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Advanced Accreditation in Nature Based Therapy
Professional training for practitioners who want to integrate nature-based therapy into their work and gain international accreditation.
12-month structured program | Limited to 12 participants | Applications open twice yearly
Why Nature Based Therapy?
Nature Based Therapy is not simply a modality or a set of techniques.
It is a way of being in relationship with healing.
In a world that moves fast and often asks practitioners to fix, manage, or hold more than is sustainable, this work invites a return to rhythm, presence, and connection.
Moving with the seasons, you’ll explore Indigenous wisdom, holistic practices, creativity, and natural health in ways that nourish your own wellbeing as deeply as the people you support.
For many, this path begins with an introductory experience of the work; a moment of recognition rather than learning something new. This 12-month accreditation is where that recognition is given time, structure, and depth.
Blending reflection with lived practice, the program supports you to slow down, listen more deeply, and integrate nature not as an intervention, but as a co-therapist, shaping how you work, how you care, and how you sustain yourself over the long term.
This course is best suited to those who feel ready to move beyond exploration and into a year of commitment, integration, and accountability held within a supportive community.
Student Experience
"This wasn’t just something to study—it was something I experienced. It’s not just theory, it’s something I trust."
Over the past 12 months, this course has been a really personal journey for me. I came into the Advanced Accreditation in Nature Based Therapy feeling curious, but also not fully understanding why I felt so drawn to it. What I’ve come to realise is that my connection to nature—and the way my body responds to it—has always been there. I just didn’t know how to make sense of it. This course helped me slow down, join those dots, and actually listen to what my body has been trying to tell me for a long time.
The most meaningful part has been the personal impact. This wasn’t just something to study—it was something I experienced. That’s what’s made it so powerful. I now feel a real sense of confidence in sharing this work with others, because I’ve felt the shift in myself. It’s not just theory, it’s something I trust.
Kit’s passion really comes through in everything. The way the course is delivered feels thoughtful, clear, and easy to follow, without ever feeling overwhelming. You feel supported the whole way through.
I’m now genuinely excited to bring nature-based therapy into my workplace, and also to keep using it in my own life day to day. It feels like something I’ll carry with me long term.
If you’re thinking about doing this course, I’d say it’s not just about learning new skills—it’s about reconnecting with something that’s probably already within you, and learning how to trust it.
- Cassie, March 2025 Cohort
What You’ll Gain From This Course
Through this 12-month Advanced Accreditation in Nature Based Therapy, you’ll be supported to integrate nature-based work in a way that is grounded, ethical, and sustainable for both you and the people you support.
Over the year, you will:
Deepen Your Relationship with Nature
Cultivate an embodied, lived connection with the natural world not as a backdrop or tool, but as an active partner in the healing process.
Integrate Nature Based Therapy into Your Existing Practice
Learn how to thoughtfully and safely weave nature-based approaches into your current professional role, context, and scope of practice.
Facilitate Meaningful Therapeutic Experiences
Build confidence in guiding individual and group experiences that are relational, reflective, and responsive to both people and place.
Work Holistically with Clients
Strengthen your ability to assess needs and create personalised care plans that honour the mental, emotional, physical, spiritual, social, and environmental dimensions of wellbeing.
Lead Groups in Nature with Confidence
Develop the skills, presence, and practical considerations required to facilitate group work in natural environments.
Sustain Yourself as a Practitioner
Create rhythms of self-care, supervision, and reflection that support longevity, regulation, and integrity in your work.
Grow Professionally and Personally
Experience your own unfolding through the seasons, deepening self-awareness, creativity, and clarity about how you want to practise over the long term.
When you are supported to work in alignment, your clients and communities are supported too.
Introducing
A 12-month, seasonally guided journey into Nature Based Therapy designed for practitioners ready to deepen their work, integrate holistic and Indigenous wisdom, and walk alongside nature as a co-therapist.
For some, this step follows an introductory experience of the work. For others, it arrives through years of practice and a quiet knowing that it’s time to commit more fully to this way of working.
This program offers both structure and space supporting you to develop your skills while staying connected to your own rhythm and wellbeing.
The Advanced Accreditation opens twice each year, with intakes in March and September. Applications close in early February and early August, and places are intentionally limited to 12 participants per intake to preserve depth, safety, and connection.
The Eight Modules
This program unfolds through eight interconnected modules, guiding you through cycles of reflection, learning, and integration. Each pathway builds on the last, deepening your connection to yourself, your practice, and the natural world.
Together, they form a holistic framework designed to grow your practice while sustaining your wellbeing.
Module 1: Holistic Health
Understanding wellbeing as an interconnected system within yourself, your clients, and the natural world.
Topics include:
- Understanding holistic health
- Health as a response
- Human connection to nature
- Your personal ecosystem
Module 2: Indigenous Philosophy
Exploring Indigenous worldviews that centre connection, responsibility, and relationship.
Topics include:
- Colonisation and cultural context
- Spirituality and purpose
- Ancestral connection
- Community integration
Module 3: Nature-Based Mindfulness
Developing presence, sensory awareness, and attunement through nature-led practices.
