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Sacred Sound Healer Certification

An 8-Month Immersive Training Program for Sound Healers and Aspiring Practitioners

Featuring some of the world’s leading pioneers in sound healing, frequency science, and vibrational medicine

Program Starts Monday, July 6, 2026

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How can I learn more about this program?

To learn more about the 8-month Sacred Sound Healer Certification program, which starts on July 6, 2026, please visit SacredSoundHealerCertification.com. 

If you are ready to apply, click here. 

If you have any lingering questions after reviewing program details, you can reach your Program Manager or an Enrollment Specialist by submitting a Support Request or writing to support@theshiftnetwork.com. We are here to help!

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What if I can't attend sessions live?

Not to worry! 

There are live Integration and Practice Pod sessions, but all Science & Theory, Practical Application, and Bonus Teaching sessions are pre-recorded (not live). 

We have designed this program to work even for those with busy schedules, as well as for those that live in different time zones.

While we hope you’ll attend as many live Integration sessions as possible, you’ll be able to stream recordings at your convenience. You can watch them anytime and anywhere at your convenience.

All recordings will be accessed on the Program Homepage. Recordings typically become available within 48 hours, and written transcripts within one week. You have ongoing access to these materials.

Practice Pods are held live and, to protect participant privacy, recordings are not shared — but missing the live session doesn't mean missing out! Students who cannot attend live are encouraged to organize their own small group meeting at a separate time. You'll receive the same guidelines used in the live session, ensuring an equivalent experience. For those pursuing a certificate of completion, a short written reflection on your Practice Pod experience will be required.

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What are the program requirements?

Attendance/Viewing Requirements:

  • View Recordings of All Science & Theory Classes (32 total)
    • 1 per week
    • Available Wednesdays at 9am Pacific
    • Approximately 60 minutes in duration
  • View Recording of All Practical Application Classes (16 total)
    • 4 per unit
    • Available select Mondays at 9am Pacific
    • Approximately 60 minutes in duration
  • Attend (or View Recordings of) All Integration Sessions (8 total) 
    • Live on Zoom Attendance (or review recording) 
    • 1 per month
    • Wednesdays at 9am Pacific
    • 75 minutes in duration

Assessment Requirements:

  • Formative Assessments (4 total)
    • Multiple choice questions
    • Achieve a score of 70% or higher
    • Unlimited attempts
  • Practical Application/Integration Reflections (4 total)
    • 300-500 word (paragraph style) reflections that clearly demonstrate your learning from the material
  • Practice Pod Reflections (4 total)
    • 300-500 word (paragraph style) reflections
    • Either reflect on your live participation or how you engaged with the prompts outside of sessions
  • Receive a Passing Grade on Capstone Project
    • The end of the program will culminate with a Capstone project synthesizing your sound-healing learning journey. With a variety of project options from which to choose, you’ll apply the skills and techniques you’ve cultivated during the program to showcase the comprehensive knowledge you’ve gained.

Upon successful completion of this program, Students will receive: A Certificate of Completion to commemorate the deep theoretical and practical knowledge you’ve acquired so that you can incorporate these therapeutic sound practices into your work and your life.

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Is it possible to audit the program if I love to learn, but don’t have a need for the Certificate of Completion?

Yes! This program will provide excellent learning for everyone who wishes to immerse themselves in this material. Auditing the program is an option for those who don’t feel the need for a Certificate of Completion. Program requirements would not apply; however, we encourage all participants to engage fully in the program and complete the requirements to gain the full benefit of the teachings. We particularly encourage all participants to join the live Integration Sessions and Practice Pods for connection, community, and integration.

Engaging in and participating in all aspects of this offering will help participants gain the full experience of the programs, inform them on whether to change to the certificate of completion track and ensure that a change to the certificate of completion track will go smoothly — and that catching up on all of the requirements and submissions will not be a heavy lift.

NOTE: the program price is the same, even if auditing.

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Who is this program for?

The Sacred Sound Healer Certification is designed for individuals seeking to deepen their understanding and practice of sound healing as a holistic therapeutic modality.

It is ideal for those who wish to harness the transformative power of sound to promote healing, relaxation, and spiritual growth for themselves and others.

