Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy Training for Clinicians

Expert-led, practical training on the clinical foundations of Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy

Our Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) Training Program, designed by clinicians for clinicians, provides foundational education on KAP principles, safety considerations, and therapeutic frameworks. The program offers flexible, comprehensive learning to support clinicians interested in understanding this emerging area of practice. Gain essential knowledge to understand and apply KAP principles within appropriate clinical, regulated, and evidence-informed settings.

What KAP Training Program Covers

Psychedelic Medicine

Understand the pharmacology, therapeutic uses, and mechanisms of action.

Ketamine Risk Factors

Learn to identify and manage potential risks associated with ketamine-assisted therapy.

KAP & Mental Health and Chronic Pain

Explore how ketamine-assisted therapy is used in clinical settings where clients are experiencing mental health conditions or chronic pain.

Psychotherapeutic Interventions

Learn psychotherapeutic approaches commonly used alongside medicine-supported sessions in clinical research and practice settings.

KAP Training Format

  1. Enroll in the Training Program: Sign up for KAP training.
  2. Self-Paced Modules: Complete 8 hours of engaging, self-study KAP training program at your convenience.
  3. Knowledge Checks: Take quizzes to test your understanding of ketamine-assisted therapy principles and reinforce key concepts.
  4. One-on-One Support: Book a session with Field Trip Health licensed clinicians to address any gaps or questions you might have.
  5. Clinic Tour & Mock Session: Schedule a physical or virtual tour and a mock session at the nearest Field Trip Health clinic to familiarize yourself with the practical aspects of ketamine-assisted psychotherapy.
  6. Vulnerable Sector Check (in-person only) & Liability Insurance: Obtain a fresh vulnerable sector check from your local police department and provide proof of sufficient liability insurance.
  7. Sign Agreements: Complete your enrollment by signing our Co-op Program (contract) or Partnership Program (Site Access Agreement), or both.
  8. Marketing Support: Receive the Field Trip Therapy Partner logo for use in accordance with our guidelines, indicating completion of professional education in KAP principles.
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KAP Training Program Eligibility

To ensure high professional standards, participants in our KAP education program must meet the following criteria::

  1. Professional Licensing: Participants must be licensed and in good standing with an accredited professional regulatory college in Canada, such as the College of Psychologists, College of Registered Psychotherapists, College of Social Workers, or College of Physicians and Surgeons.
  2. Scope of Practice: Participants should be practicing in a field where they are legally permitted to provide psychotherapy or mental health care.
  3. Ethical Standards: Adherence to the ethical guidelines and professional standards set by their governing college is mandatory.
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KAP Training Program Locations

Why Choose Our Ketamine-Assisted Therapy Training Program?

  • Flexible Learning: Fit the training around your busy schedule.
  • Comprehensive Curriculum: Gain in-depth knowledge and practical skills in KAP.
  • Expert Support: Access continuous guidance from experienced licensed clinicians.
  • Professional Growth: Expand your clinical knowledge and gain exposure to emerging frameworks in psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy.
  • Community Network: Join a network of forward-thinking therapists and share insights and experiences.
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Start Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy Training Program Today

Enhance your clinical skill set and continue your professional development. Enroll now to begin learning.

Frequently asked questions.

Our program is self-paced and designed to support clinicians in developing foundational knowledge specific to ketamine-assisted psychotherapy, within the broader context of psychedelic-assisted therapy frameworks. The curriculum focuses on the safe, regulated, and clinically appropriate use of ketamine in mental-health care settings where it is legally prescribed.

Clinicians who complete the program can integrate these learnings within their existing scope of practice and in alignment with their regulatory college requirements.

The program is not currently accredited. Participants receive a certificate of completion that reflects engagement in continuing-education activities related to psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy frameworks. Any clinical application must remain within the clinician’s scope of practice and relevant regulatory and legal requirements.

The cost of the training program is $1,500 + applicable taxes and a Vulnerable Sector Check at your local police station usually costs around $60-$90.

No prior experience is required. Clinicians who meet the KAP Training Program Eligibility criteria and are practicing within a regulated mental-health profession may enroll.

The curriculum for the Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) course covers a range of topics, including the history and pharmacology of ketamine, research exploring its use in mental-health and chronic-pain contexts, and principles of psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy. The program also discusses therapeutic considerations, family involvement, cultural competency, and clinician well-being. It introduces preparation, experiential, and integration frameworks used in psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy models. The modules include narrated presentations, readings, videos, and quizzes.

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