Graduate Degrees in Modern Shamanism & the Science of Healing
Ubiquity University is partnering with The Jaguar Path Institute to offer students an opportunity to earn postgraduate degrees (MA, PhD, MA/PhD) in Modern Shamanism and The Science of Healing.
Course Overview
The Jaguar Path Institute’s 9-month training offers a comprehensive certification in shamanism, blending an integrative approach to personal and collective well-being and healing. With a focus on Peruvian shamanism, the program honors the ancient teachings and cultures from which these lineages stem, while also incorporating elements from modern science, Ayurveda, Chinese medicine, and holistic practices such as yoga and Tai Chi to address the physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects of health.
Students who pursue and complete the certificate program with The Jaguar Path Institute will qualify to apply for Ubiquity postgraduate degrees.
About The Program
This degree program integrates the Jaguar Pathway coursework with Ubiquity University’s academic offerings, focusing on thesis and dissertation writing.
The Jaguar Path Institute’s flagship program, Modern Shamanism & the Science of Healing, is a nine-month practitioner training that certifies individuals in Shamanism and holistic approaches to personal and collective well-being.
Deeply rooted in Peruvian Shamanism, this course examines the connections between modern science, Ayurveda, Chinese Medicine, Yoga, and Tai Chi to provide students with a comprehensive skill set for addressing physical, emotional, and spiritual dimensions of health.
We recommend that your program begins with Ubiquity’s Creative Journey to Dissertation course, which will give you the tools to shape, and eventually write, your thesis or dissertation.
You will then continue your Modern Shamanism & the Science of Healing studies program with Jaguar Path, and return again to Ubiquity for the higher education credential.
This degree includes:
Ubiquity’s academic courses, in addition to 9-weekend sessions that are broken down into three trimesters (Serpent, Jaguar, and Condor)
- Tracking and Seeing
- Power of Language and Intention
- Personal Insight as a Guide
- Working with Energy as a Life Force
- Gift of Shamanic Healing
- Earth Keeper Initiation
Program Outcomes
Besides the transformative growth in your personal life, the program can complement your work in the following fields:
Enhanced Spiritual Awareness: Develop a deeper understanding of spiritual practices and their applications in daily life.
Holistic Balancing: Develop tools to help others achieve physical, emotional, and spiritual balance.
Professional Development: Enhance skills relevant to teaching, healthcare, and therapeutic settings.
Trauma Healing Techniques:
Learn effective methods for healing personal and collective trauma.
Confidence in Healing: Build confidence in conducting healing sessions using various shamanic methods and rituals.
Community Building: Foster connections with like-minded individuals committed to healing and spiritual evolution.
Integration of Knowledge: Integrate shamanic wisdom with contemporary healing practices for a comprehensive approach.
Mindfulness Skills: Cultivate mindfulness practices that promote conscious living and presence.
Liberation from Limiting Beliefs: Identify and release outdated belief systems that hinder personal growth.
Practical Application: Apply learned techniques in real-life situations to support clients or students effectively.
Who Is the Program For?
This program is ideal for individuals eager to delve deep into academic research and make meaningful contributions to their field of study.
This program facilitates accelerated personal and professional development while enhancing mindfulness and conscious living skills.
It’s designed for those who are passionate about pursuing advanced knowledge and skills, aiming to drive change and innovation in their professional and scholarly communities.
If you’re committed to expanding your intellectual horizons and making an impact, this graduate program is tailored for you.
It is particularly beneficial for those in educational roles, such as:
- teachers, and
- yoga instructors
As well as professionals in the healthcare sector, including:
- doctors,
- therapists,
- nurses,
- hospice workers, and
- social workers.
The Jaguar Path Training in modern Shamanism and the Science of Healing is designed for individuals dedicated to spiritual growth, healing from trauma, and assisting others in achieving balance across physical, emotional, and spiritual dimensions.
Through this training program, participants learn to navigate life free from outdated belief systems and the constraints of collective consciousness.
They are equipped with valuable tools, methods, and rituals, empowering them to conduct impactful and transformative healing sessions with confidence and ease.
About the Jaguar Path Institute
Established in 2007, The Jaguar Path School of Modern Shamanism & the Science of Healing deepens connection to the natural world and holistic healing through personal practice and application. Rooted in ancient wisdom and modern knowledge, our programs offer teachings from the traditions of Shamanism, Yoga, and Tai Chi to catalyze personal growth, environmental stewardship, and spiritual expansion.
Co-founders and internationally celebrated teachers Ray and Nina Crist offer students immersive workshops, retreats, and courses that cultivate whole-person development, equipping participants with practical tools to offer healing consultations that support resilience, mindfulness, and leadership. This training is a partnership with Q’ero elder shamans from Peru, creating a rich, supportive environment for becoming a certified healing practitioner.
Those who have enrolled in, or completed, coursework with The Jaguar Path Institute may begin the application process with Ubiquity University.
