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PSYCHEDELICPRACTITIONERTRAINING© 2023 - 2025 The Resurgence Training Institute, Inc., All Rights Reserved.TABLE OF CONTENTS

Our name is a tribute to our core mission:weaving together diverse approaches to fosterholistic well-being and growth. Psychedelics are tools in this process, with theset, setting, and skilled guidance of practitionerscreating the foundation for healing andmeaningful, lasting change.W H OW E A R E“Legal, professionally-organizedretreats and trainings like Synthesisoffers can be a safe way for peopleto experience the transformationalpotential of psychedelics, and theycan also be a great source of datafor research centers like our own,helping to further advance the field.”– Robin Cahart-Harris, Ph.D.The Synthesis Institute advances psychedelic careand holistic well-being through community-basedpractitioner training and retreats. | 3

We are a diverse community of seekers and explorers—Mothers and fathers, daughters and sons,Artists, educators, therapists, and nurses—Transformational leaders and practitioners from many paths.Our purpose is to create spaces to remember the sacred To reconnect, and to realize our collective wholeness.We hold space for the many ways of knowing and not knowing,Welcoming perspectives through myriad lenses,Bridging modern insights with traditional wisdom,And honoring the multifaceted nature of the human experience.We invite you to join us on this journey—Co-creating a new paradigm of healing and care.

2018| 5O V E R V I E WC O R E T R A I N I N GI M M E R S I O N A P P R E N T I C E S H I PP R A C T I C U M“Psychedelics have thepotential to restore oursense of wonder and fostera renewed sense ofconnection—to ourselves,others, and the naturalworld.”

20202021The Birth of the P sy ch edelic Practitioner TrainingAs p sy ch ed el ic s move d further into mainstream culture, thene ed f or s ki ll ed a nd w el l- ro un de d pr ac ti ti on er s gr ew . Inre sp on se , th e Sy nt he si s In st it ute launched its training divisi onin 2 02 0, d ed ic at in g ov er a y ea r to d ev el op in g th e fi rs t- of -i ts -ki nd P sy ch ed el ic P ra ctitioner Training. This comprehensive,re se ar ch -b ac ke d, w is do m-ri ch, an d ex peri en tial tra in in gpr og ra m wa s de si gn ed f or a sp ir in g ps yche de li c facilitators at ati me w he n th e fi el d was stil l emer gi ng .Leading Psychedelic Education and TrainingIn 2 02 1, w e pr ou dl y we lcomed the inaugural cohort of studentsin to o ur P sy ch ed elic Practitioner Training, uniting participantsfr om a ro un d th e gl ob e fo r an 1 8- mo nth jo urney of personal andpr of es si on al g ro wt h.| 6O V E R V I E WC O R E T R A I N I N GI M M E R S I O N A P P R E N T I C E S H I PP R A C T I C U M"You receive a holistic understanding of psychedelicpractice and are supported in becoming an embodiedpractitioner. This training will challenge and change you,bringing you depth, connection, and a community ofwholehearted people on the same mission."– Bianca Lokway, Psychologist, Graduate

2024Reintroducing Im me rsion Retreats for Training We a re p ro ud t o ha ve s upported the graduation of over 400pr ac ti ti on er s fr om our P sy chedelic Practitioner Training since itsin ce pt io n. R ecog ni zi ng t he i mportance of hands-on experience,we r ei nt ro du ce d tr ai ni ng r et re at s in 2 02 4 th ro ug h th eIm me rs io n Ap pr en ticeship format, integrating “The SynthesisWa y” o f psychedelic retreats into a practical learningen vi ro nm en t. W hi le t he I mm er si on t ra in in g re tr ea t mo de l ha sbe en e vo lv in g si nc e 20 22 , its relaun ch m ar ke d a re ne we dco mmitment to blending our rich history with retreats and ourex pe rt is e in p ra ct it io ne r tr ai ni ng .| 7O V E R V I E WC O R E T R A I N I N GI M M E R S I O N A P P R E N T I C E S H I PP R A C T I C U M2023Challenging Endings, New BeginningsIn e ar ly 2 023, in the aftermath of the global pandemic, theDu tc h re tr ea t ar m of t he b us in es s— of fe ri ng legal access tops yc he de li c ex pe ri en ce s— fi le d fo r bankruptcy . Th is was ach al le ng in g time not only for the Synthesis community,in cl ud in g cl ie nts, team me mb er s, collaborators, vendors,pa rt ne rs , an d stud ents, but also for the broader psychedelicfi el d.To e ns ur e th e pr og ram’ s co nt in ui ty , th e Ps yc he de licPr ac ti ti on er T ra in in g wa s sold to The Resurgence TrainingIn st it ut e, I nc ., w hi ch i s now stewarding The SynthesisIn st it ut e un de r ne w le ad ership while retaining some of theor ig in al staff. Although the closure of the retreat division wasa si gn ifican t loss for our community, it presented anop po rt un it y to p ri or it iz e or ga ni zational health, sustainablegr ow th , an d fi na ncial stability.2025Expanding Horizons in Psychedelic Wellness and TrainingLo ok in g ah ea d to 2 02 5, w e ai m to b ec om e a Co lo ra do -cer tifiedtr ai ni ng p ro gr am u nd er t he N atural Medicine Health Act andre op en r et re at s to t he p ubli c, o ffering more opportunities forim me rs iv e, p sy chedel ic-supported healing.

| 2| 8C O R E T R A I N I N GI M M E R S I O N A P P R E N T I C E S H I PP R A C T I C U MO V E R V I E WT H E S Y N T H E S I S T R A I N I N G P A T H O V E R V I E W O F T R A I N I N G C O M P O N E N T SI M M E R S I O NThe Immersion ApprenticeshipRetreats offer hands-on learning andpractice opportunities, along withprofessional guidance andmentorship, exclusively for Synthesisstudents and graduates.DISCOVER MOREP R A C T I C U MA 12-month advanced program offerson-site placements at global partnersites and monthly group mentorshipworkshops for ongoing skill-buildingand support.DISCOVER MOREBecome a skilled, ethical, andtrauma-informed psychedelicpractitioner with ourinterdisciplinary and foundational13-month certificate program. C O R E T R A I N I N GDISCOVER MORE

Our 13-month program is rooted in ourextensive experience facilitating over1,100 legal psychedelic journeys and offersa comprehensive professional foundationthrough an interdisciplinary approach.It is tailored for professionals from diversebackgrounds and varying levels ofexpertise who aspire to develop thefoundational competencies necessary toprovide ethical and trauma-informedpsychedelic care within a safe,compassionate, culturally sensitiveframework.

