Course:

Comprehensive Preparation for Psychodrama Certification.

with Dr. Scott Giacomucci


Module 4. Sociometry.

This Module instructs on Sociometric assessment, analysis, and intervention in social structures of individuals, families, groups, organizations, communities, and systems. 


$55

(100 Days Access)




Module 4 of 7 in Psychodrama ABE exam preparation course.
Dr. Giacomucci has served as a grader for the ABE exam in the past while publishing and teaching extensively in each of the seven exam areas. He presents in great detail how to prepare for and take the Sociometry section of the ABE exam.


Participants will be able to:

-Understand how to use sociometry to assess and intervene in group dynamics.

-Distinguish between tele and transference.

-Describe Moreno’s sociometric concept of Encounter.

-Comprehend the sociometric concept of the Social atom and how to use it with a protagonist in your group.

-Learn about the Role diagram.

-Understand sociometric tests and Moreno used them in Who Shall Survive.

Module Includes:


Video lecture on: 

-Sociometry in Group Dynamics

-When to Conduct a Sociometric Exploration

-Difference Between Tele & Transference

-Concepts: Social Atom & Role Diagram

-Structure of Sociometry Test Section

Reading materials:

-Giacomucci S. (2021) Social Work, Sociometry, and Psychodrama: Experiential Approaches for Group Therapists, Community Leaders, and Social Workers. Chapter 6: Psychodrama and Social Work Theory 

-Giacomucci S. (2021) Social Work, Sociometry, and Psychodrama: Experiential Approaches for Group Therapists, Community Leaders, and Social Workers. Chapter 11: Experiential Sociometry Practice and Safety Structures with Groups

Main Content

· Video lectures - 87 min

· Handouts - 38 min 



Breaks - 25 min 

Each 50 min of content requires a 10 min break that will be included in your total certified hours


Hours for Certificate

· 2:30 Hours Total






Information on Continuing Education Credits


Psychodrama professional certification training hours: 

• American Board of Examiners - ABE accepts a maximum of 120 training hours for psychodrama distant learning. This module/course will count as asynchronous distance-learning as long as the primary trainer approves it.

• Psychodrama Association for Europe e.V.: We are working on getting board approval and will update this information shortly. 

• International Boards: You may be able to submit this certificate to your local Psychodrama board. Please contact your respective local board for information.

To obtain Psychodrama training hours:

a) Pass the test with at least 70% correct

b) Fill in the survey 


Experiential training hours: 

• International Society of Experiential Professionals: ISEP accepts experiential training hours administered by a TEP trainer. More information will be provided shortly. 


Social workers, Marriage and Family Therapists, and Professional Counselors: 

• We are working on getting board's approvals and will update this information shortly. 

Other Disciplines:

• You may be able to submit this certificate for credits in other mental health disciplines. Please contact your local board for information.

Comprehensive Preparation for Psychodrama Certification. 7 Modules


This course is on exam preparation for the psychodrama certification exam administered by the American Board of Examiners (ABE) in Sociometry, Psychodrama, and Group Psychotherapy. The course instructor, Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP, has served as a grader for the ABE exam in the past while publishing and teaching extensively in each of the seven exam areas. Students can buy each module separately or the full course with the bundle discount. 



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