Beacon Press, New York. Some people complete short courses which enhance their work with people, while others in time undertake a complete certification. Those who have completed training in this method are certified as Psychodramatists, Sociodramatists, Role-trainers or Sociometrists. The minimum 800 hours full training in accredited groups takes about four years' part-time to complete depending on the abilities and commitment of the trainee. While much of it can be undertaken in South Australia, some travel to interstate workshops is necessary.
Training is undertaken with the cooperative guidance of a suitable primary trainer.
Certification also requires significant supervision of practice, a practical assessment and writing which includes a publishable paper. They provide a full experience of the method. They are suitable for trainees at all levels and included as part of the core curriculum program. Advanced trainees will have the opportunity to direct under supervision. Specific Applications Workshops Workshops consisting of several sessions for workers in a particular area or on specific applications of the method are conducted from time to time.