|Each of the 9 modules builds upon the last to help developthe essential foundational competencies required for legal,professional, and ethical psychedelic facilitation.9Join a small group pod of 8 - 10 participants under the guidanceof an experienced facilitator, allowing for the deep self-exploration and personal reflection required to embody thevalues of a psychedelic practitioner.10Including nine months of coursework and three months ofbreaks (August, December, April) dedicated to integrating thelearning experience, this interdisciplinary journey emphasizesexperiential learning, relational skill-building, and ethicalembodiment. It combines the study of scientific models andwisdom traditions with the development of personal practicesand professional skills.13Our faculty are thoughtfully recruited, rigorously vetted,and thoroughly prepared to ensure that each of the fourlenses is represented monthly by a person of wisdom in thatarea. They are practitioners and educators whoseexperience provides participants with a rich breadth anddepth of knowledge, wisdom, and approaches.40+O V E R V I E WC O R E T R A I N I N GI M M E R S I O N A P P R E N T I C E S H I PP R A C T I C U M1 0C O R E T R A I N I N G

|W H Y T R A I N W I T H S Y N T H E S I SOur program is clinically informed, somatically aware, andrich in wisdom, drawing from our experience in facilitatingover 1,100 legal and professionally guided psychedelicjourneys. We blend modern research with wisdom traditions,spiritual reverence, and relational intelligence to create aholistic framework for psychedelic care.O V E R V I E WC O R E T R A I N I N GI M M E R S I O N A P P R E N T I C E S H I PP R A C T I C U MA N O N - D I R E C T I V E , I N T E R D I S C I P L I N A R Y A P P R O A C HThe Synthesis Signature Four-Lens Approach structures thecurriculum into four primary lenses—cognitive, sacred,embodied, and relational. This design allows students toexplore the full spectrum of the psychedelic field across thenine coursework modules.H O N O R I N G M A N Y W A Y S O F K N O W I N GOne of the standout features of our program is theintimate pod group setting. Students navigate thecurriculum in small groups, guided by experiencedfacilitators who offer mentorship, leadership, andpersonalized support.The program is crafted for personal introspection,professional growth, and ethical embodiment,preparing participants to be safe, supportivecontainers for both themselves and their clients.Our program offers more than 250 hours ofprofessional certification. It includes nine monthlymodules, weekly interdisciplinary lectures, and livepod sessions—all designed to develop the skills,literacy, and foundational core competenciesnecessary for ethical professional practice inpsychedelic care.Join over 500 students, alumni, and teachers in oneof the pioneering psychedelic training programs ofthe modern psychedelic movement.S M A L L P O D G R O U P S – A U N I Q U E L E A R N I N GE X P E R I E N C ED E S I G N E D F O R C O M P R E H E N S I V E D E V E L O P M E N TE X T E N S I V E P R O F E S S I O N A L C E R T I F I C A T I O NA G L O B A L C O M M U N I T Y1 1

S M A L L G R O U P P O D SJoin an intimate and supportivelearning community of diverse andcommitted fellow travelers.R E L A T I O N A L L Y - C E N T E R E DO V E R V I E WC O R E T R A I N I N GI M M E R S I O N A P P R E N T I C E S H I PP R A C T I C U M

A F O U R - L E N S A P P R O A C HH o n o r i n g M a n y W a y s o f K n o w i n gI N T E R D I S C I P L I N A R YO V E R V I E WC O R E T R A I N I N GI M M E R S I O N A P P R E N T I C E S H I PP R A C T I C U M|1 3

|C O G N I T I V E W I S D O MWe e ac h have a wellspring of wisdom inside us that we canac ce ss b y co mm it ti ng to a path of personal growth andde ve lopment. Not only is this fundamental to living a meaningfulan d intentional life, but the capacity to access your ownem bo di ed wisdom is also a prerequisite for being able to cr ea tean d hold space for others.Th ro ug h th is lens, you will establish and/or enhance ongoingsomatic, spiritual, and self-reflection practices; examine yourpersonal ethics; articulate your personal values; and integrateyo ur l ea rnings from the other lenses.E M B O D I E D W I S D O MTh is l ens looks at the contributions of history, philosophy, andsc ie nc e to our modern-day understanding of psychedelics. Fr om neuroscience to psychopharmacology to harm reductionto b es t pr acti ce s for psychedelic facilitation, we explore whatis k nowable through study, observation, and thought.T H E F O U R L E N S E SH o n o r i n g M a n y W a y s o f K n o w i n gO V E R V I E WC O R E T R A I N I N GI M M E R S I O N A P P R E N T I C E S H I PP R A C T I C U M1 4

S A C R E D W I S D O MTh is l ens explores the variety of ways that people make meaningin t he ir lives, including spiritual, philosophical, nature-based, a ndwi sd om -b as ed approaches that cultures developed long beforean d in parallel with modern scientific thinking.It acknowledges the wisdom keepers who have helped peoplena vi gate liminal spaces for thousands of years, as well asco nt em po ra ry p ra ct ices that help people connect to themselves,ot he rs , and the more-than-human world.Li fe h ap pe ns in relationships. We are always relating to thepe op le , organizations, or the environment around us. This l en sas ks us to develop a deeper awareness of our role in the greaterecosystem of o ur lives. We e xa mi ne ways to build relational skills, the role we wish topl ay w it h cl ie nts and in the psychedelic community, and exploreho w to b e deliberate and intentional as we present this importantwo rk t o th e world. R E L A T I O N A L W I S D O MO V E R V I E WC O R E T R A I N I N GI M M E R S I O N A P P R E N T I C E S H I PP R A C T I C U M|1 5T H E F O U R L E N S E SH o n o r i n g M a n y W a y s o f K n o w i n g

|O U R T R A I N I N G A P P R O A C H S U P P O R T I N G Y O U O N Y O U R P A T H T O B E C O M I N G A S K I L L E D ,E T H I C A L , W E L L - R O U N D E D P R A C T I T I O N E R HO LI ST IC S KI LL S DE VE LO PM EN T Gain foundational competencies for ethical psychedelic carethrough embodied practices and self-reflection, cultivatingtechnical skills, self-awareness, humility, and compassion.FO CU S ON R EL AT IO NA L IN TE LL IG EN CE Small group settings encourage peer learning and accountability,enhancing relational skills and preparing you to hold spaceethically and responsibly during psychedelic experiences.BR EA DT H OF K NO WL ED GEOur four-lens approach broadens your perspective, helping yourefine your skills and identify your unique contribution to theevolving psychedelic field.O V E R V I E WC O R E T R A I N I N GI M M E R S I O N A P P R E N T I C E S H I PP R A C T I C U M1 6A GL OB AL C OM MU NI TYConnect with professionals and thought leaders shaping the fieldof psychedelic care, gaining access to exclusive developmentopportunities within a global network.RI GO RO US E TH IC AL S TA ND AR DSOur curriculum prioritizes ethics, ensuring you're equipped tonavigate the nuances of psychedelic practice with care andresponsibility.EX TE NS IV E EX PE RI EN CEInformed by collaborations with leading researchers and over1,100 guided journeys, our program offers a wisdom-rich,evidence-based education at the forefront of psychedelic care.