Topics include:
- Tuning in with your senses
- Guiding nature walks
- Plant medicine & flower essences
Module 4: Journaling
Using reflection and creativity as tools for insight, integration, and expression.
Topics include:
- Journaling techniques
- Nature journaling
- Visual journals for therapy
Module 5: Nature Based Diet
Exploring nourishment, gut-brain health, and food as relationship, culture, and care.
Topics include:
- Gut health & food-mood
- Reading food labels
- Community gardening
- Creating nutrition plans
Module 6: Creative Arts
Inviting imagination, symbolism, and expression into therapeutic work through nature.
Topics include:
- Nature’s art & sand play
- Photography & reflection cards
- Vision boards & meditation scripts
Module 7: Holistic Counselling
Integrating counselling skills with nature-based approaches and ethical practice.
Topics include:
- Nature Based Therapy techniques
- Assessment & support planning
- Mental Health First Aid
- Symbols, metaphors & safe space creation
Module 8: Self-Care
Creating sustainable rhythms of care, supervision, and support for long-term practice.
Topics include:
- Personal self-care plans
- Clinical supervision
- Long-term wellbeing strategies
Each pathway offers both practical application and personal reflection, allowing learning to be lived, not just understood.
What’s Included
Beyond the eight pathways, this accreditation offers a supportive learning container to hold you through a full year of growth, reflection, and integration.
You won’t be walking this journey alone.
A Dedicated Student Portal
Your central hub for all modules, recordings, resources, and activities; accessible anytime, so you can learn at a steady, sustainable pace.
Monthly Group Calls
Live, facilitated calls each month to reflect on the current pathway, ask questions, and connect with others. All sessions are recorded if you can’t attend live.
Private Student Community
A supportive space to share reflections, connect with peers, and feel part of a learning community throughout the year.
Downloadable Resources & Readings
Curated readings, templates, and practical tools to deepen your understanding and support real-world application.
Reflective Activities & Assessments
Experiential exercises designed to help you reflect, embody, and integrate your learning in meaningful and ethical ways.
(Certification assessments apply to the Certified Practitioner Pathway only.)
Professional Recognition & Accreditation
Successful completion provides eligibility for IICT membership, practitioner insurance, and recognition across 39+ countries.
This structure is designed to balance learning with reflection, accountability with care, and professional development with personal wellbeing.
Participation Pathways
The Advanced Accreditation in Nature Based Therapy program now offers two participation pathways, allowing you to choose the experience that best suits your goals. Whether you wish to gain professional accreditation or simply deepen your learning, both pathways provide access to the full learning journey.
Certified Practitioner Pathway
Full Program with Certification
This pathway includes the full training experience and eligibility for Advanced Accreditation in Nature Based Therapy.
It is designed for practitioners who want to integrate NBT into their professional work.
Includes:
- All 8 course modules
- Monthly group mentoring calls
- Certification assessments
- Advanced Accreditation upon completion
- Eligibility for IICT membership and practitioner insurance
Most practitioners choose this pathway to gain certification and integrate Nature Based Therapy into their professional work.
Personal Development Pathway
Non-Certified Participation
This pathway allows you to experience the full course for personal development, without completing certification assessments.
Includes:
- All 8 course modules
- Monthly group calls
- Access to the learning portal and resources
- Participation in the student community
Full payment upfront
Participants may choose to upgrade to the Certified Practitioner Pathway later by paying the remaining balance and completing the certification assessments.
Not sure which pathway is right for you? You can begin with the Personal Development Pathway and upgrade later as your confidence and direction become clearer.
Student Experiences
"Your course has been a tremendous turning point for me..."
I’m so grateful for the opportunity to learn from you.
- March 2025 Student
"The course has helped me immensely in fostering a deeper presence with and connection to nature."
Thank you for your unwavering support throughout the course.
- Tiana
"The course was incredible, and I have learnt so much."
I am sad the course is over. Thank you so much for all of the support and teaching over the past year.
- Sophie
"This has been one of the most enjoyable, information-rich, well-organised and clearly delivered PD I have ever done."
Thanks to the course, I now have dozens of ideas for clients that I can incorporate into my own practice, and my own connection with nature has deepened as well.
- Steve
Meet Kit Kline
Kit Kline is a highly experienced clinical social worker, therapeutic counsellor, and trainer with over two decades of dedication to mental health, trauma recovery, and addiction support. She is the founder and director of Nature Based Therapy, a social enterprise that integrates nature as a central healing modality for individual and community well-being.
Kit is a proud descendant of the Wampanoag people, with German, Irish, and Scottish ancestry. Her work is deeply informed by her heritage and lifelong commitment to social and environmental justice. She weaves Indigenous knowledge, holistic healing, and nature-based wisdom into every aspect of her work — bringing a grounded, authentic, and culturally aware approach to both healing and professional development.
Her career has spanned community health, Aboriginal health services, residential rehabilitation, youth support, and private practice. Kit is a Certified Compassionate Inquiry Practitioner, accredited Clinical Supervisor, and educator in mental health, alcohol and other drugs (AOD), and youth work.
Which Path Is Right for You?
Both the Introduction to Nature Based Therapy and the Advanced Accreditation in Nature Based Therapy offer meaningful entry points into this work.
