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Counseling Psychology [iPC] Courses
iPC 5000 integral Psychology orientation 0
This course introduces new students to the Integral Psychotherapy
master’s degree program. This is a required no-cost, no-credit course
that includes information for successful completion of the program.
iPC 5161 integral Theory a 3
This course begins with an introduction of the five elements of Ken
Wilber’s integral theory, including quadrants, levels, lines, states, and
types and examines their relevance as a framework for today’s world.
Topics include models of consciousness, premodern, modern, and
postmodern perspectives, the relationship of Self/self, and the
potential of integral psychology to deepen our understanding of and
help bring about personal psycho-spiritual development as well as
social/global change.
iPC 5162 integral Theory B 3
Building on the foundation laid down in IPC 5161, this course
continues the inquiry into the nuances of integral theory. In
particular, we will delve more deeply into Ken Wilber’s AQAL
theory—studying the relationship between the domains of
subjectivity, intersubjectivity, and objectivity. In addition, we will
explore how these three domains of reality interface at each level of
being in the world. Students will study the integral methodo logical
pluralism (IMP) of Wilber’s more advanced writings. Prerequisite:
IPC 5161.
iPC 5171 developmental Psychology 3
Explores how the development of the self is conceptualized and
perceived within a variety of perspectives including Piaget, Kegan,
object-relations theory, and self-psychology. These theories will be
expressed within an integral development model.
iPC 5172 Social and Cultural Psychology 3
Examines existing research on the way human beings influence and
affect each other’s behavior in group settings, and explores integral
perspectives of social change.
iPC 5175 Somatic Psychology 2
This course explores the basic concepts in the field of somatic
psychology. Through breath, movement, and the study of somatic
principles, students examine the body/mind connection and the
importance of embodied life experiences.
iPC 5177 enneagram assessment 3
The Enneagram will be presented as a model for understanding
defense strategies against experiencing and expressing one’s essential
self. The course will focus on developmental perspec tives of the
shadow and the Holy Ideas of each of the 9 enneatypes, as well as
intersubjective dynamics.
iPC 5179 Transpersonal Psychology 2
This course explores the basic theorists in transpersonal psychol ogy
including the work of Carl Jung, roberto Assagioli, Stan Grof, and
A.H. Almaas among others. Course also includes inquiry into states
of consciousness including meditation, dreams, and peak
experiences.
College of Professional Studies Course Descriptions
integral Psychology [iPP] Courses
iPP 5000 integral Psychology orientation 0
Introduces new students to the Integral Psychology master’s degree
program. This is a required no-cost, no-credit course that includes
information for successful completion of the program.
iPP 5005 research Preparation 0
This course will present the requirements and expectations for key
professional courses in the second and third years of the program.
This course will prepare students for IPP 5051–52 Integral research
A–B, externship, and the final integrative project or thesis. Students
will begin to explore how to connect and extend their education and
coursework into areas of profes sional application.
iPP 5007 fundamentals of Psychology 3
This course explores the major principles of psychoanalytic,
behavioral and humanistic/existential perspectives within an integral
context and shows the importance of these principles for
psycho-spiritual development. Pre- or co-requisite: COr 3145.
iPP 5010 developmental Psychology 3
Explores how the development of the self is conceptualized and
perceived within a variety of perspectives including Piaget, Kegan,
object-relations theory, and self-psychology. These theories will be
expressed within an integral development model. Pre- or
co-requisite: COr 3145.
iPP 5012 effective Communication a:
emotional dynamics 3
This course is an introduction to some basic principles and practices
of effective communication. Students explore the use of
communication in day-to-day life, relationships, counseling,
teaching, employment settings, and in other contexts for working
with people. Topics include presence, centering, listening skills, and
discriminating between content and process.
iPP 5013 effective Communication B:
intersubjectivity 3
This course continues to practice skills and principles of effective
communication: topics include emotional dynamics, conflict
management, and the importance of communication in social and
global issues. Pre- requisite: IPP 5012.
iPP 5015 Social and Cultural Psychology 3
Examines existing research on the way human beings influence and
affect each other’s behavior in group settings and explores integral
perspectives of social change. Prerequisite: IPP 5018.
iPP 5017 integral Theory a 3
This course begins with an introduction of the five elements of Ken
Wilber’s integral theory, including quadrants, levels, lines, states, and
types, and examines their relevance as a framework for today’s world.
Topics include models of consciousness, premodern, modern, and
postmodern perspectives, the relationship of Self/self, and the
potential of integral psychology to deepen our understanding of and
help bring about personal psycho-spiritual development as well as
social/global change. Prerequisite: COr 3145.
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