T.O.T.E.M.H. LLC
Learning Center
Welcome to TOTEMH Learning Center!
Our goal is very simple but profound: to empower every service provider with the complete, accurate, and practical knowledge they need to become the most knowledgeable providers they can be.
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Think of the impact: if only 10 providers at one agency have the right information, we can only hope to reach a limited number of clients. But if ALL providers have access to this knowledge, they will be better equipped to help their clients on a much larger scale, regardless of where they work. This should be the common goal of all agencies and providers.
Yet, in my career, I have noticed a concerning pattern: a reluctance to share. When agencies or providers hoard knowledge to be the "only" one with the answers, the only people it potentially helps is the agency itself. This is a selfish approach that ultimately fails the client.
We are supposed to be helping the client.
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That’s why at TOTEMH Learning Center, we want to change this. We are moving into an era of collaboration where all providers are knowledgeable and equipped. The entire point of community-based services is to teach and support, giving individuals the tools to become independent.
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However, we often see clients spinning their wheels, making bare minimum progress on the same two goals for years. We as humans have more than two things to work on throughout our lives! It's okay - and necessary - to help clients complete their first set of goals and then move on to others. We should have a goal of graduating clients from services, which means we have successfully helped them gain the skills to tackle future issues on their own.
This sounds much better and more fulfilling than having a client in services for years.
There is no shortage of people who need help. When we truly help someone, they will tell their friends, family, and community that ________ service helped them get where they are. This brings more people forward for help.
We are opting to give everyone all of the information. This is how we change the narrative.
All individuals who complete training at TOTEMH Learning Center will have access to every resource they need to become knowledgeable, competent providers who will effectively serve and, ultimately, graduate their client base.
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"Be the change you wish to see in the world."
- Mahatma Gandhi
​​Courses:
​​​Peer Support Training​
Certified Peer Support Specialists are individuals with lived experience of recovering from mental health and/or substance use disorders who provide support to others through their own recovery process. They offer hope, encouragement, and practical guidance to individuals, families, and communities. By sharing their own journeys, these specialists help others identify and achieve their recovery goals, providing emotional support, fostering connection to a community of peers, and offering information on accessing resources.
CBRS Training
COMING SOON! Complete Crisis Training is an educational course designed for anyone - clients, providers, parents, caregivers, friends, and community members - who wants to better understand and respond to mental health crises. It offers a practical, stigma-free guide to recognizing crisis patterns, learning supportive strategies, and navigating difficult moments with confidence and compassion. By exploring real-world examples and evidence-based approaches, this training helps participants move beyond uncertainty and gain the skills needed to provide meaningful support during and after a crisis. Please Note: This is an educational training only and does not qualify as a Continuing Education Unit (CEU) for professional licensure. Our aim is to make essential crisis knowledge accessible to all, equipping everyday people to support one another with clarity and care.
Counseling & Therapy Training
COMING SOON! Complete Crisis Training is an educational course designed for anyone - clients, providers, parents, caregivers, friends, and community members - who wants to better understand and respond to mental health crises. It offers a practical, stigma-free guide to recognizing crisis patterns, learning supportive strategies, and navigating difficult moments with confidence and compassion. By exploring real-world examples and evidence-based approaches, this training helps participants move beyond uncertainty and gain the skills needed to provide meaningful support during and after a crisis. Please Note: This is an educational training only and does not qualify as a Continuing Education Unit (CEU) for professional licensure. Our aim is to make essential crisis knowledge accessible to all, equipping everyday people to support one another with clarity and care.
Documentation & Tracking Training
COMING SOON! Documentation and Tracking Training is a practical course designed for providers, clinicians, administrators, and anyone involved in client care or case management who seeks clarity in accurate record-keeping. It offers clear guidance on what’s actually required in documentation, proper verbiage and formatting, and how to fairly represent client progress, appointments, and outcomes—including reevaluation, graduation, and referrals. By focusing on realistic examples and ethical standards, this training helps professionals create meaningful, compliant, and client-centered records that support continuity of care. Please Note: This is an educational training workshop. It does not currently qualify as a Continuing Education Unit (CEU) for professional licensure. The goal is to build foundational documentation skills that enhance professional practice and ensure consistent, respectful representation of client journeys.
