Stepping Stones – FALL 2025

100% Online Internal Family Systems (IFS) Training Course

Your IFS Journey Starts Here!

Transform your practice with our foundational Internal Family Systems (IFS) course!

Stepping Stones is a comprehensive, 4-month online IFS training program designed to introduce mental health professionals to the transformative Internal Family Systems model. In a safe and supportive environment, you’ll experience live teachings, small-group practice sessions, and expert-led consultations. Gain confidence, build community, and start applying IFS to your personal and professional life.

Ready to embark on your IFS journey? Register in the Stepping Stones course today!

📅 Fall 2025 IFS Course Cohorts

Choose the time that works best for you. Each cohort meets weekly for 16 weeks.

Course Format and Weekly Structure

The program consists of four modules, each delivered over 4 weeks:
Total duration: 48 hours (16 sessions of 3 hours each)

Click here to see the course schedule for Stepping Stones.
Click here to see the course schedule for Stepping Stones UK.

Module Breakdown

MODULES 1 & 3

• Week 1: Teaching and Demonstration – will be taught by the IFSCA senior staff
• Week 2: Practice session – With an IFSCA support staff person
• Week 3: ractice session – With an IFSCA support staff person
• Week 4: Consultation Group – will be taught by the IFSCA senior staff

MODULES 2 & 4

• Week 1: Teaching and Demonstration – will be taught by the IFSCA senior staff
• Week 2: Practice session – With an IFSCA support staff person
• Week 3: Practice session: With fellow learners + one on-call Support staff
• Week 4: Consultation Group – will be taught by the IFSCA senior staff
  

Course Themes

• Mod 1 – Parts and Self – “Just Ask”
• Mod 2 – Protectors – “What’s the Worry”
• Mod 3 – Exiles – “Who’s holding the pain?
• Mod 4 – Therapist parts – “Who’s here? I’m here!”

Program Materials & Learning Resources

You’ll be supported throughout the course with a range of helpful materials to enhance your learning experience:

• Preparatory and follow-up materials to guide you before and after sessions
• Access to recorded teachings for review and reinforcement
• Supplementary resources to help deepen your understanding of IFS concepts

These resources are available on our online learning platform and designed to support your progress each step of the way.

✅ Eligibility Requirements

To join this course, you must:

• Be fluent in English
• Have access to a stable internet connection, a computer or tablet, and a private environment for sessions
• Be actively engaged in (or preparing for) 1:1 client work
• Have access to individuals you can regularly practice the tools with outside of class

This course is designed for:

• Therapists, counselors, coaches, and other mental health professionals
• Pastoral counselors and spiritual care providers
• Students and recent graduates of psychotherapy or coaching programs (with current or planned client work)
• Professionals from related fields (e.g., bodyworkers, educators, support workers) with experience in relational work and the ability to practice regularly outside of class

Additional guidance:

• If you are a recent graduate or nearing graduation in a therapeutic or coaching field (e.g., social work, counseling), you are welcome to join as long as you are committed to applying the material in practice.
• If you do not have a psychotherapy background (e.g., coaches, bodyworkers, educators, support workers), we recommend having at least 6 months of 1:1 client experience prior to enrollment. This helps ensure you’re able to meaningfully engage with the material in real-world settings.

📌 Please note: This is an online course for professionals, not a personal development program. Participants should be prepared to engage with the material through a professional lens and apply it in client-facing work.

**Still unsure if this course is right for you? Reach out to us. We’re happy to discuss your background and help determine if this will be a valuable and supportive fit.

What’s Included

• Live instruction from experienced IFS professionals
• Access to all recorded sessions
• Guided practice and feedback
• Downloadable resources and supplementary materials
• Certificate of Completion (minimum 42 hours attendance required)
• Designation: “IFS Informed” upon graduation

Location

All sessions take place on Zoom. The Stepping Stones course is 100% online, accessible from anywhere in the world.
Time Zones: EST (Toronto Time) or GMT for UK Cohort
Sessions run once per week for 16 consecutive weeks.
We aim to avoid major national and religious holidays whenever possible.

Tuition and Registration

Course Fee: CAD $3,200

[Register Now and Secure Your Spot!]

• Limited to 21 participants per cohort – spots fill quickly!

Payment via PayPal. Currency conversion and foreign transaction fees may vary depending on your bank.

Important Payment Information

• Prices are in Canadian dollars
• IFSCA is not responsible for:
  – Foreign transaction fees from your credit card provider
  – Currency exchange fluctuations
  – PayPal processing or admin fees
• Refunds may differ from the original amount due to currency variations

Refund & Transfer Policy

• Full Refund (minus $175 CAD admin fee) available until August 2, 2025
• After this date, students receive course access via Teachable and no refunds are available
• Cohort Transfers accepted up to 2 weeks before the course begins

Why Choose Stepping Stones?

Small practice groups (3 students per group)
50% of the course is devoted to practice
Supportive learning environment
Access to expert-led consults and demos
User-friendly online platform for all materials

Course Completion Requirements

• Minimum 42 hours of attendance required to graduate
• Active participation and engagement throughout the course
• Access to Zoom, stable internet, and commitment to attend weekly sessions

Admission, Certification & Beyond

Upon successful completion, participants will receive a certificate and may describe themselves as “IFS Informed”. This training lays the foundation for deeper IFS learning and personal transformation.
CEUs are not available

Course Expectations and Guidelines

1) Full participation throughout the entire session

2) Key course details, including Zoom links and meeting information, will be thoughtfully organized within the course schedule available on our learning platform. Keeping the schedule accessible and referring to it regularly will be essential for a smooth course experience.

3) Students will receive instructional video and relevant materials during the course. It is crucial that students thoroughly read and engage with all provided information