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2019

Centers for Spiritual Living

International Home Office

3/1/2019

CSL Education Catalog

Edited February 28, 2019

Centers for Spiritual Living Education Catalog

March 2019

International Home Office

Centers for Spiritual Living 573 Park Point Drive Golden, CO 80401

Phone (720) 496 1370 www.csl.org

http://www.csl.org/


CSL SPIRITUAL DEVELOPMENT EDUCATION DEPARTMENT CONTACT INFORMATION PAGE

Spiritual Development Education Manager Curriculum Development Coordinator Rev. Nicole Merges Claudia Milner Direct: 720 279 8991 Direct: 720 279 8993 [email protected] [email protected] Online Education Program Coordinator Education Program Coordinator Misha Brigham Nicole Hedlof Direct: 720 279 8989 Direct: 720 279 8988 [email protected] [email protected] Online Education Program website Education Department website www.csl.org/onlineclasses www.csl.org/education

mailto:[email protected]




http://www.csl.org/onlineclasses

http://www.csl.org/education


TABLE OF CONTENTS Welcome Letter 5

Education Privacy Policy 6

Education Program 7 • Organizational Vision, Education Vision and, Our Mission Statement • Purpose and Philosophy of Education Program

Ethics of the Spiritual Teacher 8-9 • Why a Section on Ethics • Ethics for Science of Mind Classrooms

Teaching and Learning in Science of Mind Classrooms 10-11 • Teacher’s Responsibilities SECTION I: General Information about Certificated and Non-Certificated Courses 12 • Certificated Courses • Non-certificated Courses

Authorized Professionals to Teach Certificated Courses 12-13 • CSL Ministers • Spiritual Practitioners • Online Courses Teacher • Non-Certificated Course Teachers

Authorized Organizations to Teach Certificated Courses 13 • Member Communities

Teaching Certificated Courses without a Senior Minister

Authorized Organizations to Teach Certificated Courses Online___________________________________14-19

Becoming an Authorized Online Education Provider

Suggested Tuition 20

Registration Policies__________ _ _ 20 • Registration Requirements • Purpose of Registration Fees • Class Registration Cost per Student • Submitting Student Registrations

Registration Procedures________ _ 21-22 • Student Registration Form • Courses for Credit • Reviewing Courses • Reprints for Certificates of Completion • Transcripts


TABLE OF CONTENTS (CONTINUED)

Time Requirement Policies and Recommendations 22-23 • Certificated Course Recommendations • Time Requirements • Practitioner Licensing • Responsibility for Adhering to Time Requirements • Variances to these Requirements and Recommendations SECTION II:

Certificated and Non-Certificated Science of Mind Curriculum 24-26 • Pathways of Education • Professional Practitioner Studies Program

Prerequisite Coursework for Practitioner Studies 27-28

Description of Certificated Courses 29-43 • Foundations Level Coursework ____29-30 • The Essential Ernest Holmes Coursework 30 • History and Philosophy Coursework __ 31 • Consciousness Coursework __ 31-33 • Consciousness Electives ______________________________________________________________ 34-42

Practitioner Training _________________________________________________________________42-43

Certificated Courses Online 43

Spanish Curriculum ______________________ 43

Recommended Reading for SOM Certificated Courses 44-48 Description of other Non-Certificated Courses 48-50 • Curricula for Small Groups ___ ___ ___ 48-49 • Life Enhancement Curriculum 49 • Advanced Studies Classes 49-50

SECTION III:

Global Communities Information (Including Canada and Mexico)__________ _ 51 SECTION IV: Procedures and Forms___________________________________________________________________52-64

How to Obtain Curricula______________________________________________________________52

Descriptions of Forms________________________________________________________________52

Non-Certificated Classes Order Form____________________________________________________53-54

History of Certificated Courses_________________________________________________________55

Student Registration Form_____________________________________________________________56-57

Practitioner I Verification Form_________________________________________________________58-59

Practitioner II Student List & Information_________________________________________________60-61

Approval for Teaching Certificated Education Without a Senior Minister________________________62-63

Covenant for Authorized Online Education Provider_________________________________________64

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WELCOME TO TEACHING SCIENCE OF MIND!

Welcome to the Education Catalog for Centers for Spiritual Living which focuses on certificated education

from Foundational level courses through Practitioner Training. This document provides Member

Communities and instructors with the latest education information and procedures. This document will

be updated periodically and the newest versions will be uploaded to the Education Department website,

www.csl.org/education.

Centers for Spiritual Living is undergoing an education overhaul. There are many committees and teams

working on enhancing and enriching our educational materials, procedures and deliveries. The new

curriculum will be developed with a global and inclusive perspective in mind. I know that through our

collaboration, we will offer the best of our intellectual and heart -centered materials to our

students. Our goal is always to offer the best of Centers for Spiritual Living to the world. Together we

take what began as a series of lectures by our founder, Ernest Holmes, in an auditorium in Los Angeles

almost 90 years ago and realize the greater vision of making this teaching available to every person

seeking it.

This catalog is a result of the collective efforts of the Centers for Spiritual Education Department staff,

the Education Committee and input from the field. The process of continuously enhancing and evolving

our curriculum and delivery is underway. This catalog provides up-to-date educational policies and

procedures, information to register students for courses, the education requirements for practitioner

training and information regarding completed educational transcripts for licensing as a Licensed Spiritual

Practitioner. All changes in Centers for Spiritual Living Education policy and procedure will be published

in this document.

The CSL Education Catalog complements the Centers for Spiritual Living Policies and Procedures Manual,

which is often referenced here. Together, the Education Catalog, the Policies and Procedures Manual,

and the individual course curricula are designed to provide Member Communities with everything they

need to teach Science of Mind to students in their respective communities.

Thank you for your consciousness and sacred service in offering these courses and for the redesign of

Centers for Spiritual Living Education. Please know that the Education Committee and the Education

Department of Centers for Spiritual Living are always here to serve our Member Communities and

students of this teaching.

Love and Gratitude,

Rev. Nicole Merges

Spiritual Development Education Manager

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EDUCATION PRIVACY POLICY (ADDED 2013)

This privacy policy describes how Centers for Spiritual Living (CSL) uses and protects any information

provided by students in the process of registering for, attending and completing a course offered by CSL

in its Education Catalog.

CSL is committed to ensuring that students’ privacy is protected. Information provided by students will

only be used in accordance with this privacy statement.

The CSL Education Department collects the following information from each student when registering

for a course:

Full name

Contact information including postal and email address

Community affiliation

Date of birth

This information is required for the following reasons:

Internal record keeping for CSL education administration and for Member Communities where classes are taken.

The CSL Department of Education may periodically send registered students emails related to courses they have taken or student history to keep our records current.

The CSL Education Department may, at students’ or their community’s request, send certificates or correspondence to verify student history.

We are committed to ensuring that all student information is secure. In order to prevent unauthorized

access or disclosure, we have suitable physical, electronic and managerial procedures to safeguard and

secure the information we collect.

We do not make any student information available for solicitation.

Students may request details of personal information on file with the CSL Education Department under the Data Protection Act 1998 by writing to:


Human Resources

573 Park Point Drive

Golden, CO, 80401

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EDUCATION PROGRAM

Organizational Vision: Centers for Spiritual Living is a global organization comprised of individuals and communities committed to living consciously as expressions of God.

Education Vision: Centers for Spiritual Living provides education that transforms lives, igniting the potential of each individual to connect with their True Self and to apply and express love, and facilitates personal and global stewardship, healing and connection.

Our Mission: Our mission is to continuously create a profound, professional, and provocative curriculum with emphasis on the consciousness as embodied and taught by Dr. Ernest Holmes. We produce curriculum that includes the practices of Spiritual Mind Treatment, Meditation, and Visioning, and is consistent with the philosophy of Science of Mind, while reflecting ageless wisdom and exploring new ideas from modern science, quantum physics, and psycho-spiritual approaches to Truth. PURPOSE AND PHILOSOPHY OF EDUCATION PROGRAM

The purpose of the education program of Centers for Spiritual Living is to provide the resources, structure, awareness, methods and tools to support spiritual education to our world and fulfill the vision and mission of the organization through transformative delivery of our courses of study.

The philosophy of the education program embodies the following tenets:

Centers for Spiritual Living places great trust in its Ministers to lead, teach, facilitate and oversee the education programs in its Member Communities, and its Practitioners to deliver the programs with the approval and under the supervision of a Senior Minister/Spiritual Director.

Our work as teachers is ultimately about supporting our students in transforming their consciousness. In doing so, it is ultimately the consciousness of the teacher that is continuously expanding. Our daily spiritual practice as teachers and the resulting expanded consciousness is ultimately what the teacher has to offer the student. The education curriculum is designed to free the teacher to focus on expanding and transforming consciousness.

The Science of Mind teaching provides universal spiritual principles with which students may transform their lives. It is not meant to be dogmatic; the greatest interest is in fostering students’ development and growth along their spiritual path, and not to convince them to adopt the Science of Mind philosophy, although many students will, simply because of its powerful impact on our lives.

It is a sacred honor to be a spiritual teacher, and with that comes great responsibility to treat students with dignity, honor, respect and reverence. This need not be approached with fear but approached with great humility and humbleness.

The Education Department and Education Committee of Centers for Spiritual Living are here to support the work of our Ministers and Practitioners as teachers of Science of Mind courses. While these two bodies are entrusted with overseeing and implementing policies and procedures, their highest role and intent is to facilitate the greatest possibility of offering the Science of Mind teaching in the most effective way to our students around the world. Teachers are encouraged to

reach out to the members of these groups for support.

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ETHICS OF THE SPIRITUAL TEACHER

Why a Section on Ethics? Ethics is a system of moral principles or rules of conduct or practice, recognized by a particular culture or group.

An ethical act is one where we refrain from causing harm to others’ experiences or expectations of

happiness. Like a spiritual act, it fosters love, patience, and tolerance. The motivation for ethical acts

moves from a consciousness of caring and seeking to benefit others, rather than from self-interest.

These acts make for lasting rather than momentary happiness and a sense of well-being.

The Dalai Lama (in Ethics for the New Millennium) suggests that those individuals whose conduct is

ethically positive are happier and more satisfied than those who disregard ethics. Yet, conducting

ourselves ethically means more than merely obeying laws and precepts. It means guarding against

those factors which obstruct inner peace and promoting those things conducive to inner peace (i.e.,

concern for others and a high degree of sensitivity and feeling). A consideration of ethics is an

invitation to consider inner motivations and the consequences of one’s own actions.

Ethics for Science of Mind Classrooms As Ministers and Practitioners, we are teachers and facilitators of learning environments for

understanding and practicing the Science of Mind teaching. We create teaching and learning

environments and experiences in which students who desire to discover and apply this philosophy in

their lives may do so. This is accomplished not only through the content of the material studied, but

also the experiences they have through what we model for them, and through what is shared by their

fellow students.

Our intention is that students experience the following: 1. SPIRITUALITY: We model the practice of universal principles expressed by Ernest Holmes in his

statement “What We Believe.” That is, we look beyond materiality and invite ourselves and our

students into demonstrating an openness to the Unseen, as The Presence is ever seeking to express

itself in new ways in our daily lives. 2. LOVE: We allow the blessings of Spirit to flow through us and as us so students have an opportunity

to discover they are welcome, appreciated, valued, heard, understood, respected, guided, responded

to, and validated for the variety of ways which they express. 3. INTEGRITY: We honor our spiritual beliefs and are fair in our actions. Students have the

opportunity to see consistency between what we say and do. We refrain from any romantic or sexual

relationship with our students. Students experience the sacredness of the trust they place in the

teacher. 4. CARING: We are concerned about, have affection for, and make a conscientious effort to

ensure each student has the best learning experience.

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5. COMPASSION: In all we say and do, we express kindheartedness and generosity toward all.

Teachers should be consciously aware of the impact of their words and actions on others’ wellbeing.

This is demonstrated in how assignments are recommended, the way students receive feedback and

the nature of dialogue and discussion.

