Academy of Intrinsic Studies

FROM TRAINING TO PRACTICE IN 6 MONTHS

Your Complete Path to Licensed Facilitation

Why Our Graduates Start Practicing Faster:
→ 150 hours of course work
→ Built for working professionals
→ Full state of Colorado (DORA)
compliance guaranteed


Limited seats remaining in the May 2026 cohort

Limited seats remaining in the May 2026 cohort

Program Philosophy

WHY BRIDGING SCIENCE AND SPIRIT IS ESSENTIAL

Becoming a world-class facilitator requires understanding both the therapeutic potential and the psychological risks of psychedelic experiences. Our comprehensive training ensures facilitators can provide appropriate safety measures while supporting meaningful transformation.


Program Philosophy

WHY BRIDGING SCIENCE AND SPIRIT IS ESSENTIAL

Becoming a world-class facilitator requires understanding both the therapeutic potential and the psychological risks of psychedelic experiences. Our comprehensive training ensures facilitators can provide appropriate safety measures while supporting meaningful transformation.


Mastery Through

Holistic Excellence

DORA-APPROVED NaTuRaL MeDIcINe FaciLiTaToR CeRTiFicaTioN

Core Training Architecture: 150 hours of intensive professional development designed to unlock your capacity as a skilled facilitator who bridges scientific rigor with spiritual wisdom.

PRoFeSSioNaL DeVeLoPMeNT PHaSe

Phase 1: Foundation Mastery

Phase 1: Foundation Mastery
(Weeks 1-5)

Phase 2: Clinical Integration


Phase 2: Clinical Integration
(Weeks 6-15)


Phase 3: Sacred Space Architecture


Phase 3: Sacred Space Architecture
(Weeks 16-26)


* Phase 4: Supervised Practicum


* Phase 4: Supervised Practicum
(After core completion)


Phase 5: Professional Integration



Phase 5: Professional Integration
(after course + practicum completion)



FocuS ARea

Ethical frameworks, legal compliance, facilitation principles

Psilocybin-specific protocols, trauma-informed approaches, safety systems


Advanced facilitation, cultural integration, professional boundaries

Real-world application with expert mentorship and regulatory preparation


Post-licensure consultation meeting DORA's full-license requirements

DeLiVeRy

Live Online
+ Self-Paced

Live Online
+ Self-Paced

Live Online
+ Self-Paced

In-Person Colorado

Remote
Cohort


TiMeLINe

Weeks 1-5

Weeks 6-15

Weeks 16-26

After Core
Completion

After Course
and Practicum Completion

Professional Outcome: Submit AIS Professional Certificate to DORA for Natural Medicine Clinical Facilitator or Natural Medicine Facilitator (non-clinical) licensing based on your professional background.

* 40-hour supervised practicum will be offered through our DORA-approved practicum partner

CoMMUNITY FEATURES

Core Training Architecture: 150 hours of intensive professional development designed to unlock your capacity as a skilled facilitator who bridges scientific rigor with spiritual wisdom.

Live Online Professional Cohorts — Collaborative learning with peer practitioners
Case-Based Learning Laboratories — Scenario-driven professional skill development
Professional Peer Network — Slack channels, study groups, ongoing mentorship
Continuing Education Integration —APA & ANCC provider approvals pending

Investment and Next Steps

Investment and
Next Steps

Our cohorts in Colorado in 2026:

Accelerated Cohort 1: May 11-Aug. 30th
Standard Cohort 1: June 15-Dec. 13
Accelerated Cohort 2: Aug. 10- Dec. 6

Our cohorts in Colorado in 2026:

Accelerated Cohort 1: May 11-Aug. 30th
Standard Cohort 1: June 15-Dec. 13
Accelerated Cohort 2: Aug. 10- Dec. 6

Our cohorts in Colorado in 2026:

Accelerated Cohort 1: May 11-Aug. 30th
Standard Cohort 1: June 15-Dec. 13
Accelerated Cohort 2: Aug. 10- Dec. 6

SPRING 2026 CoHoRT DeTaiLS

Accelerated Program (4 months)
Start Date: May 11th, 2026
Application Deadline:
May 4th, 2026

Standard Program (6 months)
Start Date: June 15th, 2026
Application Deadline:
June 8th, 2026

