ICCD: The International Center for Clubhouse Development

Training Programs

ICCD Clubhouse Training

In 2009, over 125 Clubhouses took part in training opportunities offered by ICCD’s global network of training bases. Training feedback continues to be very positive and provides valuable insights into meeting the various needs of ICCD Clubhouses.

Comprehensive Clubhouse Training
ICCD’s 10 training bases are housed in some of the strongest Clubhouses in the world. They are located in Australia, Canada, England, Finland, South Korea, and the United States. Participants have the opportunity to experience the culture of working with people who have mental illness in a uniquely experiential program. They are fully immersed into all aspects of ICCD’s International Standards for Clubhouse Programs. An individual action plan is then developed, specifically to meet the goals of each participating Clubhouse.

Specialized Track Trainings
Specialized Track Trainings are one-week training sessions that are focused on a particular aspect of ICCD’s International Standards for Clubhouse Programs. They are currently offered by various training bases in the areas of Housing, Work-ordered Day, Transitional Employment, Leadership, Young Adult, and Supported Education.

New Clubhouse Development Training
The ICCD designed and piloted a New Clubhouse Development Training Track (NCD) in 2006 to help new working groups start Clubhouses in their communities. Over 30 groups have participated thus far in trainings held in the United States and Europe. Additional trainings are planned for 2009.

Fountain House Fellowship (for anyone who aspires to be a Clubhouse Director)
Fountain House New York announces an executive Fellowship for individuals who aspire to be clubhouse directors. As an immersion program, Fellows will integrate state of the art management techniques with the ideals and approach to practice of Fountain House. The Fellowship is open to anyone who aspires to be a clubhouse director, including applications from outside the United States. Read More.

Comprehensive Clubhouse Training

First Time Participants (New Clubhouses)

$ 6,500 USD

This three-week training experience is designed for new start-up Clubhouses or programs converting to the Clubhouse model from another service approach. Tuition includes training and lodging for the Clubhouse director, one staff person and one member. Additionally, tuition includes training and lodging for an individual with administrative oversight responsibility for the Clubhouse for the last week of the training program. The tuition fee includes a post-site visit to the Clubhouse for onsite consultation and assistance, approximately six to nine months after the training.

Two Week Intensive Training Option
* An Intensive two week training option is also available on a limited basis at several Training Bases
* Fees for two week training are the same as above. See Training Calendar for dates.
This two-week training experience is designed for new start-up Clubhouses or programs converting to the Clubhouse model from another service approach. Tuition includes training and lodging for the Clubhouse director, one staff person and one member. Additionally, tuition includes training and lodging for an individual with administrative oversight responsibility for the Clubhouse for the last week of the training program. The tuition fee includes a post-site visit to the Clubhouse for onsite consultation and assistance, approximately six to nine months after the training. The two week training is not generally recommended for new Clubhouses due to the shortened overall training experience. However, please contact the selected ICCD Training Base for further consultation.

Ongoing Training (Established Clubhouses)

$ 4,500 USD

This three-week training experience is equivalent to training for first time participants but is designed for Clubhouses where the Clubhouse director has already been to training. Tuition includes training and lodging for one member and one staff person for three weeks. Additionally, tuition includes training and lodging for an individual with administrative oversight responsibility for the last week of the training program. Post training site visits are negotiable and are scheduled six to nine months after the training experience. Clubhouses requesting a post training site visit will be responsible to pay expenses which exceed $500.00 USD.
Additional participants for the entire training period = $2,000 USD per person
Additional administrators for the last week of training = $900 USD per person

Two Week Intensive Training Option
* An Intensive two week training option is also available on a limited basis at several Training Bases
* Fees for two week training are the same as above. See Training Calendar for dates.
This two-week training experience is equivalent to training for first time participants but is designed for Clubhouses where the Clubhouse director has already been to training. Tuition includes training and lodging for one member and one staff person for two weeks. Additionally, tuition includes training and lodging for an individual with administrative oversight responsibility for the last week of the training program. Post training site visits are negotiable and are scheduled six to nine months after the training experience. Clubhouses requesting a post training site visit will be responsible to pay expenses which exceed $500.00 USD. Please contact the selected ICCD Training Base for further consultation on whether the two week intensive or three week training is best suited for your Clubhouse.
Additional participants for the entire training period = $2,000 USD per person
Additional administrators for the last week of training = $900 USD per person

* An Intensive two week training option is also available on a limited basis at several Training Bases. Fees for two week training are the same as above. See Training Calendar for dates.

One Week Specialized Track Training	$ 2,000 USD
This training is designed for established Clubhouses with specific issues or interests related to employment, education, residential, work-ordered day, young adult programming (for certified Clubhouse only) or leadership concerns at the Clubhouse. Tuition includes training and lodging for one staff person and one member during the weeklong training. Additional participants = $900USD per person

Three Day Orientation/Overview Visit

$ 1,000 USD

A three-day introduction to the Clubhouse model is provided for interested individuals not currently affiliated with an established Clubhouse. This orientation is meant to be a brief overview of the Clubhouse way of working and not a substitute for Clubhouse training. Tuition includes the overview program and lodging for two people (a mental health consumer and a staff person or other interested party) for two nights and three days.

Additional participants = $500 USD per person

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Additional Clubhouse Training

New Clubhouse Development Training

$ 1000

This training specifically targets new working groups that are seeking guidance with the initial steps in starting an ICCD Clubhouse. The training program emphasizes the development of local volunteer boards to help develop and sustain the growth of the Clubhouse. The training draws from the experience of many of the most successful ICCD Clubhouses.

The training is an intensive and interactive two day session for groups of 3-6 people. Individualized Action Plans are developed and each group is assigned an ICCD consultant to provide up to a year of ongoing mentoring and support.