Frequently Asked Questions
*we love receiving questions from alumni & community members*
What are the prerequisites for the 800-Hour Yoga Therapy Certification Program?
Our 800-Hour Yoga Therapy Program is accredited by the Accreditation Committee of the International Association of Yoga Therapists (IAYT). In alignment with IAYT's requirements, applicants will provide:
If I am not ready or interested in the 800-Hour Yoga Therapy Program, can I join yoga teacher trainings?
Absolutely! Our Yoga Teacher Trainings are Yoga Alliance-accredited and available to those not enrolled in the Yoga Therapy Certification Program. Click here for all of our trauma-informed yoga psychology teacher trainings :)
How long is the training?
The training is designed to be completed in two years, which is the minimum length of training required by the IAYT. The program guides participants through foundational learning, advanced training, and practical application with mentorship support. All coursework must be completed prior to the practicum and mentorship.
Can I enroll in individual courses and take longer than two years?
Yes! You are welcome to work at your own pace and are required to complete an application for enrollment.
Note: The tuition rate is higher for this option. [Click here to visit the tuition page for all options]
I am alumni of the Trauma-Informed Yoga Psychology School. Can I transfer credit hours from the trainings I have completed?
Yes! Alumni may transfer up to 600 hours of training completed through Canmore Counselling & the Trauma-Informed Yoga Psychology School prior to IAYT accreditation. Transfer hours do not include the foundational 200-hour YTT, which is a prerequisite. [Click here for info]
Can I transfer credit hours from other yoga teacher trainings?
No, as an IAYT-accredited program, we cannot accept transfer hours from other yoga teacher trainings. While previous training cannot be transferred, we deeply value your dedication to personal growth and community care.
What academic performance is required to complete the program?
Students are required to:
What is the policy for attendance?
Students are required to attend live classes or notify the Program Administrator if they cannot attend. Missed classes must be made up by reviewing recordings and completing required assessments to receive credit.
Are scholarships or financial aid available?
Yes, we offer a limited number of partial scholarships to eligible students. Additionally, alumni have received tuition support from various organizations, including:
What is included in the tuition fees?
Tuition includes:
How is the program delivered?
Live courses: Delivered via Zoom on a set schedule (requires registration).
Self-paced courses: Accessible anytime via Teachable and include certification mentorship with Alex.
Practicum & Mentorship: A 190-hour practicum begins after the 610 hours of coursework are completed.
What are the tuition refund policies?
What happens if I need to take a leave of absence?
Students may request a leave of absence for up to one year for health-related reasons. A written request and, if necessary, supporting documentation from a healthcare provider are required.
What happens if I withdraw from the program?
Scope of Practice: Yoga Therapy & Psychology
It is important to understand the distinct roles of yoga therapy and psychology. While both disciplines aim to support individuals' wellbeing, they operate within different frameworks and methodologies.
Yoga therapy integrates wholistic practices focusing on physical and mental wellbeing, while psychology centers on addressing mental health challenges through evidence-based interventions.
Our 800-Hour Yoga Therapy Program is accredited by the Accreditation Committee of the International Association of Yoga Therapists (IAYT). In alignment with IAYT's requirements, applicants will provide:
- A completed application form
- A current resume
- A statement about your commitment to decolonization, anti-racism, anti-oppressive practices, and social justice
- Consent to an admissions interview with the admissions committee
If I am not ready or interested in the 800-Hour Yoga Therapy Program, can I join yoga teacher trainings?
Absolutely! Our Yoga Teacher Trainings are Yoga Alliance-accredited and available to those not enrolled in the Yoga Therapy Certification Program. Click here for all of our trauma-informed yoga psychology teacher trainings :)
How long is the training?
The training is designed to be completed in two years, which is the minimum length of training required by the IAYT. The program guides participants through foundational learning, advanced training, and practical application with mentorship support. All coursework must be completed prior to the practicum and mentorship.
Can I enroll in individual courses and take longer than two years?
Yes! You are welcome to work at your own pace and are required to complete an application for enrollment.
Note: The tuition rate is higher for this option. [Click here to visit the tuition page for all options]
I am alumni of the Trauma-Informed Yoga Psychology School. Can I transfer credit hours from the trainings I have completed?
Yes! Alumni may transfer up to 600 hours of training completed through Canmore Counselling & the Trauma-Informed Yoga Psychology School prior to IAYT accreditation. Transfer hours do not include the foundational 200-hour YTT, which is a prerequisite. [Click here for info]
Can I transfer credit hours from other yoga teacher trainings?
