A Practical Guide to the SAATA Diploma

Your Guide to the SAATA Diploma Exam

With Aruna Gopakumar, TSTA (P)

The SAATA Diploma is a unique and deeply personal milestone. It isn’t just an academic test, it’s a reflective process where you demonstrate your growth and transformation using Transactional Analysis. Crafting your submission requires both introspection and clarity in applying TA concepts to your lived experience.

To support you through this journey, Aruna Gopakumar, Teaching and Supervising Transactional Analyst (TSTA), has created a series of videos. Available exclusively here on The School of You LMS, this course will help you prepare and write your exam with confidence and clarity.

Currently there are 12 videos in the course, most in the range of 12 – 20 min, though some are longer. These videos offer

• An overview of the SAATA Diploma exam
• Key guidelines: what to do, what to avoid, and how to stay aligned with the evaluation criteria
• A walkthrough of Section A (self-analysis), including:
  • The purpose and structure of this section
  • Three annotated sample responses
  • Common pitfalls to avoid

• A guided tour through Section B, with insights into the intent behind each question
• Sample answers illustrating how to integrate TA theories effectively—on topics like intrapsychic processes, psychological games, and contractions
• A practical video on referencing, citation tools, and formatting best practices

These videos are designed to demystify the exam while being both encouraging and practical—offering you structure, guidance, and a clear understanding of what evaluators are looking for. Whether you’re just beginning or polishing your final draft, you’ll find valuable tools and insights to support you throughout the process.

You’ve done a lot of hard work to get here. Let this guide help you showcase it with confidence.

Good luck with your Diploma submission!

An overview of the SAATA Diploma exam: This video is available for Free preview. Click below.