This course lays out the foundation of the use of sacred plants through historical, cultural, indigenous, ‘traditional’ and contemporary lenses. We will explore topics such as shamanism in Amazonia, peyote use among the Wixárika, psilocybin use among the Mazatec, iboga in Africa, and many other cultural practices amongst other groups. We will discuss and analyze critical social issues such as globalization, tourism, cultural appropriation, commodification, patents, reciprocity, conservation, legality, ethics, sexual abuse, practitioner’s training and more. 

The course will create bridges between the worlds of ceremonies and psychedelic therapies. Students will learn how to incorporate this knowledge into their professional practices – either clinical or social science research, work clients or ceremonial circles – as well as their personal lives. Through multiple perspectives and the rich histories and cultures of psychedelic plant medicines, students will be able to deepen their understanding of the expanding future of psychedelic plant medicines in ways that are equitable, safe, and just, and ways we can give back to and honor the cultures from which these practices stem. 

Learn about the rich histories and cultures of psychedelic plant medicines and incorporate this knowledge into your life and career

July 28th – November 10th, 2026, 10:30am-12:00pm PT / 1:30pm-3:00pm ET

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Course Curriculum

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About this course

  • The format of the classes is hybrid, including a pre-recorded 1-hour lecture for students to watch on their own time and a 1.5-hour live Q&A and discussion session on Zoom with the professor. Coming into the discussion classes, students are expected to have watched the recordings and read the readings which are listed in the syllabus.

TESTIMONIALS

“Thank you so much for the opportunity and for the sacred knowledge and wisdom and teaching and most importantly for all the great work that you all do, it is critical. I am incredibly grateful for the priceless wisdom and insight gained during my previous experiences with Chacruna, which have profoundly influenced my journey with sacred earth medicines, and my own medicine practice as a Pharmacist”

Mike Bonertz, Pharmacist

Registration

Price $1,100 USD

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The price for CE credits is $560 USD, with a total of 28 CE Credits offered.


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FAQ

  • What is the format of the classes?

    The format of the classes is hybrid, including a pre-recorded 1-hour lecture for students to watch on their own time and a 1.5-hour live Q&A and discussion session on Zoom with the professor. Coming into the discussion classes, students are expected to have watched the recordings and read the readings which are listed in the syllabus.

  • What are the general requirements for the course?

    We ask that each student present at least 80% of participation throughout the course, whether it be by having your camera on for the whole class, actively listening, taking notes, providing questions/comments, etc. We also ask that each student read the readings for each class before they take place.

  • How much interaction is there with the professors?

    You will have the opportunity to ask questions to each professor in each of the discussion classes. The live 1.5 hour Q&A discussion part of the classes are an essential focus of the courses, with a very intimate and safe-space environment to explore any questions that might arise.

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