No, as an IAYT-accredited program, we cannot accept transfer hours from other yoga teacher trainings. While previous training cannot be transferred, we deeply value your dedication to personal growth and community care.
What academic performance is required to complete the program?
Students are required to:
- Pass all courses (graded as Complete/Incomplete).
- Complete practicum requirements and demonstrate competency in assessments.
What is the policy for attendance?
Students are required to attend live classes or notify the Program Administrator if they cannot attend. Missed classes must be made up by reviewing recordings and completing required assessments to receive credit.
Are scholarships or financial aid available?
Yes, we offer a limited number of partial scholarships to eligible students. Additionally, alumni have received tuition support from various organizations, including:
- Employers;
- Professional development grants;
- First Nation Bands;
- Friendship Centres, etc.
What is included in the tuition fees?
Tuition includes:
- Course instruction
- Course materials (PDFs and workbooks)
- Certification mentorship
- Administrative costs
- Mentorship and practicum (once enrolled)
How is the program delivered?
Live courses: Delivered via Zoom on a set schedule (requires registration).
Self-paced courses: Accessible anytime via Teachable and include certification mentorship with Alex.
Practicum & Mentorship: A 190-hour practicum begins after the 610 hours of coursework are completed.
What are the tuition refund policies?
- Applicants not accepted into the program will receive a full refund.
- Once accepted, the $500 + GST deposit becomes non-refundable.
- Tuition becomes non-refundable within 60 days of the program start date.
What happens if I need to take a leave of absence?
Students may request a leave of absence for up to one year for health-related reasons. A written request and, if necessary, supporting documentation from a healthcare provider are required.
What happens if I withdraw from the program?
- Withdrawals more than 60 days before the start date allow tuition to be applied to a future session within 12 months.
- Withdrawals after the start date for medical reasons may allow tuition to be applied to a future session.
- Withdrawals for non-medical reasons after the start date may result in forfeited tuition.
Scope of Practice: Yoga Therapy & Psychology
It is important to understand the distinct roles of yoga therapy and psychology. While both disciplines aim to support individuals' wellbeing, they operate within different frameworks and methodologies.
Yoga therapy integrates wholistic practices focusing on physical and mental wellbeing, while psychology centers on addressing mental health challenges through evidence-based interventions.
We believe wholeheartedly that community, social justice, decolonization, anti-oppression, and anti-racism are inherent to trauma-informed care.
Trauma-Informed Yoga Psychology School is accredited by the Accreditation Committee of the International Association of Yoga Therapists (IAYT). For more information, see IAYT.
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Dr. Melissa Jay is an Indigenous, Nehiyaw-Métis member of the Métis Nation of Alberta. Canmore Counselling is located Châ Ûpchîchîyen Kudebi (translated from Îyârhe Nakoda as “shooting at the willows”), colonially known as Canmore. The physical location of Canmore Counselling & the Trauma-Informed Yoga Psychology is in the beautiful Rocky Mountains, which is considered Treaty 7 land and home of Métis Nation of Alberta, Region III, and the traditional territory of the Îyârhe Nakoda, including the Bearspaw, Chiniki, and Wesley First Nations, as well as the Tsuut’ina First Nation, and the Blackfoot Confederacy, including the Siksika, Piikani, and Kainai First Nations. As an act of reconciliation and commitment to decolonization, we are committed to the TRC's Calls to Action.
At Canmore Counselling, we are also privileged to be yoga students, practitioners, and guides. Our offerings centre on the root of yoga as Indigenous to South Asia, and we are grateful to learn from and amplify the South Asian practitioners and teachers whenever possible. We are grateful for the eight limbs of yoga, as taught by Patanjali. It is a joy to walk alongside our incredible alumni of the Trauma-Informed Yoga Psychology School as they create opportunities for care, connection & curiosity within their communities.
We believe wholeheartedly that community, social justice, decolonization, anti-oppression, and anti-racism are inherent to trauma-informed care. Thank you for being here.
At Canmore Counselling, we are also privileged to be yoga students, practitioners, and guides. Our offerings centre on the root of yoga as Indigenous to South Asia, and we are grateful to learn from and amplify the South Asian practitioners and teachers whenever possible. We are grateful for the eight limbs of yoga, as taught by Patanjali. It is a joy to walk alongside our incredible alumni of the Trauma-Informed Yoga Psychology School as they create opportunities for care, connection & curiosity within their communities.
We believe wholeheartedly that community, social justice, decolonization, anti-oppression, and anti-racism are inherent to trauma-informed care. Thank you for being here.