O n c e y o u h a v e c o m p l e t e d t h e a p p l i c a t i o n p r o c e s s a n d b e e n a c c e p t e di n t o t h e p r o g r a m , y o u w i l l b e p l a c e d i n a p o d g r o u p o f 8 - 1 0 p a r t i c i p a n t sl e d b y a n e x p e r i e n c e d l e a r n i n g f a c i l i t a t o r . T h e s e w i l l b e y o u r l e a r n i n gc o m p a n i o n s f o r t h e t r a i n i n g a n d , w e h o p e , f o r a l i f e t i m e .O U R T R A I N I N G A P P R O A C H For the first two (2) weeks , the lect ures will orien t you tothe program and the field of psychede lics. You will alsobegin meeting with your learning facilitat or an d pod group,getting to know each other and establishing the groundrules for the journey ahead.There are nine (9) themed coursework modules in thetraining, each lasting one month. The coursework modulesspan 13 months, with breaks occurring in the mo nthsAugust, Dece mber, and April to a llow for p eriod s of rest,self-care, and integration. Each week you wil l wat ch a 60 to 90-m inute pre-recordedteaching session that corresponds to the curren t cou rsewo rkmodule and one of the four (4) lenses.Throughout the orienta tion, nine (9) modul es of cour sewor k,and during the integration phase, you will meet week ly wi thyour pod group fo r 2.5 hour s each wee k. Un der t he gu idanc eof your learning facilitato r, th ese transf ormat ional lear ningsessions may include embodied and mindfulness practi ces,discussion, professional supervision, skills development, orother group exercises.O V E R V I E WC O R E T R A I N I N GI M M E R S I O N A P P R E N T I C E S H I PP R A C T I C U M|1 7

Each module includes a n assignment de signed to suppo rtyour active and engaged integration of knowledge andpractices. Your assignments will refl ect t he co recompete ncies of t he mo dule’ s con tent and c learl y reflectyour expression as an individual and a facilitator. Weestimate assignments will take an average of two to four(2-4) hours per month.Enjoy periodic talks and Q&A sessions from a rotating roster ofthought leaders, wisdom keepers, and visionaries.After the conclus ion o f the nine (9) cours ework modu les, youwill participate in an assessment per iod. Then, you will beeligible to receive your Psychedelic Pract ition er Co re Tr ainin gcertificate of co mplet ion a nd at tend a fin al ce lebra tionceremony to recognize your achie vemen t.O V E R V I E WC O R E T R A I N I N GI M M E R S I O N A P P R E N T I C E S H I PP R A C T I C U M|1 8“You will gain a wealth of knowledge, not only aboutpsychedelic medicine but about yourself, the universe, andeverything beyond. This program provides an education thatwould be difficult to obtain in any other academic setting.”– Erin Kauffman, Psychotherapist, United States

Training Schedule (by Session/Module) PROGRAMWEEK OFTOPICOrientation October 20, 2025Orientation WeekOne OrientationOctober 27, 2025Orientation WeekTwo MODULE ONE: Meet the Mushroom November 2025In this module, we are introduced to the mushroom and trufflescontaining psilocybin, which is the foundation of our work atSynthesis. We explore the simplicity of the mushroom’s form andthe complexity of its impact. We look at what we know about themushroom through our four lenses (embodied, cognitive, sacred,and relational wisdom), and we begin to explore how we interactwith this dynamic organism and how we understand its role in ourpersonal lives and our professional practice.P R O G R A M C A L E N D A RO C T O B E R 2 0 2 5 C O H O R TWe cover a range of topics and areas of study overnine modules. The first four modules establish somekey foundational aspects of psychedelic care that areessential to responsible work in the field. Then, thefinal five modules address the “how” of facilitating.O V E R V I E WC O R E T R A I N I N GI M M E R S I O N A P P R E N T I C E S H I PP R A C T I C U M

O V E R V I E WC O R E T R A I N I N GI M M E R S I O N A P P R E N T I C E S H I PP R A C T I C U M|2 0PROGRAMWEEK OFTOPICModule 1 Week 111/03/25Embodied Wisdom: Meet theMushroomModule 1 Week 211/10/25Cognitive Wisdom: Meet theMushroomModule 1 Week 311/17/25Sacred Wisdom: Meet theMushroom Module 1 Week 411/24/25Relational Wisdom: Meet theMushroomBREAK: December 1, 2025 - January 4, 2026MODULE TWO: The Ecology of Ethics and the Role of the Shadow January 2026 To do this work with integrity, we must be aware of the ethical questions thatwe face as individuals and as a larger community. In this module, we explorean ecology of ethics that will support you in addressing different ethicalchallenges and systemic dynamics that cause harm. We also meet theShadow and take some time to examine our own internalized biases, as wellas how to work with the Shadow when engaging with our clients and with thelarger psychedelic community.Module 2 Week 101/05/26 Embodied Wisdom: The Ecology ofEthics and the Role of the ShadowModule 2 Week 201/12/26 Cognitive Wisdom: The Ecology ofEthics and the Role of the ShadowModule 2 Week 301/19/26 Sacred Wisdom: The Ecology ofEthics and the Role of the ShadowModule 2 Week 401/26/26 Relational Wisdom: The Ecology ofEthics and the Role of the ShadowMODULE THREE: Many Ways of Knowing February 2026The Synthesis model honors many ways of knowing and ethical meaning-making, acknowledging that no single perspective captures the wholepicture. This module focuses on exploring health, wholeness, cultural context,and our relationships with ourselves, others, and the more-than-human worldthrough various lenses.Module 3 Week 102/02/26 Embodied Wisdom: ManyWays of KnowingModule 3 Week 202/09/26 Cognitive Wisdom: ManyWays of KnowingModule 3 Week 302/16/26 Sacred Wisdom: ManyWays of KnowingModule 3 Week 402/23/26 Relational Wisdom: ManyWays of KnowingMODULE FOUR: Healing, Trauma, and the Body March 2026 On our journey to wholeness, we are bound to encounter various forms oftrauma. Understanding trauma and creating conditions for its processing andresolution are essential in psychedelic work, where psychedelics can both aidand hinder healing. This module explores what it means to be a trauma-informed practitioner, focusing on developing the relational, emotional, andsomatic skills needed to hold a healing space for ourselves and others.

O V E R V I E WC O R E T R A I N I N GI M M E R S I O N A P P R E N T I C E S H I PP R A C T I C U M|2 1PROGRAMWEEK OFTOPICModule 4 Week 103/02/26Embodied Wisdom: Healing,Trauma, and the BodyModule 4 Week 203/09/26Cognitive Wisdom: Healing,Trauma, and the BodyModule 4 Week 303/16/26Sacred Wisdom: Healing,Trauma, and the BodyModule 4 Week 403/23/26Relational Wisdom: Healing,Trauma, and the BodyBREAK: March 28 - May 1, 2026MODULE FIVE: Key Elements of PreparationMay 2026In this module, we explore various ways of preparing ourselves and our clientsfor a psychedelic experience, including useful somatic and cognitive practicesas well as the importance of intentionality and building the therapeuticalliance. Module 5 Week 105/04/26Embodied Wisdom: KeyElements of PreparationModule 5 Week 205/11/26Cognitive Wisdom: KeyElements of PreparationModule 5 Week 305/18/26Sacred Wisdom: Key Elementsof PreparationModule 5 Week 405/25/26Relational Wisdom: KeyElements of PreparationMODULE SIX: Screening for Readiness and Safety June 2026How we gauge readiness is both an art and a science, involving both intuitionand facts. In this module, we will discuss how to screen for your owncompetence as well as for a client’s readiness and safety. We will alsoexplore various strategies to minimize risk before, during, and after a sessionor ceremony in order to maximize our efforts at harm reduction.Module 6 Week 106/01/26Embodied Wisdom: Screening forReadiness and SafetyModule 6 Week 206/08/26Cognitive Wisdom: Screening forReadiness and SafetyModule 6 Week 306/15/26Sacred Wisdom: Screening forReadiness and SafetyModule 6 Week 406/22/26Relational Wisdom: Screening forReadiness and SafetyBREAK: June 28 - July 5, 2026MODULE SEVEN: Navigating Uncharted Territory July 2026There are many ways to approach a psychedelic session or ceremony, and inthis module we look at various approaches and discuss the importance ofworking in alignment with your capacity and a client’s needs. We explore thetopography of non-ordinary states of consciousness and deepen your workwith practices that will help you become a compassionate, safe, abidingpresence for those who wish to walk in uncharted territories.

