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BECOME A LEADER IN INTEGRAL HEALTH

This degree offers holistic approaches to human health. Develop a deep understanding of the human mind, body, and spirit by exploring traditional global perspectives and approaches to medicine, science, religion, and philosophy.

The M.A. in Integral Health provides graduate students with a highly customizable foundation in global philosophical traditions, consciousness studies, and research methodologies. After completing seven core courses, students can design their own concentrations by choosing elective courses from any of CIHS’s M.A. programs, which includes Integral Health, Psychology, and Integral Noetic Sciences.

Degree Requirements

  • Core courses: 28 units
  • Electives: 24 units
  • Thesis: 4 units
  • Total: 56 units
 
Fifty-six graduate quarter units are required to complete the Master of Arts degree program in Integral Health. Thirty-two core curriculum graduate quarter units are earned in seven core courses designed to establish a basic foundation in the systems of philosophy and research methods. Twenty-four elective units are earned by completing elective courses drawn from Integral Health or other departments in consultation with the Program Director. Students are also required to complete a thesis, which comprises the final 4 units.   MA to PhD Pathway in Psychology This degree satisfies the prerequisites for matriculation into CIHS’ PhD in Integral Health program. Students enrolled in our MA to PhD program may transfer a maximum of 16 units from their CIHS MA in Integral Health into the CIHS Integral Health PhD program, subject to Program approval. If a student is continuing into a Ph.D. program at CIHS, Thesis units may be substituted with another elective course.

Concentrations (optional)

Students can choose, but are not required, to declare a concentration to complete an MA in Integral Health. Currently four different concentrations are offered: an Individually Designed Concentration (IDC) and a Program Designed Concentrations (PDCs).

The IDC option is flexibly designed between the student and the program director or other faculty that the program director assigns.

PDC’s reflect specific domains of expertise that the program offers students.  Students pursuing a PDC should schedule a meeting with the program director for instructions regarding admittance requirements and administrative details. PDCs are subject to change. 

 

Psychedelics, Consciousness, & Transformation Concentration (PDC)

This concentration offers an immersive journey into the realms of consciousness, transformation, and healing through the study of psychedelics and self-transcendence. Blending experiential learning with cutting-edge research, students will explore non-ordinary states of consciousness, the neuroscience of self-transcendence, and the therapeutic potential of psychedelics. With courses covering foundational practices, phenomenology, cultural history, and research methodologies, this concentration prepares students to navigate and integrate transformative experiences mindfully and ethically. Whether seeking personal growth, academic insight, or professional expertise, this concentration provides a rich, multidisciplinary foundation for understanding and utilizing the profound potential of psychedelics in healing and self-awareness.

Details about the Psychedelics, Consciousness, & Transformation concentration can be found here.

 

 

Yoga Therapy Concentration (PDC)

Details about the Yoga Therapy concentration can be found here.

 

Individually Designed Concentration (IDC)

The Individually Designed Concentration (IDC) option was created to meet the needs of students who wish to design a unique course of study within the MA in Integral Health degree program. Students with IDC concentrations complete the same core courses and units for the degree program and design the IDC within their elective course units. Students who want to pursue an IDC should schedule a meeting with the program director to review administrative details.

To start an IDC, the student identifies and secures a faculty advisor whose area(s) of expertise align with the student’s proposed area of study who agrees to oversee the IDC. The faculty advisor (which is often the program director) reviews and approves IDC coursework (including electives and, if necessary, independent studies) and eventually completes the student’s pre-graduation audit to confirm all IDC requirements have been met.  Typically, the IDC faculty advisor will also serve as the the student’s thesis advisor.

Course Details

Core Curriculum (28 Units)

  • Academic Writing Within the Human Sciences (4 units)
  • Foundations in Integral Studies (4 units)
  • Consciousness Studies (4 units)
  • Integral Spiritual Coaching (4 units)
  • Spiritual Education -Several options available (4 units)
  • Introduction to Qualitative and Quantitative Research Methods (4 units)
  • Integral Perspectives on Health (4 units)

 

Sample Electives (Choose 24 Units)*

  • Introduction to AMI Research** (4 units)
  • Integrative Anatomy & Physiology (4 units)
  • Survey of Complementary Methods/Medicine (4 units)
  • Subtle Energy Devices Survey** (4 units)
  • Electrophysiology & Biofeedback** (4 units)
  • Quantum Concepts for Biology and Consciousness (4 units)
  • Biophysics of Neuroscience (4 units)
  • Psychoacoustics (4 units)
  • Subtle Energy System I (4 units)
  • Introduction to Biophoton Research** (4 units)
  • Human Bio-field: Scientific & Philosophical Concepts (4 units)
  • Topic of Special Interests (2-4 units)
  • Consciousness-Based Medicine (4 units)
  • Independent Study (4 units)

 

Thesis (4 Units)

  • Thesis (4 units)
 

* Note: Specific electives must be taken if students pursue a concentration (PDC or IDC)

**Laboratory course (additional fees apply).

Program Outcomes

Graduates of CIHS’s Integral Health Master’s program will be able to:

  • PLO 1: Synthesize diverse studies in the human sciences and articulate their transdisciplinary nature, including psychology, integral health, philosophy of science, and reality theory.
  • PLO 2: Demonstrate empathic and formal communication informed by an integrated view of human interaction, scholarly sources.
  • PLO 3: Construct philosophical and scientific paradigms that advance systematic approaches to wellbeing.
  • PLO 4: Critically evaluate and solve problems in the human sciences in an integrally informed manner, through the use of qualitative and quantitative research.

