Confused trying to choose a program- Duke vs FMCA vs others?
Hi everyone, I was all set on applying for Duke’s program that starts in October. Some of the big selling points for me were the name recognition and reputation, the class schedule fitting easily into my full time work schedule, the cost is reasonable and the option to get the ICF credential using the portfolio application process if I eventually want to do that.
However, when I watched their marketing video and read over their course syllabus I felt very uninspired. It seems very bland, basic, and rigid. Does anyone have experience with this program? What do you think of it?
I am now considering FMCA, but goodness it is expensive and takes longer. But their approach really excites me and resonates with me. Does anyone have experiences with this program? What do you think about it?
A little background on me. I have a master’s in social work but not a clinical social work license. I hope to eventually get that. I am a certified trauma professional. I currently work full time in social services with older adults. I am really interested in health prevention, holistic health, mind-body approaches, food as medicine, behavior change, and trauma-informed approaches. I see myself doing private practice one-on-one sessions and group workplace webinars.
Any feedback anyone has on those two programs or how to go about choosing the best program fit would be much appreciated. Thank you in advance!