Reporting Training
COMING SOON! Reporting Training is a critical course designed for providers, caregivers, educators, and any professionals or community members who may encounter vulnerable populations. It provides clear, actionable guidance on identifying and responsibly reporting concerns across key areas, including Youth & Children, Representative Payee/Guardianship issues, Domestic & Familial Abuse, and Elder Abuse. Participants will learn to distinguish between alternative parenting and neglect, recognize signs of mistreatment and financial exploitation, understand who to contact and how to initiate necessary conversations, and navigate the formal processes and potential outcomes of reporting. Please Note: This is an educational training workshop. It does not currently qualify as a Continuing Education Unit (CEU) for professional licensure. The goal is to empower individuals with the knowledge and confidence to act as responsible and informed advocates, ensuring the safety and well-being of those at risk.
​​Family Support Training​
Family Support is a service where parents and caregivers of a child (0-17) with mental health challenges can connect with a Certified Family Support Partner (CFSP). A CFSP is a fellow caregiver who uses their own lived experience to provide peer-to-peer support. They offer encouragement, authentic understanding, and guidance to accurate resources, helping other families navigate the road to recovery.
Case Management Training
COMING SOON! Complete Crisis Training is an educational course designed for anyone - clients, providers, parents, caregivers, friends, and community members - who wants to better understand and respond to mental health crises. It offers a practical, stigma-free guide to recognizing crisis patterns, learning supportive strategies, and navigating difficult moments with confidence and compassion. By exploring real-world examples and evidence-based approaches, this training helps participants move beyond uncertainty and gain the skills needed to provide meaningful support during and after a crisis. Please Note: This is an educational training only and does not qualify as a Continuing Education Unit (CEU) for professional licensure. Our aim is to make essential crisis knowledge accessible to all, equipping everyday people to support one another with clarity and care.
Crisis Training
COMING SOON! Complete Crisis Training is an educational course designed for anyone - clients, providers, parents, caregivers, friends, and community members - who wants to better understand and respond to mental health crises. It offers a practical, stigma-free guide to recognizing crisis patterns, learning supportive strategies, and navigating difficult moments with confidence and compassion. By exploring real-world examples and evidence-based approaches, this training helps participants move beyond uncertainty and gain the skills needed to provide meaningful support during and after a crisis. Please Note: This is an educational training only and does not qualify as a Continuing Education Unit (CEU) for professional licensure. Our aim is to make essential crisis knowledge accessible to all, equipping everyday people to support one another with clarity and care.
Culture Competence Training
COMING SOON! Cultural Competence Training is an interactive course designed for providers, educators, caregivers, and community members who aim to build meaningful connections across diverse backgrounds. It explores the difference between tolerance and respect, challenges common assumptions and stereotypes, and examines what culture truly looks like in everyday interactions. Through engaging scenarios, guided friendly conversation, and constructive debate, participants learn to navigate cultural differences with empathy, awareness, and inclusion. Please Note: This is an educational training workshop. It does not currently qualify as a Continuing Education Unit (CEU) for professional licensure. Our goal is to foster a deeper understanding of cultural dynamics and equip participants with the tools to create more respectful, informed, and supportive environments for all.
Ethics Training
COMING SOON! Ethics Training is a foundational course designed for employees, providers, leaders, and any individual seeking to align their professional and personal conduct with core moral principles. It explores ethical responsibilities from multiple dimensions: Ethics as a Company (organizational integrity and culture), Ethics as an Employee (workplace conduct and accountability), Ethics as a Provider (client-centered care and professional boundaries), and Ethics as a Human (universal values and interpersonal respect). Through reflective discussion and practical scenarios, this training fosters a culture of integrity, trust, and mindful decision-making in all aspects of work and life. Please Note: This is an educational training workshop. It does not currently qualify as a Continuing Education Unit (CEU) for professional licensure. The aim is to cultivate ethical awareness and provide a shared framework for navigating complex situations with clarity, compassion, and consistency.
Diagnosis & Disabilities Training
COMING SOON! Diagnosis & Disabilities Training is an educational course designed for providers, caregivers, educators, and anyone supporting individuals across the diagnostic spectrum—including those living with diagnoses or disabilities themselves. It provides a clear, compassionate overview of common, moderate, and severe conditions, while addressing widespread misconceptions with factual truths. Participants will learn to recognize appropriate forms of assistance, understand the role and process of clinical support and testing, and develop a more nuanced, person-centered approach to diagnosis and disability—gaining insights that help deepen understanding, foster healthier coping strategies, and build meaningful connection, whether supporting others or navigating their own journey. Please Note: This is an educational training workshop. It does not currently qualify as a Continuing Education Unit (CEU) for professional licensure. Our goal is to promote understanding, reduce stigma, and equip all participants with the knowledge to offer informed, respectful, and effective support in both personal and professional contexts.
