Frequently Asked Questions

What’s included with the Be Body Positive Middle School Educator Training and Classroom Curriculum?
You'll have access to the 6-hour training to become licensed to teach our Be Body Positive Classroom Curriculum. Once completed, you will receive the Be Body Positive Classroom Curriculum for the grade you are teaching. We have currently completed the curriculum for 6th, 7th, and 8th grade, and are working on the K-5 curriculum. Each grade has twenty 30-minute lessons.

What’s the difference between the Middle School Be Body Positive Group Curriculum and the Be Body Positive Classroom Curriculum for middle schools?
The lessons in the middle school Group Curriculum are designed for an intimate group of students (around 6-12) who will be doing a lot of self-exploration and sharing with one another. The purpose of these group lessons is to help students go deep into their personal body story and have a powerful community experience with a small group. They can be facilitated anywhere, by anyone—teachers, therapists/counselors, dietitians, community organizers, etc. They are ideal for students who are struggling with their relationship with their body and/or who have interest in the topic.

The lessons in the middle school Classroom Curriculum are specifically designed to be done during the school day with an entire classroom of student. They contain student objectives, essential questions, and enduring understandings. There are PowerPoints that go along with many of the lessons. While there are lots of guided discussions and some can get personal, the conversation topics are not quite as personal as the ones found in the group curriculum. There are worksheets, handouts, and final projects that are academic in nature. These lessons also include lesson extensions that relate to specific subject areas, supports for English learners, and all lessons are aligned to Common Core Standards and CASEL Core Competencies.

What’s the difference between the Facilitator Training for the Middle School Be Body Positive Group Curriculum and the Be Body Positive Classroom Curriculum Teacher Training?
The Be Body Positive Facilitator Training is designed to support folks to facilitate the Group Curriculum, directed mostly towards folks working with middle school, high school, and college students, as well as high school and college students themselves. It includes examples of how to facilitate some of the lessons, and lots of tips for getting a Body Positive group or club formed on a school campus and facilitating responsibly in those sorts of settings.

The Be Body Positive Educator Training is designed for kindergarten through 8th grade teachers who want to facilitate the classroom curriculum. The content emphasizes and details the importance of each of The 5 Competencies of the Be Body Positive Model for younger learners, and supports educators in creating a Body Positive classroom environment for their students. You do not have to be a classroom teacher to take this training, but you should know that it is geared towards classroom teachers. A reminder that as of October 2023 we have completed lessons for 6th, 7th, and 8th grades only. We are fundraising now to complete the lessons for kindergarten through 5th grade.

Can I get Continuing Professional Development Units (CPDUs) for taking this course?
Not yet, but we plan to get approval for this course as soon as possible.

If I’ve already taken the Be Body Positive Facilitator Training, do I have to take this one as well, or can I just purchase the curriculum?
You do need to take this training as well, as there is important content that is not found in the Facilitator Training.

How do I use the online training platform?

Once registered, you’ll have access to the course. The first slide will explain how to move through the lessons, watch videos, and download worksheets.

What are CE Hours? Should I get them?

CE Hours are Continuing Education Hours that treatment providers require in order to keep their licenses up to date. At this time, we offer them for master’s-level therapists and registered dietitians. If you don’t hold one of these professional licenses, we are unable to provide you with CE Hours.

The Body Positive has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 6698. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. The Body Positive is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

The Body Positive is a Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Accredited provider with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR). Our CDR provider number is ABB6426. CDR Credentialed Practitioners are responsible for choosing a learning need code (LNC) for this course that best meets their individual goals.

I'm a treatment provider: How do I get my CE certificate?

You will receive your certificate of completion with 11.5 CE Hours as a Master’s-level therapist or registered dietitian once you finish 100% of the course, fill out the evaluation, and score at least 80% on the course's final quiz. Once all these steps are complete, you will be eligible to receive your certificate with CE Hours. The instructions are spelled out in the About the Course section of the course. To become a licensed Be Body Positive Facilitator so you can teach our comprehensive, research-based curriculum to others, you will need to complete the Facilitator Training for Treatment Providers.

Can I share my course with others?
We ask that you do not share any of the content in this course, or your login, with other people. As a nonprofit, our courses are our primary source of financial support so we can provide scholarships to low-income individuals for our trainings and workshops, and continue to develop new content. Sharing your login or any downloaded content violates our Terms of Use. That said, we are happy to offer discounts if you’d like to take these courses with a group. Just send us an email at [email protected] for more information.

How long do I have to complete the course?

You will have access for 4 months to the course. Our courses are self-paced, so once you sign up you can explore our curriculum within the 4-month time frame in a manner that best fits your schedule. If you need more time, please email [email protected] and ask for an extension.

What if I complete the Fundamentals course and decide I want to do the Be Body Positive Facilitator Training?

Great, we’re glad you’re ready for more! You’ve completed Part 1 of the Facilitator Training by taking the Fundamentals. Email us at [email protected] to get your discount coupon for the difference between the course you took and the Facilitator Training, and we’ll get you the registration link for Part 2. By registering for the Fundamentals course, you'll automatically receive an email with more information about this offer.

Is this course available in any languages other than English?

Yes. This course is available in Spanish. Si, este curso ahora se encuentra disponible en español. Haz click aquí para adquirirlo.

Is your platform mobile-friendly?

Yes. You should be able to access all our content on your mobile device.

Do the courses have accessibility features?

