Transpersonal Psychology Specialization Second Year Curriculum
First Quarter
Transpersonal Psychology: History and Foundations
An introduction to the major concepts, theories, practices and applications of transpersonal psychology, including the historical roots, the connections to the world's wisdom traditions, the major figures and debates in the field.
Nonordinary States of Consciousness
An experientially-focused course that focuses on nonordinary states of consciousness and their role in psychospiritual growth. Consideration is given to a variety of practices and experiences such as meditation, guided imagery, creativity/art, shamanic journeying and holotropic breathwork. Additional topics include spiritual emergencies, spiritual bypassing, the prepersonal/transpersonal distinction and states vs. stages of development.
Second Quarter
Transpersonal Inquiries: Consciousness and Psychospiritual Development
A more in-depth inquiry into transpersonal topics, including higher/deeper potentials for human experience of the Divine (Ultimate Reality) as described by mystics and teachers from various traditions. Additional topics according to student interests: e.g. birth and death, children's spirituality, transpersonal studies and science, contemporary perspectives on the evolution of consciousness.
Transformative Practices for Mind, Heart, Body, Spirit and Shadow
An experientially-oriented course that focuses on practices designed to create enduring transformations or developmental growth. Explores practices that are drawn from spiritual traditions, psychological approaches and the leading edge of contemporary paradigms.
Third Quarter
Integral Studies: An Emerging Perspective
A focus on the field of integral studies, which has emerged out of the transpersonal arena. Examines the notion of the evolution of consciousness and the All-Quadrants-All levels map, as well as applications in integral psychology, spirituality and other areas depending on student interests.
Integral Approaches to Sacred Activism
An experiential and action-focused course that looks more deeply into applications of transpersonal/integral perspectives in service to the needs of our world. Contributes to and expands upon student application projects.
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