only be shared with clients and must be the originals provided with the original creators of the materials specified.
REQUIREMENTS OF THE PROGRAM & FOR CERTIFICATION
-Students taking the course must complete all of the assignments in the time frames specified to qualify for Certification.
-Students must complete any quizzes, tests, data collection for research, or presentations required to qualify for Certification
-Students must perform all of the practicum exercises including the peer counseling, direct-client work, and clinical supervision or coaching support sessions.
CODE OF CONDUCT
-Each person has the right to be treated with dignity and respect. Our program is dedicated to providing students with a program that inspires self-growth and creating an environment that fosters learning, empowerment, and transformation. In order to protect the integrity of the learning experience, we will not tolerate any behavior from staff or from students that undermines these goals.
-Students and Certified Advanced Holistic Counselors /Coaches are considered to be ambassadors for the AHC Certification and for this trademarked model. We are proud of our program, our students, and our positive interactions with each other, our clients, and out in the world.
-Students must be positive ambassadors for the AHC Certification program in order to qualify for and maintain their Certification. Some activities that would violate this positive ambassadorship role are: hateful speech or poor treatment of others based on race, sex, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, abilities, marital or parental status, national or ethnic origin, etc.; Any verbal or physical abuse, profanity, disruption of classes or workshops, derogatory or discrediting remarks about other students, staff, or the program; Public or online displays lacking decency and professionalism; Toxic or negative behavior within the program that promotes disharmony or interferes with students being able to learn and grow in a positive, supportive program; Making disparaging social media or online posts about the AHC Certification and Course/Beth Miller/Positive Energy Holistic Counseling & Institute, etc.
A student may have their Certification denied or revoked, without refund, if they engage in prohibited behaviors or activities.
-This program and it’s students are expected to represent the counseling and coaching professions, as well as the ACH Certification, with dignity, professionalism, positive boundaries, and respect. Should there be any challenges or concerns about any aspect of the program, students/buyers agree to consult directly with the Administrators and Director of the program and discuss it with them to find solutions and clarification. Our goal is always to problem solve and find win-win solutions whenever possible.
ATTENDANCE, EXPECTATIONS, & ACCOMODATIONS
-The AHC Certification Program is designed to enable students to exceed and excel. Our intention is to create a rich and fulfilling learning experience with our students. Students that are accepted into the program have been accepted into the program based on their experience, character, vision, and desire to learn and grow.
-If a student has a challenge with completing the material and assignments or keeping up with the material or assignments, they are encouraged to speak with the Director of the program immediately to discuss what their needs are. If and when possible, the Director will consider if the student can receive additional Support or Supervision at a cost to the student to assist the student; to attend future classes if they are available or scheduled; or to make other accommodations to help the student succeed.
-Students are expected to attend all of the in-person Immersion Training sessions, in-person Virtual training, peer-counseling sessions, Clinical Supervision or Coaching Support sessions, and Direct-Client sessions. However, in cases where there are circumstances that cannot be avoided:
1) Students may miss or come late (10 minutes or more) to 2 live Virtual Training Sessions and watch the -recorded video instead
2) Students who need to miss a live Immersion Weekend must speak directly to the Director.
This should be avoided at all costs as it will require alterative learning arrangements that are less-advantageous to the student
3) Peer Counseling sessions, Clinical Supervision Sessions, and Clinical Support sessions depend on mutual schedules, so please do your best not to cancel or change your schedules when possible. If a student needs to cancel one of these sessions, they will be offered an alternative by the other party which they must accommodate. Our goal is to work as a team to make the scheduling work.
4) In cases where a student has a challenge with attending scheduled learning sessions, peer counseling, coaching support, or supervision sessions, reach out to the Director to problem solve the issues.
PUBLIC & PROFESSIONAL REFERENCE, DURING THE CERTIFICATION COURSE
-We encourage students to announce or share - in their professional and personal lives - that they are students enrolled in the Advanced Holistic Counseling Certification or Advanced Holistic Coaching course at Positive Energy Holistic Counseling & Institute. Students deserve to be celebrated for their choice to grow and learn, and for investing in the transformation of their future clients!
-Students will be given an Agreement Form that they will have signed by any therapy/counseling clients, coaching clients, or volunteers that have agreed to have the AHC tools practiced with them.
PUBLIC & PROFESSIONAL REFERENCE, ONCE CERTIFIED
-Once the student has completed the Certification course and received proof of their Certification, they can use specific terms, letters, and terminology in their business practices, on their written materials, and in their work with clients.
-Once the student has completed the Certification course and been Certified, they will receive a Certificate, a pre-formatted description & icon of the Certification course to be used on their website and in their materials when they wish to refer to their Certificate, and will be able to use the following terminology:
NEW YORK STATE Therapists, Counselors, LMSW, LCSW, lMHC lp, LMHC, Psych NP, PsyD, and
Post-graduate students with a degree in a counseling-based education, and etc.
Certified Advanced Holistic Counselor, Certificate In Advanced Holistic Counseling, or C.A.H.C.
NON-NEW YORK STATE Therapists, Counselors, Social Workers, Psychologists, Psych NP, and Post-graduate students with a degree in a counseling-based education
Certified Advanced Holistic Counselor, Certificate In Advanced Holistic Counseling, or C.A.H.C.
