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Certification for RSP, CST, and CST-T

Detailed information about the requirements for RSP, CST, and CST-T are found in the STA Handbook (revised February 2024). Members already familiar with the current Handbook are directed to Appendix G, which details the material changes between the old and new versions.

Jotform logoStarting in 2024, STA has moved from a paper form system to an online system using the Jotform platform. The forms included in the STA Handbook are for informational purposes only and to help the applicant collect the necessary documents and information in advance of working on the electronic form.

Overall Workflow

STA members begin using Jotform by completing their STA Member Profile. If you have not already done so, please email sta@sandplay.org to request an invite. Completing the profile will automatically assign forms to you based on your current level of certification or the level you are working toward.

STA Members may also use the links below to access the online forms needed for RSP, CST, CST-T, and final case reader certification. If you received an email with a link to one of these forms (after completing your profile), using that link will pre-populate the form with your STA Member Profile information; using the links in the table below will not pre-fill the form, but are the same in all other respects.

Forms in the certification process are generally initiated by the applicant and then (as necessary) forwarded to other parties to complete their portions and sign/approve. For example, an RSP applicant completes the information about their personal sandplay process as well as their therapist’s information; upon submission, the form is sent to the therapist for them to confirm the information and sign. Once complete, a PDF copy of the form is sent to the applicant, the therapist, and the STA Admissions Committee.

Using Jotform and Transitioning from Paper to Online Forms

STA Jotform Instructions is a companion document to the STA Handbook that details the new online form system. It includes a cross-reference for each paper form and its new electronic counterpart. For those members who have already completed some of their forms under the old paper form system, STA Jotform Instructions includes detailed instructions covering what to do with each of your completed paper forms. It also includes instructions on how to use the new Education & Training Google worksheet to keep track of and submit your record of education and training completed.

Certification level Forms used
Associate, RSP, CST, CST-T
RSP
CST
Advisory Committee
CST Final Case Reader
CST-T

* see Jotform Instructions for details

CST-T: Final Case Reader
Trainee