Discover Your Polyvagal Path

Polyvagal Institute is the founding home of Polyvagal Theory: If you're looking to immerse yourself in a welcoming global learning community, further your understanding of the theory, or Earn your Certificate, you are in the right place!

  • Special Interest

    Dive into a specific topic, practice, or area of study over a longer period of time. No previous knowledge of Polyvagal Theory is required.

  • The Polyvagal Certificate Course

    Safety, Connection & the Human Experience. This gold standard course is designed to serve as your comprehensive foundation in Polyvagal Theory.

  • Concentrations in the Application of Polyvagal Theory

    Starting with our flagship Polyvagal Certificate Course, these courses offer knowledge in applying Polyvagal Theory in specific areas.

  • Polyvagal Essentials

    Self-paced courses that introduce you to Polyvagal Theory. Accessible for all learners.

  • Organizational Training

    Pathways for organizations and businesses to bring polyvagal principles into their workplace & mission.

Earn Your Certificate & Become Polyvagal-Informed™

The Polyvagal Certificate Course: Safety, Connection & the Human Experience

This gold standard course is designed to serve as your comprehensive foundation in Polyvagal Theory

In-depth exploradion of the Polyvagal Theory and its application to our personal and professional lives
Your instructors include Dr. Stephen Porges and our team of leading experts from the fields of neuroscience, healthcare, and mental health
Understand the human nervous system and the role the vagus nerve plays in responding to perceived threat and stressors

Cohort 9 of Our Certificate Course Starts in September

Pay in full or in monthly installments.

Concentrations in the Application of Polyvagal Theory

Take the next step in growing your knowledge. Students in these courses typically earn their Polyvagal-Informed Certificate beforehand.

Polyvagal Essentials

Self-paced courses that introduce you to Polyvagal Theory. They're accessible for all learners and are available to start anytime!

Organizational Training

Our program develops individual awareness in each of your team members, leading to a shift in workplace culture as Polyvagal Principles are adopted.

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Join our global learning community and further your understanding of Polyvagal Theory & its applications.
Discover Your Polyvagal Path
Special Interest

Dive into a specific topic, practice or area of study over a longer period of time. No previous knowledge of Polyvagal Theory required.

The Polyvagal Certificate Course

Safety, Connection & the Human Experience. The gold standard course designed to serve as your comprehensive foundation in Polyvagal Theory.

Concentrations in the Application of PVT

Take the next step in growing your knowledge. Learners in these courses have typically taken The Polyvagal Certificate Course beforehand, but it is not required.

Polyvagal Essentials

Self-paced courses that introduce you to Polyvagal Theory. Accessible for all learners.

Organizational Training

Pathways for organizations and businesses to bring polyvagal principles into their workplace and mission.