HEARTTALK PROGRAM® CERTIFICATION TRAINING

For those who feel a calling to take their training to the highest level and become Professional Animal Communicators, we are very proud to offer the HeartTalk Program® Certification Training. This is far more than a weekend workshop and the curriculum has been carefully designed over decades to provide you with the most comprehensive and unique training program in the field of Animal Communication.

The HeartTalk Program® Certification Training has a long-standing reputation of excellence. Our program is based on high standards and documented, measured results. We produce the highest quality Professional Communicators and provide the continual support you need to create a successful Animal Communication Practice.

During this intensive program, you will be provided with every tool you need to communicate with any animal and develop a realistic Client Action Plan to address issues. You will also learn how to conduct sessions, the ethics, standards and practices of the Professional Communicator, how to work with and communicate effectively to the human companion, how to create an effective Client Action Plan, how to address delicate subjects, and business development and marketing.

You will also receive the nurturing, guidance and one-on-one attention that is the trademark of The Gurney Institute. Carol will work with you and your individual needs, blocks, and talents to ensure you graduate from the program feeling confident in your abilities, knowing that your connections with the animals are genuine and accurate.

The Institute offers you a path to continue to develop your skills:  upon Certification, you may join The Institute as a Gurney Institute Consulting Associate.  You may also be invited to continue your studies and become a Gurney Institute Consulting and Teaching Associate.

If you want to make a difference in the lives of animals (and their human companions) all over the world, or just in your backyard, The Gurney Institute is ready to be your guide to becoming an authentic Professional Gurney Institute Certified Animal Communicator.

HEARTTALK PROGRAM® Certification Training Course Syllabus:

HEARTTALK PROGRAM® Certification Training Description:

This 300+ hour program is designed for animal lovers, for those working in animal related fields, for those who want to become Professional Animal Communicators, and for experienced Animal Communicators seeking continued education. This program demands each participant have impeccable communication skills with both animals and people. It also demands participants have a strong understanding of who they are, and a good sense of boundaries because this program will help bring light to areas one may need to grow in order to become an effective communicator.

All the basics of animal communication are taught, including:

1. Problem-solving skills for behavioral issues.
   

2. Locating lost animals and how to relocate with animals successfully.

3. The death and dying process, including the technical, spiritual, mental and physical aspects of the process. Participants are taught to understand the entire process; how to prepare for an animal’s death, how to support an animal during times of failing health, understanding the grieving process, how animals view death and where they go, and knowing when and/or if they may need assistance. Participants are also trained in communicating with animals in Spirit form and assisting the family during these delicate times.

4. The development of intricate skills in working with animals suffering with physical issues. Participants will learn how to gather very specific details about how the animal is feeling so this information can assist veterinarians in their diagnosis.
   
   

In addition, participants are trained to handle any situation presented with confidence and compassion, to set aside judgments and opinions, and to deal with strong emotions and conflicts, while remaining clear and grounded in order to hear the true voice of the animal. And they are taught to relate to the human part of the relationship with the same compassion as they do with the animals.

Each student will apply these skills to a total of 64 case studies they are required to conduct over the course of their training.  In addition, they will attend four (4) field trips with their class and Carol and work one-on-one with clients with tough problem-solving cases.

Throughout the Program, each participant is always tested, challenged and given specific recommendations to enhance their abilities.  Each student is regularly evaluated for their level of:

• Professionalism with their clients
• Accuracy in their telepathic abilities and communication skills with the animals
• Effective problem-solving skills not only with the animals but with their families
• Ability to effectively create a realistic Client Action Plan
• Ability to effectively handle sensitive situations with clients with great compassion

Formal, written evaluations are conducted for every case study by both Carol and the participant's clients, and a final evaluation of each student's work is conducted by an independent Board of Review. The Board of Review includes members experienced in a broad range of disciplines including academia, business, animal medicine and animal communication.

Another important aspect of the Program is our extensive focus on counseling skills. In many cases, students of Animal Communication learn how to communicate with animals but they lack the ability to effectively communicate with the human companion and handle the delicate issues that may arise such as a lost animal or the death of a beloved animal. Graduates of The Institute finish their training with the tools needed to handle any situation that may arise during a session.

Students are also taught how to make clear, informative, and compassionate presentations not only to clients but to the public so they may be effective in lecturing in the field of animal communication.  Formal evaluations of each student's presentation skills are conducted as part of the Program. Additionally, participants learn the marketing aspects of being in business as an Animal Communicator.

A large factor in the success of the program is the commitment of the participant to continue to work on themselves emotionally. The program also includes learning how to listen to the animals without projection, how to deal with strong emotions, working professionally with a client, developing a therapeutic relationship, how to deal with difficult situations, when to refer a client to another professional, and discussions on ethical topics.

Students are certified only when they have successfully met all the requirements of The Institute and are approved by the Board of Review. When they are certified, each student may step into the field of Animal Communication knowing that they are the best they can be and truly know what is expected of them as Professional Animal Communicators.

All graduates are offered the opportunity to join The Institute as Consulting Associates, have their own personalized listing on The Institute's website and receive on-going mentoring from Carol.  They also may be invited to continue training and become Gurney Institute Consulting and Teaching Associates.

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