Nursing Pathways in Psychedelic Care

There is one required textbook for this course:

• The Secret Chief Revealed, Revised 2nd Edition

Yes, there are four live Zoom meetings in this program that are scheduled for weeks 2, 4, 6, and 8. Each of these meetings will be one hour long and will involve “fireside” conversations on what students found most interesting in the assigned Module. If for some reason you are unable to attend one of these live sessions, with advanced notification, a recording of the session can be provided for you to view at a later time. In addition, a task will be assigned to ensure that you have a solid understanding of any material that was covered during the missed session. This way, you can still fully engage with the program and get the most out of it, even if you’re unable to attend all of the live sessions.

Absolutely! This program is open to anyone who is interested in learning the basics of psychedelic research and plant medicines, regardless of whether or not they work in a nursing or coaching role. Whether you’re a healthcare professional, a business leader, or simply someone who is interested in exploring psychedelic research, you are welcome to enroll in this program. While the course is taught through the lens of nursing and caregiving, the concepts and tools you’ll learn can be applied to a wide range of personal and professional contexts.

Are you looking for a way to start your educational knowledge with the novice insights of psychedelics and plant medicines? If you’re a curious individual looking to gain basic knowledge of psychedelic-assisted therapy (PAT) and how it involves supported experiences with psychedelic medicines in carefully curated environments, then this course is ideal for you.  The course will cover topics to start your journey in becoming a psychedelic informed nurse.

By enrolling in this program, you’ll have the opportunity to explore both the ancient wisdom of plant medicine, and the historical and modern concepts of psychedelic medicine and the role nurses can play as support coaches.

Join us and let this course be the first step in your journey toward exploring your potential as a Psychedelic Integration Facilitator.

Completing Nursing Pathways in Psychedelic Care will provide you with cutting-edge knowledge in the emerging field of psychedelic-assisted therapy and integrative mental health.

While this course does not certify you to administer psychedelic therapy, it equips you with the foundational skills and understanding to support clients, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and expand your nursing practice.

What You Can Do After Completing This Course:

🔹 Enhance Your Practice as a Nurse Coach

• Provide integrative psycho-spiritual support for clients exploring psychedelic-assisted therapy.
• Explore with clients the preparation and integration of psychedelic experiences.
• Apply holistic approaches to mental health care, trauma recovery, and addiction support.

🔹 Support Clients in Clinical & Community Settings

• Offer harm reduction and safety education for those considering psychedelic use.
• Serve as a trusted resource for patients and families navigating alternative healing modalities.
• Collaborate with psychedelic-assisted therapy clinics, wellness centers, or integrative health practices.

🔹 Contribute to Research & Advocacy

• Stay informed about clinical trials and psychedelic-assisted therapy research.
• Advocate for evidence-based, ethical nursing roles in psychedelic care.
• Help shape the future of policy and professional standards for psychedelic nursing.

🔹 Expand Career Opportunities

• Join multidisciplinary teams in emerging psychedelic therapy settings.
• Consult with mental health professionals and holistic practitioners.
• Pursue further training or certification in psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy support roles.

By completing this course, you’ll be positioned at the forefront of a rapidly growing field, gaining the expertise needed to integrate psychedelic care principles into your nurse coaching, holistic nursing, and mental health practice. 🚀

Ready to take the next step?
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The program is 4 modules across 8 weeks, providing you with two weeks to complete the readings and video assignments.

• Watch the online modules provided every two weeks.
• Complete the readings and links to additional resources to further deepen your understanding of the psychedelic research concepts.
• Participate in the discussion group by sharing your own reflections and insights to experience a learning community.
• Join the Fireside Chat Zoom meetings for opportunities to ask questions and discuss the role of nurses in psychedelic-assisted care and research.

Yes, 40 contact hours.

Integrative Nurse Coach Academy is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number 17700 for 40 contact hours.

This program is 40 contact hours divided over the course of 8 weeks. This course was designed with working nurses in mind, so you should expect to spend 4-6 hours per week on your coursework. Weekly due dates for assignments will be clearly explained in each module. 

Beyond assignment due dates, your timed open book final exam will be open over a specific period of time (i.e. 72 hours), during which you may retake the test if you do not pass it the first time.

LPNs, RNs, and APNs are eligible to take this course and earn contact hours.

All other healthcare professionals are welcome to join us, but will need to check with their board to see if they will accept these contact hours toward license renewal.

Classes will be conducted via pre-recorded training modules, reading assignments, asynchronous discussions, reflective journaling, case studies, quizzes, and a final exam (timed, open book). This allows you the greatest flexibility in learning the materials on your own schedule.

Your instructors will be available via email and Zoom office hours (video conferencing) to answer questions and otherwise assist you in mastering the evidence-based materials presented.

To take part in this program, you will need access to a computer and a stable internet connection. It’s also important to set aside a few hours a week to go through the course materials without being interrupted.

All nurses are welcome to take this program. All other healthcare professionals are welcome to join us, but will need to check with their board to see if they will accept these contact hours toward license renewal