6. ACCOUNTABILITY: We are conscientious in fulfilling all course and education program agreements

with Centers for Spiritual Living and with the students. We enthusiastically seek opportunities to report

to CSL all that is requested, to explain students’ responsibilities and to fulfill students’ expectations as

identified in course descriptions. 7. TEAMWORK: We encourage students to learn and work together in harmony. At times students

are in positions where they follow, lead, engage in consensus and have the opportunity for individual

choices. 8. OPEN COMMUNICATION: We create opportunities for teachers and students to express their own

thoughts and hear others’ authentic thoughts and points of view. Students and teachers discuss,

dialogue and explore meanings behind points of view and feelings expressed.

9. CONFIDENTIALITY: Students experience a safe environment where confidentiality around individual

sharing is agreed upon by all. 10. EDUCATION: We recognize the unique needs of adult learners. Our students have opportunities to

reason, discern, acquire knowledge, intuit, contemplate and prepare to live as spiritually mature and

enlightened individuals. They have opportunities to discover, think, talk, observe and create. They are

provided ways to practically apply universal principles and sacred stories to their personal

circumstances and to contemporary issues. 11. COMMUNITY SERVICE: We create opportunities for students to discover their internal motivations,

spontaneous expressions, and spiritual commitment as they anchor their spiritual growth through sacred

service in the local and global community.

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TEACHING AND LEARNING IN SCIENCE OF MIND CLASSROOMS

Let us begin this section with a quote from our Founder, Ernest Holmes in The Science of Mind:

Peace be unto thee, stranger, enter and be not afraid.

I have left the gate open and thou art welcome to my home.

There is room in my house for all.

I have swept the hearth and lighted the fire.

The room is warm and cheerful and you will find comfort and rest within.

The table is laid and the fruits of Life are spread before thee.

The wine is here also, it sparkles in the light.

I have set a chair for you where the sunbeams dance through the shade.

Sit and rest and refresh your soul. Eat of the fruit and drink the wine. All, all is yours, and you are welcome.

May this be the spirit and vibration in each of our Science of Mind classrooms!

Teacher Responsibilities

Expressing from the consciousness Ernest Holmes so beautifully established in The Science of Mind

you, as teachers of the Science of Mind, are invited to enter into the “Teaching Order,” the hallmark

of our Religious Science Ministry. You serve the community drawn to your portals, by using the best

methods for providing teaching and learning experiences. Teachers of the Science of Mind do this by

creating a student-centered teaching and learning environment which is attractive, warm, joyful,

spiritually inspiring, honoring diversity, intellectually challenging and practically useful.

Student-Centered Learning in the Science of Mind Classroom:

Supports Students’ Divinity: Science of Mind teaches that all come with the potential of revealing the Divine. Therefore, Science of Mind teachers recognize that each student comes with assets (ideas, ways of perceiving life experiences and ways of doing things) upon which the learning activities may be built toward an expanded repertoire.

Supports Students to Embody the Principles: Ernest Holmes reminds us that in order to understand, one must embody --- or make a concept a part of one’s being --- in thought, feelings and body. Science of Mind teachers provide opportunities for students to be actively engaged in learning by using experiential methods and by discovering and using outer and inner senses, to acquire and to express new understandings.

Enables Students to Be Motivated and Find Meaning: Adult learning theory suggests it is

essential to draw on the experiences of mature students to stimulate interest in acquiring new

understandings and to make topics relevant. Science of Mind teachers provide opportunities for

students to relate personal, cultural, historical, and contemporary experiences to the content of

the course being explored.

Provides Joyfully Attractive and Orderly Environment: Teachers and staff working with students

are encouraged to bring and inspire feelings of warmth and joy. Opportunities are provided for

students to be engaged with the information, to feel connected to the community of learners, to

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have fun discovering and relating to one’s own foibles and expansiveness and to laugh and be

surprised when the new opens into the familiar.

Prepares for and stimulates a Spiritually Inspiring Atmosphere: Science of Mind teachers are

expected to set the tone for the course by engaging in pre-class activity to prepare their own

consciousness to be a transparent place through which Spirit flows freely into the learning

experience with joy, wisdom, intuitive insights, and brilliant guidance. Teachers provide the

opportunity for students to be open to the information to be shared. Each session starts with a

centering moment - invocation, treatment, meditation and/or visioning experience. During the

session, the teacher guides students into deeper realms of thinking, knowing, and expressing by

asking thought-provoking questions, inviting intuitive revelations, and engaging in creative

expressions. The atmosphere is charged with students’ expressions of awe, wonder,

compassion, and devotion.

Honors Students’ Diversity: Science of Mind teachers embrace the Global Vision of Centers for

Spiritual Living and recognize that the people of the world are of one inclusive community, our

global family. Teachers provide opportunities in the classroom for students to consciously

deepen their sense of connectedness with people of different economic, age, gender, sexual

orientation, ethnic, nationality, religious, and cultural backgrounds and experiences. Sensitive to

Ernest Holmes’ thinking that unity does not mean uniformity, the teacher takes time to find out

about, experience, and support ways of learning appropriate for cultures different from his/her

own. The teacher creates opportunities for students to acknowledge and accept differences

among people. The teacher is an example of, and facilitates harmony, respect, and fairness

among people of different cultural groups in the spiritual community. The teacher uses relevant

language and examples, while facilitating application activities to allow for unique ways of

perceiving, understanding, and applying information to be honored.

Establishes Intellectually Challenging Assignments: Teachers present the curriculum in a way

that ensures that students participating in the course are challenged. Teachers raise questions

stimulating critical thinking, analytical processing, and summarizing the concepts discussed.

Students discover they are informed, mentally stretched, and/or soulfully deepened.

Strives to make Outcomes Practical: Science of Mind Teachers use, as examples, master

teachers from throughout the ages, to provide avenues through which the subtle, the

paradoxes, and the transcendent ways of knowing may become practically applied in students’

daily lives. Teachers use sacred stories, the koans (the pithy and paradoxical statements which

teach emptiness by confounding the intellect, forcing students back on their direct apprehension

of Reality), parables, ceremonies, rituals, lecture and discussions, Socratic discourse, practical

demonstrations of healings and artistic expressions to ensure students perceive practical ways to

transform their lives and transcend limited ways of being— thus opening their lives to express

their innate magnificence in the world.

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SECTION I GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT CERTIFICATED/NON-CERTIFICATED COURSES

Certificated Courses – Centers for Spiritual Living (CSL) uses the term Certificated as follows:

• A Certificated Course is designed to ensure that the universal principles, as written by Dr. Ernest Holmes and identified as Science of Mind Principles, are made transparent to students so they understand and apply the principles and related practices in their daily lives. This curriculum is recognized by CSL. Certificated Courses are made available to anyone who is seeking spiritual growth. Additionally, hours accumulated while studying in any Certificated Course may be credited toward the requirements to enter the Professional Practitioner Studies Program in CSL.

Each CSL-approved education course contains essential objectives and concepts that CSL expects to be imparted to our students. Our curriculum provides many recommended methods by which these objectives and concepts may be imparted. As long as the objectives and concepts of a CSL-approved course are taught, our ministers, practitioners, and teachers have the discretion to determine what methods to use, even if those methods are not expressly stated in existing curriculum. Ministers, practitioners, and teachers also have the ability to supplement or add new material to any existing course. These courses may be registered as a current certificated course with the same objectives and concepts. Certificates will be issued with the name of the CSL-Certificated Course and student will have record of the course on their permanent education transcript.

CSL Courses are not certificated nor accredited by any other agency. Therefore, the courses may

not qualify for credit at any other establishment or educational institution.

Non-Certificated Courses – These are other courses developed by ministers or practitioners of CSL and may also be offered by member communities. They are usually shorter in length than the Certificated Courses and some are designed to be used by groups within the community with or without an authorized professional leading.

AUTHORIZED PROFESSIONALS TO TEACH CERTIFICATED COURSES

All certificated courses must be taught and registered through a CSL-affiliated community in good standing or the CSL Online Education Program.

• Centers for Spiritual Living Ministers/Spiritual Directors licensed or ordained are authorized to

teach Certificated Courses and the Professional Practitioner Studies Program within a member

community of CSL. • Spiritual Practitioners licensed by CSL may be authorized to teach Certificated Courses if so

approved by the Senior Minister/Spiritual Director of their member community, or their Regional Support Coordinator (RSC), the authorizing individual to sign off on the Registration Form.

• Online Course Teachers must be licensed as a Practitioner or Minister of a CSL-affiliated Member Community endorsed by CSL (See 2016 CSL Policies and Procedures 10.5).

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Practitioners must be approved by their Senior Minister to teach online for an affiliated community. These individuals have demonstrated proven abilities to teach Science of Mind courses and proven online course delivery skills.

• Non-Certificated Course Teachers may be anyone whom the Senior Minister or Department of Education identifies as appropriate to deliver workshops or classes consistent with the Science of Mind philosophy.

AUTHORIZED ORGANIZATIONS to TEACH CERTIFICATED COURSES

• Member Communities that are affiliated with CSL may offer Certificated Courses. If the member community is without a Senior Minister/Spiritual Director, Certificated Courses and the Professional Practitioners Studies Program may be offered, if approved and overseen by the Regional Support Coordinator or CSL-approved designee. If your Member Community is without a Senior Minister/Spiritual Director, please contact the CSL Education Department for procedural information by emailing [email protected]. The offering of the Professional Practitioner Studies Program by a Spiritual Practitioner who is the Director of a Teaching Chapter must be approved and overseen by the Regional Support Coordinator.

TEACHING CERTIFICATED COURSES AT A MEMBER COMMUNITY WITHOUT A SENIOR MINISTER If your Member Community is without a Senior Minister, please follow the steps below if you intend to teach certificated courses while without a permanent Senior Minister. Questions about this process can be directed to Nicole Hedlof, Education Program Coordinator at [email protected]. *Please note the process outlined below pertains to Education department requirements only. There may be additional requirements for your Member Community from other Home Office departments and/or your Regional Support Coordinator (RSC).

Obtain the Approval for Teaching Certificated Education without a Senior Minister form. This form

is available from the Licensing & Credentialing Department packet for Member Communities

without Senior Ministers and is also available in the back of this catalog as well as from the

Education Department directly.

The above form is to be completed by your Regional Support Coordinator and submitted to Home

Office prior to the registration of any certificated courses. Only those instructors listed on the

form are approved for teaching certificated courses at your Member Community.

The completed Approval for Teaching Certificated Education without a Senior Minister form will

be kept on file for your Member Community. When your community obtains a new Senior

Minister this form will be marked as inactive.

Registration forms for completed classes are to be signed by those instructors approved to teach

courses within that Member Community.



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Certificated course registrations submitted to Home Office while your Member Community is

without a Senior Minister will be processed as usual, with the verification that only approved

instructors are teaching certificated courses. Certificates generated from the registrations will list

the Regional Support Coordinator as the signing Minister.

The Regional Support Coordinator has 2 options for signing Certificated Course Certificates of Completion:

o The Regional Support Coordinator can provide Home Office with an electronic signature.

This signature will be printed onto the certificates by Home Office. Certificates are then

sent directly from Home Office to the Member Community to be distributed to students.

o The Regional Support Coordinator can opt not to provide the electronic signature. In this

case, certificates will be generated without a signature and sent directly to the RSC to sign.

Home Office will provide the RSC with an addressed and stamped envelope to then send

the signed certificates to the Member Community to be distributed to students.

If you Member Community obtains an Interim Minister, procedures for teaching and registering

courses will be addressed on a case-by-case basis. Please contact Nicole Hedlof, Education

Program Coordinator, at [email protected] if this occurs.

When your Member Community fills the position of Senior Minister the above policies will be

terminated and registration and certificate processing will resume normal procedures.

Please see the Procedures & Forms section of this catalog to obtain the Approval for Teaching Certificated Education without a Senior Minister form.

AUTHORIZED ORGANIZATIONS to TEACH CERTIFICATED COURSES ONLINE OR VIA MIXED DELIVERY Centers that wish to become Authorized Online Education providers and offer certificated courses online are to complete the procedures listed below. Authorization Process:

Review the 10.5 Online Education Policies and Procedures (listed below) along with the Online Education/Mixed Delivery brochure (available on the Education website www.csl.org/Education) with your leadership team.

Complete and sign the CSL Authorized Online Education Provider Covenant. Return the covenant to Misha Brigham, Online Education Program Coordinator, via scanning and

email or US Postal Service.

