Level 1 TG: Intro to the Multiverse Certificate Course
Get an introduction to how RPGs and the multiverse can drive adult readiness through PBL and SEL as we work through the 13 Phases of Character Building. Learn to move from out-game character development to in-game role-playing.
Intro to the Multiverse - Level 1 Teacher-Gamer is a beginner-friendly, hands-on introduction to the Teacher-Gamer Method — perfect for DMs, teachers, therapists, youth workers, and parents who want to bring tabletop role-playing games into learning spaces safely, confidently, and creatively.
Level 1 TG: Intro to the Multiverse Certificate Course at Hero Workshop, in-person Culver City, California
24-hour in-person accelerator course designed for educators, facilitators, and creative guides ready to step into the Teacher-Gamer world.
What You'll Learn
TTRPG Foundation & LARPing
Master the basics of introducing tabletop role-playing, co-storytelling, and live action role-playing (LARP)
Character Development
Guide students through meaningful character creation and game-based learning (GBL)
Learning Integration
Connect gaming mechanics and project-based learning (PBL) to educational outcomes and social-emotional learning (SEL)
Course Includes
- Introduction to Role-Playing Games (RPGs) fundamentals
- Understanding the multiverse concept in education
- Project-Based Learning (PBL) integration strategies
- Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) through gaming
- Complete guide through the 13 Phases of Character Building
- Practical exercises and activities
- A PDF copy of the Teacher-Gamer Handbook
- Certificate of completion
Course Curriculum
Theory meets Practicum
- How to introduce running safe SEL (social emotional learning) tabletop role-playing game (TTRPG) sessions for youth and adults
- How to ramp up and co-world build with players from scratch
- How to turn gameplay into SEL, collaboration, and real learning outcomes
- How to facilitate groups with confidence (even if you're new to DMing)
- How to co-design quests, challenges, and story arcs that support growth
- How to bring TTRPGs into classrooms, homeschools, therapy, and camps
Hands-on creative skills you'll practice
- The 13-Phase Character Build
- Role-play gamify regular tabletop games
- The Teacher-Gamer Skillset + How-To-Play Skillset
- Terrain building basics (10 phases)
- Miniature painting
- Kinaesthetic activities for embodied learning
Ready to Start Your Journey?
Join hundreds of educators who are transforming their classrooms through game-based learning.
Enroll in Intro to Multiverse