What are free introductory courses?

TTI offers a variety of free training courses designed to introduce clinicians to key topics in trauma therapy and EMDR-related work. See options under the Course Catalog available here under the EMDR or Trauma Trainings tabs. From this Catalog, click on the "0-50" Price Range filter available to the left of the screen.

These courses provide:

• Accessible, introductory-level education
• Practical clinical insights
• A low-commitment way to explore advanced topics

Free trainings are often the first step into deeper learning with TTI.

What Free Trainings Are

Free training courses are:

• Short, focused learning experiences
• Introductory in nature (not full certification or advanced programs)
• Designed to give you real, usable clinical insight
• Delivered in a virtual format (live and/or on-demand depending on the course)

They are often connected to:

• Advanced EMDR trainings
• Trauma (non-EMDR) courses
• Practitioner programs

Continuing Education (CE Credits)

Most free introductory training courses include:

• 1 CE credit
• Approved through:
  • ASWB / ACE
  • NBCC

❗ Important Notes:

• Free trainings do NOT provide EMDRIA CEs
• CE details may vary slightly by course—always check the course page

Who These Courses Are For

Free trainings are ideal for:

• Therapists exploring new clinical areas
• Clinicians considering advanced or practitioner programs
• Professionals wanting quick, accessible CE opportunities
• Anyone curious about TTI’s training style and approach

How Free Trainings Fit Into Your Learning Path

Free courses are best understood as part of a larger progression:

Learning Pathway

1. Free Training
   • Introductory exposure
   • Foundational concepts
2. Advanced / Trauma Trainings
   • Skill-building
   • Deeper clinical application
3. Practitioner Programs
   • Integration and specialization
   • Advanced competency

Key Benefits

• ✅ No cost
• ✅ Low time commitment
• ✅ Practical, real-world insights
• ✅ Opportunity to earn CE credit
• ✅ Explore topics before investing in full programs
• ✅ Clear pathway into advanced training

Important Considerations

• Free trainings are introductory, not comprehensive
• They are not a substitute for full training programs
• CE availability and format (live vs on-demand) may vary by course
• Completion requirements must be met to receive CE credit

TTI’s free training courses provide a low-barrier entry point into trauma and EMDR education.

They allow clinicians to:

• Explore new topics
• Gain practical tools
• Earn CE credit
• Decide on next steps for deeper training

They’re a simple way to learn something useful—without a major commitment.

The Trauma Therapist Institute offers a growing library of courses, clinical conversations, and membership resources to support therapists committed to trauma recovery work. We strive to make every part of your experience, from enrollment to course completion, clear and accessible. Looking for more guidance? Our Help Center includes detailed articles on course access and completion and account management. For anything else, our support team is just an email away at hello@traumatherapistinstitute.com.