Once the covenant is received, the Certificate of Authorization will be mailed and sent electronically. Listed below you will find section 10.5 Online Education of the CSL Policies and Procedures manual.


https://csl.org/education/wp-content/uploads/Online-Education-Policy-June-2017-1.pdf

https://csl.org/education/wp-content/uploads/Online-Policies-and-Procedures-Packet-June-2017-1.pdf



https://csl.org/education/wp-content/uploads/Online-Edu-Authorized-Online-Education-Covenant-1.pdf

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POLICIES

A. Purpose: To uphold a standard of excellence for online education whereby all CSL-Affiliated Communities offer quality instruction to participants of CSL certificated courses. B. Definitions: Defined terms used within the online education policies and procedures. Online Education: Education that is primarily delivered via the internet through virtual technologies.

There is both an asynchronous and synchronous aspect to the course. Asynchronous (not in real time): The portion of the class is done on the participants’ time. Participants

interact with each other and the instructor via a technology such as a news forum or email. All coursework is submitted via technology.

Synchronous: (in real time): The face-to-face component of the course that takes place virtually in real time.

CSL Certificated Courses: Prerequisite certificated courses that must be registered with Home Office. See Education Catalog for current certificated courses.

Mixed Delivery Courses: Courses that are taught to face-to-face audiences with some participants joining online with the use of audio/video technology.

Learning Management System (LMS): A web site that contains a set of tools used to provide organized content, communication tools, links, upload and download capabilities for teacher and participants’ interactivity in online courses.

C. General Information: This policy is written for CSL-affiliated centers who wish to teach CSL certificated online courses and/or use mixed delivery methods for education (see Section I). This policy outlines considerations and best practices for online education. It is written to support CSL affiliated communities offering successful online education programs. CSL expects that participating communities will have the necessary education and training to uphold CSL best practices for online education. CSL offers online education and training to support the best practices for successful online education programs. This policy is also written to educate and support CSL-affiliated communities who offer mixed delivery courses. Best practices for successful mixed delivery courses are outlined in section I. D. Considerations for Online Education Programs: The appropriateness and viability of online education programs must be carefully considered. Below are three areas of consideration before offering online education through a CSL-affiliated community.

1. Planning/Implementation: Thorough planning and implementation for online education is a key to success for the overall program. Here are some considerations to take in regards to planning and implementing a successful online program:

a. Technology and Learning Management System: Preparing the content and course activities online, preparing participant guides for introducing the participants to the use of the technology, creating feedback to the participants, being prepared to support the participants and back up plans for technological challenges. b. Path of course offerings, methods of building spiritual community, communication and continued social connection established. c. Training instructors and assistants on online pedagogical strategies and integrating tools to

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support participants’ online learning. Registration and communication with participants before, during and after the course. Payment of online instructor and CSL-affiliated member community. d. Marketing of courses to a target audience. Collecting a mailing list, methods of advertising, social media strategies, and other marketing strategies. e. Creating a syllabus listing course objectives, format of the course, length of the course, participant expectations, participant communications, timelines for engagement of course materials, methods of engaging and attending class, minimum technology requirements, books needed, speed of Internet access.

2. Design: Certificated courses must be adapted for the unique nature of the online learning environment. CSL-affiliated communities are expected to apply best practice technique when adapting a course for online delivery. A successful design of an online course from face-to-face curriculum takes time and expertise to develop. Developing an online spiritual community requires additional skills as online learners have different needs than those who are face-to-face in community. 3. CSL Education Policies and Course Registration: CSL Education Policies and Procedures are to be followed when teaching certificated courses. A registration fee must be paid for all participants taking certificated courses. Collecting and paying the fee is to be taken into consideration when setting up CSL-certificated online courses. See Section 10.3 Certificated Courses Policies and Procedures for details.

E. Teaching Certificated Courses Online through a CSL-Affiliated Community: All CSL-affiliated communities may teach certificated courses online leading to Practitioner training providing the following criteria are met:

1. An online education covenant is signed and filed with Home Office. The signed covenant is an agreement from the CSL-Affiliated Community to uphold the best practices listed in Section 10.5.H. Covenant can be found on the Education Program website (www.csl.org/education) or can be requested from the Spiritual Development Education department at [email protected]. 2. The CSL Education Policies and Procedures for registering courses/participants are followed. See CSL Policies & Procedures updated 2016 or later, Section 10.2 and 10.3. 3. CSL-affiliated communities are to report all online course activity on the annual report.

F. Teaching Practitioner Training Online through a CSL-Affiliated Community: This policy is currently under review and is subject to change. All CSL-affiliated communities may teach Practitioner I and II training providing the following criteria are met:

1. CSL-affiliated communities have a signed covenant filed with CSL and are current with the policies as stated in Section 10.5.E. 2. A practitioner verification form for all participants entering into Practitioner I training must be submitted to Home Office. Home Office will verify participants’ prerequisite courses before Practitioner I training begins. 3. In-person retreats must be held during year 1 and 2 of Practitioner training. Retreats may


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combine Practitioner I and II participants. Retreat dates and location must be filed with Home Office. 4. CSL licensing procedures as outlined in section 8 must be followed. 5. Practitioner applicants of a CSL-Affiliated Community who have completed their Practitioner II training online will have successful oral panels required for licensing set up or approved by Home Office.

G. CSL-Affiliated Communities offering Mixed Delivery Courses:

1. A Mixed Delivery Course Covenant is signed and filed with Home Office. Covenant can be found on the Education website (www.csl.org/Education) or can be requested from the Spiritual Development Education department at [email protected]. 2. The Mixed Delivery Course Covenant upholds the following best practices: Sections 10.5.H.1, 10.5.H.2, 10.5.H.4, 10.5.H.5, 10.5.H.7. 3. The CSL Education Policies and Procedures for registering courses/participants are followed. See CSL Policies & Procedures updated 2016 or later, Sections 10.2 and 10.3. 4. CSL-affiliated communities are to report all online course activity on the annual report.

H. Best Practices for Online Education: CSL-affiliated communities agree to uphold the following best practices when offering online education: (Mixed Delivery Course Best Practices marked with an *.)

*1. Spiritual Consciousness Engage in conscious preparation prior to the start of the course. Set intentions and establish the consciousness of the course and begin to envision and build

relationships with potential participants. Respect relationships between participants and CSL-affiliated communities. Establish communication practices with CSL-affiliated communities when a participant

attends an online course from another community. Honor, understand and adjust curriculum to the cultural diversity of participants. Be mindful of time differences for each participant.

*2. Technology

Proficiency in the technologies used to deliver the course (or have expert technical assistance).

Prepare plan for technological alternatives in the event of issues and challenges. Provide clear technological instruction to participants. Know minimal technological requirements for course.

3. Learning Management System (LMS)

Implement a software application for the administration of the course and supplemental materials (Moodle, etc.) so that participants know where to go to find materials, review the timelines, interact with one another, etc.

Design continual course activities that that drive the participants to utilize the LMS throughout the course.

*4. Facilitator Presence Create safe and sacred space for interactions between all members and aspects of the

course: facilitator-participant, participant-participant, participant-course material. Prepare online activities, respond to assignments and engage with participants.

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Develop an open, available and responsive relationship with participants. Assess participants’ emotional, spiritual and physical needs and respond with care for

spiritual and personal growth.

*5. Communication Establish confidentiality and communication guidelines. Model appropriate and authentic sharing. Provide continual, timely and precise communication with participants in and between class

sessions. State participants learning objectives as they move through the course. (i.e. what will

participants get out of the course).

6. Spiritual Community Establishes social platforms for connection and support for all participants. Nurture dialogue and life application of course material. Provide space for deepening relationship between participants.

*7. Course Delivery

Maintain current Best Practices and theories for online education course delivery. Appeal to visual, auditory and kinesthetic learners through a variety of content delivery

strategies. Establish predictable course pattern and format. Maintain energetic flow of course material through dynamic and relevant activities to

maintain participant engagement.

I. Online Education Support and Training: Centers for Spiritual Living offers training courses to support the successful delivery of online education programs through CSL-affiliated communities. Training courses and modules will be designed to support centers to continually grow and improve their online education offerings. New trainings will be communicated to the field and posted on the Education Program website, http://www.csl.org/education.

Procedures

J. Establishing a CSL-Affiliated Community for Online Education: 1. Read 10.5 CSL Online Education Policy and Procedures in its entirety with the leadership of the community. 2. Check CSL Education Program website (http://www.csl.org/education) for support documents for teaching online and/or establishing an online education program. 3. Decide if the CSL-Affiliated Community is ready and able to upkeep CSL best practices. 4. Contact CSL Spiritual Development Education Department for CSL Online Education Covenant. 5. Sign and return signed CSL Online Education Covenant to the CSL Spiritual Development Department.



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6. CSL will recognize the CSL-Affiliated Community as a provider of Online Education with a certificate.

K. As a CSL-Affiliated Community for Online Education:

1. Follow all CSL Policies and Procedures for registering participants. See Section 10.2 of 2016 CSL Policies and Procedures. 2. Accurately report all online education activity on the CSL Annual Report.

L. CSL-Affiliated Communities not in Alignment with Policy:

1. CSL-Affiliated Communities found not in alignment with this policy will be contacted by CSL Home Office or an established CSL Online Education Leadership Group. 2. CSL will work with affiliated communities on a case-by-case basis to bring into alignment with policy and procedures or determine any other appropriate action.

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SUGGESTED TUITION

For each course, there is a suggested tuition which teachers can use as a guide for determining what

tuition they desire to charge. It is an estimate of $25.00 per course week, plus the Registration Fee.

REGISTRATION POLICES

Registration Requirements: All member communities authorized to teach Certificated Courses or

the Professional Practitioner Studies Program are responsible for registering students and paying fees

in order for the student(s) to receive credit and a certificate for that course. Any student who is

reviewing a course to meet time requirements in order to continue taking coursework must also be

registered.

All students must be registered with the CSL Spiritual Development Education Department when

the coursework is completed. Students are encouraged to retain their certificate(s) as proof of course

completion and the member community is required to maintain records of the courses each student

has taken.

Purpose of Registration Fees: The Registration Fee permits affiliated centers to teach the intellectual

property of CSL and supports the development of a new Centers for Spiritual Living Education program.

It also supports the administrative staff, computer recording and tracking of each student in every

course, printing and mailing certificates, transcripts and course development costs. The prompt

registration and payment of fees for the students assists CSL in continuing to provide excellent

educational support and curricula.

Class Registration Cost per Student: Effective September 1, 2012, the standard price for

registration of all certificated courses is $45.00; however, the temporary pricing for certain asterisked

(*) courses will be $20.00, pending curriculum evaluation and quality improvement or updating.

The Registration Fee for the Practitioner I and Practitioner II courses are each $100.00 per student per year.

Submitting Student Registration: Within 60 days of completion of any Certificated Course, Practitioner I or Practitioner II courses, the member community must submit the Registration Form, together with the full Registration Fee, by mailing to:


Education Department

573 Park Point Dr. Golden, CO 80401

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REGISTRATION PROCEDURES

Student Registration Form: Please complete the form thoroughly and legibly for accurate record

keeping and certificate printing. Doing so ensures efficient processing and handling. All registration

forms must contain a minister’s or education director’s signature in order to be processed.

A separate registration form should be used for each course. For students who have completed the

course for the first time the “CREDIT” space is to be checked. For students taking the course an

additional time and already have the course on their record, the “REVIEW” space should be checked.

Courses for Credit: A student receives credit for a certificated course upon meeting the standards of

the course. Successful completion of a course is determined by the instructor and properly registered

and recorded with CSL. See Description of Certificated Courses for course registration fee. A certificate

is issued upon registration.

Course for Review: Students who have successfully completed any Certificated Course and already

have the course on their record, may retake the same course as a review. The course will be recorded

on the student’s transcript. The registration fee for a course for review is $20. A certificate of

completion will be issued.

Tuition for reviewing a course: Each Member Community has the option to set/decrease tuition

amounts for courses students are completing as review. Please note that any discount on tuition does

not change the review registration fee of $20.

Reviewing a course is for a student who is retaking a course they have already completed, for an

additional time. A reviewed course appears on the student’s transcript.

Courses for CEUs: Licensed Spiritual Practitioners and Ministers may complete certificated courses as

CEU credit. These courses are to be registered with Home Office as Review and require the $20

registration fee.