Class Size:
30 students
(limited seats remaining)

Format:
Online Synchronous
Asynchronous

Accelerated Program (4 months)
Start Date: May 11th, 2026
Application Deadline:
May 4th, 2026

Standard Program (6 months)
Start Date: June 15th, 2026
Application Deadline:
June 8th, 2026

Class Size:
30 students
(limited seats remaining)

Format:
Online Synchronous
Asynchronous

Accelerated Program (4 months)
Start Date: May 11th, 2026
Application Deadline:
May 4th, 2026

Standard Program (6 months)
Start Date: June 15th, 2026
Application Deadline:
June 8th, 2026

Class Size:
30 students
(limited seats remaining)

Format:
Online Synchronous
Asynchronous

COMPLETE
TRAINING PACKAGE

✓ 150-hour DORA-approved curriculum
✓ 40 hours consultation and mentorship
✓ Lifetime alumni network access
✓ AIS Facilitator Directory placement

* 40-hour supervised practicum will be offered through a DORA-approved practicum sites (cost not included in standard tuition rate)

TuiTION
COST

TuiTION COST

Standard tuition

$7,500

Tuition due in full 14 days after acceptance and prior to cohort start date

Limited seats remaining in the May 2026 cohort

Limited seats remaining in the May 2026 cohort

Limited seats remaining in the May 2026 cohort


Enrollment does not guarantee licensure; applicants are responsible for meeting all Colorado regulatory and practicum requirements.


Enrollment does not guarantee licensure; applicants are responsible for meeting all Colorado regulatory and practicum requirements.

Application Process

YouR PaTH To BecoMiNG a LiceNSeD FaciLiTaToR

Professional Consultation (30 minutes) — Confirm program alignment and answer specific questions

Professional Consultation (30 minutes) — Confirm program alignment and answer specific questions

Professional Consultation (30 minutes) — Confirm program alignment and answer specific questions

Comprehensive Application — Professional background, development goals, references

Comprehensive Application — Professional background, development goals, references

Comprehensive Application — Professional background, development goals, references

Admissions Interview — Values alignment and professional readiness evaluation

Admissions Interview — Values alignment and professional readiness evaluation

Admissions Interview — Values alignment and professional readiness evaluation

Admission Decision — If accepted, receive an offer within 7 business days

Program Enrollment — Secure your seat with an enrollment agreement and pay tuition costs

Program Enrollment — Secure your seat with an enrollment agreement and pay tuition costs

Program Enrollment — Secure your seat with an enrollment agreement and pay tuition costs

Frequently asked questions

YouR PaTH To BecoMiNG a LiceNSeD FaciLiTaToR

What makes AIS different from other natural medicine training programs?

What makes AIS different from other natural medicine training programs?

What makes AIS different from other natural medicine training programs?

Do I need prior experience with natural medicine?

Do I need prior experience with natural medicine?

Do I need prior experience with natural medicine?

Can I practice immediately after graduation?

Can I practice immediately after graduation?

Can I practice immediately after graduation?

What if I'm not in Colorado?

What if I'm not in Colorado?

What if I'm not in Colorado?

Will I have the opportunity to consume natural medicine during the course of my training?

Will I have the opportunity to consume natural medicine during the course of my training?

Will I have the opportunity to consume natural medicine during the course of my training?

Will this program turn me into a healer?

Will this program turn me into a healer?

Will this program turn me into a healer?

Academic Resources and Policies

Standard operating procedure outlining grading criteria, eligibility requirements, and assessment standards for pass/no pass courses.

PASS/NO PASS GRADING

Standard operating procedure outlining grading criteria, eligibility requirements, and assessment standards for pass/no pass courses.

STUDENT CONDUCT POLICY

Comprehensive guidelines for student behavior, expectations, and disciplinary procedures to maintain a safe and respectful learning environment.

ADMISSIONS PAUSE POLICy

Procedures for temporary suspension of admissions, stakeholder communication, and reinstatement processes.

CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS

Complete requirements for certification including attendance, participation, grading standards, and final practicum details.

AI USAGE POLICy

Guidelines for responsible use of artificial intelligence tools in academic work, including disclosure requirements and academic integrity standards.

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