Course Overview

What is Vital?

Vital is a comprehensive education course, ideal for medical specialists, mental health professionals, therapists, and wellness practitioners seeking to integrate psychedelic knowledge into their practice.

No specific licenses or prerequisites are required, though prior experience with non-ordinary states of consciousness and some educational background in psychedelics is recommended.

Application and Certificate

Upon completing the program and all prerequisites, students receive a Certificate in Integrative Psychedelic Studies. There is an option to specialize in one of five areas: 

  • Regenerative Business & Leadership

  • Depth & Jungian Perspectives

  • Somatics & Trauma

  • Spiritual Emergence

  • Microdosing

Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis with preference given to early applicants.

*Vital certificate does not grant any legal authorizations regarding psychedelic use.

Course Delivery and Structure

Vital is entirely remote, requiring a reliable internet connection and a device capable of streaming video. The program begins May 6th, 2025 and includes:

  • Weekly Live Classes: 2-hour lectures and Q&A sessions.

  • Study Groups: Weekly 90-minute sessions in small groups.

  • Supplementary Materials: Reading, videos, and podcasts.

  • Recorded Content: All lectures are available for review at any time.

  • Interactive Community: Access to an online platform for peer interaction and support.

Students must attend at least 80% of the study groups to remain in the program and successfully graduate. The program starts on May 6th, 2025, and runs until April 2026.

Fees

The total tuition is $10,500. A non-refundable payment is required within two weeks of acceptance to secure your spot. Payment plans are available through Affirm and Afterpay. An Early Bird discount of $2,000 is available for payments made by February 7th. Regional taxes may apply.

Continuing Education Credits

Students may be eligible for up to 68 Continuing Education (CE) credits upon completion, pending approval. CE credits are provided by the Spiritual Competency Academy (SCA) and are accepted by various professional boards. For specific CE inquiries, contact Johanna Hilla at johanna@psychedelicstoday.com or the SCA at info@spiritualcompetencyacademy.com.

Time Commitment

Expect to spend at least 3.5 hours per week in live classes and study groups, plus an additional 2 hours per week on supplementary materials. Regular journaling and reflection are encouraged to support personal integration.

Mentorship and Support

Students will have access to:

  • Weekly live lectures and Q&A sessions.

  • Weekly 90-minute study groups.

  • Peer interactions through an online community platform.

  • Biweekly office hours with Vital staff.

  • Optional biweekly discussion groups.

Important Dates

  • Program Start: May 6th, 2025

  • Early Bird Discount Deadline: February 7th, 2025

  • Break Period: Late December to Early January Holiday Season

  • Program End: April 2026

Early-Bird - February 7th

  • You must make your first payment to receive the early-bird offering

  • $2,000 off the program

  • Access to the Vital Book Club

  • The first 20 students get free access to our upcoming Navigating Psychedelics: Essentials of Psychedelic Therapy & Integration course (Starts February 17th).

  • Early access to our Vital Elements group (an open group to all current and past Vital students to connect and explore various topics and themes)

Introduction to Vital Psychedelic

Do you want to learn more about our 12-month program, Vital? Now you can! Sign up for our FREE Introduction to Vital course.

This free introductory course provides an in-depth look into Vital, our leading-edge psychedelic education program. Through community webinars, curated podcasts, class samples, and an in-depth program overview, participants will gain firsthand experience of Vital’s unique approach to psychedelic education, integration, and professional development.

An Introduction To Vital

Frequently Asked Questions

Program Certificate

  • You will be awarded a Certificate in Integrative Psychedelic Studies. There is also an option to receive a specialization in one of five areas: Regenerative Business & Leadership, Depth & Jungian Perspectives, Somatics & Trauma, Spiritual Emergence, and Microdosing.

  • No, this certificate does not grant any new legal authorizations regarding psychedelic use. It expands your competence and confidence but does not grant legal qualifications or vocational accreditations.

Fees

  • After acceptance, students must submit a non-refundable payment, deducted from the total tuition of $10,500, within two weeks. Payment plans are available via Affirm and Afterpay.

  • Yes, a $2,000 discount is available for those who pay by February 7th, 2025.

Applying and Admissions

  • No license or prerequisites are required. The program is designed for individuals looking for a community and structure within which to integrate psychedelic knowledge into their personal and professional lives.

    While many alumni are clinical professionals and holistic wellness practitioners who serve clients, the program is not limited to licensed mental health professionals or practitioners already seeing clients.

  • No, but some experience with non-ordinary states of consciousness and previous education on psychedelics are encouraged.

  • The application deadline is April 13th. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, with preference given to early applicants.

  • Yes, send any outstanding documents to vital@psychedelicstoday.com as soon as possible.

Course Delivery

  • All classes are 100% digital, requiring no travel. Students need a reliable internet connection and a device capable of streaming videos and videoconferencing.

    Experiential elective is a requirement of the program, and students are able to fulfill this requirement in a way that aligns with the experience the wish to have. Some students opt to travel to fulfill this requirement, but it is not mandatory.

    Additionally, the Vital team frequently attends psychedelic conferences and events around the world and will often organize meet-ups for Vital students and alumni. While these meet-ups are not required, we’d love to see you if you can make it!

  • All lectures are recorded and available for review. However, in order to graduate students must attend at least 80% of study groups.

  • Mandatory course materials are digital and open source. Some optional resources may require purchase, but this is at the student's discretion.

  • You will have access to the majority of recordings, resource lists, curriculum, and online community networks.

    Some presentations may only be available for a limited time due to licensing agreements.

Mentorship and Support

  • Students participate in weekly live lectures and Q&A sessions, weekly 90-minute study groups, and have access to an online community platform for peer interaction. Biweekly office hours with Vital staff and optional biweekly discussion groups (Vital Elements) are also available.

Continuing Education Credits

  • Yes, students may be eligible for up to 68 Continuing Education credits, pending approval. CE credits are provided by the Spiritual Competency Academy (SCA) and accepted by various professional boards. For specific CE inquiries, contact Johanna Hilla at johanna@psychedelicstoday.com or the SCA at info@spiritualcompetencyacademy.com.

Important Dates

  • Program Start: May 6th, 2025

    Early Bird Discount Deadline: February 7th, 2025

    Application Deadline: April 13th, 2025

    Break Period: Late December to Early January Holidays

    Program End: April 2026