The R & A Training Program

It is a post graduate education training in valuation theory and Self-Knowledge Method coaching.

In the last 30 years, emerging out of the narrative approach, a new psychological approach has matured into a strong theory. The Selfconfrontatiemethod (SCM) is a solid and valid application of this theory to coach people, in a short time, towards action based on self-knowledge. Reflection & Action combines the Self Confrontation Method from the Valuation theory of Professor H.J.M.Hermans with the Empowerment model of D.Gershon & G. Straub. R & A gives this combination the name Self Knowledge Method, with the abbreviation SKM.

The complete training program to become a certified SKM coach consists of two phases:
  1. An intensive basic course. (11 days)
  2. A series of one-day classes spread over a year.

In the 11 day basic course, participants learn to do self-investigations, learning to manage the method under the guidance of R &A education staff.

The second phase leads to certification as a registered ZKM coach.

In addition, R & A organizes specialized Master Classes in which the newest developments are shared with the network.

In the Netherlands there is an Association for SKM practitioners called VvZB. In collaboration with Professor Hermans and this Association, Reflection & Action takes responsibility for the quality of the coaching and maintains the standards of the SKM profession.