Professional Development Opportunities

Training and Certification in Transactional Analysis
Training and certification in transactional analysis is available through a number of sources, one of which is the independent Training and Certification Council of Transactional Analysts, Inc. (T&CCTA). The T&CCTA has established international standards of excellence endorsed by practitioners worldwide. Individuals who are interested in developing expertise in the application of transactional analysis in the fields of psychotherapy, counseling, education, and/or organizational consulting may enhance their skills by engaging in transactional analysis training at various levels. In addition to individual workshops or conferences, one can become a Certified Transactional Analyst after a period of supervised study and successful completion of written and oral examinations. For those interested in teaching and/or supervising, Teaching and Supervising Transactional Analyst certification is available after further training and examination. For additional information, please contact the Training and Certification Council of Transactional Analysts, Inc., at +1 925 600 8110 or go to www.itaa-net.org .

Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
Social workers, marriage and family therapists, and licensed counselors can obtain credits (through NBCC and/or the California Board of Behavior Science Examiners) for viewing selected ITAA DVDs/videotapes and answering a short, multiple-choice exam. CEUs are available for many DVD/video presentations. Click here for more information and application.

Research
Members of the ITAA have access to a vast and varied body of theoretical and applied knowledge and to a welcoming network of professionals experienced in the qualitative and quantitative traditions of behavioral research. The ITAA is a lively international community that, since its inception, has encouraged and honored research and the generation of new ideas. Members who wish to develop their ideas and/or research will find space, nurturance, and active support.

Online Resources

The ITAA’s website is a great resource for professionals, students, and anyone interested in learning more about transactional analysis. Located on the worldwide web at www.itaa-net.org, our site hosts many exciting links including:

• Training and certification opportunities
• ITAA member websites, directory, & products
• International conferences and workshops sponsored by ITAA and other transactional analysis organizations
• TA literature index and Transactional Analysis Journal abstracts
• Call for conference proposals
• Grants and scholarship information
• ITAA products, including DVDs, videos, books and software with easy online order system
• ITAA membership information and application
• Discussion Forums, Articles, Oline books

Conferences

The international transactional analysis community hosts many dynamic conferences each year. For current information, please visit www.itaa-net.org/Events/ .

ITAA Publications

The Transactional Analysis Journal is a scholarly, refereed (blind review) quarterly journal that highlights transactional analysis theory, practice, and research as well as other topics related to the human sciences. The TAJ also offers insightful book reviews and a yearly author and subject index. Frequent theme issues are devoted to specific topics, such as groupwork, case studies, organizations, gay/lesbian issues, violence, and the schizoid process. Articles are welcomed from both ITAA members and nonmembers. The requirements for submitting manuscripts can be found on the inside front cover of any TAJ, on the ITAA website at www.itaa-net.org, or by emailing the managing editor at robinfryer@aol.com .

The Script newsletter, a membership benefit, is the primary vehicle of communication for the international transactional analysis community. Published nine times a year, it offers articles, interviews, and columns about transactional analysis and TA people as well as ITAA news and announcements. Frequent articles on the development of transactional analysis in various parts of the world and the application of transactional analysis in a wide variety of fields showcase the vitality and adaptability of TA theory and practice. The newsletter also offers advertising of conferences, workshops, and products related to our members' interests. Information on manuscript or advertising submissions can be found at www.itaa-net.org, or by emailing the managing editor at robinfryer@aol.com .

International Transactional Analysis Association

2186 Rheem Drive, #B-1, Pleasanton, CA 94588-2775, USA
Phone: +1 925 600 8110 Fax: +1 925 600 8112
Email: itaa@itaa-net.org Website: www.itaa-net.org