Integrating psychedelic coursework into higher education: A toolkit for academic leaders

This free guide aims to "help educators and academic leaders introduce didactic psychedelic therapy coursework into their programs. Whether you’re looking for ways to start the conversation with colleagues, seeking resources, or simply looking to build a teaching cohort, this introductory toolkit has everything you need to get started … Psychedelic research has proliferated in recent years, demonstrating both safety and efficacy across this class of interventions, and building momentum for mainstream clinical application. The work has generated an attendant interest from students in learning more about the history, science, and clinical protocols of psychedelic therapy. In response, a handful of universities throughout the United States recently introduced curriculum covering psychedelic research and potential clinical applications across various departments and courses, with instructors generating original course content and materials.  Generally, these courses focus on providing introductory knowledge of psychedelics, familiarizing students with potential therapeutic use, clinical trial protocols, mechanisms of action, safety, and ethics. Many courses cover a combination of additional topics depending on the interests and expertise of the instructor. These may include drugs-in-development, treatment models, the historical context or global history of psychedelics, policy issues, diversity challenges in the field, and more."

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