Each student’s completed address, along with birth date should be included for identification purposes.

All students’ records are updated accordingly to indicate that they have completed the course either for

Credit or Review.

Reprints for certificates of completion: Students or Teachers may request a new Certificate of Completion for a previously issued certificate.

New certificate emailed as pdf file: Free

Reprinted and mailed: $10.00

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Transcripts: Student Progress Reports and official completed transcripts may be requested at any time by the student or minister. Please email [email protected].

If you find that a student’s transcript is inaccurate, please follow the procedure below to get the transcript updated.

Transcript Troubleshooting and Procedures

1.) Duplicate records: In some cases, students may have duplicate records in the system. Please provide any previous names, addresses or centers attended for research into this so we may merge any duplicate records and create one record for the student and update the transcript.

2.) ICSL classes: Former ICSL classes taken before 2012 may be located in the old ICSL database. Please provide the name(s) of the courses, Member Community where the course was completed, course completion date and name of instructor. If courses are found in this database, they will be added to the student’s record.

3.) Classes not on record:

a) For classes before 2011, please have the instructor verify course completion by providing the following information: Name of student, name of course, name of Member Community where course was completed, course completion date and instructor’s name. Courses will be added to the student record.

b) For courses completed 2012 to present and not registered with Home Office: Please use the current registration form and procedures and submit payment. Registration details are outlined above.

c) For courses completed 2012 to present and registered with Home Office and not recorded: Please provide the Education Department with as many details as possible, check #, name of course, course completion date, name of Member Community where course was completed, approximate date registration was submitted. We will conduct further research to update the record.

4.) Variance Requests: Students with only 4 or 5 of the prerequisite courses may request a variance into

practitioner training. The Senior Minister can request a variance letter template from the Education Department to be completed, reviewed and if approved, saved in the student’s permanent record.

TIME REQUIREMENT POLICIES AND RECOMMENDATIONS

Certificated Course Recommendation: It is recommended to only enroll in only one course at a time,

so that the individual has the opportunity to study the material in depth, and apply this new

understanding to daily life experiences—thus opening to embody the new concepts. A student in any

Certificated Course may take another certificated course concurrently with minister’s approval.

Practitioner Training Entry Application Recommendation: It is recommended that students who are

applying to complete Practitioner Training through a Member Community submit a Spiritual Mind

Treatment as a part of their application. This allows the instructor/Senior Minister the opportunity to

assess the students’ Treatment abilities based on the current level of study.


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Time Requirement to Enter Professional Practitioner Studies: Beginning September 2015,

students are eligible to enter the Practitioner Program only after completing a minimum of 6 courses

of study (see Prerequisite Coursework for Practitioner Studies or Path to Practitioner Studies chart

included below) in the required courses from the subject categories listed in this Catalog. All

certificated courses must be completed within the preceding five years of enrolling into Practitioner

Studies. If more than five years has elapsed, that course must be retaken. For example, if more than

five years has elapsed since taking Foundations, the course must be retaken prior to entry into

Practitioner Training. No certificated course older than five years will be counted as meeting any

requirement for entering Practitioner Studies unless a variance is requested in writing by the Senior

Minister/Spiritual Director.

Time Requirement during Practitioner Training: The Practitioner I certificate is valid for three (3)

years from the date of course completion for entry into Practitioner II. If more than 3 years elapse

between Practitioner I and II, Practitioner I must be repeated.

Practitioner Licensing: The Practitioner II certificate is valid for two (2) years from the date

of course completion for applying for licensure as a Licensed Spiritual Practitioner through

Centers for Spiritual Living.

If more than two (2) years have elapsed since completion of Practitioner II, the student

must retake Practitioner II before reapplying for licensing.

If more than five (5) years have elapsed since completion of Practitioner I or II the

student must retake a Foundational Course and Practitioner I and/or II before

initiating the licensing process.

A practitioner license will only be issued with all required courses registered with

Centers for Spiritual Living. A completed transcript is required as part of the

application process for practitioner licensure. Record of courses completed can be

requested by email to either Nicole Hedlof, Education Program Coordinator at

[email protected] or Misha Brigham, Online Education Program Coordinator, at

[email protected].

The Professional Practitioner Education Exam grade is valid for one year after

completion. If a student passes the exam but chooses not to license, the exam will

remain on record for one year. After this time the student will be required to retake

the exam if applying for licensure as a Practitioner.

Responsibility for Adhering to Time Requirements: It is the Member Community’s responsibility to

verify that time limits have been adhered to and that course work that was previously taken is

appropriately registered at CSL before permitting registration into any additional course.

Variances to these Requirements/Recommendations: The Senior Minister/Spiritual Director of a

Member Community may make a request of the Department of Education for a variance to any of these

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SECTION II

CERTIFICATED AND NON-CERTIFICATED SCIENCE OF MIND CURRICULUM PATHWAYS OF EDUCATION

A student may either pursue a certificated course of study in preparation to becoming a Professional

Practitioner or Minister in Centers for Spiritual Living (CSL) or take any certificated or non-certificated

course for personal growth and understanding.

PROFESSIONAL PRACTITIONER STUDIES PROGRAM SEE THE CSL POLICIES & PROCEDURES, SECTIONS 10.2 AND 10.3 FOR REQUIREMENTS FOR ENTERING PRACTITIONER STUDIES

Beginning in September 2012, the Professional Practitioner Studies Program is offered in two

courses, Practitioner I and Practitioner II, over a two-year period. Both courses may be taken either

in a Member Community or, where there are no such communities nearby, through the Centers for

Spiritual Living Online Education Program.

In order to be eligible for entry into the Professional Practitioner Studies Program, the student must

have completed and have registered all required courses, a minimum of 6, as specified in CSL’s Policies

and Procedures Manual. The required courses are summarized on the next page.

At the start of Practitioner Training: The Practitioner Instructor must submit a Practitioner Verification

Form no later than 30 days after the first class for all students entering into Practitioner I. This is to

ensure that the minimum requirements have been met upon entry into Practitioner Training. The

Practitioner Verification Form is located at the end of this catalog or as a single form on the CSL

Education website, www.csl.org/Education.

Before entry into Practitioner II:

Prior to the start of every Practitioner II course, the Practitioner Instructor is required to submit the

completed Practitioner II Student List Form. This form ensures that all Practitioner II classes and

instructors receive important communication from Home Office regarding exams, panels and licensing

as well as continues the process of student record check. This form is located at the end of this catalog

or as a single form on the CSL Education website, www.csl.org/Education.

During the Practitioner II Course: At the end of the Practitioner II course, students who intend to

license as Practitioners with Centers for Spiritual Living are required to complete and pass the

Professional Practitioner Education Exam. This exam will test the students’ knowledge of all course

material from the foundational level through Practitioner II.

http://www.csl.org/Education

http://www.csl.org/Education

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Students who do not intend to license as Practitioner with Centers for Spiritual Living are not required

to complete the exam. Students may elect not to complete the exam but can still receive credit for the

Practitioner II course, should all other course requirements be met. Should a student who previously

elected not to complete the exam choose to license in the future, a current passing grade for the exam

is required.

Please note that the grade for the Professional Practitioner Exam is valid for one year after completion.

After this time the student will be required to retake the exam if applying for licensure as a Practitioner.

Administering the Exam

It required that the exam be proctored. Member Communities may elect to have the instructor of the

Practitioner II course proctor the exam within the classroom or may elect to administer the exam

outside of the classroom with a proctor other than the instructor.

Should your Member Community have a student completing the exam with a Disability, all ADA

requirements must be met to accommodate this student. Please reference the ADA Testing

Accommodations website for more information. CSL can work with any Member Community that may

need assistance in providing appropriate accommodations as necessary.

ADA Testing Accommodations Website: https://www.ada.gov/regs2014/testing_accommodations.html

CSL Support: [email protected]

Centers for Spiritual Living Education Department considers 80% a passing grade for the Professional

Practitioner Education Exam. If students do not meet the criteria for a passing grade, the following

options are available to the instructor for students who do not score an 80% or higher on the

Practitioner Education Exam:

Exam Retest Students who do not pass the exam on the first attempt may retake the exam in an effort to receive a passing grade.

Education Requirements Set appropriate education or relevant requirements for students before moving the student through the Licensing Process. Member Communities may add additional courses to support the student in becoming a successful Practitioner before sponsoring the candidate for licensing. Students will also need to retake the Practitioner Education Exam until a passing grade is met.

Student Specific Options Practitioner Instructors may contact CSL Education Manager, Rev. Nicole Merges at [email protected], for additional or unique options for students.

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Submitting Grades to Home Office Once Member Communities have administered both the Professional Practitioner Education Exam and the Licensing Questionnaire, this information needs to be submitted to Home Office. Please complete the Practitioner Exam & Licensing Questionnaire Grade Form & Panel Information form. This form is to be sent to the Education Department at [email protected]. (All information will be shared with the Licensing and Credentialing Department.) No Practitioner Candidate will be able to License without this information on file.

At time of Practitioner Licensing: Students who complete Practitioner II and are ready to license must

have a complete transcript, having fulfilled all educational requirements for licensing as well as a passing

exam grade completed within the last 12 months. Only students with a complete transcript will be

eligible for licensing. Please contact Misha Brigham, Online Education Coordinator at [email protected]

to check the status of educational records.

Incomplete transcripts may be updated to complete. Centers should work with the Education

Department directly to make sure transcripts are accurate and complete. Licenses will be issued to new

practitioners once transcripts are complete and accurate.



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PREREQUISITE COURSEWORK FOR PRACTITIONER STUDIES

Created: June 2014 current as of: February 2018

These are the prerequisites for practitioner training. All students entering into practitioner training beginning

Fall 2015 will be required to comply with these course requirements. Student variances to these prerequisites

must be cleared by the CSL Spiritual Development Education Department.

Visit www.csl.org/education to access this form.

CERTIFICATED COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR ENTRY INTO PROFESSIONAL PRACTITIONER STUDIES

There are six (6) courses required

I. FOUNDATIONAL LEVEL COURSEWORK

Choose 1 among the following 3 courses as the prerequisite for the subsequent courses:

· New Foundations of the Science of Mind

· Beyond Limits

· The Spiritual Path/Spiritual Mind Treatment (SOM 101 and 102)

II. ERNEST HOLMES PHILOSOPHY

Choose 1 of the following 2 courses:

· The Essential Ernest Holmes

· Building a Healing Consciousness/Principles of Successful Living (SOM 103 and 104)

III. HISTORY/PHILOSOPHY COURSEWORK –

Choose 1 of the following 2 courses:

· Exploring Roots

· From Whence We Came

IV. CONSCIOUSNESS –

Choose 2 or 3 of the following courses:

· Building a Healing Consciousness (SOM 103)

· Creative Process in the Individual (SOM 213)

· The Edinburgh Lectures (SOM 207)

· Meditation is More Than You Think

· Power of Your Word

· Practical Mysticism

· Self-Mastery: The Emergence of the True Self

· Treatment and Meditation: Spiritual Practices for Daily Living

CONSCIOUSNESS ELECTIVES

If only 2 courses from the consciousness category are taken, students can include 1 course from the vast selection of all other Certificated Courses. See Education Catalog for Elective Courses.


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DESCRIPTION OF CERTIFICATED COURSES

NOTE: The naming and numbering of the following certificated courses are still reflective of the

naming and numbering systems of the former ICSL and UCSL organizations. This is to help our

Ministers in identifying and finding those courses that were taught under the former organizations.

For example, all former UCSL courses were listed by NAME (“Beyond Limits”); all former ICSL courses

were listed by number (SOM 207: “The Edinburgh Lectures”).

I. FOUNDATION LEVEL COURSEWORK

Choose one (1) from the following list of courses.

SOM 101: The Spiritual Path/SOM 102: Spiritual Mind Treatment: The Nature of Effective Prayer

These two (2) former ICSL courses have been combined to become one (1) introductory course using

The Science of Mind. **Both classes must be taken for Foundation credit. Courses registered separately cost

$22.50 per course.

Length of Course: 16 weeks total

Recommended Text: The Science of Mind by Ernest Holmes

Suggested Tuition: $445.00

CSL Registration Fee: $45/student SOM 101/102 registered as one class

New Foundations of the Science of Mind

This is a revision and widely updated new version of the Foundational Course. It presents a new

spiritual principle each week and a spiritual practice to support that principle. The Creative Process

is introduced at the beginning of the class and then flows through each week, so that the student has

the opportunity to see and use the Creative Process at work in each spiritual principle. Each week also

features the writing of one of our elders as well as one of our contemporaries on the subject at hand.

