This is a comprehensive training program accredited by the International Institute for Complementary Therapists(IICT) for people wishing to further develop shamanic and psycho-spiritual modalities based on traditional techniques that have been adapted to modern contexts and healing methods. It is a course for people who want to apply shamanic methods and techniques for healing. You are not required to join any organisation or specific group nor does this program orientate around a particular individual. It is primarily designed to introduce students to shamanism for personal and spiritual development using shamanic technologies. This Diploma is not a nationally recognised course under the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA).
Diploma of Shamanic Healing
(IICT Accredited - one year 6 x 3 day Modules)
Module 1 Introduction to Shamanism
- Roots of shamanism
- Cultural diversity and practice
- Types of shamanic practice
- Shamanic technologies
- Totem - Shamanic paradigm
- Shamanism in a contemporary context
Module 2. Shamanism, Journeying and Altered States
- What is consciousness?
- What are “states of consciousness?”
- Para-psychology, PSI and shamanism
- Trance and Ecstasy
- Shamanic Journeying
Module 3. Shamanism and the Medicine Wheel (Residential)
- Introduction to the Medicine Wheel
- The four directions
- How to use the Medicine Wheel
- Exercises with the Medicine Wheel
- Medicine Wheel and Healing
- Sweatlodge ceremony
Module 4. Shamanism and Spiritual Growth
- Personal Totem
- Working with energy
- Shamanic initiation
- Personal power objects
- Shamanic healing technologies
Module 5. Shamanism, Myth and Ritual
- Shamanic cosmology
- Mythology and ritual
- Rites of passage
- Ritual and its application
- Connection to nature
Module 6. Shamanic Practice
- Shamanism and mental health
- Application of shamanic techniques
- Community building
- Working with your Totem
- Personal medicine
- Working as a practitioner
For more information regarding enrolment please contact Phoenix on
03 9510 4264 or email at info@phoenixinstitute.com.au