Profectum's Certificate Training in the DIR® Model

Join Profectum’s exceptional network of multidisciplinary DIR® trained professionals, working together to make a difference in developmental care.
Profectum's Developmental, Individual Difference, Relationship-based (DIR®) model certificate courses offer in-depth training in an integrated, multidisciplinary approach to working with individuals and families that have developmental care needs.

Featuring case-based learning, mentoring and individualized instruction, and nuanced, outcomes-driven principles and techniques, Profectum's certificate programs offer unparalleled opportunities.

Achieving certification in DIR® will enhance your practice/classroom, improve your outcomes, and give you new opportunities to grow and develop as a professional.

Profectum DIR® Paraprofessional Certificate Course

Profectum's DIR Paraprofessional Certificate course provides the necessary skills and knowledge to make a meaningful impact for children and families, equipping participants with the understanding and skills to implement DIR strategies to create a supportive, nurturing environment for children’s growth and development.

Profectum DIR® Foundations Certificate Program

Formerly known as DIR Certificate Level 1

Profectum's DIR Foundations Certificate program is the most comprehensive, dynamic, and supportive pathway for licensed professionals to become DIR-certified practitioners. The program guides participants through a progressive learning experience designed to deepen understanding of the DIR model. 

Introduction to the DIR Model

May 17 & 31, 2026
1-5 pm eastern time
Michele Ricamato, MA, CCC-SLP
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June 4, 11, 18 & 25, 2026
8-10 pm eastern time
Rosemary White, OTR/L
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Foundations of DIR Theory

Starting July 15, 2026
7-9 pm eastern time
Deborah Sussman, PhD, OT/L
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Starting September 14, 2026
8-10 pm eastern time
Rosemary White, OTR/L
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Foundations of DIR Practice

Starting November 4, 2026
7-9 pm eastern time
Sherri Cawn, MA, CCC-SLP
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Starting January 20, 2027
8-10 pm eastern time
Caroline Ferguson-Walsh, MS-LP(C), CCC-SLP
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Profectum DIR® Advanced Certificate Course

Formerly known as DIR Certificate Level 2

Profectum's DIR Advanced Certificate course builds on knowledge and skills acquired in the DIR Foundations Certificate Program and encourages participants to deepen their ability to conceptualize treatment plans within the framework of the DIR model.

Profectum DIR® Leadership Certificate Course

Formerly known as DIR Trainer Certificate

Profectum’s DIR Leadership Certificate course provides participants with skills and practicum experiences needed to train other DIR® professionals within Profectum’s programs.

Profectum International DIR® Certificate Courses

DIR Certificate Level 1

DIR Certificate Level 2