• Represents the highest credential as it comes from the developer of the modality – Jean-Pierre Barral.
• Communicates a commitment to safe, ethical practice.
• Provides a competitive edge – establishes you as a dedicated professional with the highest standards of excellence.
• Gains credibility - when you are tested on the techniques and information, you learn it at a much deeper and more comprehensive level.
• Enhances networking visibility - your listing on the Barral Institute website will designate that you are Certified.
• Increases employment opportunities – employers know Certified practitioners have proven their level of knowledge and hands-on ability.
• Reassures clients – clients are becoming more savvy and are looking for the most trained practitioners; holding a Certification shows that a practitioner has not only studied that training, but they have mastered the material.

After the Visceral Techniques Level, you may use the designation, CVTP.
After the Visceral Manipulation Level, you may use the designation, CVMP.

After the Neural Manipulation Practitioner Level, you may use the designation, CNMP.

After the Barral Institute Diplomate Level, you may use the designation, BI-D.

The cost for the Certification Program is divided as such:

• Visceral Techniques Certification $400*
  • This includes the at-home written exams for each class level (VM1-VM4), as well as the oral/practical exam (VM1-VM4).
• Visceral Manipulation Certification $300*
  • This includes the at-home written exams for both class levels (VM5-VM6), as well as the oral/practical exam (VM5-VM6).
• Neural Manipulation Certification $600*
  • This includes the at-home written exams for class levels (NM1-4), as well as the oral/practical exam (NM1-4).
• Barral Institute Diplomate - the cost to complete the full BI-D Certification includes the three Certification sections noted above, as well as the successful completion of the following classes: VVML, VVMU. MAUE, MALE, MASP, NM5; and approval by Jean-Pierre Barral, Alain Croibier and Gail Wetzler.

*The Certification Programs includes a block of time for the practical exam and case review. When you book the appointment, discuss with your examiners the expectations. If the time is not sufficient, the examiner will charge an additional $150 per hour that you will compensate them directly at that time.

Yes, you will be given credit for having completed the corresponding class. Many people find it helpful to purchase the current study guides and to repeat classes.

Visceral Manipulation: Abdomen 1 (VM1) - corresponds to VM1A
Visceral Manipulation: Abdomen 2 (VM2) - corresponds to VM1B
Visceral Manipulation: The Pelvis (VM3) - corresponds to VMII and PIVM
Visceral Manipulation: The Thorax (VM4) - corresponds to VMII and PIVM
Visceral Manipulation: Manual Thermal Evaluation and Introduction to VisceroEmotional (VM5) - corresponds to AVM
Visceral Manipulation: VisceroEmotional Relationships (VM6) - corresponds to AVMII

There are two levels of VM Certification – Techniques and Visceral Manipulation. The critical difference between the two is that Techniques Level covers VM1-VM4 and the Visceral Manipulation Level additionally covers VM5-VM6. All of the material is provided in the seminars, study guides, as well as the textbooks for each level.

The written exams consist of fill-in-the-blank, true/false and multiple choice questions.
They include:

• Anatomy/Physiology
• Indications/Contraindications
• Pathology
• Evaluation
• Techniques

The practical exams are given one-on-one or in a group setting. They consist of demonstrating and explaining various techniques to include:

• Anatomy
• Hand placement
• Tissue response
• Verbal accuracy
• Listening accuracy
• Evaluation/Technique

• It is highly recommended that you repeat the seminar levels when possible, as you learn the material at a deeper level each time you attend the class.
  • A person may repeat (VM1-6, NM1-4) for a substantially reduced rate of $250 USD per class while actively signed up for the corresponding Certification Program (upon space availability).
• Get involved in local Study Groups or help coordinate Study Groups in your region. Become qualified to be a Teaching Assistant.
• Practice with other Therapists in your area.
• All of the information for the testing will be found in the seminars, study guides, as well as in the textbooks.

• Candidates must first successfully complete the corresponding class or classes.
• Complete the application and sign up for the applicable Certification Program by registering with BI via phone or on-line and pay the registration fee.
• You will be e-mailed the at-home written exam(s) corresponding to the levels of classes that you have completed, or they can be found online at Student Resource View.
• Once complete, e-mail the exam(s) back to BI. Your test score(s) will be e-mailed to you within 2 weeks.
• Submit five (5) case write-ups following the required format via e-mail or fax.
• Once you have passed the written exams and submitted your case write-ups, you are eligible to sit for the oral/practical exam for the corresponding Level.
• You will receive a confirmation email stating your eligibility along with information on how to schedule your exam with a Certified Examiner.

