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Psychedelic Trip Planning Course

An introductory course from MAPS that explains the basics of psychedelics, including how they work, what they are used to treat, and key safety considerations. It is designed for newcomers and can be completed in a couple of hours.

Provider

MAPS
English

Details

38 years
1 modules

Enrollment

$30
This course is currently marked as no new dates.

Course Overview

The Psychedelic Trip Planning Course, offered by MAPS, is designed to help individuals prepare for a psychedelic journey, ensuring a safer, more comfortable, and more beneficial experience. As one would plan a backpacking trip, careful preparation is crucial for a successful psychedelic adventure.

This comprehensive course covers all the essential factors a prospective psychonaut should consider before embarking on their journey. Topics include set and setting, medical conditions, setting clear intentions, substance and dose, safety, supplies, comfort, fellow voyagers, peer support or guides, and integration.

From MAPS' 36 years of scientific research and harm reduction work, the Psychedelic Trip Planning Course is a valuable resource for anyone in the psychedelic community, from novices to experienced psychonauts, looking to optimize their psychedelic experiences through careful planning and preparation.

Who is this for?

Newcomers to psychedelics, people considering psychedelic use, individuals supporting a loved one, and learners seeking an introductory overview of psychedelic science and harm reduction.

Prerequisites

None stated.

About the Provider

Nonprofit organizer and host of the Psychedelic Science conference series, alongside broader educational and policy programming.

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Course Details

  • Price$30
  • FormatSelf-paced
  • Lifecycle statusNo New Dates
  • Skills
    trip preparationsafety measuresintention settingdose calculationpeer supportharm reductioncomfort optimizationmedical awarenesssupply managementpost-trip integrationKetamine-Assisted TherapyPsilocybin TherapyMDMA-Assisted TherapyMicrodosing
  • Categories
    IntegrationHarm ReductionResearch & Science
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