Policies & Procedures Manual The mission of the Glasser Institute for Choice Theory (GIFCT) is to teach all people Choice Theory® and to use it as the basis for training in Reality Therapy, Quality School education and Lead Management. The members of GIFCT believe that Choice Theory, Reality Therapy, Quality School education and Lead Management are to be taught with integrity by adhering to fundamental concepts and incorporating currently available knowledge. These concepts build collegial relationships and are reflected in the way GIFCT does business. The beliefs comprise a living document that can be adjusted over the course of time as the Choice Theory community grows and changes. ®Choice Theory is a trademark of William Glasser Inc. All forms referenced can be found on the Faculty Forms page in the membership area of the website. Contents GIFCT Structure ........................................................................................................................................ 3 Board of Directors ................................................................................................................................ 4 Regions of the Institute ........................................................................................................................ 4 Selection Process ................................................................................................................................... 4 Succession Planning Committee ......................................................................................................... 6 Member in Good Standing .................................................................................................................. 6 Board Member Responsibilities .......................................................................................................... 7 Board Meetings ...................................................................................................................................... 8 Resignation of Board Member Prior to End of Term ................................................................... 8 Removal of Board Member for Cause .............................................................................................. 8 Annual Membership Meeting .............................................................................................................. 9 Executive Director ................................................................................................................................ 9 Assignment of Interim ED ................................................................................................................ 10 The GIFCT Team ............................................................................................................................... 11 Financial and Data Manager .............................................................................................................. 11 Webmaster and IT Specialist ........................................................................................................... 12 Data Manager ...................................................................................................................................... 12 Publications and Materials ..................................................................................................................... 12 Newsletter ........................................................................................................................................... 13 P a g e | 1 GIFCT Policies & Procedures Manual Executive Director Report/Board Reports .................................................................................. 13 Directory .............................................................................................................................................. 13 Policies and Procedures Manual ...................................................................................................... 13 Website ................................................................................................................................................ 13 Membership ............................................................................................................................................. 13 Student Membership .......................................................................................................................... 14 Colleague Membership ...................................................................................................................... 14 Associate Membership ...................................................................................................................... 14 Certified Membership ........................................................................................................................ 14 Faculty Membership ........................................................................................................................... 15 Retired Faculty Membership ............................................................................................................ 15 Organizational Membership ............................................................................................................. 15 Membership Benefits ......................................................................................................................... 16 The International Community ............................................................................................................. 16 The International Journal of Choice Theory and Reality Therapy .......................................... 16 Choice Theory/Reality Therapy Certification .................................................................................. 17 The Certification Process ................................................................................................................. 17 Length of Time .................................................................................................................................... 17 Intensive Training Structure ............................................................................................................. 18 Instructors ............................................................................................................................................ 18 Numbers ............................................................................................................................................... 19 Fees ........................................................................................................................................................ 19 Scheduling and Coordinating Intensive Training .......................................................................... 19 Cancelling an Intensive Training ...................................................................................................... 20 Basic Intensive Training Content .................................................................................................... 20 Advanced Intensive Training Registration/Application Process ............................................... 22 Content ................................................................................................................................................. 22 Attending Additional Intensive Trainings ...................................................................................... 22 Practica Scheduling and Structure .................................................................................................. 23 Distance Learning Practica ............................................................................................................... 24 Content ................................................................................................................................................. 24 Business and Ethical Considerations .............................................................................................. 24 Basic Practicum Content................................................................................................................... 24 Advanced Practicum Content .......................................................................................................... 24 Certification Registration Process .................................................................................................. 25 Certification Structure ...................................................................................................................... 25 Certification Content ........................................................................................................................ 25 Attending Additional Certifications ................................................................................................ 27 Glasser Quality Schools ........................................................................................................................ 27 History and Structure ........................................................................................................................ 27 Criteria for a Quality School ........................................................................................................... 27 The William Glasser International Policy on Discipline Programs .............................................. 28 Faculty of GIFCT 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