These include Dr. William Hornaday, Dr. Frank Richelieu, Terry Cole Whittaker, Dr. Jesse Jennings, Dr.

Kathy Hearn, Dr. Linda McNamar, and many more.

Released in 2007

Length of Course: 10 weeks



CSL Registration Fee: $45/student

Beyond Limits

This course is a dynamic new course that has been successful at Mile Hi Church. It takes the

foundational principles and offers them in a new format for beginning students and those unfamiliar

with Science of Mind. Topics include Oneness, Spiritual Mind Treatment, the reciprocal universe, the

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Creative Process, hidden beliefs, and other essential principles. It also offers new wording and ideas

for presenting our basic ideas in new ways. This course includes a PowerPoint presentation that the

instructor can use to guide the students through each class presentation.

Released in 2007

Length of Course: 10 Weeks

Recommended Text: How to Change Your Life by Ernest Holmes

Creative Ideas by Ernest Holmes



II. ERNEST HOLMES PHILOSOPHY COURSEWORK Choose one (1) from the following list of courses.

The Essential Ernest Holmes

This course is a loving tribute to Dr. Ernest Holmes and all the wisdom he brought to the world. The course is based upon What We Believe? Each week the students have the opportunity to examine each of the ideas contained in it and uncover ways to make the power of this teaching come alive in their lives. Each week has a meditation on Light that takes the student progressively deeper and deeper into the Light to find Inner Truth. Released in 2007


Recommended Text: The Essential Ernest Holmes by Dr. Jesse Jennings



Building a Healing Consciousness/Principles of Successful Living (SOM 103/104)

This course uses The Science of Mind to deepen the student’s basic understanding of this teaching. It logically follows the courses, SOM 101 and SOM 102. This course is designed to give the student a greater understanding of their place in the Spiritual System, and the part that consciousness plays in demonstrating greater good. On a very practical basis, this course offers the opportunity to set an intention for concrete demonstration of good, and to study the tools for achieving this demonstration. Emphasis is given to use of the Law of Mental Equivalents, Spiritual Mind Treatment, and the qualities of living a spiritual life. Worksheets and a fun “Spiritual Connectedness Activity” make the course interactive and personally relevant.

Length of Course: 16 Weeks Recommended Text: The Science of Mind by Ernest Holmes The Joy of Meditation by Jack & Cornelia Addington Suggested Tuition: $445.00

CSL Registration Fee: $45/student SOM 103/104 registered as one class

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III. HISTORY/PHILOSOPHY COURSEWORK Choose one (1) from the following list of courses

Exploring Roots

This course provides the student with an understanding of the historical roots in America of Ernest Holmes’ philosophy. Specific emphasis is given to the works of Thomas Troward, Emma Curtis Hopkins, and Ralph Waldo Emerson.

Length of Course: 10 Weeks Recommended Text: The Science of Mind by Ernest Holmes Emerson’s Essays by Ralph Waldo Emerson The Edinburgh Lectures on Mental Science by Thomas Troward Scientific Christian Mental Practice by Emma Curtis Hopkins Suggested Tuition: $295.00 CSL Registration Fee: $45/student

From Whence We Came

If you like history, then From Whence We Came is a course you will find most interesting. You won't have to memorize dates or place names. The history is one of ideas which converged in American culture to become what we now know as Religious Science and the larger New Thought movement. These ideas originally arose before recorded history, but were rediscovered in the 19th century by some notable people whose works are read and discussed in this course. These great luminaries of New Thought were the first to frame them in words and make them accessible to the general public. Released in 2012.


Recommended Text: Emerson’s Essays by Ralph Waldo Emerson

The Edinburgh Lectures on Mental Science by Thomas Troward

Scientific Christian Mental Practice by Emma Curtis Hopkins



IV. CONSCIOUSNESS COURSEWORK

Choose three (3) from the following list of courses.

Building a Healing Consciousness (SOM 103)

This course uses The Science of Mind to deepen the student’s basic understanding of this teaching. It logically follows the courses, SOM 101 and SOM 102.



The Joy of Meditation by Jack & Cornelia Addington



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Creative Process in the Individual (SOM 213)

This class is based on the book of the same name which explains the nature of creative action,

beginning with the formation of the universe and ending with a vista of infinite possibilities

attainable by the individual. Thomas Troward argues from basic principles we all understand, and

shows how these principles may be carried into the future. He relies on the maxim that “Principle is

not bound by precedent,” and by the premise that we are not only able, but also required, by the law

of our own being, to take a more active part in our personal evolution than has ever occurred in the

past.

Length of Course: 8 Weeks Recommended Text: Creative Process in the Individual by Thomas Troward

Suggested Tuition: $245.00 CSL Registration Fee: $45/student

The Edinburgh Lectures (SOM 207)

Based on the classic lecture series, The Edinburgh Lectures have inspired nearly every other early New Thought writer. Judge Thomas Troward delivered these lectures in Scotland in 1904, and they have served as the touchstone for metaphysical thinking to this day. Troward's mind is logical, brilliant, and extremely precise. This class is excellent for the serious student of New Thought.


Recommended Text: The Edinburgh Lectures by Thomas Troward



Meditation is More Than You Think

This is an introductory meditation course that begins with the beginner and moves step by step through the powerful tool of meditation in many different modalities. Topics include meditation with light, mantras, sound, movement, breathing, and more. Each week is very experiential with various forms of meditation that the student can then take with them for a richer practice at home. Released in 2007

Length of Course: 8 Weeks Recommended Text: An Easy Guide to Meditation by Roy Eugene Davis - CSA Press, 1978,

Choose One: How to Meditate by Lawrence LeShan - Bantam, 1975 OR

Journey of Awakening by Ram Dass - Bantam, 1978



Practical Mysticism

This course is an exploration of mysticism, what it is and what it is not. It provides the framework for the student to live a more mystical life in present time. Each student sets a personal intention for their lives. Emphasis is given to the practice of meditation and the practice of witnessing consciousness.

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This course is ideal for those seeking to deepen their own awareness of the Divine reality in daily living. Updated December 2008.


Recommended Text: The Foundations of Mysticism by Joel Goldsmith Entering the Castle: Finding the Inner Path to God and Your Soul’s Purpose by Caroline Myss


Power of Your Word

This is an amazing course on the power of Spiritual Mind Treatment. Each week is a thoughtful approach to the deeper understandings of prayer: How does the nature of God and human create prayer, the impact of creative law and beliefs, what to pray for, affirmative treatment, and the state of continuous prayer. Each week has experiential exercises to give these ideas a reality for the student. Released in 2007

Length of Course: 8 Weeks Recommended Text: Refer to course curriculum materials. Suggested Tuition: $245.00 CSL Registration Fee: $45/student

Self-Mastery: The Emergence of the True Self

The Self-Mastery Course focuses on healing the perceived separation between personality and Spirit. Through an active exploration of the creative nature of thoughts and feelings, beliefs and emotions, the students have an opportunity to gain mastery in the art of living as conscious, intentional beings.

Length of Course: 8 Weeks Recommended Text: Living the Science of Mind by Ernest Holmes Suggested Tuition: $245.00 CSL Registration Fee: $45/student

Treatment and Meditation: Spiritual Practices for Daily Living

This course focuses on the student developing lifetime habits of meditation and Spiritual Mind Treatment. Spiritual Mind Treatment for oneself is reviewed and strengthened, and then students advance to treating for other people.

Length of Course: 10 Weeks Recommended Text: Journey of Awakening by Ram Dass

Can We Talk To God? by Ernest Holmes Suggested Tuition: $295.00 CSL Registration Fee: $45/student

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CONSCIOUSNESS ELECTIVES Bible History & Scholarship (SOM 209)

This class examines the history and the many misconceptions of the most published book of all time, with special attention to the fallacies of fundamentalist interpretation. The course looks at the most recent advances in Bible scholarship, including the discovery of the Nag Hammadi text [Gnostic in origin] and the Dead Sea Scrolls. The class is an excellent background course for the New Thought student who wants to know more about the Bible.


Recommended Text: Rescuing the Bible from Fundamentalism by John Shelby Spong



Emerson’s Essays (SOM 208)

Ralph Waldo Emerson has been the most quoted, most inspirational writer in America for over a hundred years. The American voice in Self-Reliance and The Oversoul has influenced the New Thought movement profoundly. Emerson is quoted by all the great metaphysical writers, and he was the first to break through traditional Christianity in such a way as to inspire multitudes to higher thought. Background information on Emerson's times and his fellow members of the Transcendentalist circle is covered. They include Bronson Alcott, Margaret Fuller, Henry David Thoreau, and Walt Whitman.


Recommended Text: Emerson’s Essays by Ralph Waldo Emerson



Essential Emma Curtis Hopkins (SOM 231)

Emma Curtis Hopkins' course is designed to move the committed student from “zero to healer” in

twelve lessons. Unveiling Your Hidden Power: THE WORKBOOK and THE TEXT include a "translated"

text of her 12 lessons into modern language, along with daily practices. Unveiling Your Hidden

Power: TEACHERS MANUAL also includes guidelines for setting up and facilitating a series of classes.


Recommended Text: Unveiling Your Hidden Power: THE TEXT

Unveiling Your Hidden Power: THE WORKBOOK

Unveiling Your Hidden Power: TEACHERS MANUAL


Course materials may be ordered from:

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Wise Woman Press (Bookstores receive 40% discounts)

1408 NE 65th Street, Vancouver, WA 98665

Attention: Michael Terranova

Cell # (503) 310-0105; Email: [email protected]

Financial Freedom

The Principles of Financial Freedom is a recently updated course of metaphysical instruction that

utilizes money as a tool for engaging in a program of deep inner healing. It incorporates leading edge

technologies in 'whole brain' and 'whole body' learning that make these highly effective materials very

user friendly. The course specifically teaches students to duplicate the nature of Spirit in their 'financial

affairs' by developing new attitudes and beliefs about money that are in alignment with Principles of

Spiritual Truth. At the same time, weekly healing segments assist the students in developing the

awareness necessary to release self-defeating patterns of behavior based on old 'error beliefs' about

their money and their lives.

Length of Course: 8 Weeks Recommended Text: Student Workbook and Instructor’s Guide available from:

Rev. Lloyd Strom [email protected] 415-892-4108 Suggested Tuition: $245.00 CSL Registration Fee: $45/student

Ignite Your Life with Bible Wisdom

Jesus used short stories called parables to convey profound spiritual truths. The parables charge our

spiritual journey with energy and our soul with light. During this course, students are introduced to

ways to interpret stories from the Hebrew Bible, as a foundation for understanding the teachings of

Jesus. Students become familiar with the power of parable stories as inspiration for transforming the

soul. Students bring the ancient parables to life, and relate them to the challenges of today’s world

as they engage in discussions, role-playing, and problem-solving exercises, as well as creative arts

expressions. Students may be beginners in exploring the arts as tools for contemplation and

meditation.

Length of Course: 10 Weeks Recommended Text: Learn to Live by Ervin Seale

Holy Bible by George Lamsa or other

Optional Text: Metaphysical Dictionary by Charles Fillmore Suggested Tuition: $295.00




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It's All God (SOM 218)

In his book, It's All God, Walter Starcke has managed to take one of metaphysics greatest truths and put it into a form and flow of words, which is easy to grasp. Starcke has done a masterful job of clarifying the necessity of finding a realistic balance between living in the Absolute and the Relative world: It’s not a matter of “one or the other”, but rather, discovering the key to doing both at the same time. His concept of the Double Thread is the key element.


Recommended Text: It's All God by Walter Starcke



Magic of the Soul (SOM 219)

Combining the integrative principles and techniques from spiritual psychology with the power of the Science of Mind teaching, Magic of the Soul offers a dynamic training opportunity for students. It answers questions like, “Why haven’t I completely healed, even though I have been using Spiritual Mind Treatment for years? How do we deal with fear that comes up before and after treatments? How can we embrace our shadow while affirming our divinity?” Magic of the Soul asks students to affirm and experience their inner divinity and at the same time honor their humanness and appreciate the beauty of who they are in the here and now, on their path to higher and higher expressions of divine nature. The most common theme throughout the text is to look for the magic, the opportunity for growth, and the sacredness in every situation in life, especially the challenging ones.

