Specialized Programs Built to Target and Strengthen Clinical Skills
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Certificate programs
Self-Paced, Post Nominal Certification-Eligible
Keeping up with traditional certifications can be redundant, time-consuming, and cost-prohibitive!
Our programs are certification-eligible – no additional courses or paid renewals required. Complete your coursework here with one enrollment fee and you may elect to pursue the post-nominal certification through our certification body – Mind Works Continuing Education, LLC. We’ll cover your $99 certification fee!
- Complete on your time – No due dates!
- Retain lifetime access to courses for refresher training, even after you complete the program!
At OnlineCECredits.com, we’ve refined the way we describe our certificate programs. While the programs and credentials (e.g., ACT-PT™, EMDRPT-II™, PTSD-PT™) remain exactly the same, we’ve updated the language to emphasize that these are educational training credentials awarded by Mind Works Continuing Education, LLC — not licensure or third-party certifications. This clarification ensures participants and the public clearly understand the scope and value of the credentials you’ve earned!
Available Programs
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- Certificate in Polyvagal-Informed Somatic Trauma Treatment (NEW!)23.25 Total CE's(C-PSTP™)
- Certificate in IFS Skills for Trauma & Advanced Integrations (NEW!)23.75 Total CE's(IFS-PT™)
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Certification Option (Credential + Badge)
Your enrollment includes the full Certificate Program curriculum through Online CE Credits. As you complete each course, you’ll earn signed CE certificates, and once you finish the full program you’ll receive your Program Certificate of Completion.
If you’d like to pursue the professional certification credential (including the post-nominal designation and a digital badge), you can do so through Mind Works Continuing Education, LLC (MWCE)—our independent certification body.
No additional fee: If you complete the full OCEC curriculum for your program, you can earn certification through MWCE at no extra cost.
You can decide later—this is optional and can be started anytime.
Benefits of Our Certificate Programs
Completely automated program
Completely automated program delivery from registration to completion certificate – humans available to help you (but not required)!
Get instant CE credit
Get instant CE credit for individual courses completed along the way – recognize and recoup value before you even finish your certificate program!
Flexible Payment
Pay one enrollment fee up front, or spread your payment out to 3 or 4 monthly installments – get instant program access with your first payment!
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Online CE Credits grant this program's post-nominal certification credential?
No! The trainings and CEs (along with the program-level Certificate) are offered by Online CE Credits, but the certification credential and digital badge are issued by Mind Works Continuing Education, LLC, our independent certification body backed by a 30+ person advisory board.
Can I get new letters after my name when I complete the full certification?
Yes! Completion of all program courses gets you all the CEs through Online CE Credits and a program-level certificate. If you elect to complete all certification requirements through our independent certification body (Mind Works Continuing Education, LLC) you will receive a digital badge with a new post-nominal certification credential that you may advertise on your website, directories, CV, etc.
DISCLAIMER: No credential earned in the pursuit of continuing education guarantees competency to practice, and there is no expressed or written consent, direct or implied, given by Online CE Credits, Mind Works Continuing Education, LLC or their affiliates regarding your competency, ability, or legal right to practice. You must adhere to all licensing laws, rules, regulations, codes, and ethical guidelines of your applicable state professional licensing authority.
Can I pay in installments?
Yes! We offer installment plans for our certificate programs – most of them split into 3 or 4 monthly payments. You get immediate access to the program with your first installment!
Who/What is the administering body for your certificate programs?
Mind Works Continuing Education, LLC (MWCE). MWCE is owned by Online CE Credits (DBA for Mind Works Professional Education, Inc.) but is a separate legal entity backed by an advisory board that oversees program quality and certification standards.
What learning platform is used to facilitate the learning experience?
How long will these certificate programs usually take to complete?
Our programs on average take about 1.10x the total CE value to complete. You earn CE certificates along the way as you complete each module. No requirement to purchase “recertification”; Keep access to your course modules for your own review as needed!
Will a certificate or certification from Mind Works Continuing Education, LLC permit me to practice?
No! Only your state’s licensing board can permit you to practice as a mental health professional (social worker, LPC, LMFT, psychologist, etc.). Our cert programs provide knowledge credentials, not practice qualifiers! That said, many clinicians find that these credentials are fantastic credibility markers for their clients, potential clients, and employers.
Is there an appeals process for the certificate/certification process?
Our standards are objective and non-exclusionary; anyone who meets the program’s requirements can earn the credential. Thus, an appeals process has never been needed. However, if you experience any challenges with the learning platform or course content, you may email us at cc@onlinececredits.com.If you have questions or need help completing your certification requirements after completing coursework, you may contact our independent certification body – Mind Works Continuing Education, LLC – by clicking here.
Can I get a refund?
Yes! If you purchase a full program and desire a refund, you may do so within 24 hours of your order, no questions asked, as long as you have not completed any courses within the program.
Where can I learn more about the specific requirements for certificate/certification programs?
Mind Works Continuing Education, LLC (MWCE) is our independent certification body that grants post-nominal credentials, and as such, establishes the criteria for certifications. For specific information on standards and requirements, visit MWCE at mindworkscontinuinged.com.
Do I need to pay again or take additional courses after earning my certificate and/or post-nominal credential, to keep it "current?"
No! You do not need to take additional courses or pay more money just to stay “current.” Just like you earn your graduate degree once (and pay for it once), you likewise earn your continuing education certificate and credential once (and pay for it once).
Keep lifetime access to your content for refresher training and take advantage of included direct consultation to maintain your expertise in both theory and practice.