This program is especially beneficial for:

  • Sound healers and musicians who want to deepen their practice, strengthen their scientific understanding, and expand their facilitation skills
  • Wellness professionals integrating sound into clinical or holistic practices
  • Coaches, therapists, yoga teachers, and bodyworkers seeking deeper healing tools in their practice
  • Creatives and musicians exploring expression of sound as medicine 
  • Spiritual seekers who feel called to explore sound as a path of expanded awareness and healing
  • Caregivers wanting practical tools to support themselves and loved ones

You don’t need to own instruments or have prior experience facilitating sound sessions to participate in or complete this certification program.

All you need is the desire to listen, attune, and work with sound as a living, intelligent force that can support your healing work with clarity, confidence, and care.

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What sets this program apart?

Unlike any other program, this certification integrates recorded teachings, live sessions, and guided practice — uniting sound-healing science, hands-on instrument work, and consciousness-based healing in a truly immersive training.

This is not surface-level training. Through weekly class teachings with world-renowned Sound Healing faculty, small-group Practice Pods, Live Integration Sessions, structured assignments, and a Capstone project, you’ll develop a well-rounded embodied skillset in a supportive learning community. 

This Sacred Sound Healer Certification is also recognized by the International Sound Therapy Association (ISTA) as a Certified Education Program.

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Will this program certify me to practice as a Sound Healer? 

Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion upon satisfaction of all program requirements. Program hours will be eligible for ISTA accreditation toward their 200-hour Certified Sound Practitioner (CSP) status.

This program is an ISTA-recognized Certified Education Program, and the 100 training hours earned qualify participants to apply for ISTA Professional Membership. These hours can also be applied toward ISTA’s 200-hour requirement for Certified Therapeutic Sound Practitioner (CSP) status and may be combined with additional approved training.

Participants will also receive live support during a dedicated session at the end of the program, where they’ll be guided through ISTA membership and how to apply their training hours toward certification.

Please note that to become a Certified Therapeutic Sound Practitioner (CSP), a total of 200 hours of approved sound healing training is required. This program provides 100 of those hours and may be combined with other qualifying education to meet that threshold.

You can learn more about ISTA Certification here: https://istasounds.org/certification 

If you have further questions about ISTA, please reach out to them directly here: https://istasounds.org/about-us/contact-us

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Who are the Faculty?

Science & Theory Faculty:

  • John Stuart Reid, Acoustics-Physics Scientist & Inventor of the CymaScope
  • David Gibson, Founder of the Globe Sound Healing Institute & the Sound Healing Research Foundation

Practical Application Faculty:

  • The Brothers Koren, Transformational Voice Leaders & Co-Creators of Your Big Voice
  • Christine Stevens, Speaker, Author & Music Therapist
  • Barry Goldstein, Award-Winning Producer, Composer, Author & Musitarian
  • Eileen McKusick, Founder of the Biofield Tuning Institute, Researcher & Author

Integration Faculty:

  • Fred Johnson, Inayatiyya Sufi Order Spiritual Elder, Director, Vocal Performer, Chanter & Author

For full faculty bios, please click here. 

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What is the schedule, and what are the main program details?

All Integration and Practice Pod sessions will be held live online through Zoom on Wednesdays at 9am Pacific. 

All Science & Theory, Practical Application, and Bonus Teaching sessions are pre-recorded and will be released on Mondays and select Wednesdays throughout the course of the program.

There will not be any in-person engagement.

The training program starts on July 6, 2026 and ends on February 24, 2027.

60-Minute Pre-Recorded Science & Theory Teaching Sessions (32 Total) 

Experience a unique opportunity to be mentored and taught by leading sound-healing faculty through 32 pre-recorded Science & Theory Teaching Sessions, released weekly on Mondays.

75-Minute Live Integration Sessions (8 Total) 

Live Integration Sessions will be held on one Wednesday per month at 9am Pacific, facilitated by Fred Johnson. As part of the core curriculum, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of the content through discussions, experiential exercises, and peer group interaction.

