For centuries, contemporary culture has taught us to think and speak in ways that can perpetuate conflict, pain and even violence. Conversely, this course in Nonviolent Communication (NVC) combines practical skills with consciousness and vocabulary to help you get what you want peacefully.
NVC is about connecting with ourselves and others from the heart. More specifically, it's about seeing the humanity in all of us. It's about recognizing our commonalities and differences and finding ways to make life wonderful for all of us. With nonviolent communication, we learn to hear our own deeper needs and those of others. Through its emphasis on deep listening, to ourselves as well as to others, NVC helps us to discover the depth of our own compassion. Without doubt, this language reveals the awareness that all human beings are only trying to honor universal values and needs.
Nonviolent Communication (NVC) was developed by Marshall Rosenberg and emphasizes empathy, understanding, and connection. Nonetheless, it's not about avoiding conflict, but rather approaching disagreements in a way that fosters compassion and allows everyone's needs to be met.
CACCF Accreditation
Certified members of the CACCF require 40 CEU hours every two years to maintain their Certification(s).
Ashton College's Nonviolent Communication course is now listed as a pre-approved course with CACCF to satisfy the hours needed for recertification.
For more information, check out the Canadian Addiction Counsellors Certification Federation (CACCF) website.
Upon completion of this course, the successful student will have reliably demonstrated the ability to:
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Shalimar Woods specializes in Family Relations and Community Care. She studied Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner at York University and has a Master’s of Law from Carleton University. As an individual of Caribbean background, she appreciates the nuanced vibrancy that diverse community support can bring. A believer of compassionate and future-forward thinking, Shalimar chose Family Mediation as an avenue to aid families through complex life transitions and provide them with resources to prepare them for a successful future. Shalimar began her family relations and community outreach journey working with grassroots not-for-profit organizations that allowed her the privilege to provide advocacy work for vulnerable groups. Some of her passions include trauma-informed care, cultural competency, mental wellness and restorative justice. As a Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner and a member of the Family Dispute Resolution Institute of Ontario, Shalimar looks forward to continuing her work in community growth by supporting individuals through compassionate knowledge building.
The registration fee for this course is $450.
Note: Tuition fees do not include the cost of the required textbooks. The textbook fee is approximately $9.95
Ashton College does not sell textbooks directly. Students are required to purchase their textbooks through third-party vendors.
Get the Best of Both Worlds: Live and Asynchronous Learning at Ashton College
Ashton College understands that everyone learns differently, which is why we offer a unique blended learning approach for our live online courses. This approach combines the real-time interaction and immediate feedback of live sessions with the flexibility and self-paced learning of asynchronous materials.
Experience the benefits of both worlds:
Live Online Sessions:
Interact with instructors and classmates in real-time using interactive sessions, breakout rooms, and screen sharing.
Get instant feedback and ask questions for a deeper understanding.
Asynchronous Learning:
Learn at your own pace with recorded lectures, online readings, and discussion forums.
Review materials as needed and revisit difficult concepts for better comprehension.
We encourage you to participate in both components to maximize your learning experience:
Enjoy the interactivity and community of live sessions.
Benefit from the flexibility of studying at your own pace.
Technical Requirements:
Computer System: Fully functional computer with webcam, speakers, and microphone (headset recommended).
Internet Connection: Reliable high-speed internet connection.
Device: While accessible on smartphones and tablets, we recommend using a laptop or desktop computer for a better learning experience.
This course does not require approval by the Private Training Institutions Branch of the Ministry of Advanced Education, Skills & Training. As such, it was not reviewed.
