Pacifica Graduate Institute, offering master's and doctoral degree programs framed in the traditions of depth psychology, announces the launch of Pacifica Extension and International Studies (PEIS). PEIS is the reimagined continuing education arm of Pacifica, offering an innovative array of both online and on-campus learning experiences based in depth psychology.
SANTA BARBARA, Calif., Nov. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Pacifica Graduate Institute, offering master's and doctoral degree programs framed in the traditions of depth psychology, announces the launch of Pacifica Extension and International Studies (PEIS). PEIS is the reimagined continuing education arm of Pacifica, offering an innovative array of both online and on-campus learning experiences based in depth psychology. PEIS is geared toward traditional and non-traditional learners committed to a more conscious approach to personal and professional development. The Extension programs provide affordable access to renowned depth psychology scholars and practitioners whose innovative research and expertise are shaping the future of depth psychology in response to today's global challenges.
PEIS features a customizable menu of graduate certificates, Continuing Education webinar series, career development, and personal development learning cafes as well as on-campus conferences and community events designed for working professionals, prospective students, and lifelong learners.
PEIS has also recently introduced a Lifelong Learner Membership which offers non-students the opportunity to learn from globally recognized depth scholars and leaders at a nominal monthly or annual fee. The membership offers complimentary access to PEIS' Author Spotlight series and Pacifica in the World series, as well as discounts to all online and on-campus programs. Members also have access, at no charge, to our growing Pacifica Extension Scholars Video Library that includes recorded sessions with thought leaders and globally recognized depth scholars. Full-time current students at Pacifica also enjoy a unique membership program that allows them both complimentary and discounted access to programs and materials that supplement their graduate degree studies.
Under Pacifica's VP of Institutional Advancement and Lifelong Learning, Loralee M. Scott, PEIS is dedicated to providing meaningful and accessible programs that meet the needs of a diverse group of learners. "The pursuit of depth-oriented learning is not only for those seeking a professional psychoanalytic career, but in a world struggling with multiple crisis on a global scale, depth psychologies offer a window into a more conscious and inclusive approach to leadership, careers, relationships, and our own lifelong, transformative journeys. Those journeys are better when traveled together, in community," Scott said. "We're honored to offer connections to Pacifica's amazing cadre of depth faculty as well as globally recognized depth scholars and practitioners whose work and research are blazing trails toward an emerging consciousness and innovative depth-based modalities that will enrich and expand our members' personal and professional development."
Graduate Certificate Courses at PEIS present the opportunity to uplevel professional career skills, earn academic credit toward a future graduate degree, earn CEs for licensed professionals or engage in a deep dive in the latest depth psychological research and emerging applications. Convenient pre-recorded sessions and weekly live sessions allow for engagement with PGI faculty as well as globally recognized depth scholars and course learners from around the world. Some of the subjects offered include Ecopsychology, Ecotherapy, Contemporary Analytical Psychology and Neo-Jungian Studies, Applied Mythology, Applied Somatic Jungian Psychology, and Depth Psychology and Aging. Award-winning writer and best-selling author, Sharon Blackie, is currently teaching "Finding Ourselves in Fairytales: A Narrative Psychological Approach."
The Continuing Education Webinar Series, comprised of 60- and 90-minute online learning sessions, allows students the convenience of earning continuing education credits from their home or office. Additional online learning communities include Author Spotlights and Careers in Depth series that highlight current research and career-driven applications of depth psychology that Pacifica faculty and graduates are advancing around the world.
Pacifica Graduate Institute presented its signature annual event, Journey Week, earlier this fall. This year's theme, "Beyond Boundaries: Caring for Psyche, Soul, and Imagination in a Posthuman Age," featured thought-provoking scholarship from Pacifica faculty and alumni, vibrant performances by local artists, and a variety of engaging activities. Every year, Journey Week hosts lectures, panel discussions, and workshops that delve into depth psychology. Visit PEIS to learn about upcoming events and programs.
About Pacifica Graduate Institute
Pacifica Graduate Institute is a dynamic center of scholarship dedicated to excellence in education, research, and professional training in depth psychology, mythology, and the humanities. Located in the picturesque setting of Santa Barbara, CA, Pacifica offers a unique environment for transformative learning and growth.
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