the science of play at work ™
PLAY FACILITATOR CERTIFICATION ™
An expert training and membership community that empowers leaders and practitioners to design, deliver, and measure meaningful play engagements.
May Cohort
5/20 - 5/22
11:00-3:00pmET
In-Person (DC)
June Cohort
6/25 - 6/27
11:00-3:00pmET
Virtual
Sept Cohort
9/17 - 9/19
11:00-3:00pmET
Virtual
WHAT IS THIS EXPERIENCE?
Play is an essential tool in any facilitator's toolbelt. Learn valuable skills and strategies to expand your repertoire and achieve fantastic client results. It all starts with a live training:
ORIENTATION
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Join a peer cohort to get access to the course curriculum and a library of play-based resources
LIVE SESSIONS
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Learn about the science of play over several days of games, reflections, and facilitation practice
SELF-ASSESSMENT
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Complete the certification by meeting with the trainer to discuss core takeaways and needs
WHO IS THE TRAINING FOR?
FACILITATORS
& CONSULTANTS
HR OR L&D PROFESSIONALS
EDUCATORS & TRAINERS
CHIEFS OF STAFF OR CULTURE
EXECUTIVES & LEADERS
INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGNERS
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Barometer XP is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits for SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP® recertification activities. This program is valid for 12 PDCs.
Barometer XP has been pre-approved by the ATD Certification Institute to offer educational programs that can be used towards initial eligibility and recertification of CPTD and APTD credentials. This program qualifies for 12 points.
WHAT PARTICIPANTS ARE SAYING
“Barometer is setting a foundation through research, testing, and collaboration; and I'm so excited to be on the cutting edge with them.”
Jonathan Mills
Corporate Culture Specialist
YOU ALSO GET A FULL YEAR OF MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS AFTER COMPLETING THE TRAINING...
Access to our growing Play Concierge platform of workplace culture assessment tools, play frameworks, game catalog with facilitation guides, and peer community (valued ~ $500/year)
Unlimited free 1:1 consultations and discounted live co-facilitation support with the Barometer XP team to help deliver your client engagements (valued ~ $350/hour)
Member channels and events to hone your game facilitation skills and style, as well as expert-led trainings and demos to explore new games, ideas, and resources (valued ~ $250/event)
Inclusion in our play expert marketplace for gig collaboration opportunities and introductions to new clients who are looking for your specific skills (valued ~ $1500/engagement)
Active support on social channels and public marketing efforts when requested (amplified reach)
AFTER THE PROGRAM
YOU'LL BE ABLE TO...
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Select the right game for any scenario using the Barometer XP framework
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Set up a play engagement for maximum impact
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Bridge the thought-action gap with engaging game debrief conversations
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Use the Barometer XP game library and guides
CERTIFICATION FAQ
How much do I need to know about play? -- None is required. We encourage participants to bring an open mind and curious spirit.
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How much facilitation experience should I have? -- We designed our training to accommodate a wide range of expertise. Before each cohort, we gauge participant abilities customize the material and offer a 10+ module online curriculum to scaffold their learning.
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Do you offer private certifications? -- Yes, we can deliver trainings to groups of 4+ people (i.e. team, department, network). Contact us today to for more details, scheduling options, and scalable pricing.
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What went into the development of this certification? -- Decades of facilitation experience, game theory and design, as well as hundred of interviews with other practitioners who work with leaders and teams.
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Do you offer discounts or referrals? -- Indeed, both! Certified members receive a kickback for each referral that completes the training. We also encourage prospective cohort participants to bring another colleague by offering a 10% discount to both people. Contact us to confirm your attendance.
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Where have your seen the biggest success or impact? -- Participants join the cohorts for different reasons, from exploring new play methods to accessing our play-based resources (i.e. assessments, game catalog). When people get to practice facilitation ideas and give/get peer feedback, we see inspiring bursts of value. We host monthly "Game Salons" to create those spaces.
HOW DO I JOIN?
Secure your spot in an upcoming cohort to level up your play facilitation skills! We limit each cohort to 8 people to maximize the learning experience.
2025 Cohorts
In Person (DC)
February 19-21
May 20-22
October 22-24
Virtual
March 19-21
June 25-27
September 17-19
Need a little more info? Chat with one of the trainers here.