Novalis Institute provides adult education for personal inner development within a supportive community. Courses are designed to provide a strong foundation in inner work as a basis for our work in the world, ongoing training in the arts, and the education of young people. The philosophical basis of Novalis Institute are the teachings of Rudolf Steiner, the founder of anthroposophy.

Our curriculum is provided by local and national faculty who provide a program of study that balances experiential learning, artistic practice, intellectual and spiritual development and academic study. Our intention is to enhance the educational experience through the vital context of a community that is developed as participants learn together.

All courses are designed to facilitate inner development and are open to the public. For participants who seek Waldorf teacher certification, Novalis Institute offers all the courses typically required as preparation for teacher training coursework. The Foundation Studies program coursework can be completed in two to three years of part time study.

NOW ANNOUNCING 2009-10 COURSES 

Click on the Foundation Studies tab for a list of classes for teacher preparation.

Click on the Inner Development tab for Inner Development courses.

COURSE REGISTRATION

See REGISTRATION. (We have experienced trouble with the paypal feature on this website for those using Internet Explorer as their web browser.) You can also mail your registration and check to:

Novalis Institute, 1908 41st Ave. N.E., Columbia Heights, MN 55421, or contact us at info@novalisinstitute.org or call 651-489-2060.

ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR SOUGHT

Novalis Institute seeks a part time (10 hours per week) Administrative Coordinator. This position includes responding to inquiries, handling course registration and program logistics as well as involvement with program planning and outreach. Experience in a small non-profit or in grant-writing is a plus. Qualified individuals will have strong communication and organizational skills and an interest in the mission of Novalis Institute.

For more information and to apply: Send letter of interest and resume to Novalis Institute c/o Carolyn Laine, 1908 41st Ave. N.E., Columbia Heights, MN 55421 or email to carolynlaine@comcast.net

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