ANALYTICAL PSYCHOLOGY - PSYCHOANALYTIC & PSYCHODYNAMIC SECTION
Independent Group of Analytical Psychologists IGAP
PO Box 22343 London W13 8GP
T: 020 8933 0353
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W: www.igap.co.uk
Contact Name: Clare Craig
Organisational History
The Independent Group of Analytical Psychologists (IGAP) is a professional group of Jungian analysts and a member of the International Association for Analytical Psychology. It offers a Programme of Preparation for those wishing to train as analysts. This training programme is designed to respect the individuality of candidates as they progress through its theoretical and clinical stages by assigning them personal review committees. IGAP maintains links with the international community of analytical psychologists through the involvement of analysts from different countries in both its review process and its programme of lectures and seminars.
Training Course Selection & Admission
Applicants for the Programme of Preparation must ordinarily have an academic degree, have completed a minimum of 150 hours of personal analysis with a member of the IAAP, have been in analysis for the six months prior to the application and be at least 30 years of age. Emphasis will be placed on the applicant's work and life experience.
Training Course Requirements
Personal therapy Candidates must be in personal analysis with a senior IGAP analyst throughout the period of training for a minimum of 500 hours from the commencement of candidacy. It is recommended that experience be with both a male and a female analyst.
Clinical/clients Advanced Candidates complete a minimum of 400 hours work with at least three analysands, one of whom must complete at least 200 hours of analysis and two others at least 100 hours.
Supervision Supervision will ordinarily be with senior IGAP analysts, male and female. Frequency of supervision is normally one hour to three hours of casework.
Written work Candidates have to undertake a series of examinations, both oral and written, to progress to Advanced Candidacy and before they can embark on clinical work. Advanced Candidates present written clinical and theoretical papers and a thesis in addition to completing examinations and therapeutic work.
Attendance Candidates are expected to attend IGAP seminars on a regular basis, and also to maintain regular contact with the three IGAP members appointed to oversee their progress through the training programme. Any requests for leave of absence will be considered on its individual merits.
Training Course Assessments, standards, role of training committee
The training programme is designed to respect the individuality of candidates as they progress through its theoretical and clinical stages by assigning them personal Review Committees. The relationship between student and Review Committee is crucial to the training, and regular visits to each member of the Review Committee obligatory. A member of the student's Review Committee will present the student at each stage of the training to the Group as a whole, with a recommendation or otherwise that the student progress to the next stage. Dates - on average one weekend per month Length - Minimum4 years; no upper time limit Location - The Spirituality Centre, London EC3 Number of places - Limited Cost - Prices on application Time Commitment - This depends on the individual's progress through the course
When the Review Committee is satisfied that the standards of IGAP and the IAAP have been met, it presents the candidate for election as a member of IGAP. The Group as a whole then votes on the recommendation.
Training Courses
Course Information
Programme of Preparation for becoming an Analyst Full or Part time - Part Time
Theoretical orientation
Candidates participate in courses and seminars as well as following suggested reading. A series of oral and written examinations assess their ability to integrate theory and experience.
Accreditation, graduation, membership
Once the student has completed all the requirements of the course, they have to make a thesis presentation to the group. The group will then vote on whether to accept the trainee as a full member of the group. Membership automatically entitles the new graduate to also qualify for membership of the UKCP and the IAAP.
Code of ethics/ethical principals
IGAP has its own Code of Ethics, revised in 2006. All members and trainees are required to sign a document agreeing to abide by the Code.
Is the organisation accrediting, training or both?
Both
Is the organisation running a low cost scheme?
No
Does the organisation offer clincial services?
Yes
Does the organisation have members included in the UKCP national register?
Yes
Other Relevant Information
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