Who is this course for?
People interested in psychedelics or altered states of consciousness, especially learners interested in philosophical approaches to psychedelic research and experience.
All levelsHybridNo New Dates
Philosophy and Psychedelics Course
The Philosophy and Psychedelics Course by Alex Criddle is a 6-week program that will run again at the end of 2024, encompassing six modules. It includes diverse learning methods like readings, podcasts, videos, live lectures with Q&A, and a Discord community.
Decision Summary
- Best fit
- People interested in psychedelics or altered states of consciousness, especially learners interested in philosophical approaches to psychedelic research and experience.
- Format
- Hybrid
- Time commitment
- Estimated 12 hours
- Credential signal
- Certificate listed
- Delivery
- Online
- Medicine self-experience
- No medicine self-experience listed
Course Overview
The Philosophy and Psychedelics Course by Alex Criddle is a six-week program that ran at the end of 2024. It consists of six modules and includes diverse learning methods, such as readings, podcasts, videos, live lectures with Q&A, and a Discord community.
Topics cover the philosophical aspects of psychedelic experiences, theories of consciousness, ego dissolution, noetic revelations, reality perceptions, and indigenous philosophies. The course aims to explore the philosophical underpinnings of psychedelic experiences and their implications in contemporary research and understanding.
Alex Criddle, with extensive experience in philosophy and psychedelics, leads the course, offering a deep dive into the philosophical aspects of psychedelic research and experiences.
Who is this for?
People interested in psychedelics or altered states of consciousness, especially learners interested in philosophical approaches to psychedelic research and experience.
About the Provider
US-based philosopher, researcher, and psychedelic integration guide with a Master's degree in philosophy focused on the nature of healing in the psychedelic experience, who has worked as a research assistant at a ketamine clinic and written curriculum for multiple psychedelic therapy certificate programs. Criddle offers a Philosophy and Psychedelics online course and integration coaching, has contributed to Blossom Analysis and Psychedelic Science Review, and co-produced the documentary EntheoMagus exploring the psychedelic origins of Mormonism and the role of entheogens in American occultism.
View all Alex Criddle coursesCourse FAQ
What is the format and time commitment?
Format: Hybrid. Time commitment: 24 hours.
How much does it cost?
The listed price is $150. Confirm the latest tuition, fees, and payment options on the provider website.
Does it offer a certificate or CE/CME credit?
The listing includes a certificate signal. Confirm credential eligibility directly with the provider before enrolling.
Is this course currently available?
The current listing status is No New Dates. Use the provider website for the latest enrollment status.
Related Courses
View all coursesActiveCertificate optionScholarship
Certificate in Psychedelic-Assisted Therapies & Research
By CIIS
Shares course skills and categories
A 12-month certificate in psychedelic-assisted therapies and research housed in the CIIS Center for Psychedelic Therapies and Research. The program offers hybrid or online training covering clinical competencies, research, ethics, and culturally informed approaches.
Next cohort: Jul 13, 2026
150 hours
Professional
Price on request
Active
Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy Guided Externship Program
By Institute for Integrative Therapies
Shares course skills and categories
An 8-week in-person guided externship in ketamine-assisted psychotherapy for practitioners who have completed prior KAP training. The program combines case consultation, individual supervision, didactic/consultation groups, and shadowing of IIT medical and therapy staff.
Next cohort: Sep 1, 2026
Delivery: Eden Prairie, United States + Online
Optional medicine self-experience
8 week
Professional
$1,000
Active
Psychedelic Therapy Training
By Psychedelic Somatic Institute
Shares course skills and categories
Psychedelic Therapy Training is a program that teaches mental health professionals how to safely and effectively use psychedelic substances in conjunction with psychotherapy.
Dates not announced
Source lists: Estimated 98 hours
Delivery: Not specified, United States + Mexico City, Mexico + Online
Includes medicine self-experience
5 DAY
Professional
$3,899