Length of Course: 8 Weeks Recommended Text: Magic of the Soul by Patrick J. Harbula


CSL Registration Fee: $20/student Metaphorical Approach to the Bible (SOM 210)

This class provides a look at the Bible as story and Bible as myth. Drawing from sources as diverse as Clarissa Pinkola Estes, Aesop, Joseph Campbell, and Jelaluddin Rumi, this course looks at the many life stories in the Bible where we play every character. Students will learn powerful and effective tools for translation and interpretation of these stories.


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Metaphysical Bible (SOM 211)

Many students of New Thought are familiar with Rocco Errico and his translations of the Bible. This course looks at the metaphysical meanings of the parables and familiar stories you remember from childhood.


Recommended Text: The Bible (King James Version)

Metaphysical Bible Dictionary by Charles Fillmore

Ten Words That Will Change Your Life by Ervin Seale

Learn to Live by Ervin Seale

Supplemental: The Science of Mind (1938) by Ernest Holmes



Mind/Body Connection (SOM 201)

This course is designed to give the student a greater understanding of the mind/body connection, and the important role consciousness plays in the healing process. This course is a clear, step by step process that begins with Principle, deals with the emotional issues surrounding the body, gives emphasis to effective prayer, unlearning old concepts of duality and disease, and even addresses practical considerations of the student in locating health professionals who support the individual’s belief system. This course is ideal for the beginner or the advanced student who desires a deeper understanding of physical healing.

Length of Course: 8 Weeks Recommended Text: The Science of Mind by Ernest Holmes Suggested Tuition: $220.00 CSL Registration Fee: $20/student

Myth & Spirit (SOM 212)

Joseph Campbell was perhaps the greatest thinker of the 20th Century. His writings cover a vast

range of spirituality, culture, and human mythology. His presence, which most people only

experience through the wonderful Power of Myth video series, was transcendent. This course takes

an overview of Campbell’s work, helping the novice and scholar alike make sense of the individual’s

own personal myth.


Recommended Text: Reflections on the Art of Living (Joseph Campbell Companion) by Diane K.

Osbon Supplemental: The Science of Mind (1938) by Ernest Holmes

The Hero with a Thousand Faces by Joseph Campbell

Joseph Campbell and the Power of Myth by with Bill Moyers

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An Open Life: Joseph Campbell in Conversation with Michael Toms edited

by John Mather and Dennie Briggs

The Portable Jung edited by Joseph Campbell

The Voice Celestial by Ernest and Fenwicke Holmes

A Fire in the Mind by Stephen and Robin Larsen


* Power of Decision (SOM 202)

This class is designed to empower students to reach independent decisions, which enhance the quality of their lives. Based on the powerful metaphysical classic, this course is valuable for both the new and experienced student.


Recommended Text: The Power of Decision by Raymond Charles Barker



Principles of Successful Living (SOM 104)

This course follows the course SOM 103 and continues to expand the student’s individual life-enrichment process, building on the understanding and practice of spiritual principles. Students will have the opportunity to allow these life-enrichment processes to integrate in the creation of a personal vision for a better world through a special project completed throughout the course and presented in the final class session.

Length of Course: 8 Weeks Recommended Text: The Science of Mind by Ernest Holmes The Joy of Meditation by Jack & Cornelia Addington Suggested Tuition: $220.00


Prosperity Plus: Versions I, II or III

Versions I & II Prosperity Plus I & II are dynamic, easy-to-instruct, video based 10-week programs that teach new ways of living centered on the spiritual practices of an abundant life! In these programs, Mary Morrissey teaches you how to positively impact your congregants in a way that allows them to move from fear, scarcity, and limited thinking to a life full of possibility, prosperity and promise. Through the study and application of these prosperity teachings, you have the opportunity to create the quantum shift necessary to open doors to new levels of abundance in all areas of your life! Version III – Living “Full Spectrum” Wealth

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During these 7 weeks of Dreambuilding, students will study the art and science of Transformation. Throughout the course students will discover techniques to dissolving the blocks that sabotage success, tools to live in harmony with the Universal Laws that govern success and how to live a life of financial abundance and experience Living “Full Spectrum” Wealth in every area of life!

Length of Course: 7 - 10 Weeks (depending on version) Text: See below for curriculum/text information Suggested Tuition: See below for cost of course CSL Registration Fee: $20.00/student

To order your Prosperity Plus Instructor and Participant Packages go to: Prosperity Plus l: prosperityplusprogram.com (Hard copy: Instructor: $79 Student: $49) Prosperity Plus ll: prosperityplusprogram.com/nextstep (Hard copy: Instructor: $79 Student: $49) Digital download: Instructor: $59 Student: $39 (See below for digital student material details) Digital download and hard copy combo: Instructor: $99 Prosperity Plus III: prosperityplusprogram.com/digital-3 (Hard copy: Instructor: $79 Student: $49) Digital Download: Instructor: $59 Student: $39 Digital download and hard copy combo: Instructor: $99

Cost of Course: Instructors pay a one-time materials fee for course curriculum and are able to teach the course as many times as they would like. Start dates of courses must be registered with Prosperity Plus. Spiritual Communities agree to tithe 10% of the money collected during the course to LifeSoulutions, Inc., as outlined in the agreement between the Community and Prosperity Plus. Instructor places student materials order for hard copy materials only. Students pay instructors a $49 hard copy materials fee. Students purchasing digital materials receive a download link from the instructor. Students pay $39 for digital materials on website. Students agree to tithe 10% of their income during the course. Student registration information: Instructors collect the $20 CSL registration fee upon course signup. Students do not need to pay a $20 registration fee if course is already registered with CSL. At the end of the course, the Spiritual Community sends in registration form and fee for student course credit. For more program information please contact: For CSL registration information please contact: Rev. Colleen Schuerlein Nicole Hedlof Ministries Program Director CSL Education Program Coordinator [email protected] [email protected]

Business: 503-922-3460 Office: 720-279-8988

Shortcut to a Miracle: How to Change Your Consciousness & Transform Your Life (SOM 226)

This course presents basic Science of Mind principles in the light of modern quantum physics, with

special emphasis on the Co-Creative Process and Law of Belief, the Law of Expectancy and the Law of

Attraction. Students learn how to develop a “miracle-making attitude” and how to use Spiritual Mind

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Treatment to “make miracles” of their own choosing in Health, Success, Prosperity, and Relationships.

Complete with class exercises.

NOTE: Before embarking upon this class, please contact Rev. Arrott at [email protected] for special

fees/costs associated with this class.


Recommended Text: Shortcut to a Miracle: How to Change Your Consciousness and Transform Your Life by Michael C. Rann and Elizabeth Rann Arrott (2005) Jeffers Press, ISBN 0-97457766-8-5

Available from DeVorss and Amazon.com

Companion Workbook and comprehensive Teaching Manual are available by Email or CD – at [email protected]



Spiritual Economics (SOM 205)

Focusing on prosperity issues, the student of this class will gain a greater understanding of the basic metaphysical principles which govern our financial well-being. Participants will learn how to use these principles effectively in everyday life. This is a sensible, solution-oriented class and is appropriate for the new or advanced student.


Recommended Text: Spiritual Economics by Eric Butterworth


Spiritual Fitness (SOM 217)

Spiritual fitness is a lifestyle and an attitude that can help you rediscover the real meaning and sacredness of your life. Like physical fitness, it is not a one-time experience; it needs your ongoing commitment. To stay spiritually fit means living in truth and trust, i.e., being yourself at the deepest level in everything you do and bringing all of you to your life experiences. It also means

trusting that there is a greater power constantly guiding you and inviting you, through your life

experiences, to live more openly and lovingly. When we trust, we start to make our choices and decisions from a place of love and courage instead of from fear. This in turn gives us clarity and strength.


Recommended Text: Spiritual Fitness by Caroline Reynolds Suggested Tuition: $220.00




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Spiritual Laws (SOM 204)

This is a practical class which empowers the student to develop positive thinking skills. This classic text provides lucid explanations of exactly how spiritual laws operate in our lives. These laws are utterly reliable, and this class shows the student how to use this knowledge to benefit every area of living.


Recommended Text: Working with the Law by Raymond Holliwell



The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success (SOM 215)

This course is designed to present the key concepts of The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success by Deepak Chopra. MD, and to provide tools to assist in understanding our true nature in relationship to these laws. Each class in the course curriculum begins with viewing a section of The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success video showing Dr. Chopra presenting these laws to a live audience.


Recommended Text: The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success by Deepak Chopra, MD



This Thing Called You (SOM 203)

This class was created to deepen the students’ understanding that they are an individualized expression of God. Topics of exploration include: co-creation, the power of belief, your inner authority, and how to increase your faith. This is excellent for new students and as a refresher course for more experienced student.

Length of Course: 8 Weeks Recommended Text: This Thing Called You by Ernest Holmes


Treat Yourself to Life (SOM 214)

"Treat Yourself to Life" is a powerful eight-week class based on the book by the same title by Raymond Charles Barker. Students experience the joy of harnessing the Power for Good in the Universe by learning to use affirmative prayer effectively and with purpose. Positive, practical tools are given to change unwanted patterns and bring greater good into the basic areas of living: Health, Prosperity, Relationships, and Creative Expression. Length of Course: 8 Weeks

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Recommended Text: Treat Yourself to Life by Raymond Charles Barker



Visioning

This course is a walk through the powerful tool of Visioning. It includes the history of how visioning

began in our movement with the inspiration of Dr. Michael Beckwith, offers weekly opportunities for

visioning at different levels from the individual to the community to the global and explains the role

of visioning in our Global Heart Model.

Released in 2007


Recommended Text: None



What the Mystics Knew (SOM 206)

The primary focus of this class is on deepening the student's actual experience of the timeless and eternal nature of Spirit, using the writings of Ernest Holmes throughout Part IV of his classic book.

Length of Course: 8 Weeks Recommended Text: The Science of Mind by Ernest Holmes

Suggested Tuition: $220.00 CSL Registration Fee: $20/student 5 Gifts for an Abundant Life

This course is designed to empower the participants by teaching them how to BE a Consciousness of Wealth. This course is presented as an opening to a rich, rewarding transformative experience. Released in 2009

Length of Course: 8 Weeks Recommended Text: 5 Gifts for an Abundant Life by Diane Harmony Suggested Tuition: $245.00 CSL Registration Fee: $45/student

V. PRACTITIONER STUDIES

Practitioner Training: Year 1

The first year of Professional Practitioner Studies is devoted to self-awareness and healing where necessary. The year is divided into three terms, consisting of ten weeks each, with studies focused in the following areas:

Term 1 How Life Gets to Be the Way It Is

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Term 2 Living a Life of Choice

Term 3 Living Life Fully Each term will include treatment, meditation, reading, writing, journaling, experiential activities, a term paper, and a final examination.

Length of Course: 30 Weeks over 3 terms Recommended Text: See course materials for book list Suggested Tuition: $285.00 per term CSL Registration Fee: $100/student/year

Practitioner Training: Year 2

The second year of professional practitioner studies is about “The Life of the Professional Practitioner.” It focuses on the consciousness, skills, and responsibilities of the Practitioner, and the relationship of the Practitioner to the Principles we teach, to the client, to the process in healing, to the spiritual center, to the community and to the world.

Length of Course: 30 Weeks over 3 terms

Recommended Text: See course materials for book list

Suggested Tuition: $285.00 per term

CSL Registration Fee: $100/student/year

CERTIFICATED COURSES ONLINE

Centers for Spiritual Living offers, Certificated Courses online. These courses are intended to be

offered in situations where there is no immediate access to a local Member Community or the local

Member Community has given authorization for the student to take classes online. Such

authorization may be given when a particular course is not currently offered within the Member

Community or the student has a reason that would prevent him or her from taking classes in person

(such as, a learning disability, excessive travel, etc.).

A complete pathway to practitioner is available online. For additional information and enrollment qualifications for online certificated courses in English and Spanish, please visit www.csl.org/onlineclasses .

CURRICIULUM IN SPANISH Curriculum in Spanish is available online at www.ourcsl.org .

