You will be expected to practice mindfulness meditation as an ongoing aspect of your studies in the Transpersonal Counseling program. Four semesters of required coursework in this form of practice, as well as your body awareness studies, will support you in this process. Cultivation of other contemplative practices from both ancient and modern wisdom traditions are also encouraged. This sense of discipline includes a dedication to your personal contemplative practice, a rigorous approach in your academic work, and a responsibility toward your relationships with other students, teachers, and clients. In our view, such discipline serves openness, creativity, clarity, generous service, and effective action, the goals of the Transpersonal Counseling Psychology department, and Naropa University.
Grades are one, but by no means the only, aspect of a rigorous approach to education.
We aim for grading that promotes personal and professional excellence through standards that are high, realistic, consistent, and coherent. At the same time, we recognize that some aspects of our program are not amenable to grades and other means of assessment are also necessary. Required and Elective Coursework Specific required courses in the Transpersonal Counseling Psychology program aim to provide core knowledge and skills for counseling , specialized training in transpersonal and contemplative areas, and eligibility for licensure. In addition, students may choose electives from within the TCP department or other departments at Naropa. Electives offer students significant opportunities for advanced training in clinical skills and theory, expanded depth and breadth in topics relevant to transpersonal psychology and clinical practice, and personal enrichment.