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Hier finden Sie alle Informationen zur INFTA-zertifizierten Ausbildung als Klinischer Waldtherapeut (m/w/d) (Kurs-ID: HLTFTG56126) in Deutschland, die vom 4.-8 Mai 2026 in Wernigerode/Harz stattfindet. Die Registrierung erfolgt über unsere deutsche Webseite durch INFTA (Germany). Wenn Sie diesen Link klicken, erhalten Sie unter der Registerkarte “Übersicht” alle notwendigen Details. Wenn Sie sich bewerben möchten, klicken Sie bitte auf die Registerkarte “Bewerbung” und füllen Sie das Bewerbungsformular aus und schicken Sie es danach durch Klick auf die Schaltfläche “Absenden” ab. Sie erhalten umgehend eine Versandbestätigung und Kopie Ihrer Bewerbung per Email. Nachstehend finden Sie die wichtigsten Informationen zu diesem Fachseminar in englischer Sprache.
Here you will find all relevant information about the next INFTA-Certified Forest Therapy Guide training in Germany, resuming with the exclusive in-person introductory workshop at Wernigerode/Harz, 4-8 May 2026. Registrations will be handled by our partner in Germany, INFTA (Germany).
Start date: 4-8 May 2026
Duration: 6 months
Delivery Mode: In-person and online-based, supervised and mentored
Location: Wernigerode/Harz, Germany
Qualification type: Graduate Diploma equivalent
Prerequisites: professional experience and/or tertiary or vocational qualification
Maximum participant number: 12
Language: English
Suited to:
Extend your professional scope and become a Forest Therapy Guide (FTG) certified by and accredited with the International Nature and Forest Therapy Alliance (INFTA) (Professional Training Course Code: HLTFTG53425). INFTA-Certified FTGs perform a vital role in preventative health or therapeutic health.
INFTA’s Forest Therapy Guide training is best suited for people who are:
INFTA-Certified Forest Therapy Guides have used the training to start or expand their own business or are, for example:
healthcare professionals, such as therapists, counselors, or social workers
educators, such as teachers, nature guides, and environmental educators
health & wellness professionals, such as tour operators, yoga instructors, meditation teachers, or life coaches
The recommended overall duration of the INFTA FTG training is six months and comprises of:
The in-person introductory workshop will be conducted at Waurn Ponds Estate, Geelong/Australia.
The training location with its outstanding biodiversity and quiet trails constitutes the world’s first, campus-based INFTA-Certified and Accredited Forest Therapy trail at Deakin University. This allows to practice Forest Therapy in an ideal setting.
The workshop culminates with the unique opportunity to showcase your newly acquired competencies when the group of FTG trainees is tasked with conducting their first Public Forest Therapy session right at Waurn Ponds Forest Therapy trail on Saturday, 22 November 2025. This Forest Therapy session will be free-of-charge for the Public.
The recommended requirements to participate in the training are:
These requirements summarize the responsibilities of FTGs who have to be capable of leading diverse groups of people outdoors at different forested surroundings and locations. Also, a current First Aid certificate (which has to be acquired separately from other training providers as part of your Forest Therapy practicum) and adequate insurance coverage (Public Liability/Professional Indemnity) are compulsory for each FTG trainee.
The training is delivered by experienced mentors and lecturers (all having tertiary degrees and specialized in their subject areas; all are INFTA-Certified and Accredited Forest Therapy Guides).
INFTA’s training adheres to the International Core Curriculum for Forest Therapy (ICCFT) validated by 120+ experts from 20 countries in Europe, America, Asia and Australia in 2017. The ICCFT is the world-wide standard in Forest Therapy Guide training.
The INFTA FTG training utilizes the latest international research and focuses on the evidence-based aspects of this Public Health practice. The INFTA FTG Training is quality-controlled and monitored by Dr Dieter Kotte, INFTA’s Secretary & International Strategic Advisor, who – among other qualifications – holds a PhD in International Comparative Education from the University of Hamburg, Germany, and who serves as Honorary Associate Professor at the Faculty of Health, Deakin University.
Members of the Australian Counselling Association (ACA) will obtain 10 OPD points for Professional Development when successfully completing this training.
If you wish to become an INFTA-Certified Forest Therapy Guide simply complete and submit the Application Form below.
Please note there are only 12 exclusive training spots available for this training cohort. These are reserved in the order of applications received and accepted.
If you have already embarked on or completed an INFTA FTG Training online and you just wish to participate in the five-day, in-person workshop to acquire more practical exposure and experience, please contact us.
INFTA is looking forward to welcoming you to its next Forest Therapy Guide Training.
Die Gebühr für die sechsmonatige Ausbildung zum INFTA-Certified Forest Therapy Guide (Kursnummer: HLTFTG54225) beträgt nur EUR 3.000.- und deckt alle aufgeführten Leistungen ab. Die Zahlung dieser Gebühr wird Ihnen nach Annahme Ihrer Bewerbung online über Stripe® ermöglicht. Nach der Gutschrift auf unserem Konto erhalten Sie in per E-Mail alle Informationen zum Start Ihrer Ausbildung sowie Ihre Zugangsdaten zum INFTA Learning Management System. Gleichfalls wird Ihnen ein erfahrener Mentor zur Seite gestellt, der Sie im Praktikum begleitet.
Die Gebühren decken nicht die Kosten für Ihre notwendige Haftpflichtversicherung und die Kosten für den ggf. notwendigen Erste Hilfe-Kurs ab.
Wenn Sie Ihre Bewerbung stornieren möchten, nachdem Sie Ihre Zahlung geleistet haben, fällt eine Stornierungsgebühr von EUR 250.- an. Die Stornierung muss schriftlich erfolgen. Sobald Sie sich in das INFTA Learning Management System eingeloggt haben, sind die Kursgebühren nicht mehr erstattungsfähig. Bitte beachten Sie auch unsere Informationen zum Haftungsausschluss, zum Datenschutz und zu den Allgemeinen Geschäftsbedingungen (in englischer Sprache).
As a big THANK YOU to our supporters worldwide,
you can now become an
INFTA-Certified Forest Therapy Guide at a considerably reduced fee. This offer is valid until 31 December 2025 only.
Start into a successful 2026 and apply right now.
Get the special 2025 EOY offer and become an INFTA-Certified Forest Therapy Guide now! View Offer
