The Four Noble Truths, the Eight Fold Path, Boddhichita, the dharma, the sangha, meditation (Vipassana, Samatha), taking refuge and reincarnation are just some of what will be explored in the Buddhist Psychology Studies Program.

Although Buddhism is primarily viewed as a religion, at its heart it is a very sophisticated system for understanding the deeper workings of the self. Different schools of Buddhist thought focus on different aspects of practice. This program is non-dogmatic, and takes a “pan-Buddhist” approach as it draws from wisdom that has been developed in several different schools of Buddhism.

No previous knowledge of Buddhism is necessary. Those who do have experience with Buddhist practice will find fresh understanding in the application of Buddhist perspectives to western therapeutic paradigms.

The Buddhist Psychology Studies Program is divided into several parts: BPS 1, BPS 2, BPS 3 and a Continuing Studies Program. There is also a Buddhist Ethics class designed for professionals. (CEUs are available for all of our Buddhist Psychology courses.)