Training with the Auckland Training Centre for Psychodrama
Purpose of Training
The Structure of the Training Process
Open Events
Supervision
Training Records
Venue
Purpose of Training
The aim of training is to bring about an integration of theory and
practice through supervised experiential learning of psychodrama,
sociodrama, sociometry, role training, and group work applied to the
trainee's chosen profession or life identity.
Entry Criteria
The entry criteria are that applicants:
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Have previous experience in psychodrama
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Preferably possess or are working towards professional qualifications
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Have the resources to commit themselves to the training and its requirements
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Identify and are willing to have regular supervision sessions with a
suitable supervisor who can guide the trainee through the stages of development
The Training Process
Training is a developmental process designed to meet requirements described in the ANZPA Inc.
Training and Standards Manual. Progress is determined by assessment of role development and
readiness to commence the next phase of training. Assessment requirements are discussed by
trainees with their supervisor and trainer at regular intervals through the training process.
The Structure of the Training Process
Foundations
The purpose of the Foundations year is to provide an introduction and overview of the entire content of the method -
psychodrama, sociodrama, sociometry, role training and group work. Throughout the programme, participants attend experiential
weekends to gain further experience in the method. At the end of the Foundations training, each trainee has a 15-minute consultation
with his or her trainer to review role development, progress and abilities. This consultation is held within the scheduled training session.
The Foundations programme commences with an opening event
followed by training sessions and experiential weekends that are continued throughout the year. All experiential weekends are included in the cost.
Experiential Weekends
These provide for trainees and others to explore their social atom and to attend to personal development.
Developing Practice
Trainees will participate in group interactions and dramas as audience, protagonist,
auxiliary and director. They work to develop greater autonomy and authority.
The ability to make oral and written reports of
systemic assessments, followed by investigative discussion, is promoted.
Open Events
Some aspects of the training programme are open to participants
not enrolled in year-long programmes. Details of these are provided on the Training Programme page.
For further information, contact the administrator.
Supervision
As trainees progress in their training, supervision is needed. Individual and
group supervision is available from ATCP Centre staff. Trainees sharing an
interest in particular applications of psychodrama are encouraged to form groups and to meet with a supervisor.
Training Records
A record of completed training is kept for all trainees. A statement of the year's
total training hours is issued to trainees at the close of the year.
Trainees can request a printed record for a fee of $10.00.
Venue
Unless otherwise stated, training is conducted at the ATCP rooms at 24 Burleigh Street,
(upstairs entrance) Grafton, Auckland. There is parking on the street outside on weekdays
and behind the building at weekends. The venue is for hire to people applying psychodrama.
Book with the Administrator.
Apply to the Administrator for brochures to enrol for events
listed.