§ Curriculum

A twelve-month arc from first principles to supervised practice.

Each module pairs didactic instruction with case-based learning, supervised practice, and personal reflection — building toward a capstone competency evaluation.

Weeks 1–8

Foundations of Psychedelic Medicine

▸History and cultural context of psychedelic substances
▸Neuropharmacology: 5-HT2A, NMDA, and opioid receptor mechanisms
▸Clinical evidence: psilocybin, MDMA, ketamine, ayahuasca
▸Legal and regulatory landscape (DEA scheduling, FDA Breakthrough Therapy)
▸Ethics and risk management in psychedelic research

Weeks 9–18

Clinical Assessment & Patient Safety

▸Screening protocols and contraindication assessment
▸Psychological preparation and informed consent
▸Medical safety monitoring during sessions
▸Managing difficult experiences and adverse reactions
▸Trauma-informed care principles

Weeks 19–32

Therapeutic Frameworks & Session Facilitation

▸Evidence-based therapeutic models (ACT, CBT, psychodynamic integration)
▸Set and setting: environmental optimization
▸Non-directive facilitation techniques
▸Breathwork, somatic approaches, and embodiment practices
▸Supervision and peer consultation practices

Weeks 33–48

Integration & Advanced Practice

▸Post-session integration therapy techniques
▸Long-term outcome monitoring and follow-up protocols
▸Special populations: veterans, oncology, addiction
▸Practicum: supervised clinical hours (40 hours minimum)
▸Capstone case presentation and competency evaluation

Accreditation & Credits

Recognized credits for every clinical discipline.

AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™

64 CME credits

Physicians

CE Hours (Psychology)

64 CE hours

Psychologists (APA approved)

CE Hours (Social Work)

64 CE hours

LCSWs / LMSWs

CE Hours (Nursing)

64 contact hours

RNs / APRNs (ANCC accredited)

Supervised Practicum Hours

40+ hours

All clinical license types

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