O V E R V I E WC O R E T R A I N I N GI M M E R S I O N A P P R E N T I C E S H I PP R A C T I C U M|2 2PROGRAMWEEK OFTOPICModule 7 Week 107/06/26Embodied Wisdom: NavigatingUncharted TerritoryModule 7 Week 207/13/26Cognitive Wisdom: NavigatingUncharted TerritoryModule 7 Week 307/20/26Sacred Wisdom: NavigatingUncharted TerritoryModule 7 Week 407/27/26Relational Wisdom: NavigatingUncharted TerritoryBREAK: June 28 - July 5, 2026MODULE EIGHT: Key Elements of IntegrationSeptember 2026Whether a psychedelic experience was delightful or difficult, harnessinginsights and working with what emerged during the journey depends onintentional and ongoing integration. In this module, we explore differentapproaches to working with a variety of experiences and how to utilize anexperience for lasting transformation.Module 8 Week 109/07/26Embodied Wisdom: KeyElements of IntegrationModule 8 Week 209/14/26Cognitive Wisdom: KeyElements of IntegrationModule 8 Week 309/21/26Sacred Wisdom: Key Elementsof IntegrationModule 8 Week 409/28/26Relational Wisdom: KeyElements of IntegrationMODULE NINE: A Life of Service October 2026In this final module, you will reflect on your journey and synthesize what youhave learned. You will also orient yourself to what is next, both as you may bepreparing for your own psychedelic experience with Synthesis and as you thinkabout how you wish to be of service to yourself, your community, the more-than-human world, and the emerging field of psychedelic care. In the finalweek of this module, you will participate in an oral examination, followingwhich there will be a period of assessment and integration. Module 9 Week 110/05/26Embodied Wisdom: A Life ofService Module 9 Week 210/12/26Cognitive Wisdom: A Life ofService Module 9 Week 310/19/26Sacred Wisdom: A Life ofService Module 9 Week 410/26/26Relational Wisdom: WarriorExam Assessment, Closing & CompletionBREAK: August 1 - September 5, 2026

O U RL E A R N I N GF A C I L I T A T O R SThe learning facilitators are highly skilledpractitioners who guide the small group pods for theduration of the training.They come from a variety of backgro u n d s and may betherapists, psychedelic therapists, p s ychedelic nurses,medical professionals, or somatic pract i tioners. Our Learning Facilitators undergo exte n s i v e trainingand ongoing supervision by our program team t oensure they can hold the container fortransformational learning—witnessing and mi r r o r i ngback your strengths and supporting yo u a s youencounter your growth edges. They are invested in your learning and well-b e i n g a nd are a key advocate and accountability p a r tner on yourjourney.O V E R V I E WC O R E T R A I N I N GI M M E R S I O N A P P R E N T I C E S H I PP R A C T I C U M“This is an exceptional program. Every single facultyhas been amazing, without exception. I am sograteful for the level of care and integrity they bring.”– Ondine Norman, Coach

O V E R V I E WC O R E T R A I N I N GI M M E R S I O N A P P R E N T I C E S H I PP R A C T I C U MS P O T L I G H TD R . L E L A M O S E M G H V D L I S H V I L IDr. Lel a Mo semg hvdl ishv ili is an edu cato rble ndin g ac adem ia, wisd om t raditions , an demb odie d pr acti ces. A b oard mem ber of APRAand tea cher of Crit ical Issues i n th ePsy ched elic Ren aiss ance at the Univ ersity ofAms terd am, Lela int egra tes Maha and Ati Yoga ,exp erie ntia l da nce, and meditation i nto thei rtra nsfo rmat ive work .C H A R A C A R U T H E R SCha ra C aruthers is a n ex perie nced fac ilit atorble ndin g Eastern spi ritu al t radit ions , in digen ouswis dom, and mode rn s cien ce. A Yog a Th erap istand cer tifi ed Ay urve dic prac titi oner, she hol dscer tifi cati ons i n ps yche deli cs and tr ansp erso nalpsy chol ogy, fosterin g su ppor tive communit ies andbri dgin g anc ient pra ctic es w ith moder napp roac hes to mental hea lth and w ell- bein g.|2 4D R . A L L E N G O O D W I NM I N A S A M U A L SD R . S T E P H A N I E V A N H O P E , R . N . , D . N . PDr. All en G oodw in, a fo rmer senior u nive rsit ylec ture r in Psy chol ogy, com bine s ov er 20 yea rsof acad emic exp erti se w ith 30+ year s ofDru idic and Sha mani c pr acti ce. Now a tr aine dsha mani c pr acti tion er, he h elps clie ntsrec onne ct w ith thei r tr ue s elve s and fin d th eirpla ce i n li fe.Min a Sa muel s, a writ er, perf orme r, an d fo rmerlaw yer, off ers w orks hops on thetra nsfo rmat ive b ody- mind con nect ion.Tra ined in Non-V iole nt C ommu nication andInt erna l Fa mily Syst ems, she is the a utho r ofRun Lik e a Girl and has crea ted a ward -win ning solo sho ws a nd p lays.Dr. Van Hop e, R .N., D.N .P., is a nurse c oachand Rei ki p ract itio ner with expertise inonc olog y, h ospi ce, and heal th coaching. Agui de f or N YU’s Psi locy bin Canc er A nxietypro ject , sh e te ache s Nu rsin g & Sacr edMed icin e: I ntro duct ion to P sych edel ic T hera pyand pra ctic es y oga, med itat ion, and sacr edtra diti ons in N ew Y ork’ s Ca tskills.L A D Y B I R D M O R G A N R N , M S WLad ybir d Mo rgan, RN, MSW , RC ST, guidespra ctit ione rs an d in stit utio ns gl obal ly i n na vigat ingdif ficu lt e xper ience s wi th t ruth and pres ence . Apal liat ive care cons ulta nt w ith Mettl ehea lth, sheco- faci lita tes Commo nwea l pr ogra ms, co-fo unde dThe Hum ane Pris on Ho spic e Pr ojec t, an d se rves asa p silo cybi n-ass iste d ps ycho ther apy s tudythe rapi st w ith the U nive rsit y of Wash ingt on.