​​Rules & Regulations:
Peer & Family Support Regulations
CBRS Regulations
Case Management
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Counseling
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Other Courses
Regulations
IDAPA Rules:​ Certification of Peer & Family Support Specialists
Purpose: To establish minimum standards for certifying Peer Support Specialists and Family Support Partners in Idaho.
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Who They Are:
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Peer Support Specialist:
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An individual in recovery from a mental health and/or substance use disorder who uses their lived experience to assist others in recovery.
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Family Support Partner:
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A parent/caregiver with lived experience raising a child with a behavioral health disorder who supports other families.
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Key Requirements for Certification:
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Be at least 18 years old.
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Have a high school diploma or GED.
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Pass a background check through your local department of health and welfare.
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Complete 40 hours of approved training in specific competency areas.
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Document lived experience (1+ years) and self-identify as having it.
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Complete supervised work/volunteer hours (100-200 hours, plus 20 supervised).
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Adhere to a strict Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct.
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Certification Details:
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Full Certification:
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Valid for one year.
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Six-Month Certification:
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For applicants who have completed training but lack the required experience hours.
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Renewal:
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Requires 10 hours of continuing education annually, including 1 hour of ethics.
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The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare, Division of Behavioral Health, handles certification, complaints, and enforcement, which can include denial, suspension, or revocation of certification for violations.
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https://drive.google.com/file/d/16VR9zuSOdRwK9J7fXVddh3dIHOxz2CO2/view?usp=share_link
IDAPA Rules:​ Community-Based Rehabilitation (CBR) Service Providers
Purpose: To establish Medicaid standards for CBR services under Idaho's Developmental Disabilities Waivers, helping individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities build skills and engage in their communities.
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What is it:
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Community-Based Rehabilitation Services:
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A non-residential, person-centered service provided in integrated community settings to assist participants in acquiring, retaining, and improving self-help, socialization, and adaptive skills necessary to live successfully in the community.
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Key Requirements for Certification:
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Be at least 18 years old.
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Have a Bachelor's degree in a human services field (e.g., social work, psychology, special education, rehabilitation)
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Pass a background check through your local department of health and welfare.
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Complete 40 hours of approved training in specific competency areas.
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CPR & First Aid Certification.
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Certification Details:
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This certification, as of 2020, is no longer REQUIRED by Medicaid to perform and provide CBRS services.
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This certification is specifically a learning tool for those who wish to know how perform the services correctly and ethically.
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​The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare, Division of Behavioral Health, handles certification, complaints, and enforcement, which can include denial, suspension, or revocation of certification for violations.
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https://drive.google.com/file/d/16VR9zuSOdRwK9J7fXVddh3dIHOxz2CO2/view?usp=share_link
IDAPA Rules:​ Case Management Providers
Purpose: To establish Idaho Medicaid standards for providing Case Management services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). This service assists Idahoans in accessing, coordinating, and monitoring the HCBS waiver and other services they need.
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Case Management (Support Coordination):
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A service provided to Idaho Medicaid members enrolled in the Developmental Disabilities (DD) or Children's Developmental Disabilities (CDD) waivers. The Support Coordinator acts as a single point of accountability to assess needs, develop a person-centered plan (ISP), link to services, and monitor health, welfare, and safety.
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Key Requirements for Certification:
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Be at least 18 years old.
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Have a Bachelor's degree in a human services field (e.g., social work, psychology, special education, rehabilitation)
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Idaho-Specific Certification: Must obtain and maintain Idaho Case Management Certification through the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare. This requires passing a state exam.
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Pass a background check through your local department of health and welfare.
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Complete 40 hours of approved training in specific competency areas.
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CPR & First Aid Certification.
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Certification Details:
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This certification, as of 2020, is no longer REQUIRED by Medicaid to perform and provide CBRS services.
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This certification is specifically a learning tool for those who wish to know how perform the services correctly and ethically.
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​The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare, Division of Behavioral Health, handles certification, complaints, and enforcement, which can include denial, suspension, or revocation of certification for violations.
