The Graduate Institute is dedicated to supporting the needs of health care providers, holistic practitioners, and all individuals focused on health and wellness in a sustainable society.

The Certificate in Integrative Health Studies is a 12-credit program that celebrates health as the optimal alignment of body, mind, and spirit – not merely the absence of disease. The program provides a unique opportunity for cutting-edge practitioners to explore contemporary, mind/body approaches to health and well-being. It is offered under the support of forward-thinking organizations and leading researchers and practitioners.

The Certificate program is self-contained. It also satisfies the requirements for 12 credits toward the Master of Arts degree in Integrative Health and Healing offered by The Institute. Thus, qualified participants who complete the certificate may seamlessly enter the Master of Arts program with 12 credits.

During the 9-month period, a community of approximately 15 participants meets monthly (Friday evening, 5-9pm & Saturday, 9-5pm) to explore aspects of integrative medicine. Each weekend event is devoted to a comprehensive examination of specific protocols and schemes, including but not limited to these topics:

• Allopathy in context of integrative models

• Osteopathy

• Ayurveda

• Oriental Medicine

• Homeopathy

• Naturopathy

• Energy Medicine (i.e. Reiki and other modalities)

• Psychoneuroimmunology/Non-local Healing

• Bodywork and movement therapies

Participants attend weekend sessions, participate in dialogue with presenters and community colleagues, and develop a body of work in an “e-portfolio.” Hands-on experiences with new modalities support understanding, and multiple approaches to teaching ensure that participants of diverse learning styles are empowered to apply ideas in effective ways.
 

Application Process and Requirements

Application requirements for certificate program candidates who wish to earn graduate credits include the following:

• Completed application

• 1-2 page personal vision statement

• Two letters of recommendation

• Official undergraduate transcript from an accredited institution

• Immunization records (if required)

• Copy of current CV or resume

Certificate candidates who wish to audit the program must declare their intention during the application process.
 

Tuition and fees

Tuition is currently $343 per credit (or credit equivalent). Additional fees include an application fee of $60, and a program fee of $385. Total cost for the 12-credit certificate program is $4,501. The fee for Audit status is the same.
 

Payment Schedule

Tuition is paid in two installments. The first installment of $2,443.00 includes the program fees and is due with the application. The second payment of $2,058.00 is due prior to the program’s mid-way point, i.e., upon completion of six credits.