Cuddler training programme: the Practitioner Pack topics

This page presents the training topics. For practitioner registration and the current detailed programme, contact info@drhugger.gr. This information does not in itself constitute a contractual offer or request for payment.

Training structure and topics

1. Foundations: definitions, a strictly platonic framework, roles and limitations.
2. Consent: free choice, ongoing confirmation, non-verbal cues and stopping.
3. Boundaries: personal, professional, communication and physical-space boundaries.
4. Communication: preparation, expectations, difficult conversations and bringing sessions to a clear close.
5. Safety: prerequisites, rules for stopping, check-in/check-out and incident awareness.
6. Privacy: minimal data, information that must not be collected and secure channels.
7. Practical application: scenarios, role-play, reflection and final preparation for assessment.

Learning outcomes that must be demonstrated

• Explain accurately what the service is not.
• Ask for clear consent without pressure.
• Stop immediately if there is doubt or refusal.
• Recognise requests outside the role’s scope and avoid improvising.
• Handle only the minimum approved data.
• Use the appropriate route for escalating an issue to a responsible person.

What to confirm before making a commitment

• Trainers and the programme lead.
• A detailed timetable and workload.
• Materials, usage rights and accessibility.
• Scoring, reassessment, appeals and record-keeping.
• Pricing, refunds, support and contractual terms.