O V E R V I E WC O R E T R A I N I N GI M M E R S I O N A P P R E N T I C E S H I PP R A C T I C U MD r . V a l e r i a M c C a r r o l lS t a c i H a i n e sCon scio usn ess Guid e, Som atic Ps ycho ther apis tSom atic s a nd S ocia l J usti ce P ion eerD r . A n j a L o i z a g a - V e l d e rM a e s t r o J o s é L ó p e z S á n c h e zA l J e f f e r yCli nica l P sych olog ist and Psy cho ther apis t an d Co- foun der of Nier ika Ins titu teShi pibo Tr adit iona l D octo rInt egra tiv e Ps ycho ther api st & Fou nder of The Bas e B etwe enD r . M a l y n n U t z i n g e rDir ecto r o f In tegr ati v e M edic ine,Co- foun der of Uson a I nsti tuteM E E T T H E C O R E T R A I N I N GF A C U L T Y“There are many training courses outthere, but I was blessed to have been partof the Synthesis Institute training. I havewalked away with so much knowledge andwisdom and also been transformed as aperson. I look forward to my role as aPsychedelic Practitioner.”– Dee Modha, United Kingdom

|O V E R V I E WC O R E T R A I N I N GI M M E R S I O N A P P R E N T I C E S H I PP R A C T I C U MA p r i l R a m e éS a j R a z v iCli nica l H erba list an d Cer tifi ed Psyc hede lic Int egra tion Co ach LPC , Cl ini cal Rese arc h er,Dir ecto r o f Ed ucat ion at PSID r . S a m G a n d yA t i r a T a nM e g h a n K e n n e d yEco logi cal Sci enti st, Ind epen dent Re sear cher & Inn ovat ion Tea m Le ade r at Eco sul isSom atic Ex peri enci ng Prac titi one r (S EP) and Tr a uma Spe cial istLCS W, T her apis t &Int erna tio nal Cons ult antC a m i l l e B a r t o nArt ist, Ad voca te & Em bodi ment Ed ucat orM a n e s h G i r nJ u l i a n V a y n ePos tdoc tor al P sych ede lic Neur osci ent ist at U CSFChi ef R esea rch Off icer at Ent heoT ech Bio scie nceOcc ulti st, Psy chon aut, Wr iterK y l e a T a y l o rD r . A l e x B e l s e rD r . R o s a l i n d W a t t sMS, LMF T, Auth or, Syn thes is Ethi cs A dvi sorPsy ched eli c Re sear cher & L icen ced Psy chol ogi st Cli nica l P sych olog ist & Fou nder of ACE R In teg rati onH e a t h e r S m i t hMA, LPC Ce rtif ied IFS The rapi st & A ppro ved IFS Con sul tant2 6

O V E R V I E WC O R E T R A I N I N GI M M E R S I O N A P P R E N T I C E S H I PP R A C T I C U MC l a u d e G u i s l a i nD r . R o b i n C a r h a r t - H a r r i sAnt hrop olo gist , Ad vis or o n In dig enou s Af fai rs & S enio r F acil itat or, Tem ple of the Way of L igh t Ps ycho pha rmac olog ist and Neu rol ogy Pro fess or at U nive rsi ty o f Ca lif orni aA l f r e d o P é r e zS i m o n e W e i tL e s l e y Q u i l t yTem acht ian i, F ound er of t he Sch ool of Cuau htla toat zinLPC C, L PC, Psy ched eli c-As sist ed Psyc hoth erap ist Psy ched eli c Fa cili tat o r, Coac h, L ead ersh ip Con sult ant , Me dita tion Te ache r & The ater Art istK i r a E m s l i eEst ill EMT and Lea der ship Coa chD a r a S i l v e r m a nD r . B a y o A k o m o l a f eEmb odim ent Tea cher , Ra cia l Eq uity Con sult ant & S omat ic Coac hPhi loso phe r, P rofe sso r of Psy cho l ogy , Exe cuti ve Dire ctor of the Eme rgen ce N etw orkD a a n K e i m a nD a n i e l l e S m i t hC o u r t n e y W a t s o nPsy ched eli c Bu ddhi st C hap lain & S ynth esi s Co nten t A dvis or Art ist, So mati c In teg rati on P rac titi oner , Psy ched eli c Fa cili tat o rLMF T, C ert ifie d Se x T h era pist , Fou nder of Acc ess To Door waysD r . B e n j a m i n M a l c o l mPsy chop har maco logy Co nsul tant , Fou nder of Spi rit Pha rmac ist

O V E R V I E WC O R E T R A I N I N GI M M E R S I O N A P P R E N T I C E S H I PP R A C T I C U MUpon success fully comp letin g the prog ram r equir ement s anddemonstrating consistent ethical and professional integrity,including a final assessment, you will receive your Psychedeli cPractitioner Core Trai ning Certi ficat e of Compl etion .Graduates can pur chase CE c redit s thr ough our p artne rship withThe Spiritua l Competen cy Ac ademy.* These credits are vali d for :American Psycholo gical Associati on (A PA): Appro ved b y the APAfor continuing educati on fo r psy cholo gists . SCA main tainsprogram responsibility.California Board of Behavioral Sciences: Accept s APA -appr ovedCE credits for LCSWs, MFTs, LPCC s, an d LMHCs. Professionalsin other states should verify with th eir l icens ing boards.California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN): C E cre dits forlicensed nurses under BRN Provider CEP1688 7.Professionals from diverse fields are encouraged to apply, whe theror not they have direct experience with no n-ord inary stat es ofconsciousness.Our program welco mes m ature , com mitted professionals acrossfields such as mental health, educati on, a nd we llness. This include spsychotherapists, psyc holog ists, phys ician s, nu rses, coun selor s,social workers, EMDR p racti tione rs, a cupun cturists, yoga therapists,meditation teachers, bodywo rkers, coa ches, chap lains , and othe rs inrelated professions.|2 8*M or e in fo rm at io n on a mo unt of credits and price will be available by t he p ro gr am s ta rt d at e.New Pathways for Legal Facilitation in the U.S.The Synthesis Institut e is worki ng to meet Colo rado’ s req uirem entsfor an approved Facilitator Trai ning Progr am by earl y 202 5. Ou rPsychedelic Pract ition er Training will ali gn wi th Colorad o's N aturalMedicine Program, fulf illin g all requireme nts f or st udent s to applyfor:Facilitator Licen sesClinical Facilitator Licens esFor updates and more inform ation , cli ck HE RE.

