Full Training Certificate Program

Demand for immigration evaluators is high.

But not all evaluators are made equal.

Join the most qualified and skilled mental health professionals that immigration attorneys refer to when they need the best reports.

Increase income within the first 3 months

of adding this offer to your practice.

Get deep dive training and guidance on every type of immigration evaluation:

  • Hardship waivers

  • Cancellation of removal (adults and children)

  • Violence Against Women Act (VAWA)

  • U Visa and T Visa

  • Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS)

  • Asylum/Withholding of Removal/Convention Against Torture

The next Full Training Program gets started

April 1, 2025

This all-inclusive program is split into 2 parts.

You can enroll for just part 1, part 2, or both

PART 1

Evaluating Hardship for Waivers of Inadmissibility and Cancelation of Removal Proceedings

This training covers:

  • Evidence-based techniques to assess the impact of a forced separation from a loved one on both adults and children ages 4-17

  • The Do’s & Don’ts of writing an industry-leading and professional report

  • How to get more referrals from immigration attorneys

  • The role of the mental health professional in an immigration case and the basic criteria necessary to help the adjudicator make an informed decision

  • How to streamline the report-writing process

  • Ethical and cultural considerations in conducting immigration assessments

  • Tests and psychological measures to employ in these assessments

PART 2

Assessing the Psychological Impact of Trauma on Asylum Seekers and Victims of Domestic Violence, Violent Crimes, and Human Trafficking

This training covers:

  • Critical sections of a written report, types of content for inclusion, and how to convey objectivity and neutrality

  • How to get thorough, relevant information during assessments while maintaining sensitivity and discretion working with foreign nationals who were victims of trauma - adults and children

  • How to avoid potential pitfalls and common mistakes in assessments and in writing reports

  • Legal outline of the different forms of protection-related immigration relief for victims of torture and persecution, domestic violence, criminal activity, and human trafficking

  • Tips for testifying in court and the role of the mental health professional as an expert witness

  • Self-care tools for preventing secondary trauma and vicarious trauma

  • Tests and psychological measures to employ in these assessments

For each part of the training, your participation includes:

  • 6 hours of hands-on training with Dr. Mariela Shibley, clinical psychologist and expert trainer in the field

  • 6 Continuing Education units* sponsored by the San Diego Psychological Association**

  • Sample reports for all the different types of cases

  • Sample consent forms in English and Spanish

  • Helpful templates, including intake guides, client forms, and symptoms checklists

  • All presentation slides

  • Unlimited viewing of the recorded training for 90 days

Complete both PART 1 and PART 2 of our comprehensive training and get:

  • FREE monthly group consultations with Dr. Shibley, where you can have your questions answered and continue your learning journey (a $600 value!)

  • Discounted prices on advanced trainings and 1:1 consultations

  • 50% lifetime discount for a listing on the Immigration Psych Eval Directory (plus all the perks you get by having a listing)

  • Certificate of completion for display

 

*Continuing education units are only offered when you attend the training LIVE

**The San Diego Psychological Association (SDPA) is approved by the American Psychological Association (APA) to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. SDPA maintains responsibility for this program and its content.

Please note: In California, APA-approved CEs are valid for licensed psychologists, licensed school psychologists, LCSW, LMFT, LEP & LPCC licensees. Though APA is a national organization, the out-of-state licensee should check with their state governing board to make sure that APA-approved CEs are valid in their state for their license.

The next Full Training Program gets started

April 1, 2025

Our program is limited to 12 participants for a more personal and interactive learning experience.

 

Significantly increase your income, diversify your clinical practice, and provide a much-needed service to an underserved community.

Your investment:

PART 1 or PART 2: $997

Or SAVE with our

FULL CERTIFICATE PROGRAM and get both parts and all of the perks described above: $1,995

Reserve Your Spot in the Program NOW

 BRING A FRIEND (or more!) AND EACH OF YOU GET $200 OFF!

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FAQ

  • What if I cannot attend a curriculum lesson or coaching call?

    You will have access to the recorded training AND be able to attend the next scheduled coaching call. However, you will only qualify for continuing education units when you attend live.

  • When will I get my certificate?

    Your certificate will be mailed to you upon completion.

  • Can I pay in installments?

    Absolutely. Contact us to set up a payment plan.

  • Do you offer trainings in person?

    Yes! Contact us to discuss details.