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Prerequisites

 

Prerequisite Registration Form (in Microsoft Word format)

General Admission Requirements
Online Proficiency Evaluation
Prerequisite Course Requirements
ITP Prerequisite Fullfillment Course
ITP Prerequisite Course Calendar
Online Education Related Requirements
Residential Program
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General Admission Requirements

For admission to all degree programs, a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree is required, with a minimum Grade Point Average of 3.0 in the major field of study.

Online Proficiency Evaluation
 WRKSANGEL Angel LMS Student Assessment

All degree and certificate programs require extensive use of the Angel Learning Management System. Upon acceptance to any Institute degree or certificate program, students will be enrolled in a brief course managed through the Virtual Campus. This is an evaluation of online proficiency. It is a self-paced exercise in using the functionality of the online course delivery system.

Students who complete the initial set of tasks will be given a passing grade in the course.  Students who have difficulty (or desire additional training on the Angel LMS), will be given additional instruction during orientation. Completion of this evaluation is mandatory before regular classes begin. No credit or academic record is created for this course, and there is no tuition charge.

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Prerequisite Course Requirements

Prerequisites for the Global and Residential Programs 
At the recommendation of the program chair, some students might be asked to do specific coursework to prepare for entrance into and success in our graduate programs. Students who have not studied psychology may be required to take the ITP Prerequisite Fulfillment Course (see below). All psychology coursework must be completed within the last 10 years, and with a passing grade of a "B" or its equivalent. Applicants may also meet these course requirements by passing a CLEP qualifying exam with a passing score of 60.

Timeframe to Complete Prerequisites
Due to the academic rigor of our programs, students in all degree programs are strongly encouraged to complete their prerequisites prior to enrolling in their first year. The Certificate in Transpersonal Studies has no psychology prerequisites.

Please Note:  Prospective students may apply to any program prior to completing their prerequisites. Students may also be admitted into a degree program without having completed the required coursework. However, their admission will be conditional, and all coursework must be completed within the time frame specified in the admissions letter. For further information, please contact the Admissions office at 650.493.4430 ext. 237 or email itpinfo@itp.edu

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ITP Prerequisite Fulfillment Course
ITP offers a variety of prerequisite courses at various times throughout the year. Please download the Prerequisite Registration Form to select your required prerequisite course and the date.

The cost of the prerequisite course, including registration, online fees, and materials is $557 before July 1 and $585 after. These courses often fill up quickly and early registration is recommended.

Please note that you may also fulfill any needed prerequisites by taking undergraduate classes at an accredited university, community college, or distance learning program. Contact Admissions at itpinfo@itp.edu or 650-493-4430, ext. 216, for more information.

Registration for Prerequisite Sessions
To register for an ITP Prerequisite session, download the Prerequisite Registration Form:

If you plan to take a prerequisite course after July 1, 2011,
select the 11-12 Prerequisite Registration Form:
2011-2012 Prerequisite Registration Form (Microsoft Word format)
You can pay for the class online via the Bursar page.

Submit the form and payment to the Accounting Office at registrar@itp.edu, or mail to 1069 East Meadow Circle Palo Alto, CA 94303, or fax to 650.493.6835. The registrar will then register you for the course and send you your username and password. You must be able to use online resources to enroll in this course.


Global Certificate students are not required to take prerequisite courses unless the student plans to advance into an ITP degree program.  Certificate students who are interested in advancing into the Master's program are advised to take their prerequisites prior to starting their Certificate year.

For further information, please contact the Admissions office at 650.493.4430 ext. 216 or email itpinfo@itp.edu.

 