Admissions

When you reach out for more information or to apply, you’ll immediately be connecting with one of the leaders in your field of study. Although today these individuals are distinguished professors, once upon a time they were in your shoes and they haven’t forgotten what it is like and what you need.

They are passionate about their area of study, and want to do everything they can to mentor the next generation of experts and leaders to rise up, and exceed what even they have accomplished. As true leaders they know that is the best way of ensuring that their their area of study continues to significantly advance. They want you to succeed, massively, and do everything they can to ensure that – right from the start.

During the application process these leaders will work hard to understand where you’re at and give you their best advice, even if that means not joining their program. All of our faculty and staff are devoted to what is best for you, and the profession they serve.

CIHS is a relatively small family of people who are having an outsized impact on the world. We involve everyone who could possibly be needed to ensure that it’s as easy as possible to join us, and that you thrive with us right from the start.

The admissions team is always ready and overjoyed to help you. The core team consists of the senior Professor for the program that we’ve just mentioned, also known as the Program Director, and the Dean of Admissions. The extended team includes the Provost (the most senior academic leader at the university) and key administrative members of her team such as the Registrar, the Dean of Student Assessments and Outcomes, and the Dean of Student Success. 

The program may be completed in person or 100% at a distance. 

International students from all countries are welcome in person or online.

In person classes are held at our campus in beautiful Encinitas California.

U.S. Based distance students must reside in one of the following states: AZ, CA, CO, DE, FL, HI, ID, IL, IN, KY, ME, MI, MS, MO, NE, NH, NJ, NY, NC, NV, OH, OK, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, WA. 

You can apply and be admitted to the program 4 times a year, at the start of each quarter.

We recommend beginning your application as soon as possible if you want to join the next start date.

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Why CIHS?

  1. Fully accredited by WSCUC & non-profit serving students since 1992
  2. Unique, highly customizable degree programs
  3. Well known, proven leaders in the fields we specialize in
  4. World-class faculty and research programs
  5. Year round enrollment with frequent and convenient start dates
  6. Ability to complete your program in person, 100% online, or a hybrid between the two
  7. 10 week classes so you can start and finish faster
  8. Flexible class hours for working professionals
  9. Holistic & integral approaches
  10. Welcoming and inclusive environment
  11. Small class size with personalized attention
  12. Exceptional student support services
  13. Access to CIHS’s labs and research centers, including our Laboratory for Consciousness Science and Subtle Energy Research Laboratories, as well as one of the largest Faraday cages in the region.
  14. Extensive networking and career preparation opportunities
  15. Diverse faculty and industry professionals from a variety of fields
  16. Located in the beautiful beach city of Encinitas in northern San Diego, 95 miles south of Los Angeles

 

The most important benefit of attending CIHS comes down to our focus on what we do.

We are the only fully accredited consciousness-based university in the U.S.

It’s what we’ve been exclusively focused on since our founding in 1992.

Since the beginning we’ve been a magnet for the top faculty, researchers, and students in the space.

If you want to advance the future of media technology, and have an outsized impact on the world with it, you go to the MIT Media Lab.

If you want to advance the understanding and applications of consciousness, and have an outsized impact on the world with it, you come to CIHS.

There truly is no other fully accredited institution dedicated to it like we are.

Frequently Asked Questions

 

What is a master’s in integral health?  

This master’s degree develops in students a deep understanding through advanced research-based study of the human mind, body, and spirit by exploring global approaches to medicine, science, religion, and philosophy.

Does the master’s degree lead to any licensure or certification?

There are no licensing or certifications required in the field of integral health. Certain specialties such as Yoga Therapy, Holistic Health Practice do require certifications and licenses to practice, and requirements may vary state by state.

What are some possible career tracks?

  • Healthcare – Holistic health professionals; Health coaching for individuals and groups; Various allied health careers; Adjunctive modalities for medical professionals.
  • Academia – Higher education professor; academic dean; program director.
  • Business – Yoga Instructor & business owner; corporate and religious organization leadership at the supervisor; manager; director; VP; COO and CEO levels.
  • Research – Diagnostic and therapeutic science research for health professionals.

Faculty

Greg Lane, DACM

Program Director &
Lead Faculty

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