CSS Train the trainer
Become a Certified Facilitator of Relational Leadership and Systems Change
The CSS Train the Trainer Certification is more than a credential. It’s a relational commitment to lead, teach, and embody emotional safety, connection, and transformative leadership practices.
Built on the Cultivating Safe Spaces Framework, this certification equips you to share, practice, and model relational leadership across your workplaces, communities, and governance systems.
If you're ready to think different, lead bold, and help heal broken systems — this is your path.
Become a Certified Cultivating Safe Spaces (CSS) Facilitator
Lead Transformative Change and Foster Connection Through Safe Spaces
What You'll Learn and Practice
Through the Train the Trainer pathway, you will:
Deepen your relational leadership and emotional regulation skills
Build your capacity to facilitate and teach the CSS Framework with integrity
Practice the Four Necessary Conditions, Four Protocols, and Four Perspectives
Learn how to hold emotional safety in learning spaces
Cultivate systems change through relational governance and Indigenous-informed leadership practices
This is not checkbox training. This is a lifelong relational practice.
Program Options and Pricing
You can earn your Certified CSS Facilitator credential through two options:
CSS Train the Trainer eCourse (coming Summer 2026)
Online, self-paced modules + mentorship and live support
$4,000 CAD
CSS Train the Trainer In-Person Intensive
Full-day relational training in Penticton, BC + pre- and post-engagement
$4,250 CAD
Both pathways include:
Access to the Train the Trainer learning platform (Level 1–3)
Live community gatherings and practice sessions
Certification upon successful completion
Ongoing relational mentorship and support
The Certification Pathway
Level 1: Foundations
Learn and embody the CSS Framework. Facilitate introductory workshops rooted in relational leadership and emotional safety.
Level 2: Advanced Applications
Customize CSS teachings for different sectors (education, governance, health, corporate, nonprofit). Lead relational strategy sessions.
Level 3: Master Facilitator
Mentor new facilitators, engage in curriculum evolution, support systemic leadership change at scale.
Participants must work intentionally to embody relational practices before advancing to each level.
Pre-Requisites and Expectations
Before beginning CSS Train the Trainer:
Complete the Introduction to CSS eCourse (required)
Engage in pre-course reflection and preparation exercises (self-paced)
Commit to practicing relational leadership personally and professionally
Understand that certification is about embodiment, not performance
At Naqsmist, we value care over control, presence over perfection, and relationships over transactions. We expect the same of those who choose to carry this work forward.
Who Should Apply
This certification is designed for:
Leaders seeking to bring emotional safety and relational leadership into their organizations
Educators, facilitators, HR professionals, and consultants ready to expand their frameworks
Governance changemakers working toward inclusive, relational systems
Anyone committed to relational leadership, emotional safety, and systems healing
You don’t need to be perfect. You need to be committed.
Certification Includes
CSS Facilitator Guidebook and Training Materials
Access to live community meetups and facilitator practice sessions
Certification Badge and Digital Certificate (Level 1 minimum)
Access to the exclusive CSS Facilitator Lounge Community
Invitation to Annual CSS Facilitator Gatherings and Retreats
Opportunities for mentorship and advanced relational leadership development
Why It Matters
Training more facilitators isn't the goal. Training relational leaders who can stay, connect, and heal systems — is.
Cultivating Safe Spaces isn’t just a framework. It’s a movement — one that requires humans willing to lead with courage, humility, and connection.
If you're called to be part of this work — not just as a job, but as a practice — we welcome you.
1-day intensive In-Person Cultivating safe spaces train the trainer
May 24, 2025 | Penticton, BC
Investment: $4,250
Join us for a transformative and immersive learning experience in beautiful Penticton, BC. The 1-Day Intensive Cultivating Safe Spaces Train the Trainer is specifically designed for passionate leaders, facilitators, educators, and changemakers who are ready to deepen their skills, strengthen their facilitation practice, and become certified Cultivating Safe Spaces (CSS) Facilitators.
This intensive, in-person training offers you hands-on practice, personalized mentorship, and meaningful connections within a supportive community. Learn directly from CSS Founder Elaine Alec, as you begin to master the CSS Framework's Four Necessary Conditions, Four Protocols, and Four Perspectives.
Prerequisites:
Completion of an Intro to CSS Course, OR
Completion of the Kajabi Intro to CSS eCourse
Spaces are limited to 30 participants to ensure an intimate, impactful experience. Participants will leave equipped to facilitate the 5-hour Intro CSS workshop, fostering transformative spaces rooted in empathy, inclusivity, and trauma-informed practices.
Expectations:
Pre-work: Participants will receive a CSS Framework Guide to study prior to attending, ensuring a shared foundation and enabling a deeper dive into practical facilitation during the event.
Ready to deepen your impact and cultivate meaningful change?