• Maximum length: 1 page each
• Case Number: 1- 5
• Date: Last date of treatment
• Therapist: Your name
• Therapist Profession: Your profession
• Patient: Age and gender
• Symptoms: Presenting symptoms and/or diagnosis
• Evaluation at each session, including General Listening (VM and NM), Local Listening (VM) vertex listening (NM), chosen neural structures (NM), mobility test of nerve (NM)
• Treatment: Findings during evaluation, treatment techniques and procedures used, and number of treatments applied (Objective findings: recommended)
• Outcome: Results
• Discussion
• Here is an example of a VM case. (references are not required, but were listed)
• Submission waiver: students must also provide waiver stating BI can or cannot use their case studies in our databases and social media by filling out Case Submission Waiver

If you wish to take your cases a step further, while not required for certification, Barral Institute encourages publication of cases, as it furthers the credibility of this body of work, and makes more therapists aware of the potential of the Barral therapies. ONLY IF you wish to have your case considered for publication, please use our Suggested Case Study Format.  If you do not wish to use your cases for anything other than certification, use the format listed above.

• Once you have successfully completed the written exam requirements for a Level, you will receive an e-mail explaining the following details.
• You will find a listing of Certified BI Examiners at www.barralinstitute.com – Certification Program.
• Contact an individual Examiner to reserve your examination date and time (this may be one-on-one or in a group setting).
• When you sign up with a Certified Examiner, they will inform you of the address and directions to the testing site.
• You may need to provide a patient for your practical exam – check with the Certified Examiner.

Contact the Certified Examiner. Examiner's cancellation fees are applicable.

There is no waiting period to take the written exam, however we recommend that you give yourself sufficient time to review what was taught in the seminar.

The written exam for each class contains 25 questions depending on the class level. The practical exam requires 2-3 techniques from each class level and appropriate oral responses. The questions are selected to accurately reflect class knowledge and information necessary to effectively treat patients.

A passing score on each written and practical test is 80%.

You may retake the written exam up to 3 times (with a retest fee of $25 each time). After the third time, you will be required to repeat appropriate class levels before retesting.

You may retake the practical exam up to 3 times with a retest fee 50% the certification fee for each re-test (CVTP- VM1-4 = $200, CVMP- VM5-6 = $150, CNMP- NM1-4 = $300). After the third time, you will be required to repeat that level class before retesting.

Your certification fee is 100% refundable as long as you have not received any written tests. Your refund will be prorated $50 per written test that has been sent to you, whether you have completed the test or not. Refund requests must be made in writing (e-mail or mail). 

BI requires that each therapist certified in Visceral Manipulation and/or Neural Manipulation through BI certification program complete 24 hours every four years of BI-approved continuing education. This may be in the form of BI courses (participating or assisting). BI reserves the right to revoke certification for actions deemed inappropriate by the certification ethics committee. 

Send an e-mail to certification@barralinstitute.com containing the concern. There is a $15 fee for a new Certificate. A new certificate will be issued and mailed to you. Be sure to include your updated mailing information.

Send an e-mail to certification@barralinstitute.com containing the concern and the correct spelling. A new certificate will be issued and mailed to you. Be sure to include your updated mailing information.

Send an e-mail to certification@barralinstitute.com or a letter containing the concern and your new name. There is a $15 fee for a new Certificate. A copy of the marriage/divorce certificate/license must be included with the request (e-mailed, mailed or faxed). A new certificate will be issued and mailed to you. Be sure to include your updated mailing information. Mailing address: Barral Institute, 11211 Prosperity Farms Rd, D325, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410.

BI reserves the right to revoke certification for actions deemed inappropriate by the certification ethics committee.

What to expect:

• 2 hours (+) of personal education with a Neural Manipulation examiner. 
• Receive clarity about techniques, strategies or terminology that you have had questions about. 
• You will need to bring or arrange for another person to come with you for the hands-on testing procedures.
• The examiner is  expecting you to have clinical experience with neural manipulation techniques. 
  

How to prepare for the exam:

PART 1
Evaluation Procedure:
1. Perform a local listening at the vertex, RCPM and sacrum.
2. Relevant functional or mobility tests, such as those for the brachial, lumbar or sacral plexuses.
3. Demonstrate an appropriate musculoskeletal or functional test that is in association with this primary restriction. 
4. Describe a treatment plan based on your findings

Treatment Procedure:
1. The treatment will depend on the evaluation findings. 
2. The therapist will carry out the treatment. The therapist is guided to focus on: 

Accuracy and depth of palpation
Induction during expansion
Fascial tunnels
Release of buds

PART 2
Depending on the techniques that were performed in Part 1, in Part 2, you will be asked to perform 3-4  assessment and treatment techniques of the examiner’s choosing from NM1-NM4.

Palpation of the nerve or neuromeningeal structure
Listening assessment
Mobility assessment
Treatment 

Be prepared to verbalize your findings and answer questions about theories of NM and how it applies to your treatment. 

Note:  During the evaluation and treatment, questions may be asked to clarify:

Anatomical location
Depth of perception
Location of buds
Course of nerves