WHAT ARE THE AIMS OF THE PROGRAMME?

To develop the theoretical and practical knowledge; and the professional and reflective practice of healthcare professionals interested in becoming psychedelically informed – transforming healthcare into a more effective and compassionate practice that understands how to support people and practitioners who choose to use psychedelic medicines.

WHO IS IT FOR?

Designed for those already working in professional practice, the programme is aimed at registered Health and Social Care professionals, or complementary practitioners with at least two years' experience.

Most applicants are: Psychotherapists, Counsellors, Psychologists, Mental Health Nurses, Social Workers, Occupational Therapists, Psychiatrists, Palliative Care Doctors, GPs or other Doctors with an interest in mental health, Complementary & Alternative Medicine Practitioners (with a University Degree and at least a Level 4 qualification & 2 years’ working experience in their CAM discipline.)

COURSE DETAILS

• 1-year postgraduate programme, delivered online, running from September – July each year.

• Live online weekend teaching (1 Saturday morning per month) and weekday evenings (90mins, twice a month).

• This is combined with self-directed learning, using the course materials provided.

HOW IS IT TAUGHT?

Over 250 hours of Level 6 (Degree/ SCQF Level 9 equivalent) Core Learning, with over 80 hours of ‘live’ teaching in a mix of small and large groups.

HOW TO APPLY

For more on the Professional Certificate, including the curriculum and details on Early Bird discounts, please visit the PsyEdu Website.