Sage-ing Leader Certification Program
- Who the program is for... The Sage-ing Leader Certification Program provides a personally enriching, in-depth knowledge of sage-ing philosophy, tools and practices to individuals interested in teaching the sage-ing work to others. Participants develop teaching and presentation skills and learn how to put together a successful program and advice on business development and program marketing.
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What the program involves... Sage-ing Leader training is a one year program that includes:
- Initial training weekend led by two experienced faculty members.
- Year-long internship under the guidance of an experienced mentor.
- Minimum of 15 hours of experience leading sage-ing sessions within ones community.
- Final weekend of intern presentations, certification and celebration .
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What the program costs... Program cost is $2000*. It includes:
- Tuition for initial and final training weekends.
- Sage-ing Curriculum Resource Guide and additional class materials.
- Fee for Mentor assigned to guide the intern in developing sage-ing programs and facilitating skills.
- Several conference calls between and with the other interns and the faculty.
- Oversight by the Training Coordinator.
- Scholarships are available. Inquire at time of application.
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Who may apply... Individuals who have completed the following prerequisites may apply for admittance to the Sage-ing Leader Certification Program.
- Attend a Sage-ing Intensive or a Sage-ing Circle Facilitator Training Program and complete exercises in The Sage-ing Workbook.
- Read From Age-ing to Sage-ing: A Profound New Vision of Growing Older by Zalman Schachter-Shalomi and Ron Miller.
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How to apply...
- Download and complete the Sage-ing Leader Certification Program application.
- Return application along with $50 non-refundable application fee to:
- You will be contacted to set an appointment for a telephone interview.
- Acceptance into the program is with the approval of the Sage-ing Guild's Education Committee.
- Please direct questions regarding the application process to
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Benefits of certification... Certified instructors have credibility and respect in the marketplace. Certification ensures that individuals teaching the sage-ing work have demonstrated that they are qualified to do so through demonstration of knowledge of both sage-ing philosophy and the tools of sage-ing practice. Certification requires acceptance of a Code of Ethics which protects Sage-ing Leaders, those they teach, and the integrity of the work as a whole.
A listing of all presently scheduled Sage-ing Leader Certification Programs can be found on the Training Calendar.
For additional information, download the Sage-ing Leader Certification Program brochure*.
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