All course videos have closed captioning. There are also written versions of featured audio meditations as well as audio recordings of the handouts. We don’t have audio recordings of worksheets yet, but hope to in the future.

Can I get a scholarship to take the Fundamentals Home Study Course?
Yes. We offer scholarships to individuals who have financial need. Fill out this form and we will respond to your request within 30 days.

Are there group discounts available?

Yes. If you’d like to register for our courses as a group, please email [email protected] to get discounts for your expanded team.

Do you offer refunds?

If, within 30 days of your purchase, you are unsatisfied with the course, email [email protected] and we will give you a refund.

Do I get a certificate of completion?

Not automatically. If you’re taking the Fundamentals Home Study Course and want a Certificate of Completion, please contact us at [email protected].

What happens once I complete the online course?

If you are interested in continuing your Body Positive education, you might consider becoming a licensed Be Body Positive Facilitator. Contact us at [email protected] to receive a discount coupon for the difference in price between the course you took and the Facilitator Training. Learn more about the Facilitator Training.

What’s the difference between the Be Body Positive Facilitator Training and the Facilitator Training for Treatment Providers?
The only difference between the Be Body Positive Facilitator Training and the Facilitator Training for Treatment Providers is that 21.5 Continuing Education Hours are offered to Master's-level therapists and registered dietitians for the Facilitator Training for Treatment Providers. Registered dietitians will be required to complete an additional short section of the training to receive CE Hours.

What if I’ve already taken the Fundamentals course and want to become a licensed Be Body Positive Facilitator?
If you have already taken the Fundamentals course (either for Individuals or for Treatment Providers), this means you’ve completed Part 1 of the Facilitator Training. Write to [email protected] to get your discount code to take Part 2. If you are a registered dietitian or Master’s-level therapist, you will have already received 11.5 CE Hours for the Fundamentals, and will receive an additional 10 CE Hours for taking Part 2 of the Facilitator Training.

What can I do as a licensed Be Body Positive Facilitator?
Once licensed, you will receive access to our Be Body Positive curricula for three different populations: College/Adult, High School, and Middle School. You will be allowed to call yourself a “licensed Be Body Positive Facilitator” and run groups or use the materials in your work with individuals.

Can I call my program “Body Positive”?
You may call your program “Body Positive (name of your school/organization/individual name)” or “Be Body Positive (name of your school/organization/individual name)” if you are willing to comply with the requirements in licensing agreement you sign. For example, Cornell University calls their program “Body Positive Cornell.” You will not be able to call your program “The Body Positive” because that is the name of our organization, or use "Body Positive" or "Be Body Positive" without adding the name of your school, organization, or name.

What features are included with the Be Body Positive Facilitator Training?
You will receive:

Access to the online Be Body Positive Facilitator Training for 4 months
A lifetime license for three sets of Be Body Positive Group Curricula and Facilitator Manuals (we have curricula for working with both teens and adults) and access to the Be Body Positive Curriculum Videos
Receive 21.5 Continuing Education Hours if you are a Master’s-level therapist or registered dietitian. (Provided by NBCC and CDR)
Lifetime access to our online Be Body Positive Facilitator Facebook Community
A FREE one-year subscription to our Be Body Positive Membership Program, which includes:
- Access to our Facilitator Resource Bank, including:
  - Activities adapted for virtual groups
  - Marketing templates to promote your group
  - Resources and research
  - Recorded coaching calls
  - Handouts and worksheets from the Facilitator Training
  - And much more!
- Monthly group consultation calls with our Be Body Positive Facilitator coaches
- Updates to the Be Body Positive Facilitator Manuals and Group Curricula as they are completed

What will it cost to renew my Be Body Positive Membership after the first year?
The annual membership fee is $97. We will send out three emails to let you know your membership is going to expire. You will automatically be re-enrolled unless you choose to opt out.

Do I have to renew my license to continue using the curriculum?
No. You will receive a lifetime license to use the most recent version of the Facilitator Manuals and Group Curricula that you download from the Resource Bank. You will, however, need to renew your Be Body Positive Membership annually to continue to receive updated versions of the materials.

Can I get a scholarship to take the Be Body Positive Facilitator Training?
Yes. We offer full and partial scholarships to people who have financial need. Fill out this form and we will respond to your request within 30 days.

How do I use the platform?
Once registered, you’ll have access to the course. The first slide will explain how to move through the lessons, watch videos, and download worksheets.

What are CE Hours? Should I get them?

Can I share my course with others?

We ask that you do not share any of the content in this course, or your login, with other people. As a nonprofit, our courses are our primary source of financial support so we can provide scholarships to low-income individuals for our trainings and workshops, and continue to develop new content. Please also note that it’s extremely important that people not facilitate this curriculum without having gone through the training. The content is sensitive and requires deep understanding in order to avoid doing harm. Sharing your login or any downloaded content violates our Terms of Use. That said, we are happy to offer discounts if you’d like to take these courses with a group. Just send us an email at [email protected] for more information.

How long do I have to complete a course?

Can I get a scholarship?
Yes. We offer scholarships to individuals who have financial need. Fill out this form and we will respond to your request within 30 days.

Are there group discounts available?

Yes. If you’d like to register for our courses as a group, please email [email protected] to get discounts for your expanded team.

Do you offer refunds?

If, within 30 days of your purchase, you are unsatisfied with the course, email [email protected] and we will give you a refund.