|The Synthesis Institut e and Ubiq uity Unive rsity are proud to o ffer a gro undbr eakin g opp ortun ity to earn an MA,PhD, or MA/PhD in Interdisciplinary Psychedelic Care. Thi s par tners hip c ombin es Th e Synthesis Ins titute'scomprehensive training programs with Ubiquity U niver sity’ s aca demic cour sewor k and diss ertat ion g uidan ce toprovide a robust and well-rounded learning ex perie nce. Progr am Highlig hts:13-month Psychede lic P racti tione r Core TrainingImmersion Apprenticeship Program1-year Practicum Progr amUbiquity Uni versity Co ursew ork a nd Di ssertation Guid ance (alig ned with y our d egree trac k)Graduates with an MA or PhD in Interdisciplinary Psychedelic Care a re pr epare d to make meani ngfulcontributions to the field and shape the future of m ental heal th, w ellne ss, a nd human c onsci ousne ss. C areer path smay include roles in:Psychedelic organizations and companiesKetamine clinics and retreat centersCounseling, coaching, and integration se rvice sPsychedelic research, education, harm reduction , and advocacyIncorporating psychedelic care into existing practic esO V E R V I E WC O R E T R A I N I N GI M M E R S I O N A P P R E N T I C E S H I PP R A C T I C U MI n t r o d u c i n g t h e S y n t h e s i s I n s t i t u t e ’ s & U b i q u i t y U n i v e r s i t y ’ sM a s t e r s / P h D i n I n t e r d i s c i p l i n a r y P s y c h e d e l i c C a r e2 9E A R N A M A S T E R S O R P H DDISCOVER MORE AND APPLY NOW BOOK A DISCOVERY CALL

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The Immersion Apprenticeship Retreats offeran invitation to embark on a heart-openingjourney of learning and growth, serving asliving embodiments of the values andprinciples underlying this work. Building upon the success of the highlyacclaimed Immersion ApprenticeshipRetreats held in the Netherlands and CostaRica in 2022, 2023, and 2024, students andgraduates of the Core Training, along withpractitioners from other training programsand qualified professionals with relevantexperience, are welcome to participate in aSynthesis-led retreat across three levels:O V E R V I E WP R A C T I C U MC O R E T R A I N I N GI M M E R S I O N A P P R E N T I C E S H I PLevel 1 - ParticipantConnect: Awakening the HeartLevel 2 - Active WitnessWitness: The Birth of the ApprenticeLevel 3 - Facilitator TraineeServe: The Apprentice in the World

L E V E L 1At t he S yn th es is Institute, we recognize the essential rolefi rs th an d experience plays in training effective psychedelicpr ac ti ti on er s. Th at 's w hy w e offe r a transformative 7-week programde si gned to foster profound personal growth and provide anim me rs iv e encounter with the power of psilocybin, guided by'T he S yn th es is Way'—our unique retreat facilitationde ve loped over 7 years and with over 1,000 journeyers.Th is c om pr eh ensive program includes 3 weeks ofPr ep ar at io n, a 5-Day Psychedelic Supported-Retreatfe at ur in g tw o ps ilocybin ceremonies, and 3 weeks ofIn te gr ation.E x p e r i e n c e ‘ T h e S y n t h e s i s W a y ’ o f p s y c h e d e l i c g r o u pr e t r e a t s . O u r c o r n e r s t o n e l e g a l p s y c h e d e l i c r e t r e a tp r o g r a m i s d e s i g n e d t o h e l p y o u d e l v e i n t o y o u r t r u en a t u r e , c o n n e c t w i t h y o u r a u t h e n t i c s e l f , a c c e s s y o u rd e e p e s t w i s d o m , a n d u n l o c k y o u r u n i q u e g i f t s a n d t a l e n t s . Th ro ug h our integrative approach to transformative wellness,we b le nd cutti ng-edge research with ancient wisdomtr ad it io ns, rituals, and spiritual practices to create a powerfulco nt ai ne r capable of catalyzing profound change.W i t h a p r o v e n t r a c k r e c o r d o f l e a d i n g s a f e a n d l e g a lp s y c h e d e l i c r e t r e a t s f o r o v e r 1 , 0 0 0 i n d i v i d u a l s s i n c e2 0 1 8 , w e h a v e a c c u m u l a t e d y e a r s o f d a t a , e x p e r i e n c e , a n ds u c c e s s s t o r i e s t h a t u n i q u e l y q u a l i f y u s t o o f f e r y o u t h eo p p o r t u n i t y t o b e n e f i t f r o m a p s y c h e d e l i c r e t r e a te x p e r i e n c e a n d b e c o m e p a r t o f a p o w e r f u l c o m m u n i t a se x p e r i e n c e .O V E R V I E WP R A C T I C U M|3 3C O R E T R A I N I N GI M M E R S I O N A P P R E N T I C E S H I PC o n n e c t : A w a k e n i n g t h e H e a r t

The Synthesis Institute prioritizes sixessential conditions for every psychedelicjourney, ensuring a safe, supported, andstructured experience. These conditionsinclude:S E TTh e me nt al attitude of a would-beps yc he de li c voyager.S E T T I N GTh e su rr oundings in which a psychedelicsu bs ta nc e is ingested.G U I D ETh e fa ci li ta ti on team who are allex pe ri enced with non-ordinary states ofco ns ci ou sn ess and equipped to mitigatech al le nges and offer insights.S U B S T A N C ETh e ty pe a nd quantity of psychedelicag en t; i n this program, psilocybin.S E S S I O NTh e en ti rety of a psychedelic journey,in cl ud in g all ancillary activities andri tu al s.S I T U A T I O NTh e en vironment, people, and culturefr om w hi ch a person comes to a retreatex pe ri ence and returns afterward.O U RA P P R O A C HO V E R V I E WP R A C T I C U M|3 4C O R E T R A I N I N GI M M E R S I O N A P P R E N T I C E S H I PA w a k e n i n g t h e H e a r t

“This was one of the most profound experiences ofmy life. I didn't e xpect it to be as powerful . It was awonderful wa y to cap the training. And, i n myreflection now, I c an't imagin e going out and do ingthis wor k without having done this part of thetraining .”-SuzanneO V E R V I E WP R A C T I C U MI did not reall y know what to expect, but what Ireceived was beyond my wildest dreams. It was anexquisit ely beautiful, profound ex perience. I amgoing to say: the most profoun d, exquisitely curatedexperien ce of my li fe.– CorinaI have so much respect for the retreat fa cilitators inthe way that they handl e it with g race. I think theenvironment and the food were hugely important.There we re a lot of really beautiful, good momentsshared together. It is something that actually I willnever forget.– ErlaC O R E T R A I N I N GI M M E R S I O N A P P R E N T I C E S H I P

