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Some people with a strong desire to participate in Relational Life Therapy training have financial constraints that prevent them from participating at a time when it would be most helpful to them. For this reason, partial financial assistance is available through the following Relational Life Foundation Scholarship Application: Requests for financial assistance are evaluated based on several factors, and are reviewed on a quarterly basis.
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The Relational Life Institute is dedicated to working towards a more equitable and inclusive world. We recognize that for some people, the fees for training are out of reach. Through Relational Life Foundation, we offer the following application where incoming students can apply for a 50% scholarship to enter the RLT Certification Program. There are a limited number of scholarships per quarter, and so the spots have become increasingly competitive. To accept the scholarship, you must commit to the full certification-path.
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Tracks Available:
- Two-Year Track - For Licensed Therapists, Counselors, Social Workers, Psychotherapists: $7,500 (full price)
- One-Year Track - For Life Coaches, Relationship Coaches, Other Mental Health Practitioners: $4,500 (full price)
While those applying without a scholarship can have a part of their previous course fees deducted from the full cost of the Certification, this does not apply to those granted a 50% scholarship (as RLI must cover the costs of faculty, staff etc). We apologize in advance for any inconvenience.
Scholarships are evaluated based on Financial Need, Diversity and your plans for Social Impact. Priority is given to people from minority and marginalized groups, who have dreams and goals of bringing RLT into under-resourced populations.
Eligibility:
- Must be interested in pursuing one of the certification tracks. Applicants do not need to be currently enrolled - but scholarships can also be awarded to current students.
- Demonstrate commitment to serving underserved or marginalized communities.
- Financial Need: Provide explanation of financial need and why you are applying.
- Academic Background: Provide proof of relevant academic achievements or certifications.
- Professional Goals: Clear articulation of professional goals and how the certification will help achieve them.
- Employment Status: Preference for those currently employed in or actively volunteering in mental health or related fields.
- If awarded a scholarship, it is expected that you will apply to host a Community Conversation.
Additional Criteria to Consider:
Preference given to individuals from diverse backgrounds, including people of color and LGBTQ+.
- Gender and Identity Diversity: Encouraging all applicants, particularly those who are underrepresented, such as male therapists, non-binary individuals, and other gender minorities.
- Disabilities and Neurodiversity: Encouraging applications from individuals with disabilities and/or neurodiverse backgrounds (including practitioners who specialize in these areas)Career Stage: Scholarships are open to students, associate therapists, and individuals new to the method who are early in their careers.
- Community Involvement: Applicants should have a history of community service or involvement in mental health initiatives with under-resourced audiences.
Timeline:
Scholarship Determination takes place Quarterly
Application Deadlines for consideration are: January 1st, April 1st, July 1st and October 1st.
Applicants will be notified with a determination via email by the 20th of the months January, April, July and October.
This approach ensures a balanced evaluation process that focuses on financial need, commitment to diversity, community involvement, personal identity, and professional goals, promoting fairness and inclusivity in the selection of scholarship recipients.
Applicants will be notified with a determination via email by the 20th of the months January, April, July and October.
This approach ensures a balanced evaluation process that focuses on financial need, commitment to diversity, community involvement, personal identity, and professional goals, promoting fairness and inclusivity in the selection of scholarship recipients.
Application Instructions (please read fully before proceeding)
- Determine which track you qualify for by completing this application from Relational Life Institute.
- Once you receive confirmation that you meet the requirements to join, please forward that email to [email protected] using the subject line: Certification Clearance. In that email, please also include:
- 1-2 letters or recommendation from professional or academic references.
- Relevant documentation to prove your eligibility, such as previous certifications, licenses, or proof of work in underserved communities.
- Create a video (no more than 3 minutes long) about your reason for applying for a scholarship. Tell us about your therapeutic experience and background, and the contributions you hope to make to the field and to the world by learning the Relational Life Therapy model. Please include speak about the types of people you plan to serve, and anything else you think we should know. Save your video as a URL (which you'll insert into the application in step 4).
- Then, complete the scholarship application form below.