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RECOMMENDED READING FOR SCIENCE OF MIND CERTIFICATED COURSES Updated February 2016

*Designates books available through the Science of Mind Archives & Library Foundation website: www.scienceofmindarchives.org. Go to the “Search” tab and type in the book you are seeking. Contact [email protected] if you have any questions.

The Spiritual Path (101) plus Spiritual Mind Treatment (102)

The Science of Mind Ernest Holmes

New Foundations

The Science of Mind Ernest Holmes It is About You (optional) Kathy Juline

Beyond Limits How to Change Your Life Ernest Holmes Creative Ideas: A Spiritual Compass for Personal Expression Ernest Holmes

Supplemental Reading: Living the Science of Mind Ernest Holmes This Thing Called You Ernest Holmes Meditation Eknath Easwaran Everyone Is Right Roland Peterson The Self-Aware Universe Amit Goswami Forgive and Forget Lewis B. Smedes The Game of Life and How to Play It* Florence Scovill Shinn

The Essential Ernest Holmes The Essential Ernest Holmes Jesse Jennings

The Edinburgh Lectures (207) The Edinburgh Lectures Thomas Troward

Thomas Troward The Edinburgh Lectures Thomas Troward

Creative Process in the Individual (213) Creative Process in the Individual Thomas Troward

Exploring Roots 2000

The Science of Mind Ernest Holmes Emerson’s Essays Ralph Waldo Emerson Edinburgh Lectures on Mental Science Thomas Troward Scientific Christian Mental Practice Emma Curtis Hopkins

Suggested Reading Living the Science of Mind Ernest Holmes This Thing Called Life Ernest Holmes This Thing Called You Ernest Holmes Emerson’s Essays Ralph Waldo Emerson

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The Creative Process in the Individual Thomas Troward The Word and the Law Thomas Troward High Mysticism Emma Curtis Hopkins Spirits in Rebellion: The Rise and Development of New Thought Charles S. Braden Ernest Holmes: His Life and Times Fenwicke Holmes

From Whence We Came

Emerson’s Essays Ralph Waldo Emerson The Philosophy of Ernest Holmes (Vol. 1 of the Holmes Papers)** Ernest Holmes Scientific Christian Mental Practice Thomas Troward The Edinburgh and Doré Lectures on Mental Science

**The Philosophy of Ernest Holmes (Vol. 1 of the Holmes Papers) is out of publication. All three volumes of the Holmes Papers are now republished as one book for a very low price: The Ernest Holmes Papers. It can be found on www.amazon.com or smile.amazon.com and you can designate the Science of Mind Archives & Library Foundation as your chosen charity to receive a donation from Amazon at no additional charge to you—another way to support the preservation of our Science of Mind history)

Treatment and Meditation: Spiritual Practice for Daily Living

Journey of Awakening Ram Dass Can We Talk To God? Ernest Holmes

Suggested reading: The Science of Mind Ernest Holmes The Voice Celestial Ernest Holmes Living the Science of Mind Ernest Holmes Joy of Meditation (required at some Centers) Jack and Cornelia Addington

The Power of Your Word (202) How to Use the Science of Mind Ernest Holmes Can We Talk to God? Ernest Holmes Effective Prayer* Ernest Holmes Effective Prayer included at end of Can We Talk to God? or available at the Archives

Building a Healing Consciousness (103) The Science of Mind Ernest Holmes Joy of Meditation Jack & Cornelia Addington

Meditation is More Than You Think An Easy Guide to Meditation Roy Eugene Davis

One of the following: How to Meditate Lawrence LeShan Journey of Awakening Ram Dass

Self-Mastery: The Emergence of the True Self

Living the Science of Mind Ernest Holmes

Practical Mysticism

The Foundations of Mysticism Joel S. Goldsmith Entering the Castle: Finding the Inner Path to God and Your Soul’s Purpose Carolyn Myss

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Bible History & Scholarship (209) Rescuing the Bible from Fundamentalism John Shelby Spong

Metaphorical Approach to the Bible (210) Revised English Bible

Metaphysical Bible (211) The Bible (King James Version) Metaphysical Bible Dictionary Charles Fillmore Ten Words that Will Change Your Life Ervin Seale Learn to Live Ervin Seale The Science of Mind (1938) Ernest Holmes

Igniting Your Life With Bible Wisdom

Learn to Live Ervin Seale Holy Bible Geroge Lamsa or others Metaphysical Dictionary (optional) Charles Fillmore

Emerson’s Essays (208) Emerson’s Essays Ralph Waldo Emerson

Essential Emma Curtis Hopkins (231) Unveiling Your Hidden Power The Text Unveiling Your Hidden Power The Workbook

* Contact instructor before purchase.

Financial Freedom (220): No required books. See instructor. 5 Gifts for Abundant Life 5 Gifts for an Abundant Life Rev. Diane Harmony

It’s All God (218) It’s All God Walter Starcke

Magic of the Soul (219) Magic of the Soul Patrick Harbula

Mind/Body Connection (201)


Power of Decision (202)

The Power of Decision Raymond Charles Barker

Prosperity Plus: No required book.

The Principles of Successful Living (104)


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The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success (215) The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success Deepak Chopra

Shortcut to a Miracle: How to Change Your Consciousness & Transform Your Life (226) Shortcut to a Miracle, How to Change Your Consciousness & Transform Your Life Michael C. Rann and Elizabeth Rann Arrott

Jeffers Press, ISBN 097457766-8-5 Available from DeVorss and Amazon.com

Spiritual Economics (205) Spiritual Economics Eric Butterworth

Spiritual Fitness (217) Spiritual Fitness Carol Reynolds

Spiritual Law (204) The Science of Mind Ernest Holmes

Visioning: No required book.

What the Mystics Knew


Practitioner Studies Year I “Living the Principles”

*Instructor may require only some of this list. Contact instructor before purchase The Science of Mind Ernest Holmes Living the Science of Mid Ernest Holmes Effective Prayer Ernest Holmes This Thing Called You Ernest Holmes Concordance to the Science of Mind Steward and Lowe Practicing the Presence Joel Goldsmith Principles of Healing*** H. B. Jeffries Care of the Soul Thomas Moore Elegant Choices, Healing Choices Marsha Sinetar ***This book is currently out of print. Listed below are two options for replacement texts.

1. Christ Truth League has Principles of Healing as an e-book available on their website: https://www.christtruthleague.com/product/the-principles-of-healing/

2. Holmes Papers Volume II: Anatomy of Healing Prayer, by Ernest Holmes. The approach is slightly different but has the same level of detail. Available at www.scienceofmindarchives.org.

3. You can Heal Your Life by Louse Hay, is an option for a lightweight workaround.

Practitioner Studies Year II “The Life of the Professional Practitioner”

*Instructor may require only some of this list. Contact instructor before purchase The Science of Mind Ernest Holmes How to Use the Science of Mind Ernest Holmes The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success Deepak Chopra

https://www.christtruthleague.com/product/the-principles-of-healing/

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Creative Mind and Success * Ernest Holmes Spiritual Economics Eric Butterworth Real Moments Barbara DeAngelis Creating Health Deepak Chopra Who Dies Stephen Levine Suggested reading: The Practitioner Handbook Mary E. Schroeder & Dr. James Golden The Anatomy of Healing Prayer (Vol. 2 of Holmes Papers)* Ernest Holmes Healers on Healing Carlson & Shield

DESCRIPTION OF OTHER NON-CERTIFICATED COURSES

Order form for these courses below is located within this catalog. These courses are four-to-six week courses which focus on individual life issues, such as self-esteem and relationships. These courses have no prerequisites and may be offered to new people in your Member Community. These courses create opportunities for discussion and deepening on the basic life challenges.

Registration Fee to CSL: None (there is a one-time purchase fee for the course)

Cost to Member Community: Determined by Member Community

It is our intention to continue to add non-certificated courses indefinitely to provide a greater variety

of this type of course. If you have an idea for a course which might fit into this format, and which you

would like to share with your colleagues, please contact the Department of Education.

CURRICULA FOR SMALL GROUPS

These are series classes for use in study groups or small groups within the larger community, each

contains a guided meditation, discussion questions and an experiential exercise. They are basic

enough for the newcomer and can be deepened in the hands of the right facilitator. They offer a

context for a group to gather and share their lives and thoughts with each other. There is no

homework or other assignments. The workbook is for the facilitator only to lead the group. Group

members receive no workbook, except for the occasional handout. 6-8 weeks

Values of the Heart

This series gives the group the opportunity to identify their personal and group values and discuss

ways of living daily according to their values. 9 weeks

Life Patterns

This is an expanded version of the ideas presented in The Four Agreements, with additional agreements

for greater personal empowerment. It gives the group the opportunity to examine the patterns of

their lives and claim new ways of living. 8 weeks

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10 Secrets for Success and Inner Peace

Based upon the book by the same name by Dr. Wayne Dyer, this series is a good discussion tool for

looking at ways to live more successfully. 10 weeks

Divine Appreciation

This series is based upon the management tool of Appreciative Inquiry and gives the group members

the opportunity to affirm and appreciate their lives. This is a popular series because of its high energy

and positive results. And there is a little Emma Curtis Hopkins added because the Good we are

seeking is God. 6 weeks

Seeds of Peace

This series is designed to be used during the Season for Non-Violence. It expands the group from

inner peace to a greater awareness and participation in global peace. 10 weeks

LIFE ENHANCEMENT CURRICULUM

These classes are opportunities for discussion and deepening on the basic life challenges. Both

student and facilitator receive the same workbook and the group has a cooperative experience of

exploring these ideas together.

Change

Understanding and supporting each other in the dynamics of change and transition in life. Self-Esteem

Remembering personal Divinity and exploring ideas and behaviors that stimulate greater

personal love and personal power.

Healthy Relationships

Uncovering old ideas that harm relating to others and claiming new ways of living together successfully. Your Creative Genius A fun class that gives each the opportunity to visit with the Creative Mind within and find ways to

live more creatively.

Effective Communication

An excellent opportunity to improve communications skills and learn to have a greater reverence

and respect for each other.

ADVANCED STUDIES CLASSES

These classes are designed for people with advanced spiritual knowledge who wish to join in community with

other like-minded people to deepen their study. These are shorter classes, designed for approximately 2

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hours, although it can go longer if a talkative group. There is reading and some light homework assignments.

These classes assume that the student already has mastery of the teachings of Ernest Holmes. These subjects

expand into other writings and ideas as an opportunity for enrichment. 4-6 weeks.

Mysteries of Faith This class is an attempt to work within ideas that cannot be verbalized but rather are known within. It

explores nonverbal knowing, the power of ritual, and spiritual knowing that extends beyond religion. The

text is The Soul’s Religion by Thomas Moore. Each class contains a deep ritual process, led by a student

team.

The Spiritual Path of Loneliness Loneliness is the great epidemic of our time that is rarely discussed. This class gives the practitioner the

opportunity to consider the path of isolation and transform individual experience into a deeper grasp of

Oneness. The text used is The Thunder of Silence by Joel Goldsmith. Students receive and complete a Soul

Notebook that asks them to answer questions on a daily basis. 3 weeks

A Time to Live This is a lively, workshop style class created for those in the second half of this lifetime but is really suitable

for anyone who would like to make careful use of the time they are given. For the Practitioner, it addresses

questions of aging and empowerment, no matter what the age. The central exercise of this class is to create

a menu of your life and learn to make wise choices for your time. Text: A Time to Live by Richard Raines.

An Introduction: Spiritual Economics This is an excellent prosperity class that includes fun exercises for greater Divine Abundance. The reading of

Spiritual Economics by Eric Butterworth brings rich material for discussion to this course and gives the

practitioner the opportunity to look at all of life and find the flow of good moving in every area. The final class

includes the creation of a life plan for giving and receiving in all areas including money.

Joel Goldsmith – Consciousness Is What I Am Spend 4 weeks steeped in the mind of this amazing mystical teacher and discover a new depth of

understanding that Consciousness is what you are. This is powerful class with lively exercises that give the

student the opportunity to walk the path of Omnipotence, Omnipresence or Omniscience, and to claim each

path for themselves. Text is the book by Joel Goldsmith with weekly journaling and group assignments.

