Rosalind Wiseman

Who should attend the Owning Up™ Training Institute?

The conference is limited to those who work directly with kids in some capacity, including: teachers, administrators, counselors, coaches, religious leaders, and community group leaders. If you’re not sure whether you qualify, just call us and ask.

I’m an elementary school teacher. Can I attend the Owning Up™ Training Institute?

Yes! While the Owning Up™ Curriculum is geared toward the middle and high school levels, some of the concepts would be appropriate to discuss with elementary school children depending on their maturity level. Elementary school teachers and counselors often attend the Owning Up™ Training Institute to gain a better understanding of the curriculum, and help them adapt the program for their schools.

I’m a parent. Can I attend the Owning Up™ Training Institute?

Generally speaking, parents should not attend the Owning Up™ Training Institute. The conference is designed to certify educators to teach and implement the curriculum in their schools or organizations. However, if you are a parent with a close working relationship with a school or youth group that will help you to establish a program, you may apply.

Can children or students attend the conference?

No, the conference is for adults only. Before implementing any wide-reaching program in your school or organization, however, we encourage you to get buy-in, feedback, and support from all members of the community, include the youths you work with.

Are transportation/hotel costs included in the price of the training?

No, transportation and lodging are not covered in the $725 training fee. Participants must arrange for their own travel and accommodations. However, we usually arrange for a discounted group rate at a partner hotel for Owning Up™ participants.

Are meals provided at the training?

Yes. Your training fee includes breakfast, lunch, snacks and refreshments on both days of the training.

Do you offer any discounts?

We offer discounts for groups of 3 or more on a graduated scale. Discounts are also available to those who have already purchased the Owning Up™ Curriculum. Call our office for further details: 202-545-0633.

Do you offer CEUs for attending the conference?

As of May 2009, Owning Up Training Institute has been approved by the National Board of Certified Counselors. Because the requirements for securing other types of CEUs vary state to state, we are unable to facilitate that process at this time. However, we will do anything we can to help you make that process easier, such as writing a letter on your behalf or submitting copies of the agenda. We hope to be able to offer a broader range of CEUs in the future.

How do I register for the training?

You can apply online by visiting the Apply Now page of our Web site.

You can also download our application form and submit it via fax or postal mail.

You must submit a $100 deposit at the time of registration to secure your spot in the training.

Visit the Registration Information page for further details.

What happens if I leave the training early?

The training runs from 9am – 5pm on BOTH days of the conference. Participants who miss more than 1 hour of the training may not become certified to teach the Owning Up™ Curriculum.

Do I need to bring anything to the training?

Just yourself and an open mind.

What is the dress code for the conference?

Dress is professional but casual. (A step down from business casual but nicer than what you’d wear around the house on the weekends.) Sneakers and flip-flops in good condition are okay. It is sometimes chilly in the conference center, so be sure to bring layers.

What’s the weather like in DC?

DC is very hot and humid in the summer, and cold in the winter; spring and fall can fluctuate. Check the weather before you come!

I attended the Owning Up™ Training Institute. Can I train other adults in my school/organization to teach the curriculum?

No, the Owning Up™ Training Institute certifies you to teach the program to STUDENTS ONLY. You may not train other adults in your organization. Additionally, the curriculum may not be reproduced or photocopied without the express, written permission of RPW, Inc.; each educator who wishes to use it must purchase his or her own copy.

Only participants who have attending both the initial Owning Up™ Training Institute, and returned for our 3-day ‘Masters Training Course’ are certified to train other adults. (This is very few people.)

Can I photocopy my curriculum so that other colleagues can use it?

No, the Owning Up™ Curriculum is copyrighted and may not be reproduced or photocopied without the express, written permission of RPW, Inc. Each educator who wishes to use the curriculum to implement the program must purchase his or her own copy. Only the student handouts within the curriculum may be photocopied for distribution. Please contact our office if you have any questions about this.

Can you come to my school/organization to train everyone at once?

Yes, we offer on-site training for large groups. You can find out more information at the Event Options page. Feel free to contact our office to help you figure out what options would work best for your organization.

What’s your cancellation policy?

In case of RPW, Inc. Cancellation

If for any reason RPW, Inc. must cancel the training, all participants will have the option to apply their fee toward a future training date, or to be issued a refund for any amount already paid to RPW, Inc.

In case of Participant Cancellation

Cancellations may be made up to 21 days before the training. Client will forfeit the $100 deposit fee. Participant must fulfill deposit payment even if it has not already been paid. Client has the option of transferring their fee toward a future training, or having another representative from his/her school or organization attend the training at no additional charge. In this case, funds will be held by RPW, Inc. and applied toward the new training date. If client does not wish to transfer to a new training, payments made to RPW, Inc. in excess of $100 deposit will be refunded.

Clients who cancel less than 21 days before the training date will be charged in full for the program fee ($725 less discount, if applicable). Client has the option of having another representative from his/her school or organization attend the training at no additional charge; or, the client may transfer his/her fee toward a future training for an additional service fee of $250. In either case, the full training fee must be paid by the client to RPW, Inc.