60-Minute Pre-Recorded Practical Application Sessions (16 Total)

Throughout the program, our esteemed faculty will offer a deep dive into the hands-on side of sound healing through 16 pre-recorded Practical Application Sessions, released on select Wednesdays. Spanning rich topic areas, these sessions translate theoretical foundations into practical skills and techniques you can immediately integrate into your life and work. Together, these sessions offer a grounded, multi-dimensional toolkit for anyone looking to practice sound healing with skill, depth, and integrity.

75-Minute Live Practice Pod Sessions (8 Total)

Live Practice Pod Sessions will be held on one Wednesday per month at 9am Pacific, facilitated by a Shift Network host. Small groups of program participants will gather to practice techniques, explore prompts related to the teachings, and connect with peers in a supportive learning environment. These sessions are designed to help you integrate what you’re learning, build confidence through practice, and develop community with others on the sound-healing path. Practice Pod Sessions will not be recorded for playback.

Pre-Recorded Bonus Teachings (4 Total)

You’ll receive four bonus teachings from Dr. Katrin Brauer's Foundational Anatomy & Physiological Systems in the Body program. These are not required viewings, and are made available to you upon enrollment.

Video and Audio Recordings

In addition to ongoing access to the pre-recorded Science & Theory and Practical Application Sessions, digital recordings will be available for you to stream in high-quality video and audio formats of all Live Integration Sessions. You’ll never have to worry about missing a session, and you can watch anytime and anywhere at your convenience.

Transcripts

You’ll receive the entire transcription of every Live Integration Session, as well as the pre-recorded Science & Theory and Practical Application Sessions. You can then review, print, and highlight the insights and practices you found most impactful.

Program Schedule

Program Syllabus

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If I participate, how many hours per month should I plan on dedicating to this program?

This will vary, but on average, you can expect to spend approximately 18-24 hours per month on this program.

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Will there be individualized guidance? 

This is a group training. However, during the live Integration Sessions, there will be opportunities for Q&A that may allow for direct faculty interaction. There will be opportunities for virtual connection to other students from around the world, as well. 

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What is the cost, and do you offer payment plans? 

The investment is $3,500 USD if paid in full (a 6-month payment plan is also available). If you apply now with a payment plan, your first payment will be due upon registration, and subsequent payments will be automatically processed every 30 days until complete. The total payment plan price includes a finance charge. Any applicable discounts will be deducted from the total amount at the time of purchase.

The $100 application processing fee, which is included in your purchase, is non-refundable.

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Are scholarships available?

A limited number of partial scholarships are available. Typical partial scholarships will provide a 25% reduction in program cost.

 Please submit your scholarship application here, and answer “yes” when asked, ”Are you applying for a Scholarship?” You will not be asked to submit payment while your scholarship application is being reviewed.

Typical partial scholarships will provide a 25% reduction in program cost, bringing the price to one payment of $2,625 USD (regularly $3,500) or six monthly payments of $481 each (a 10% finance charge is included in the monthly payment plan option).

Scholarships cannot be combined with other discounts or promotions. 

If you are awarded a scholarship and enroll in the program, your purchase will be non-refundable.

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What is the refund policy?

The $100 application processing fee is non-refundable.

A refund for the program, minus the application fee, is available for any reason on or before Midnight Pacific on July 20, 2026. Refunds will not be available after this date.

To request a refund, please click on this refund request form and submit your request. Qualifying refunds will be processed within five business days of submitting your request and an email confirming the refund will be sent. However, we’d love to have a chance to address and resolve your concerns first. If there’s something we can assist you with, please email us at support@theshiftnetwork.com and we’ll be happy to help! (No refund requests accepted after the above date or with scholarships.)

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May my enrollment be shared with friends or family?

No. We understand that it can be helpful to share with friends and family the meaningful insights, reflections, and revelations you experience during the program.

While we encourage you to share with others what you learn in the program, we ask that you do not share any of the program materials or anything from the Homepage or private Facebook Community Group.

We maintain this policy out of respect for our Faculty and to honor the contractual agreement with them. This program has been designed to replicate an in-person training as much as possible; therefore, each enrollment is designated for that participant.

