1. INTRODUCTION

The C. G. Jung Institute of San Diego (CGJISD) is accredited by the International Association for Analytical Psychology (IAAP) and offers a Diploma in Analytical Psychology, qualifying graduates for certification as IAAP Jungian Analysts.

The Training Program is designed for licensed psychotherapists and advanced clinical practitioners who wish to pursue Jungian analytic certification. The program reflects the cultural and clinical diversity of Southern California and is grounded in the standards of the international Jungian community.

2. OVERVIEW OF TRAINING

Training is divided into three phases:

• Phase I–II: Candidacy (Years 1–4)
• Phase III: Control Case Phase (Minimum 2 years)
• Certification

Progression is based on academic work, clinical development, supervision, personal analysis, and committee evaluation.

3. CORE AREAS OF STUDY

A. Theoretical Foundations

• Basic principles of Analytical Psychology
• Structure and dynamics of the psyche
• Typology
• Ego and archetype
• Anima and animus
• Neurosis and individuation
• Dream theory and interpretation
• Association experiment
• History of Analytical Psychology

B. Archetypal and Cultural Studies

• Dreams and symbolic material
• Myth, legend, and fairy tales
• Comparative religion
• Alchemy
• Cultural anthropology
• Origins of consciousness

C. Clinical Practice

• Case seminars
• Supervised clinical work
• Transference and countertransference
• Dream interpretation in practice
• Active imagination and creative methods
• Individual training analysis

4. ADMISSION TO TRAINING

4.1 Pre-Application Requirements

Applicants are strongly encouraged to:

• Attend CGJISD Basic Jung Seminars
• Be in ongoing personal analysis
• Develop familiarity with Jungian thought and clinical work

4.2 Minimum Requirements

Applicants must provide:

• California license in a mental health profession
• Minimum 100 hours of analysis with an IAAP-certified Jungian analyst (preferably CGJISD)
• Strong clinical psychotherapy background
• Personal statement including vocational orientation, dreams, and images

Additional considerations:

• Psychological maturity
• Seriousness of purpose
• Clinical and analytic potential

5. ADMISSIONS PROCESS

5.1 Interview

Applicants are interviewed by a committee of at least three analysts.

5.2 Decision Process

• Admission decisions are made by the Admissions Committee
• Final approval is granted by CGJISD analyst members
• Decisions are final and not subject to appeal

5.3 Personal Analysis Requirement

• Minimum 100 hours required at application
• Must continue throughout training
• Minimum 300 total hours required for certification
• Must be with IAAP-certified analyst (CGJISD analyst required by entry into training)
• Analysts provide hour confirmation only (no evaluative input)

5.4 Application Fee

• $300 (non-refundable unless withdrawal occurs before interview)

6. TRANSFER APPLICANTS

Transfer from IAAP institutes is not automatic.

Requirements:

• Good standing in current program
• Application through CGJISD Admissions Committee
• Placement determined by Admissions Committee
• Approval required by CGJISD analyst membership

7. TRAINING STRUCTURE

PHASE I–II: CANDIDACY (YEARS 1–4)

7.1 Personal Analysis

• Weekly analysis with CGJISD IAAP-certified analyst (required throughout)

7.2 Academic Training

Format

• Bi-monthly classes over 16-week semesters
• In-person or Zoom sessions
• Small seminar groups with intensive participation

Phase I Focus (Years 1–2)

• Jung’s Collected Works (Vols. 5–8)
• Foundational Jungian authors (von Franz, Edinger, Neumann, Hannah, Harding)
• Introduction to myth, fairy tales, and Greek mythology
• Optional specialty seminars (art therapy, sandplay, movement, literature)
• Practice & Theory course each semester (clinical application)

Phase II Focus (Years 3–4)

• Advanced Collected Works (Vols. 9i, 11, 12, 16; selected 9ii, 14)
• Alchemy and symbolic psychology
• Transference and countertransference
• Dream interpretation and active imagination
• Comparative religion (Gnosticism, Christianity, Hinduism, Buddhism)
• Continued Practice & Theory courses

7.3 Evaluation

• All written and oral work placed in student file
• Instructor evaluations included
• Students have access to their file

7.4 Supervision (Phase II)

• Minimum twice-monthly case supervision
• With CGJISD analyst (paid by student)
• Must be reported to Director of Training

7.5 Transition Committee Reviews

• Required at end of Phase I and Phase II
• Conducted by Transition Committee

7.6 Pre-Control Case Paper

Required 12–15 page paper including:

• Case introduction and clinical impressions
• Psychological development and typology
• Symbolic material (dreams, art, active imagination)
• Clinical development over time
• Complexes, shadow, archetypal themes
• Transference/countertransference analysis

8. TRANSITION TO CONTROL CASE PHASE

• Paper reviewed by 3-analyst committee
• May be approved, revised, or resubmitted
• Successful review leads to Transition Committee meeting
• Final approval required to enter Control Case Phase

9. PHASE III: CONTROL CASE PHASE (MINIMUM 2 YEARS)

9.1 Requirements

• Weekly personal analysis (CGJISD analyst)
• Weekly Control Case supervision
• One primary Control Analyst + second Control Analyst required
• Minimum 100 hours supervision (30 hours with second analyst)

9.2 Academic Participation

• No required coursework
• Attendance at selected advanced seminars required

9.3 Control Case Paper

• 50–60 pages (double spaced)
• Based on full clinical case development
• Must follow CGJISD Control Paper guidelines (Appendix I)

10. CERTIFICATION

10.1 Certifying Committee

• 3 CGJISD analysts review Control Case Paper
• Candidate must complete 100 hours supervision
• Committee may recommend certification

10.2 Submission Deadlines

• March 1 → June review
• October 1 → January review

10.3 Final Approval

• Certification must be ratified by CGJISD analyst membership
• Candidate is then recommended to IAAP

10.4 Diploma

Confirms completion of CGJISD Training Program in Analytical Psychology.

11. FEES

• Application Fee: $300
• Phase I–II Tuition: $7,000/year
• Phase III Tuition: $3,000/year
• Supervision: $150/session
• Personal Analysis: $150–$200/hour (private arrangement)

Payment schedule:

• Phase I–II: $3,500 Sept 1 / $3,500 Jan 1
• Phase III: $1,500 Sept 1 / $1,500 Jan 1

Non-payment results in termination.

12. LEAVE OF ABSENCE

• Must be requested by Sept 15
• Requires approval of Director of Training
• Must remain in personal analysis during leave
• Maximum leave: 2 years
• Re-entry requires interview and approval

13. ETHICS, LEGAL STATUS & DISCLAIMERS

• Training does not grant legal right to practice
• Candidates must comply with state licensing laws
• Must not present themselves as Jungian Analysts until IAAP certification is complete
• Candidate waiver required upon entry

14. TERMINATION

Candidates may be asked to withdraw for:

• Non-payment
• Academic failure
• Ethical violations
• Consistent negative evaluations
• Other serious concerns

Process includes written notice, response period, and possible appeal to President’s Council (final authority).

15. ADMINISTRATIVE NOTES

• Fees may change with notice
• Annual institute gatherings and seminars are required community events
• Continuing education (CE) responsibility lies with the student

APPENDICES

• Appendix I: Control Case Paper Guidelines (available upon request)
• Appendix II: Candidate Waiver (available upon request)
• Appendix III: Continuing Education Policy