| Program | Practicum Option | Includes Practicum? | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Program, 11 Weeks | Alternative Practicum (Included) | Yes | $3,995 |
| Service Center Practicum (Add-on) | Yes | +$1,750 | |
| Accelerated Program, 6 Weeks* | Alternative Practicum (Included) | Yes | $3,995 |
| Service Center Practicum (Add-on) | Yes | +$1,750 | |
| Distance Learning Program, 10 Weeks* | Practicum Scheduled Later Cohort for Travel | No | $2,995 |
| Service Center Practicum (Add-on) | Yes | +$2,750 | |
| Alternative Practicum (Add-on) | Yes | +$1,000 |
How to Enter Our Facilitator Training Program (AAA Learning Institute)
- Request the Application Paperwork: Fill out a quick form and we’ll send you everything you need to apply. CLICK HERE
- Schedule an Interview: We’ll have a casual conversation to get to know you and answer your questions. CLICK HERE
- Submit Proof of Eligibility: You must be 21+ and have a high school diploma, GED, or higher. EMAIL HERE or TEXT: 541-525-0103
- Pay Your Tuition: Choose a payment plan that works for you and secure your spot in the next cohort.
How the AAA Training Program Works
- Self-Paced Online Classes: Learn at your own pace through our online learning platform.
- Live Support Sessions: Join Monday, Wednesday, Friday 6–8 p.m. via Google Meet. Recordings available if missed.
- In-Person Practicum: Complete 40 hours of hands-on training at a licensed service center.
- Graduate & Get Certified: Receive your Certificate of Completion and apply for your state license.
How to Get Licensed as a Facilitator in Oregon
- Complete a HECC-Licensed Facilitator Training Program: Includes classroom learning and practicum hours.
- Apply to the Oregon Health Authority (OHA): Submit your facilitator and worker permit applications.
- Submit Your Certificate of Completion: Proof of graduation from a HECC-approved program is required.
- Provide Fingerprints for a Background Check: This is mandatory for all applicants.
- Submit a Social Equity Plan: Explain how you will support equitable access in your work.
- Pay State Application & Licensing Fees: These are submitted directly to the OHA.
Service Center Practicum
The practicum is a four-day immersive experience designed to build skill, confidence, and empathy.
- Days 1 & 3: Rotate through roles—facilitator, participant, and observer—with instructor support.
- Days 2 & 4: Integration-focused—reflect, share, and learn from the experience.
You’ll gain real-world practice and deepen your understanding of safe, ethical facilitation.
Each room in the service center is inspired by an element and includes:
- Comfortable journey day beds
- Pillows, comforters, and weighted blankets
- Noise-canceling headphones
- Eye masks for sensory support
Alternative Practicum
Held at the school in Eugene, this practicum does not use plant medicine. Students learn facilitation skills through meditation, breathwork, and role-play. They explore different ways to reach conscious awareness, grow personally, and practice in a safe, creative environment that builds empathy and self-awareness.
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