Soulful Connecting This class gives the opportunity for sacred deepening through every encounter that life provides. The

teachings of Ernest Holmes and the wisdom of Jesus add richness to the discussion. It includes powerful

exercises for learning to connect at the level of the soul.

An Introduction: This Thing Called You This is a course in practical spirituality for dynamic living. The course purpose is to explore and experience our

spirituality in ways we can apply it to our daily lives. Released in 2008

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SECTION III

GLOBAL COMMUNITIES INFORMATION (INCLUDING CANADA AND MEXICO)

Centers for Spiritual Living has reviewed cost of living and Purchasing Power Parity conversion factors to develop the fee structure listed below, for those countries outside of the United States. This fee structure is set and implemented in all CSL Departments and will be reviewed and adjusted annually.

Please review the information below. Contact the Spiritual Development Education Department if you do not see your country listed here, fees need to be determined, or have any other questions.

**ALL FEES IN $USD UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED**

$45 USD Education

Class Fee $100 USD Practitioner

Student Class Fee

Argentina $22.50 $50.00

Canada $45.00 CAD $100.00 CAD

European Union $38.25 $85.00

Jamaica $18.00 $40.00

Kenya $9.00 $20.00

Mexico $22.50 $50.00

Nigeria $4.50 $10.00

Peru $22.50 $50.00

Russia $18.00 $40.00

South Africa $22.50 $50.00

Ukraine $13.50 $30.00

United Kingdom $38.25 $85.00

Please contact the Education Program Coordinator, Nicole Hedlof at [email protected], with questions about registration/review fees.


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SECTION IV

PROCEDURES AND FORMS

HOW TO OBTAIN CERTIFICATED CURRICULA (ENGLISH AND SPANISH) All certificated curriculum (English and Spanish) is available on the csl.org internal website (www.ourcsl.org). Login to the Resources Login. Once logged in, click Education - Adult and then Download Curricula under that. Affiliated Member Communities may download curriculum at no charge. The registration fee for the student compensates Centers for Spiritual Living for use of its intellectual property.

Ministers may request password for the internal website from the Spiritual Development Department of Education at [email protected] DESCRIPTION AND USE OF FORMS

Below are the names and descriptions of the Education and Order Forms following this page. All of these forms are also available as separate documents on ourcsl.org internal website.

Non-Certificated Curriculum Order Form: Please use this form to order non-certificated curriculum. These courses do not require registration with Centers for Spiritual Living.

History of Certificated Course Work: This is an optional form used by students for class tracking.

Student Registration Form: Please use this type-able form to register all students who have completed a CSL-certificated course for credit or review. This form is to be submitted to Centers for Spiritual Living Spiritual Development Education Department with registration fees for processing. Centers for Spiritual Living will register a permanent record for the student and issue a certificate of completion.

Practitioner Verification Form: Please use this type-able form to submit Practitioner I students for class verification. Student records will be checked and students verified that they are eligible to enter into Practitioner Training. Please mail or email completed form to [email protected] for verification.

Practitioner II Student List Form: Please complete this form indicating all students entering a Practitioner II class. This information will also be used to communicate important information regarding the exam and licensing procedures. Please mail or email completed form to [email protected].

Approval for Teaching Certificated Education without a Senior Minister: This form is to be completed by any Member Community without a Senior Minister wishing to teach certificated courses. Please submit completed form to [email protected].

Covenant for Authorized Online Education Provider: This form is to be completed by any Member Community wishing to teach online or mixed delivery certificated courses, after reviewing all policies and procedures regarding Authorized Online Education Providers. Please submit completed form to [email protected].






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NON-CERTIFICATED CLASSES ORDER FORM

Organization name:

Your name:

Address:

City: State: Zip: ____________

Phone number:

Email address:

( ) Master Card ( ) Visa ( ) American Express

Credit Card #: ________________________________________________________________________ Exp Date: ___________CVV (3-digit code):__________

Name on Credit Card:

Billing Address:

( ) My check is enclosed Please make checks payable to: CSL Education Department

Minister’s Signature (Required)

Submit to: Centers for Spiritual Living

Department of Education Attn: Nicole Hedlof 573 Park Point Drive Golden, CO 80401 Fax: 303 526 0913

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NON CERTIFICATED COURSES PRICE QUANTITIY TOTAL Small Group

Values of the Heart $35

Life Patterns $35

10 Secrets for Success & Inner Peace $35

Divine Appreciation $35

Seeds of Peace $35

Life Enhancement Classes

• Change $55

• Self-Esteem $55

• Healthy Relationships $55

• Your Creative Genius $55

• Effective Communication $55

Advanced Studies Classes

• Mysteries of Faith $70

• Spiritual Path of Loneliness $65

• A Time to Live $70

• Spiritual Economics $70

Other Classes

• Joel Goldsmith $85

• Soulful Connecting $85

Courses will be emailed to you.

Grand Total

*Curricula is emailed to you once payment is received

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HISTORY OF CERTIFICATED COURSES

Last Name: First: M.I. DOB(M/D):

Address: City: State: Zip:

Email: Phone:

Previous Name and/or Address:

Students please use this form to keep records of course completion Certificates of completion issued by home office indicate the course has been registered. If unsure of any of your records, contact the course instructor or spiritual community where the course was taken. This form is not an official transcript of your class records. To obtain an official transcript contact the Centers for Spiritual Living Spiritual Development Department of Education. Request transcripts at [email protected]

CLASS NAME (please mark)

DATE COMPLETED

INSTRUCTOR’S NAME SPIRITUAL COMMUNITY NAME with CITY and STATE

I. Foundations Level Coursework (1) ( ) New Foundations of SOM ( ) Beyond Limits ( ) The Spiritual Path AND Spiritual Mind Treatment

II. Essential Ernest Holmes (1) ( ) Essential Ernest Holmes ( ) Building a Healing Consciousness/ Principles of Successful Living

III. . History/Philosophy Coursework (1) ( ) Exploring Roots ( ) From Whence We Came

IV. Consciousness Coursework (2-3) ( ) Creative Process in the Individual ( ) The Edinburgh Lectures ( ) Spiritual Practices: Treat & Med ( ) Power of Your Word ( ) Building a Healing Consciousness ( ) Meditation if More Than You Think ( ) Practical Mysticism ( ) Self Mastery

V. Elective (substitute 1 for IV) ( ) Course name of Elective: ______________________________

VII. Other Courses: ( ) Indicate other courses completed:

Total Number of Courses:


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CENTERS FOR SPIRITUAL LIVING STUDENT REGISTRATION FORM

Amount Paid: $ Check #: Constituent ID: Page of pages

Spiritual Community Name:

Street Address:

City: State: Zip: Telephone:

Course Name: Date Completed: m/d/y

Instructor: Minister’s Signature: REQUIRED

Last Name: First Name: MI:

Street Address: City: State: Zip:

Previous Name(s): DOB (M/D/Y): Email:

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ATTACH ADDITIONAL SHEETS AS NEEDED.

HO USE: Date Registration Form Received:_________________________ Date Certificates Sent:_____________

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CENTERS FOR SPIRITUAL LIVING STUDENT REGISTRATION FORM Spiritual Community Name: Constituent ID:

Course Name: Date Completed: m/d/y




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CSL Practitioner I Training

Prerequisite Verification

Please submit this form to Centers for Spiritual Living Home Office before Practitioner I Training begins or no later

than the end of the 1st term. All students listed on this form will have their records verified by Centers for Spiritual

Living. Once verified, a completed form will be kept in the Member Community’s permanent file at home office and

a copy of the form sent back to the Center for their records.

The following form is used to ensure accurate student records and that CSL prerequisites required to enter into

Practitioner I Training have been met.

Please submit completed form to Nicole Hedlof, Education Program Coordinator, at [email protected] 720 279 8988

Name of Center:

Practitioner I Start Date (m/d/y): End Date:

Name of Instructor(s):

STUDENT INFORMATION To be completed by Home Office Staff

Name of Student Birthdate

(m/d)

# Courses on Record Approve Variance


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STUDENT INFORMATION To be completed by Home Office Staff

Name of Student (Last, First) Birthdate

(m/d)

# Courses on Record Approve Variance

CSL Spiritual Development Education Department

Rev. Nicole Merges [email protected] 720 279 8991

Nicole Hedlof [email protected] 720 279 8988



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Practitioner II Student List & Information

DISCUSSION In order to effectively communicate with Instructors, Senior Ministers and Practitioner Candidates as they move toward licensing, the Education Department of Centers for Spiritual Living is requiring that ALL Member Communities that are teaching a Practitioner II class, complete the form below at the START of the Prac II course. Please submit this form to Misha Brigham at [email protected].

PRACTITIONER II COURSE INFORMATION Member Community: Senior Minister: Practitioner II Course Instructor: Practitioner II Course Instructor Email Address: Start Date of Prac II Course: Anticipated End Date of Prac II Course:

PRACTITIONER II STUDENT INFORMATION

STUDENT NAME IF STUDENT’S HOME CENTER IS DIFFERENT THAN THAT LISTED ABOVE, PLEASE LIST HOME CENTER HERE


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STUDENT NAME IF STUDENT’S HOME CENTER IS DIFFERENT THAN THAT LISTED ABOVE, PLEASE LIST HOME CENTER HERE

Please submit completed form to Misha Brigham at [email protected].


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Approval for Teaching Certificated Education without a Senior Minister

Date:

Name of Member Community:

Member Community Contact: Email:

Regional Support Coordinator: Email:

Expected Date of New Minister:

List of Educators:

List of approved Ministers and Practitioners eligible to teach certificated courses within Member Community: Approved Instructor Email Comments

If you need additional space, please use the second page.

Supervising Minister for Practitioner Education:

Will the Member Community teach Practitioner Studies? Yes No Which Year? Year 1 Year 2

Start Date:

Approved Instructor Email Comments

Supervising Minister: Email:

The Regional Support Coordinator has 2 options for signing Certificated Course Certificates of Completion: 1.) The Regional Support Coordinator can provide Home Office with an electronic signature. This signature

will be printed onto the certificates by Home Office. Certificates are then sent directly from Home

Office to the Member Community to be distributed to students.

2.) The Regional Support Coordinator can opt not to provide the electronic signature. In this case,

certificates will be generated without a signature and sent directly to the RSC to sign. Home Office will

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provide the RSC with an addressed and stamped envelope to then send the signed certificates to the

Member Community to be distributed to students.

If you wish to utilize option 1, please send your electronic signature to Nicole Hedlof, Education Program Coordinator, at [email protected].

I understand and acknowledge all information on this form to be true and accurate and by signing this

document give approval for the Center to continue CSL certificated education.

Regional Support Coordinator Date

List of Educators (continued):

List of approved Ministers and Practitioners eligible to teach certificated courses within Member Community:

Approved Instructor Email Comments

Any Additional Comments:


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Covenant for Authorized Online Education Provider Before signing this covenant, please read section 10.5 in the CSL Policies and Procedures, discuss the considerations and best practices of online and mixed delivery education with the CSL-Affiliated Community leadership team and determine if the community is willing to comply with these best practices. Sign and submit the covenant to the Spiritual Development Education Department in care of Misha Brigham, Online Education Coordinator, at [email protected]

We, __________________________________________, agree to uphold the

(Name of CSL-Affiliated Community) expectations for online or mixed delivery education and commit to the following:

We pledge to uphold the standard of excellence for online or mixed delivery education whereby all

students of CSL-Affiliated Communities receive quality instruction for CSL certificated courses.

We pledge to maintain best practices for online or mixed delivery education through online course

design, planning and implementation.

We commit to follow CSL Education Policies and Course Registration Procedures as stated in the CSL

Education Catalog and Policies and Procedures.

We agree that all online and mixed delivery instructors will have the proper online education training

and expertise to conduct a successful course.

We understand that CSL provides training courses for online or mixed education delivery and will utilize

the training as necessary.

We will utilize best practices in adapting curriculum for online or mixed delivery learning.

We will provide all online or mixed delivery education course activity records via the Annual Report.

Signed _________________________________ Printed Name ____________________________ Position ________________________________

Community ______________________________

Date ___________________________________

Date Received at Home Office _______________

Date Certificate Mailed _____________________


Documents

CSL Education Catalog - Centers for Spiritual Living€¦ · Our daily spiritual practice as teachers and the resulting expanded consciousness is ultimately what the teacher has to