Certificates

A qualification certificate from a CranioSacral Ireland recognised CST school is required for membership. A Paeditatric Certificate is required if you wish to be reigistered as a Paediatric member.

The following CST schools are currently recognised by CranioSacral Ireland, with some already accredited and others in the process of accreditation.

• Body College
• Milne Institute
• Upledger Institute Ireland

If you have a qualification from a school outside of Ireland that is accredited by a Craniosacral Therapy association of similar standing — such as the Craniosacral Therapy Association (CSTA) — you may be eligible for membership with CranioSacral Ireland.

For all other qualification certificates please contact info@craniosacralireland.ie to enquire about eligibility for membership.

Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology certificate,  QQI Level 5 is required for membership (Previously known as ITEC level 3 or Fetac level 5) to ensure therapists have the knowledge, skill and competence to understand the structure, function and illness/disease process of the human body. For Information on QQI Level 5 click on The National Framework of Qualifications.

• If you have A & P completed, but it doesn’t state if the standard is QQI Level 5 (ITEC 3 or FETAC 5), then a letter will be required from your education provider stating that this particular course or module is equivalent to QQI Level 5.
• The only exceptions will be for those who have already completed A & P to degree level program or equivalent thereof, examples are osteopath / physio / occupational therapist / doctor / nurse, etc
• Pathology must be included in the course you choose.
• Students that have not completed their A&P training prior to commencing CST training in a CranioSacral Ireland accredited school are required to complete their Anatomy & Physiology as soon as possible once training has begun.

First Aid Certificate including CPR is required for membership.

• A 1 Day basic course which includes CPR is accepted.
• Valid for CPD hours/points

Craniosacral therapists must possess First Aid training to effectively manage potential emergencies that may arise during treatment, such as fainting, seizures, or diabetic episodes. Clients expect that therapists are equipped with the necessary skills to handle such situations.

Take into Consideration:

• There are many different courses available with different content, cost, method of delivery and different lengths of validity.
• Therapists completeing First Aid/CPR for the first time should consider doing an in-person 2/3 day course.
• If doing a refresher course, consider doing a 1 day in-person or online.
• Refresher courses may need to be completed before  current certificates’ expire.
• Therapists working with children and babies should ensure their First Aid training course covers these scenarios.
• Members are responsible to ensure their First Aid/CPR certificate is up to date and relevant to their practice needs.

All members of CranioSacral Ireland are required to hold valid Professional Liability Insurance. This protects both the therapist and client in the event of a claim related to injury, harm, malpractice, or financial loss.

We have partnered with two trusted insurance brokers who offer discounted insurance schemes exclusively to our members. You are free to choose the policy that best suits your needs and practice.

Please note: You may also choose alternative insurance providers. Our requirement is that your insurance certificate must clearly state “Craniosacral Therapy” as part of the cover.

Balens Specialist Insurance Brokers

Balens provides a comprehensive affinity scheme for CranioSacral Ireland members in the Republic of Ireland.

To apply, complete the Balens Declaration Form, which includes guidance notes and a premium guide. Visit www.balens.eu

Brian Mullins Insurance Brokers (BMIB)

BMIB offers competitive rates to CranioSacral Ireland members through a straightforward online application process.
To get your individual quotation, visit: http://policy.bmib.ie/ApplyNow

Website: https://www.bmib.ie/

A Children First Certificate is required for CranioSacral Ireland Membership in line with statutory responsibilities under the Children First Act 2015.

Children First training outlines best practice procedures for safeguarding children and young people, for Therapists working directly with children or Therapists that may indirectly receive information of concern in relation to a child.

Tusla has worked with the Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth and the HSE to develop a universal FREE e-learning programme called ‘Introduction  to Children First’. The programme has been written to support people of all backgrounds and experience in recognising concerns about children  and reporting such concerns if they arise.

The programme is based on the “Children First: National Guidance for the Protection and Welfare of Children” and the “Children First Act 2015”.

The Children First training:

• takes approximately 1.5 hours to complete, and requires the creation of an online account using an email address to log in.
• can be done in a number of sittings, allowing you to log back in and resume where you left off.
• issues a certificate to the the email address provided once the programme is complete.
• certificate is valid for 3 years.

You can do refresher training after 3 years and you will get a new certificate.

Click on the link to get started Children First e-learning programme

Email support@hseland.ie for all matters relating to Children First training including accessing accounts or certification issues.