COS Intensive Assessment Jun 2026
COS Intensive Assessment Jun 2026
Learn to review and interpret the Strange Situation Procedure (SSP) and the Circle of Security Interview in a dynamic online course that includes 12-hours of live videoconference sessions with your expert trainer. Included in this course is an introduction to the Core Sensitivities. By the end of this course, you’ll have practiced the in-depth individualized assessment of caregiver-child dyads that is the basis of the COS-Intensive protocol and be prepared to test your skills in the COS-Intensive Case Review course.
The course access begins May 27 and ends December 9. Live meetings will be the following 6 dates.
- 24 June
- 22 July
- 19 Aug
- 16 Sep
- 14 Oct
- 11 Nov
Please note these are US Pacific Standard Time listings. See the full schedule in the details section.
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Joe Coyne
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Description
The COS-Intensive Assessment Training is designed to strengthen clinical skills in attachment assessment. This immersive, case-based course, offered in a new online format, is step 2 in the COS Training Pathway and spans approximately 60 hours over 6 months. This training is designed for licensed psychotherapists interested in becoming a COS-Intensive Provider though COSP Facilitators wishing to increase their understanding of attachment dynamics may also take the course.
The COS-Intensive protocol is based on a comprehensive, individualized, and in-depth assessment of a dyad. COS-Intensive was developed and tested with high-risk clients, including those with significant trauma. The Assessment training equips clinicians with the tools and knowledge to effectively assess attachment dynamics within caregiver-child dyads. A key focus is identifying the "Linchpin Issue"—the core attachment challenge underlying relational difficulties—through video-analysis of an adapted Strange Situation Procedure and a narrative interview (the Circle of Security Interview) that is also recorded. You’ll be introduced to the Core Sensitivities by taking the embedded Shark Music and Core Sensitivities course and learn how the core sensitivity influences a given caregiver’s shark music.
Details
This course will take about 60 hours to complete, including self-directed learning, journaling, reflection, and 6 required live sessions over 6 months. Learners should plan on dedicating about 3-5 hours per week to the course.
The times shown in most of our official communications will be shown in Pacific Time, as Seattle, Washington, is the server's location for the course website. Please schedule your time based on your location. https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/meeting is a helpful resource.
Course Access - Training Start Date
Access to the course website begins
27 May | Wednesday - US
5 PM Pacific Time
Please note that there is content to review before the first interactive session.
US - Meeting Dates
24 June | Wednesday
22 July | Wednesday
19 August |Wednesday
16 September | Wednesday
14 October | Wednesday
11 November | Wednesday*
US Pacific/UK - Meeting Times
2:00 -4:00 PM Pacific Time (US)
1:00 - 3:00 PM Pacific Time Accommodating DST*(US)
10:00 PM - 12:00 AM BST (UK)
9:00 PM - 11:00 PM BST (UK)
AU/HK - Meeting Dates*
25 June | Thursday
23 July | Thursday
20 August | Thursday
17 September | Thursday
15 October | Thursday
12 November | Thursday
* Due to Daylight Saving Time changes, please note that start times vary by location.
AU/HK Meeting times
05:00 - 07:00 Local time Perth/Hong Kong
07:00 - 9:00 Local time Brisbane
Course Closure
Access to the course website closes
9 December (Wednesday- US)
5 PM Pacific Time
The course website closes, and attendees must have all work completed.
While we try to avoid scheduling conflicts with various holidays and observances, it is not always possible. Please check your calendar for any potential conflicts.