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Here is our full Spousal Sharing Policy:

The Shift Network is happy to offer our 2-for-1 special to spouses or partners living under the same roof for most of our foundational courses with the purchase of one full-price registration. (Spousal participation is offered at the sole discretion of the Shift Network and is subject to availability. Certain exclusions may apply. The Company reserves the right to change or cancel this policy at any time.)

However, we are unable to extend this offer to participants in any of our advanced-level or application contingent programs, such as Certification Programs, Immersion Programs, Coaching or Teacher Trainings, and any courses or programs involving 1:1 faculty coaching and mentoring sessions.
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We appreciate your inquiry about this and your commitment to being in integrity. Thank you for not sharing any program materials!

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Is there an online community for this program?

Yes. Our exclusive online community is the perfect place to continue your discovery process. Here, you can continue the discussion about your program materials and interact with your fellow participants to take your exploration to an even deeper level.

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How will I receive my certificate of completion?

Upon completing the program and satisfying all requirements, participants will receive a digital (PDF) Shift Network Certificate of Completion, delivered through the Student Portal. This certificate bears the ISTA Seal of Approval and reflects the deep theoretical and practical knowledge gained to support the integration of sound healing practices into both professional work and personal life.

This program is an ISTA-recognized Certified Education Program, and the 100 training hours earned qualify participants to apply for ISTA Professional Membership. These hours can also be applied toward ISTA’s 200-hour requirement for Certified Therapeutic Sound Practitioner (CSP) status and may be combined with additional approved training.

Participants will also receive live support during a dedicated session at the end of the program, where they’ll be guided through ISTA membership and how to apply their training hours toward certification.

Please note that to become a Certified Therapeutic Sound Practitioner (CSP), a total of 200 hours of approved sound healing training is required. This program provides 100 of those hours and may be combined with other qualifying education to meet that threshold.

You can learn more about ISTA Certification here: https://istasounds.org/certification 

If you have further questions about ISTA, please reach out to them directly here: https://istasounds.org/about-us/contact-us

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Will I need to purchase any materials, supplies, instruments, or equipment for this program?

No, instruments are not required to participate in this program, nor are you required to purchase any other materials, supplies, or equipment. We may make recommendations throughout the program, but their purchase and use are optional.

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Do I need to be musically trained to participate in this program?

Absolutely not! You do not need to be a musician or have any kind of musical background to join our Sacred Sound Healer Certification Program. This program is designed to be accessible and beneficial for all levels, from complete beginners to experienced practitioners.

We have thoughtfully curated a comprehensive program that includes a variety of teachers, instruments, tools, and techniques. Our goal is to ensure that you can fully participate and benefit from the training regardless of your prior experience with music or instruments.

Whether you are interested in self-care and self-healing or aspire to become a sound healing practitioner, you will find value in this program. Our diverse approach ensures that everyone, regardless of their background, can explore the healing power of sound and integrate it into their personal or professional practice.

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What are Binaural Beats and how do they work?

Binaural beats are specific types of sound recordings that have been used for decades by a great many individuals for a variety of uses. Some users have reported that this technology has helped them to reduce their levels of stress, anxiety and pain, increase their focus and concentration, assist them to reach deeper meditative states or even enhance their creativity.

Although binaural beats are widely used and generally considered safe to use for most people, they may not be right for everyone. Before deciding whether or not you wish to use this optional technology, please read our guidelines for optional use of binaural guides here.

The Shift Network recommends that you always conduct your own research and consult with your healthcare provider(s) prior to engaging in a new regimen or practice.

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What are the technical requirements for this program?

As this is an online professional training, intermediate technical skills are required to participate fully in this program. Students are required to have a computer or other device and will be asked to use Zoom and to complete online formative assessments and other written reflections and assignments (an iPad or smartphone may suffice, but we recommend a laptop or desktop computer). Students will need to feel comfortable with basic navigation on our website and opening/playing media and other files (logging in, finding class sessions and materials, playing recordings, opening, filling out, and submitting written work, etc.), as well as accessing an online Student Portal to submit and track program requirements. Important program information will regularly be sent via email, as well.

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FOR ALL OTHER QUESTIONS 

You can reach your Program Manager or an Enrollment Specialist by submitting a Support Request or writing to support@theshiftnetwork.com. We are here to help!

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