P A R T O N E : P R E - R E T R E A TP R E P A R A T I O N S E S S I O N SPr ep ar e fo r your transformative journey through three(3 ) 75-minute group preparation sessions focused onin te nt io n setting, active listening, tuning intoou rs el ves and others, and working with our resistancesth ro ug h acce pt an ce practices that support us inre ma in ing present and grounded.1P A R T T W O : A 5 - D A Y E X P E R I E N T I A LR E T R E A TA ca re fu ll y cu ra ted 5-day retreat experience inclusiveof : 2 ps yc he de lic ceremonies,3 on e-on-one preparation and integration supportse ss ions with your assigned facilitator, 2 br eathwork sessions,ps yc he de li c education & workshops, me di ta ti on and intentional music facilitation, in te gr ation practices aimed at reshapingdi se mp ow er ing thoughts, enhancing perception,an d awakening expanded consciousness.2P A R T T H R E E : P O S T - R E T R E A TI N T E G R A T I O N S E S S I O N SWh il e pr eparation is essential for maximizing thepo te nt ia l of a psychedelic retreat, integration iscr it ic al f or unpacking and understanding yourex pe ri ence and integrating your retreatex pe ri ence into your daily life. Du ri ng o ur three (3) virtual group IntegrationSe ss io ns, you will explore a variety of somatican d social integration tools to navigate yourso ci al life and relationships post-experience andyo ur p er so nal synthesis, reflect and takein ve ntory of what has changed, and setin te nt io ns to remain connected moving forward.3O V E R V I E WP R A C T I C U M|3 6C O R E T R A I N I N GI M M E R S I O N A P P R E N T I C E S H I PA w a k e n i n g t h e H e a r t

O V E R V I E WP R A C T I C U MWho knew that the 'active witnessing' would endup being a peak experience for me? Wh at anabsolute honor and privile ge to b e able to seethis unfold. I took my journal with me on the dayI was a witness, th inking I'd hav e plenty of timeto jot d own some th oughts or i nsights. I neveronce ope ned my jour nal. I was glued to thisbeautiful ex perience. Just like a miracle.– MicheleQuite an exceptional group of people who clearlyhad incredible passion for the work. T he staffalmost floated at times . The way t hey held space,caring w ith lightne ss and compassion for thosejourneyi ng and afte rwards, and all th e acts ofkindness. To ea ch and every one o f you: Than k you(includi ng the amaz ing chefs).– LisaC O R E T R A I N I N GI M M E R S I O N A P P R E N T I C E S H I P

As a n Active Witness, you will practice holding space duringce re mo ny a nd assist with retreat and ceremony setup,in cl ud in g supporting the mushroom (or truffle) tea ceremonyan d other activities. Ac ti ve W it ne sses hold space and provide support assu gg es te d by the retreat facilitation team. Th ey e ne rgetically tune into the ceremony container, holdingsp ac e fo r pa rticipants and learning to align their presencean d behavior with the unfolding events, while maintainingaw ar en ess of their own presence, nervous system, andat tu ne me nt . Th is 8 -d ay retreat concludes with a student-only psilocybinjo ur ne y afte r Level 1 participants have departed.O V E R V I E WP R A C T I C U MTh e cu rr ic ul um e nc ompa sses a range of topics in psychedelicpr ac ti ce , in cl ud ing facilitation fundamentals, guidance ondo si ng and consent, touch preference conversations,in te gr ation techniques, flight instructions, and group-sharingci rc le s. Ad di ti onally, there will be a ceremony debrief and aFa ci li ta to r Q& A with the retreat team after each ceremony.Th e tr ai ning offers opportunities to witness, experience, andho ld space for Level 1 Participants. At t he e nd of the retreat, there will be a collective feedbackan d review process involving peers and facilitators.|3 8C O R E T R A I N I N GI M M E R S I O N A P P R E N T I C E S H I PL E V E L 2W i t n e s s : T h e B i r t h o f t h e A p p r e n t i c e

|BY OBSERVING AND ACTIVELYWITNESSING, YOU WILL:O V E R V I E WP R A C T I C U MEn ha nc e yo ur ability to offer timely and appropriatesu pp or t du ri ng psychedelic sessions and ceremonies,kn ow in g when to intervene and when to allow thepr oc es s to unfold naturally.St ri ve t o ma tc h the level of care observed in theSy nt he si s fa ci litation model and set a high standard inyo ur p ro fe ss ional practice.Bu il d co nf id ence in facilitating group settings, drawingfr om t he S yn th es is retreat team's expertise in creating asu pp or ti ve g roup environment and incorporatingce re mo ni al aesthetics.Em br ac e th e impo rtance of self-regulating emotions andun de rs ta nding the "waves" of participants' experiencesdu ri ng ceremonies, maintaining sensitivity to theirne ed s without interference.Ap pr ec ia te t he value of a somatically informed, non-di re ct iv e approach, creating a strong container forpa rt ic ip an ts t o navigate their own experiences withoutin te rp re ta ti on or advice.Ex pl or e th e beauty and significance of ceremonialas pe ct s, e nhancing the sacredness and intentionality ofth e fa ci li ta ti on process, including learning simplece re mo ny s ongs to empower participants.3 9C O R E T R A I N I N GI M M E R S I O N A P P R E N T I C E S H I PT h e B i r t h o f t h e A p p r e n t i c e

O V E R V I E WP R A C T I C U MFor qualified participants who are not currently orpreviously enrolled in the Psychedelic Practitioner CoreTr ai ni ng but have completed Level 1 (and received approvalfo r Le ve l 2 after a successful application), you will been ro lled in a self-paced online program. Enrollment mayta ke p la ce after attending a Level 1 retreat with Synthesis. Th is o nline program covers various topics, such as theSy nt he si s Code of Ethics and Conduct, the Synthesis Four-Le ns A pp ro ach to Psychedelics (known as 'Many Ways ofKn ow in g' ), dosing best practices, harm reduction and riskma na ge me nt, trauma-informed care, details of SynthesisIm me rs io n Retreats (the How and Why), and the role of theAc ti ve W it ne ss on retreat.Ad di ti onally, before attending the Level 2 retreat as anAc ti ve W it ne ss, you will submit a spiritual/existentialau to bi og raphy and a personal Code of Ethics for review byyo ur a ss igned mentor. Your mentor will also attend theLe ve l 2 retreat, providing support, feedback, and insightsth ro ug ho ut y ou r journey alongside the retreat team.|4 0C O R E T R A I N I N GI M M E R S I O N A P P R E N T I C E S H I PT h e B i r t h o f t h e A p p r e n t i c e

O V E R V I E WP R A C T I C U MPa rt ic ip at e in threece re mo ni es withps il oc yb in -c on ta iningtr uf fl es o r mu sh rooms:Du ri ng o ne of the firsttw o ce re mo ni es, you willsu pp or t yo ur p ee rs onth ei r ps yc he delic journeysas a n Active Witnessun de r th e supervision of afa ci li ta to r. In anotherce re mo ny , yo u wi lljo ur ne y yo ur self, andfi na ll y, you and yourfe ll ow L ev el 2 memberswi ll j ourney together inth e th ir d ceremony.Th ro ug h th is immersiveap pr oa ch , yo u wi ll alignan d strengthen yourpr of es si onal practice,of fe ri ng an embodiedun de rs ta nding of thejo ur ne y. This experiencepr ov id es you with a senseof s pa ci ou sn ess whereyo u ca n ex pl ore andsu pp or t th e de velopmentof a n auth entic,pe rs on alized, and multi-fa ce te d ap pr oa ch to yourwo rk w hi le learning toup ho ld t he highest ethicalan d safety standards.Yo u wi ll form deepco nn ec ti on s that fuelyo ur c om mu ni ta sex pe ri ence, the “intenseto ge th er ness and sharedhu ma ni ty t ha t te mp or arilytr an sc en ds socialst ru ct ur es ,” a nd engage inme an in gful conversations,sh ar e insights, and formre la ti onships that gobe yo nd the confines ofth e pr og ram.Admission to Level 2 issubject to application andapproval.Please note that quali fiedprofessional s wit hrelevan t exp erien ce wh owish to participa te asActive Witnesses (Leve l 2)but have not trai ned w iththe Synthesis Ins titut emust first join o ur re treatas a Pa rtici pant (Leve l 1)to be e ligib le to appl y andbe considere d for Leve l 2.Participation in Level 2does no t aut omati callyqualify participants f orLevel 3 .|4 1C O R E T R A I N I N GI M M E R S I O N A P P R E N T I C E S H I P