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https://drive.google.com/file/d/16VR9zuSOdRwK9J7fXVddh3dIHOxz2CO2/view?usp=share_link
IDAPA Rules:​ Professional Counselors & Marriage & Family Therapists
Purpose: To establish the minimum Idaho standards for licensing Professional Counselors (LPC, LCPC) and Marriage & Family Therapists (LMFT) to practice psychotherapy and counseling, ensuring public protection and professional competence.
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Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC & LCPC):
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A practitioner trained to provide psychotherapy and counseling to individuals, couples, families, and groups for the purpose of treating mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders, utilizing a variety of therapeutic techniques.
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Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT):
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​A practitioner trained to provide psychotherapy with a specialized focus on the dynamics and relationships within marriages, couples, and family systems.
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Key Requirements for Certification:
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Be at least 18 years old.
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Pass a background check through your local department of health and welfare.
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Must hold a Master's or Doctoral degree from a regionally accredited institution
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The degree program must be in counseling, marriage & family therapy, or a closely related field and meet specific Idaho coursework requirements (e.g., ethics, diagnosis, treatment, human development).
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LPC: Requires 1,000 hours of post-degree, supervised client contact and 2,000 hours of total supervised experience.
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LCPC (Clinical): Requires 2,000 hours of post-degree, supervised client contact and 3,000 hours of total supervised experience.
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LMFT: Requires 1,000 hours of post-degree, supervised relational (couple/family) client contact and 3,000 hours of total supervised experience.
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Idaho Supervision: Supervision must be provided by an Idaho-approved supervisor (LCPC or LMFT) at a ratio of at least 1 hour of supervision per 20 hours of client contact.
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Must pass a national examination approved by the Idaho Board.
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​LPC/LCPC: National Counselor Examination (NCE) or National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Examination (NCMHCE).
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LMFT: Examination in Marital and Family Therapy.
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All applicants must pass the Idaho Counseling Jurisprudence Examination, which tests knowledge of Idaho-specific laws and rules governing the profession.
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Training Details:​
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This certification is specifically a learning tool for those who wish to know how perform the services correctly and ethically. And assist with those studying for the tests.
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​The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare, Division of Behavioral Health, handles certification, complaints, and enforcement, which can include denial, suspension, or revocation of certification for violations.
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https://drive.google.com/file/d/16VR9zuSOdRwK9J7fXVddh3dIHOxz2CO2/view?usp=share_link
Rules & Regulations for Our Other Courses:​
Purpose: To disseminate accurate and ethical information about mental health, aiming to eliminate stigmas and misinformation for those eager to learn.
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What is it:
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Key Requirements for Training:
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Be at least 13+ years old.​
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Ensure that payment is made at least 14 days in advance of the training.
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To participate in this course, we ask that you demonstrate basic respect and kindness. This program is designed as a learning tool for our community, and any form of injustice or discrimination will not be tolerated.
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Training Details:​
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These certifications serve as valuable learning tools for those interested in these topics.
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​Please Note: This is an educational training only and does not qualify as a Continuing Education Unit (CEU) for professional licensure. Our aim is to make essential knowledge accessible to all, equipping everyday people to support one another with clarity and care.​​​
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Course Costs & Fees:​​​​​
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The training course cost is due upfront, no less than 2 weeks (14 days) prior to the course start date.
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There are no additional fees or material costs associated with this training course.
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Payment plans are not currently available.
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There are a variety of potential grants and financial resources available, depending on individual circumstances & qualifications.
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Refund Policy:
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Payments are due no later than 2 weeks (14 days) prior to the class's start date. The student/trainee is eligible to have their tuition refunded up to the day before the 1st day of class (i.e., class starts May 11th, payment can be refunded until May 10th).
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Once the training course starts, a refund is no longer an option, but the student/trainee may attend a future training course. If the student/trainee is receiving a grant from another entity, the funds will be returned to the entity providing the funds, not the student/trainee.
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If you are a TOTEMH employee, your certification is no cost to you!​​​​​
Course Info​​​​
​​If you're interested in attending any of these courses, please go to the Class Application!​​
​​If you're interested in joining our Team, please go to the Provider Application!​​
​​​​​For any questions, you can contact Misty, the creator and Lead of the Learning Center!
If you are in need of CEUs, please visit our Provider section in our Resource Directory.
It contains a detailed list of sites and places that provide CEU certified trainings!