Class Dates Courses Offered
March 21 to April 29, 2011* Foundation in Psychology
April 4 to June 10, 2011* World Religion
May 9 to June 17, 2011* Foundation in Psychology
Approaches to Transpersonal Healing Practices
Introduction to Transpersonal Theory
June 20, 2011 to August 19, 2011* World Religion
July 5, 2011 to August 12, 2011 Foundation in Psychology
Introduction to Psychobiology
Approaches to Transpersonal Healing Practices
Introduction to Transpersonal Theory
July 5, 2011 to September 9, 2011
 World Religion
August 15, 2011 to September 24, 2011 Foundation in Psychology
August 29, 2011 to November 4, 2011 World Religion
September 26, 2011 to November 4, 2011 Foundation in Psychology
November 7, 2011 to December 16, 2011 Foundation in Psychology
Approaches to Transpersonal Healing Practices
Introduction to Transpersonal Theory
December 26, 2011 to February 3, 2012 Foundation in Psychology
Approaches to Transpersonal Healing Practices
Introduction to Transpersonal Theory
February 6, 2012 to March 16, 2012 Foundation in Psychology
March 19, 2012 to April 27, 2012 Foundation in Psychology
April 2, 2012 to June 8, 2012 World Religion
May 7, 2012 to June 15, 2012 Foundation in Psychology
Approaches to Transpersonal Healing Practices
Introduction to Transpersonal Theory
June 18, 2012 to August 24, 2012 World Religion

* 2010-2011 tuition rate

Class Title  Dates
Foundation in Psychology March 21 to April 29, 2011 *
May 9 to June 17, 2011 *
July 5, 2011 to August 12, 2011
August 15, 2011 to September 24, 2011
September 26, 2011 to November 4, 2011
November 7, 2011 to December 16, 2011
December 26, 2011 to February 3, 2012
February 6, 2012 to March 16, 2012
March 19, 2012 to April 27, 2012
May 7, 2012 to June 15, 2012
Introduction to Transpersonal Theory May 9 to June 17, 2011 *
July 5, 2011 to August 12, 2011
November 7, 2011 to December 16, 2011
December 26, 2011 to February 3, 2012
May 7, 2012 to June 15, 2012
Approaches to Transpersonal Healing Practices May 9 to June 17, 2011 *
July 5, 2011 to August 12, 2011
November 7, 2011 to December 16, 2011
December 26, 2011 to February 3, 2012
May 7, 2012 to June 15, 2012
Introduction to Psychobiology July 5, 2011 to August 12, 2011
World Religion April 4 to June 10, 2011*
June 20, 2011 to August 19, 2011*
July 5, 2011 to September 9, 2011
August 29, 2011 to November 4, 2011
April 2, 2012 to June 8, 2012
June 18, 2012 to August 24, 2012

* 2010-2011 tuition rate

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Online Education Related Requirements

All ITP Programs require students to use technology for learning, researching, completing assignments, communicating regularly with Faculty, Mentors, and Staff, and connecting with fellow students. Courses are delivered via the Angel Learning Management System (LMS), which employs browser-based technology designed to work with both Microsoft Windows and Apple Macintosh computers.

Minimum hardware and software requirements for the 2011-2012 academic year are listed below. Please be aware that these minimum requirements will change over time as hardware and software development progresses. It is strongly recommended that students obtain equipment that exceeds the minimum configuration to ensure a more satisfying and productive learning experience.

Windows

Apple

Internet Connection

• 56K modem over dialup connection minimum; broadband (DSL or cable) connection highly recommended

Angel LMS Compatible Browsers

• Firefox 3.x (Windows/Macintosh) or Internet Explorer 7.x, 8.x (Windows), only (links to download these browsers are provided on the Angel home page under Institutional Resources, Angel Resources)

Other System Elements

Useful URLs

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Residential Transfer of Units

All Residential Master’s Degree Programs

Unit Transfer Limits
Students may transfer up to 9.0 quarter units into the Residential Programs Master’s degree. Classes must have been completed within the last ten years with a minimum grade of “B” or its equivalent. Transfer units have no effect on tuition charges.

Residential Psy.D. Program

Unit Transfer Limits
The Chair of the PsyD program will review submitted request and course syllabi to determine the number of units a student may transfer.

 

Global Advanced Standing & Transfer of Units

A maximum of 6.0 quarter units may be transferred into either the Global Ph.D. or the Global Master of Transpersonal Psychology. Transfer of units has no effect on tuition charges.

Advanced Standing
Applicants who have completed a Master's in psychology or a related field may request Advanced Standing placement in the Global Ph.D. program. Students granted Advanced Standing will enter the program in Year 3 and be responsible for three years of block tuition.

For most people, two transpersonal prerequisite classes will be required: Introduction to Transpersonal Theory and Approaches to Transpersonal Healing Practices. These courses are offered online at the not-for-credit rate and are available for prospective students several time each year.

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