This is a prerequisite for attending the Beginners Training. Please review the Basic Navigation manual a minimum of three times cover-to-cover prior to registering for your Beginners Training. You will need to have the Clasp32 program loaded on your laptop prior to beginning this prerequisite. You will not be allowed to attend any training courses without having completed this prerequisite. There are no exceptions. If you require any assistance with the Basic Navigation Manual, please contact Practitioner Support.
Beginners Training (Scholarship)
This is a six day program at the Academy to provide a working knowledge of the Clasp32 software program. With the completion of this course, each student is given the opportunity to become a Certified Biofeedback Technician (CBT), which is accredited through the Natural Therapies Certification Board (NTCB) (see Step 4 for details). The benefit of becoming a Certified Biofeedback Specialist (CBS) after obtaining a CBT is that you can be an independent practitioner as a CBS, while a CBT must remain under supervision. We highly recommend that you return back to the Intermediate and Advanced class after three months in order to take your NTCB Certified Biofeedback Specialist exam, which will be one of the requirements to upgrading to the Specialist status.
Internship (500 Hours of Supervision Required)
For candidates to receive certification as a Certified Biofeedback Specialist (CBS) with the NTCB you must complete a 500 hour internship. Internship hours need to be overseen by a Qualified Biofeedback Supervisor. Notify the NTCB by sending your documentation to: ntcb.info@gmail.com when completed. Be sure to keep all client names confidential and instead assign numbers to the client names. If you are a licensed Healthcare Professional you may be exempt. Please check with the NTCB for information on possible exemption. Your internship must be completed under the supervision of any of the following:
- Certified Instructor - Certified Supervisor - Certified Biofeedback Specialist approved by NTCB - BCIA certified professional approved by NTCB - Non-certified person approved by NTCB
You will be consulting with your supervisor anytime you have any questions or concerns. Your supervisor will be instrumental in your path of gaining experience and knowledge and to assist you with biofeedback training programs and techniques. The information you need to document for your NTCB internship records are:
- Date - A client code name, or the client number from your demographics screen (Your client's name is confidential). - A short statement of what you did (Quantum Biofeedback programs for stress reduction, pain management, or muscle re-education.) - The number of hours or minutes you trained your client and the name of your supervisor.
If you are working with a group of supervisors, you may list the name of that group. You may record minutes or hours as a decimal (75 min or 1.25 hours) or as a fraction (1 1/4 hours). Notify the NTCB when this step is complete.
NTCB Technician Application
Upon completion of the Beginners Training, each student is given the opportunity to become a Certified Biofeedback Technician (CBT), which is accredited through the Natural Therapies Certification Board (NTCB). The annual fee for the CBT certification is $65 and is made payable to the NTCB. This certification is optional. The CBT will allow you to apply for liability insurance (see Step 5 for details). If you do not apply for the CBT during the Beginners Course but instead apply at a later date, you must attach your Basic Skills certificate to the application to be submitted.
Liability Insurance
The CBT will allow you to apply for liability insurance. See http://ntcb.org for details. Please check the Biofeedback Association's website for updated insurance fees for Liability, Malpractice Insurance and other benefits at http://biofeedbackassociation.com or call (800) 710-1539 Ext.2 (USA and Canada only) for details.
Anatomy Physiology (Scholarship)
Note: This is a home study program. You will receive your Anatomy and Physiology textbook in your Practitioner Package. You should begin thisafter the completion of the Beginners Training and before taking the Intermediate Advanced Training. The textbook includes self quizzes in order to test your knowledge. These quizzes do not need to be turned in.
Anatomy Physiology Exam
To begin your anatomy and physiology exam please visit http://thequantumacademies.com/anatomy-physiology/. Select the exam version which corresponds to the book that you received in your SCIO purchase.
IQUIM - IQ101 Biofeedback Course (Scholarship)
Note: This is a home study course provided by IQUIM. You will receive the manual and DVD's for this course on the last day of your Beginners Training. You will also receive a password and username from IQUIM to access this online course. For detailed printed instructions see http://iquim.org/IQ-101-online-steps.pdf or for video instructions, see http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lcmGmxYUoBU. You should begin this course after the completion of the Beginners Course and before taking the Intermediate and Advanced Course. This home study course is a preparation for taking the NTCB Certified Biofeedback Specialist exam; our Instructors will proctor the NTCB Certified Biofeedback Specialist exam on the first morning of the Intermediate and Advanced Training. See http://iquim.org/ or call (877) 888-8970.
Coaching Program (Scholarship)
Note: This is a combination of home study, in class training and phone conferencing. You will receive your Coaching Course via e-mail from registration@thequantumacademies.com with instructions. There will be 5 homework assignments e-mailed to you that you will need to e-mail back to your Coaching Instructor (coaching@thequantumacademies.com or call (800) 240-3211) for grading. Once she receives your completed homework, she will contact you to set up phone conferencing to complete the practicum portion of your course. Coaching practicum work will also take place in your Beginners and Intermediate Advanced Trainings. The coaching examination is given online after the requirements have been met. There is a $50 (USD) exam fee.
Intermediate and Advanced Training (Scholarships)
Note: These two courses are combined in a six day program to provide an advanced knowledge of the Clasp32 software program. It is recommended that you register for the Intermediate and Advanced Course two-three months after taking the Beginners Training.
NTCB Certified Biofeedback Specialist Exam
Following your completion of the Intermediate Advanced Training, the NTCB shall send you a link to register for the Certified Biofeedback Specialist online exam. The NTCB charges a $200 examination fee which is processed online with your registration. If you are taking the Biofeedback Examination without first being certified as a Technician, the $65 annual certification fee must also be paid at the same time. See http://ntcb.org for blueprint details.
Academy Completion Online Exam
The Academy Completion exam is designed to test your knowledge and to receive your certificate of completion. You will be able to take this exam from the comfort of your home! There is no fee for taking this exam. To begin your Academy Completion exam Click Here
