ARE YOU A PROFESSIONAL LOOKING TO ENHANCE YOUR SKILLS BY USING THE MOST EFFECTIVE FLEXIBLE TECHNIQUES?

NOW THERE IS AN ONLINE TRAINING COURSE THAT YOU CAN PARTICIPATE IN TO LEARN THESE TECHNIQUES …
 AT YOUR OWN PACE!  

Distance Credentialed Facilitator (DCF™) 
On-line Training Program and Credential

Facilitation is the application of accepted helping process methodologies that enable clients to effectively address their life, personal and career issues. Most facilitators are now using one or more distance modes (i.e. email, telephone, web information etc.) to work with their clients. The purpose of this online training, leading to the Distance Credential Facilitator (DCF) credential granted by The Center for Credentialing and Education, Inc (CCE) is to educate and train facilitators in distance facilitation. This encompasses the use of accepted technology-supported techniques and related resources, knowledge of ethical standards, best practices and the application of distance-delivered services. 

Why become a Distance Credentialed Facilitator (DCF)?

The use of technology in the facilitation process along with face-to-face (f2f) techniques is becoming necessary in order to provide effective quality services to clients in a variety of work settings. Some of the advantages for becoming a DCF:

• Establishes that the practitioner is adhering to and using the best professional practices and ethical standards related to distance facilitation.
• Enhances the credibility of the agency or institution and allows practitioners to provide secure and confidential services. Enables the facilitator and client to be more efficient.
• Allows for the practitioner and their organization to reach more clients who need help.
• Enables the distance practitioner to combine distance facilitation with f2f practices that will enhance the effectiveness of the helping relationship.
• Provides a basis to develop and implement effective distance service delivery programs whether in private practice or working for an organization.
• Connects agencies and practitioners with networks and resources related to distance delivery. 

Requirements for participating in the online training

Candidates may enroll in the DCF Course if they possess a Bachelor’s Degree. Successful completion of the DCF Training will be good for a period of 5 years in which time one must satisfy the described eligibility requirements if they wish to receive the DCF Credential.

Requirements to Apply Immediately for the DCF Credential upon successful completion of the online training

 In order to participate in this online training and be eligible upon satisfactory completion to apply immediately for the DCF credential, you must satisfy one or more of the following requirements:

• Be certified in good standing as a Global Career Development Facilitator (GCDF)

 Or

• Hold a  Master's degree  in a helping professional field from a regionally accredited college or university, have successfully completed a graduate level career development course, and be able to document 2,000 hours of career development or related experience. The career development course must meet current course content requirements as outlined by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP).

NOTE: International applications and related processes will be evaluated on an individual basis.

How long does it take to complete the online training?

Continuing Education Credits (CEU)