The difference lies in depth, duration, and readiness for commitment.
| Â | Introduction to Nature Based Therapy | Advanced Accreditation in Nature Based Therapy |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | Explore, experience, and feel into Nature Based Therapy | Deepen, integrate, and formally practise Nature Based Therapy |
| Commitment | One 4-hour live online gathering | 12-month, seasonally guided journey |
| Start Dates | Seasonal gatherings throughout the year | March and September intakes |
| Delivery | Live, online, interactive workshop | Online learning with monthly modules, live group calls, and community support |
| Focus | Introduction to core concepts, presence, and nature as co-therapist | Full NBT framework, clinical application, facilitation skills, and professional integration |
| Best For | Those curious about NBT or seeking a gentle entry point | Practitioners ready for sustained learning, practice, and accreditation |
| Application Required | No | Yes |
| Outcome | Certificate of Completion | Accredited Certification |
Applications Now Open for the September 2026 Intake
When you’re ready to take the next step, you can apply to join the Advanced Accreditation in Nature Based Therapy. After applying, you’ll receive the course brochure and application form by email, with clear information about the program and how to proceed.
Apply NowFrequently Asked Questions
Who is this course for?
Do I need to attend the Introduction to Nature Based Therapy before applying?
Do I need prior experience in nature-based work?
What is the time commitment?
Is the course fully online?
What kind of support will I receive?
Is this course accredited?
Do I need to pay when I apply?
What if I’m not sure I’m ready?
How many students are accepted each intake?
Is This Right for You?
This program is best suited to practitioners who feel ready for deeper integration, reflection, and commitment.
This may be a good fit if you...
âś” Want to integrate nature-based therapy into your professional work
âś” Feel called to work in a more relational, holistic way
âś” Are ready for a structured, year-long learning journey
âś” Value reflection, embodiment, and ongoing development
This may not be the right time if...
‼️ You’re looking for a short or introductory experience
‼️ You’re not able to commit to a longer-term program
Deepen Your Practice, Expand Your Impact
If you’re seeking a way of working that is slower, more relational, and deeply aligned with both people and place, this 12-month Advanced Accreditation offers a grounded path forward. This is not about adding more tools to an already full practice. It’s about developing a way of working that is sustainable, ethical, and deeply rooted supported by structure, community, and clinical depth over time.
Here’s everything included inside:
| Inclusion | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 8 Modules | Monthly modules with experiential learning to support personal growth and professional integration | $2,000 |
| Download Library | Curated readings, templates, and tools to deepen your learning journey. | $800 |
| Monthly Group Zoom Calls | Live 1-hour sessions (with recordings) held every 2nd Monday to discuss each module and connect with peers. | $800 |
| Private Facebook Group | Supportive space to connect, reflect, and grow with other students in the program. | $200 |
| Online Learning Portal | Access your modules, resources, and Zoom recordings anytime in one central location. | $1,200 |
| Certification Assessments (Certified Practitioner Pathway only) |
Module-based reflections and submissions to support your accreditation and feedback. | $1,500 |
| 12 Months Access | Full access to the course content and resources for 12 months from your start date. | Included |
| Professional Recognition | IICT membership eligibility, practitioner insurance, and recognition in 39+ countries. | $1,500 |
| Total Value | $8,000+ | |
Your Investment
$7,600
Certified Practitioner Pathway
Full Program with Certification
7-MONTH PLAN
7 monthly payments
Most students choose the Certified Practitioner Pathway to integrate Nature Based Therapy into their professional practice.
* A 20% concession applies to concession card holders
** A $1,000 deposit upon enrolment for Monthly Plans is required
Personal Development Pathway
NON-certified participation
FULL PAYMENT
One-time upfront
This option is available as a full payment upfront.
Participants may choose to upgrade to the Certified Practitioner Pathway later by paying the remaining balance and completing the certification assessments.
* A 20% concession applies to concession card holders
Scholarship Opportunity
Each year, one student is awarded a 50% fee reduction.
Applicants must show financial need and a commitment to bringing Nature Based Therapy into their practice or community.
đź“… One scholarship per intake (March & September).
Ready to Begin?
Application Request Form
If you feel ready to explore this next step, you’re invited to request an application.
Submitting your details below will send the full course brochure and application form to your inbox. From there, we’ll walk with you gently and transparently through the process, with space to ask questions and reflect before committing.
The Advanced Accreditation in Nature Based Therapy opens twice each year, with intakes in March and September. Applications close in early February and early August, and places are intentionally limited to 12 participants per intake to preserve depth, safety, and connection.
Requesting an application is free and does not commit you to enrolling.
IICT Membership & Professional Recognition
As a student of the Advanced Accreditation in Nature Based Therapy, you’ll be invited to join the International Institute for Complementary Therapists (IICT).
Upon acceptance into the course, you will be encouraged to become a student member of IICT, with the option to upgrade to full or executive membership upon completion.
Membership provides access to practitioners’ insurance through BMS, professional recognition, a supportive community of complementary therapists, and ongoing member benefits.
Explore how to join IICTÂ | Read the IICT Code of Ethics