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Application & Admissions
Program Completion Requirements
MA
Jaguar Path Coursework (Not Included)
Creative Journey to Dissertation
MA Thesis
PhD
Jaguar Path Coursework (Not Included)
Creative Journey to Dissertation
Chartres Academy
Great Books
Doctoral Dissertation
MA/PhD
Jaguar Path Coursework (Not Included)
Creative Journey to Dissertation
Chartres Academy
Great Books
Doctoral Dissertation
Electives (8 credits)
Pricing for Ubiquity’s Academic Courses
MA/MSc
$5,000
PhD
$15,000
MA/MSc/PhD
$16,600
Save up to
$830
by paying full
Ubiquity offers a 5% discount for students that are able to make the full payment up front. That means you save $250 on a Masters/MSc, $750 on a PhD and $830 on MA/MSc/PhD.
Note that these prices do not include the cost of partner coursework, Chartres in-person costs or costs of additional elective courses.
Student Academic Journey
The duration of your student journey will vary depending on your degree pathway.
Ubiquity offers instalment plans for all degree students over an 18 month period.
About the Certificate/Degree Graduate Program
If you intend to pursue a graduate degree, we recommend beginning with Ubiquity’s Creative Journey to Dissertation course, which equips you with the foundational tools to shape and eventually write your thesis or dissertation.
After that, you will complete the certificate program with Jaguar Path before moving into the dissertation phase of your degree.
Ubiquity’s Academic Courses
• Creative Journey to Dissertation Writing (all degrees)
• Great Books (only for PhD, MA/PhD combined students)
• Chartres Academy (only for PhD & MA/PhD Students)
• Thesis/Dissertation Writing
Those who have enrolled in the certificate program may begin the process of applying for the graduate degree pathway.
FAQ
The Certificate includes 8 modules, each designed to be completed in about 4 weeks, with an estimated 4 hours of engagement per week.
It is completely self-paced, meaning you can start and finish whenever it works for you. You’ll also have lifetime access to the materials.
The program includes:
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Access to Jaguar Path’s exclusive course content
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Practical assignments and water research
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Four live Q&A webinars with Veda Austin throughout the year
Yes, the program is open year-round, and you can join at any time.
Please note: If you enroll after the live Q&A webinars have taken place, you will miss those live sessions, though you will still receive all course materials and have full access to the online platform.
Yes, absolutely.
The Certificate Program costs $1500 and can be paid in 2 or 3 installments.
The Graduate Degree Programs (MA, PhD, or MA/PhD combined) can be paid in:
3 larger installments over 18 months
Monthly installments over the course of your studies
We’re happy to support flexible payment options that work for you.
This program is open to everyone—whether you’re:
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Just beginning your journey
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A seasoned researcher or healer
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Coming from an artistic, scientific, spiritual, or completely different background
We welcome diverse perspectives and encourage all who feel called to the language of water to join.
Yes! The Certificate is an academic certificate and forms a core part of the graduate degrees in this field.
Once you are registered in the graduate program, your certificate work will be applied toward your overall degree credits.
No, you don’t need to complete the Certificate before beginning the graduate degree.
You just need to be registered for the Certificate Program in order to apply for the MA, PhD, or MA/PhD pathway.
You can complete the two programs simultaneously, and your Certificate will count toward your graduate degree requirements.
- The Certificate Program is a standalone course that explores Jaguar Path’s work and gives you a strong foundation in water research.
- The Graduate Degree Programs (MA, PhD, or MA/PhD) build upon the Certificate and guide you toward creating original academic research, culminating in a thesis or dissertation.
The programs have separate costs and separate enrollment processes, though they can be completed in parallel.
What Our Students Say
What You Gain
A Recognized postgraduate degree
A major research project in your field
Academic supervision
A global network of peers & faculty
A bridge between practice and scholarship
Why Ubiquity?
For almost 20 years, Ubiquity has nurtured learners to lead with wisdom and heart. Our programs foster the skills, mindsets, and inner capacities needed to meet today’s urgent global challenges with clarity, compassion and impact.
At Ubiquity, education is more than knowledge—it is a path of self-discovery, deep inquiry, and meaningful action. We weave the timeless insights of ancient traditions with the latest discoveries in science, consciousness, and human transformation.
Together, through collaborative learning and global community, Ubiquity is building a thriving, regenerative future.
The Ubiquity Graduate Degree
The Ubiquity Graduate Program combines the US and European designs of graduate programs with a blend of taught learning with research and writing. The thesis or dissertation must demonstrate excellence at every level. It must show awareness of the history of the literature in your particular area; demonstrate careful analysis and understanding of the field in question; and, most importantly, show how your insight can be applied to the real world. The dissertation must be scholarly and utilize extensive bibliographical data and footnotes. It should, in other words, be an impeccable work of research.
About Our Required Courses
This 1-week intensive designed by our Dean of Graduate Studies Dr. Gyorgyi Szabo. The course is a critical part of the dissertation writing process and is a requirement for all MA/PhD candidates.
Faculty: Gyorgyi Szabo
Great Books
Faculty: Gyorgyi Szabo PhD, Jim Garrison PhD
The Great Books course at Ubiquity University delves into literature that has shaped human thought. Students discuss, analyze, and connect historical themes to contemporary global challenges, deepening their understanding of enduring literary works.
Chartres Academy
Our Chartres Academy is intended as a gathering point for a contemporary wisdom community to come together through the very same learning system that Fulbert and Plato used — the seven Liberal Arts.
Support during your Graduate Program
During your graduate dissertation writing you will be supported by a Major Advisor of your own choosing, as well as optional writing courses and writing mentorship.