For those ready to advance theirpractice, a third level is offered wherestudents can become facilitator trainees. As a trainee, you will expand your skillsand contribute as part of the facilitationteam, actively assisting with shadowing,and engaging in more hands-on clientinteractions under the supervision of theLead Facilitator Team. Admission toLevel 3 is by invitation only and requirescompletion of Level 2.O V E R V I E WP R A C T I C U MHands-on Experience: Engage in more direct clientin te ra ct io n, shadowing lead facilitators and activelypa rt ic ip at in g in retreat activities and workshops.Supervised Guidance: Receive supervision and guidancefr om e xp er ienced Lead Facilitators throughout the retreat.Invitation-Only: Admission to Level 3 is by invitation onlyan d requires successful completion of Level 2.No Guarantee of Employment: While Level 3 offers valuableex pe ri ence, there is no guarantee of employment post-tr ai ni ng.Established Practice: Participants are expected to have anes ta bl ished (somatic, contemplative, creative etc.) practicebe fo re joining Level 3.Practice Offering: Prepare and offer a practice session tost af f an d Acti ve Witnesses during the retreat.Costs: P ar ti ci pa nt s ar e only responsible for covering food,lo dg ing, and a mentor fee during the retreat.C O R E T R A I N I N GI M M E R S I O N A P P R E N T I C E S H I PL E V E L 3S e r v e : T h e A p p r e n t i c e i n t h e W o r l d

P R A C T I C U M P R O G R A MA F o u n d a t i o n a l C e r t i f i c a t i o n P r o g r a m f o r P r o f e s s i o n a l sThe Practicum serves as the culmination of theparticipant's Synthesis training journey following theircompletion of Immersion Level 2 as an Active Witness.It provides hands-on, real-world experiences aimed atapplying the knowledge gained from the Core Trainingin real-world contexts. This year-long program emphasizes professionalgrowth, community connections, and practicallearning.

W H A T T O E X P E C TPa rt ic ip an ts w il l engage in 50+ hours of hands-on learning aton e of our global partner sites, where they will have theop po rt un it y to o bserve and experience diverse facilitationme th od s. Ad di ti onally, they will attend monthly online professionaldevelopment workshops fo cu se d on case studies. Thesewo rk sh ops, facilitated by expert psychedelic guides, providede ep , real-world learning experiences, and foster communityam on gs t th e practicum participants.Up on c om pl et io n of the Practicum on-site experience,pa rt ic ip an ts w il l receive a certificate of completion and gainac ce ss t o a rich and diverse community of experiencedps yc he de li c pr acti tioners, enhancing their professionalne tw or k and ongoing learning journey.O v e r 5 0 h o u r s o f h a n d s - o n l e a r n i n g a t o n e o f o u rg l o b a l p a r t n e r s i t e sA P r a c t i c u m c e r t i f i c a t e o f c o m p l e t i o n1 2 m o n t h s ( 2 0 h o u r s ) o f P r o f e s s i o n a l C o n t i n u i t yW o r k s h o p s ( r e a d m o r e h e r e )A c c e s s t o a d i v e r s e c o m m u n i t y o f e x p e r i e n c e d p s y c h e d e l i c p r a c t i t i o n e r s , o f f e r i n g d i f f e r e n t a p p r o a c h e s , m o d a l i t i e s , m e d i c i n e s , a n dp e r s p e c t i v e s .O V E R V I E WI M M E R S I O N A P P R E N T I C E S H I PP R A C T I C U M|4 4C O R E T R A I N I N G

T H E S Y N T H E S I S I N S T I T U T E | P R E S E N T SO V E R V I E WI M M E R S I O N A P P R E N T I C E S H I PP R A C T I C U MAf te r en rolling in the Practicum program, you will be invitedto r ev iew and select your top choices of a Practicum site tovi si t fo r your in-person experience. Br ow se a wide variety of sites in the Practicum marketplacean d select the option that interests you based on location,su bs ta nc es offered, lead facilitator, additional costs,ca le nd ar time required to complete your hours, and more.Th is p ro ce ss allows you to choose the setting and theme di ci ne /substance that best suits your interests and careerdi re ct io n.Floresta | USA Beckley | Netherlands/JamaicaPaititi Institute | PeruIntuitive Kasham | PortugalProtocol Quetzalcoatl | MexicoLucid Therapudics | USAKiyumi Retreats | NetherlandsTrue-Journey | Peru|4 5C O R E T R A I N I N G

T H E S Y N T H E S I S I N S T I T U T E | P R E S E N T SA Foundational Certification Program for ProfessionalsO V E R V I E WC O R E T R A I N I N GI M M E R S I O N A P P R E N T I C E S H I PP R A C T I C U MThe Professional Continuity Workshops aredesigned to integrate th e learning from all ninemodul es of the Psychedelic Practitioner CoreTraining and the han ds-on experience gained fro myour Practicu m on -sit e experience. Hosted by expert facilitators, r esearchers, andprofessionals from the g lobal psychedelic space,these workshops focus on specific questions orcase studies, providing oppo rtun ities to deepenknowledge and sk ills.P R O F E S S I O N A L C O N T I N U I T YW O R K S H O P SDuring each workshop, parti cipan ts en gage in ri chprocessing of case studies, aligning with The Synthe sisInstitute’s pedag ogy o f “Ma ny Wa ys of Knowing.” Thesessions are oriented toward honing specific skills andinclude presentations from stude nts w ho ha vecompleted th eir Practi cum, opportunities for questionsand dialogue with the host, and sometimes breakoutrooms for small group discussions.Managing Eros and ArousalPreparing, Working With, and Integrating ResistanceThe Truth: How to Navi gate and I ntegr ate Managing Participants’ Disa ppoin tment /Expecta tions Screening and On-Site Proto colsDeescalating Aggression In CeremonyProjectionsExpecta tions of E go De ath Boundaries, Touch, and Consent|4 6

O V E R V I E WI M M E R S I O N A P P R E N T I C E S H I PP R A C T I C U MTh e Pr ac ti cu m is available to all graduates of the PsychedelicPr ac ti ti on er Cor e Training, or graduates of the ImmersionAp pr en ti ce sh ip Retreat who have completed Level 2 as anAc ti ve W it ne ss.Ha nd s- on , practical experience through Practicum placementan d one year of case-study-focused Professional ContinuityWo rk sh ops for $2,900.C O R E T R A I N I N G