Wondering if a course meets the requirements for CGCS-CA certification? Submit a copy of or link to the course title, speaker, outline and learning objectives to info@evergreencertifications.com for review.
Please note that Evergreen Certifications does not offer continuing education, all training must be purchased directly through the accredited training organization. Training is not included in the certification fee.
Application Process
Complete a qualifying training
Remit your initial application payment of 149.99 USD online
Upload the following documents to your account:
A copy of the candidate’s professional license
Evidence of completion of qualifying training, in the form of a CE or completion certificate
BONUS: Once approved you will receive a FREE PLUS subscription to therapist.com
To maintain CGCS-CA certification, a renewal is required. After your initial 1-year certification, you have the option to renew for 1, 2 or 3 years. A 1-year renewal requires 6 clock hours of grief-focused continuing education since you were last certified; a 2-year renewal requires 12 clock hours, and a 3-year renewal requires 18 hours.
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