Applications for the Teacher Certification Program are considered on a rolling basis. RIAT operates on a trimester schedule from September through June with a summer break. We typically accept students to train in the Fall and Winter Terms, but exceptions are occasionally made for the Spring Term.
RIAT applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Apply now.
Whether you are seeking to deepen your AT practice as a commitment to your own self-care and well-being, or you would also like to learn how to share the gift of AT with others as an AmSAT-Certified Teacher, the RIAT training course welcomes you!
Please contact us at admissions@sapientiainitiative.org if you have questions or are interested in learning more about admission to our full-time and part-time training.
Those interested in applying to RIAT’s Teacher Certification Program are invited to introduce themselves via phone or email to schedule a chat and/or private lesson with Nan Walsh. Following meeting RIAT’s leadership, applicants are invited to visit the training course.
If you’re considering training, see our application requirements.
Send an email to admissions@sapientiainitiative.org to get started.
Looking for a taste of teacher training, but not ready to apply? RIAT offers individualized intensives — opportunities to study alongside our teacher trainees for a day, a week or a month, based on your needs.
Application Steps
Prospective candidates should consider the following steps:
- Personal experience with the Technique
- Some evidence of enthusiasm and ability to pursue the Technique as a personal discipline
- A meeting with RIAT’s leadership. To schedule, email admissions@sapientiainitiative.org
- A visit to the training course
- Two Admissions Interview Lessons with members of RIAT’s leadership team.
- A completed admissions application