HEALERS, COACHES, & PEOPLE WHO DESIRE TO BE COACHES
Certificate In Advanced Holistic Life Coaching, Certified Advanced Holistic Life Coach, C.A.H.L.C.
-Students/buyers who do not complete the course or assignments, and/or who do not receive their official Certification from the AHC Certification Course may not use these titles or letters in any way.
-Students or Buyers of the course are prohibited from using the trademarked name Advanced Holistic Counseling or Advanced Holistic Coaching in any way in the names of their business, as the subtitle to their business, and in any advertising or marketing of their business. The Certification course must be referred to as a Certification in /Certified Advanced Holistic Counseling or Certification in/Certified Advanced Holistic Coaching. Students or buyers are also prohibited from using the names Positive Energy, Positive Energy Holistic Counseling, Positive Energy Holistic Counseling & Institute for their businesses.
EARNING CLINICAL HOURS
For those NYS students who desire to earn their Clinical “C” Hours towards their licensure, this is an excellent opportunity and the student should notify the Director of the Program so that plans to tabulate those hours are put in place. The student is responsible for keeping clear records of their “Direct-Client” and “clinical Supervision” hours, once they begin to provide counseling to PECC clients.
EMPLOYMENT AT POSITIVE ENERGY HOLISTIC COUNSELING & INSTITUTE
Enrollment in the AHC Certification Course comes with the advantage of becoming eligible to create a full or part-time career at PECC as a Psychotherapist during or after graduation. If this is something the student is interested in, they should contact the Director to let them know. This opportunity will be discussed and explored during the Certification program. Employment is not guaranteed.
PAYMENTS
AHC has several course payment options: 1) to pay in full or 2) utilize a payment plan
(i.e. 6 monthly payments of $1333.00 or 8 monthly payments of $1,111.00).
Once the purchaser has chosen a payment type or plan, the payments will automatically charged on a monthly basis by the Learning Platform to the Buyer’s credit card until the entire purchase price has been fulfilled.
Withdrawl and Refunds
-61 or more days prior to the start of the course July 15: Full refund of tuition payments made minus $500 Deposit
-30-60 days prior to the start of the course July 15: Loss of Deposit $500, and Refund of 50% of total Tuition paid
-30 days or less before the start of the course July 15: No refunds
-After the course begins July 1: No refunds
-Failure to graduate or meet graduation requirements may entitle the participant to repeat part or all of the training at an additional cost. No refund or repeat training is available is participant is removed from the program for disciplinary reasons. Self-removal does not release obligation for tuition in full.
PROMISSORY NOTE TO PAY FOR THE COURSE
The Buyer/Student agrees and understands that, if they did not “pay in full” at the time of enrolling, that they must adhere to the payment plan they selected and the tuition must be entirely paid in full by December 31, 2023. Students who do not honor their pay-in-full or their payment plan will be paused from the program, and will be removed from the program until payment has been fully received.
FOR VALUE RECEIVED, the undersigned (herein referred to as “borrower”) promises to pay to the order of Positive Energy Holistic Counseling & Institute (PECC) 597 Middle Rd Bayport, NY 11705, or such other place as the holder may designate in writing to the undersigned, the balance sum of the total tuition in accordance to the terms and conditions set forth in this document.
Regardless of the terms, the entire principle amount must be received by PECC by December 21, 2023. All of any part of the aforesaid principle sum may be prepaid at any time regardless of the original terms without penalty.
In the events of any default by the undersigned in the payment of principal or interest when due or in the event of the suspension of actual business, insolvency, assignment for the benefit of creditors, adjudication of bankruptcy, or appointment of a receiver, of or against the undersigned, the unpaid balance of the principle sum of this promissory note shall at the option of the holder become immediately due and payable and the amount then due shall accrue interest until payment at the rate of eighteen percent per annum of the highest rate permitted by law. There will be a $25 late fee assessed for any payment not received by due date. If final payment is not received by December 31, 2023, the borrower will not be able to participate in the rest of the program and will not be Certified.
Borrower and all other persons who may become liable for the payment hereof severely waive demand, presentment, protect, notice of dishonor or nonpayment, notice of protest, and any and all lack of diligence or delays in collection which may occur, and expressly consent and agree to each and any extension or postponement of time of payment hereof from time to time at or after maturity or other indulgence, and waive all notice thereof.
In cases where collections are required, or legal suit or action is instituted to collect this note, or any portion hereof, Borrower promises to pay such additional sum, as the court may adjudge reasonable, for attorneys fees in said proceedings.
This note is made and executed under, and is in all respects governed by, the laws of the State of New York.
If admitted to the AHC Certification, I assent to, and agree to be bound by all the rules, regulations, and directions of Positive Energy Holistic Counseling & Institute insofar as they apply to me. I understand that the rules, regulations, and directions of the AHC Certification program are subject to change. I understand that all credential and other materials submitted during the application process become the property of the Institute. I understand that any action taken on this on this application by the Admissions committee is soley within its discretion and that the decision is final.
I understand that admission to the AHC Certification Course and/or successful completion of the program does not guarantee future employment .
I am physically, mentally, and emotionally prepared and competent so as to be able to complete this course.