Courses & Costs
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Massage Practitioner | Massage Therapist | Qi Gong for Health Instructors
Medical Qi Gong Therapist | Chinese Herbology | NEW - Modular Workshops
MASSAGE PRACTITIONER
This 250 hour course of instruction will train the student in basic massage techniques of Swedish Oil Massage giving special emphasis on techniques of muscle release for relaxation and stress reduction. The student will complete the science requirements in Anatomy, Physiology, Kinesiolgy and Pathology for the California State Certification. The course session is structured as lecture, demonstration and hands-on practice between fellow students. Supervision and critique will provide the student guidance to perfect the skills learned and develop the ability to incorporate personal style and intuitive creativity in application. The graduate will be eligible for the California State Massage Practitioner License.
Suggested books for the course are optional and can be purchased through the Institute: The Web That Has No Weaver by Kaptchuk, The Massage Connection Anatomy & Physiology for Massage Therapists, Pathology for the Massage Therapist, The Trail Guide to the Body, Complete Book of Massage by Hudson and Shiatsu Handbook by Yamamoto. Printed materials provided by the Institute are included in the course fee. Students will be required to take notes and keep a personal course notebook.
**Please see the NEW Modular Workshops for how to complete the 250 hours. **
This 500 hour course expands the massage practitioner by expanding therapeutic modalities in the application of the massage practice. The course is inclusive of the Massage Practitioner program requirements and is open to those wishing to add a deeper therapeutic dimension to their skill. The course session is structured as lecture, demonstration and hands on practice between fellow students. Supervision and critique will provide the student guidance to perfect the skills learned and develop the ability to incorporate personal style and intuitive creativity in application. The graduate will be eligible for the California State Massage Therapist License..
Suggested books for the course are optional and can be purchased through the Institute: The Web That Has No Weaver by Kaptchuk, The Massage Connection Anatomy & Physiology for Massage Therapists, Pathology for the Massage Therapist, The Trail Guide to the Body, Complete Book of Massage by Hudson and Shiatsu Handbook by Yamamoto. Printed materials provided by the Institute are included in the course fee. Students will be required to take notes and keep a personal course notebook.
**Please see the NEW Modular Workshops for how to complete the 500 hours. **
This 130 hour class introduces the student to the basic Chinese concept of Qi, the meridian flow of qi, sensitivity to Qi within the body and environment and the interconnection and flow between both. The student will learn qi gong techniques to clear the meridians, stimulate flow in specific meridians, enliven overall qi development and specific qi gong exercises related to specific internal organs. Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to lead groups of individuals in a class setting in a variety of Qi Gong exercises to benefit both general health and well being as well as a variety of specific exercises for promoting health in cases of such common diseases as asthma, common cold & flu, respiratory congestion, hay fever, indigestion, constipation, fatigue, weak immune system, stress and emotional distress, high blood pressure, anxiety, arthritis, muscle pain and spasm and many more.
Suggested optional book: Qi Gong for Health by Takahashi and Brown. An exercise practice video is available for home practice, also optional. A complete detailed description of each exercise will be provided by the Institute.
COURSE OUTLINE - Qi Gong for Health Instructor
History, Terms & Definitions Oriental Medical Theory & Meridians Channel Conduction Method Qi Gong Prt l Channel Conduction Method Qi Gong Part ll Five Healing Sounds & Micro Cosmic Orbit North Star Five Element Qi Gong Five Animal Play Group Leadership Techniques Reviews/Exams/Critiques Practicum* TOTAL HOURS * In addition, the student will be expected to practice the qi gong techniques 30 hours outside class to gain full memorization of each exercise sequence. The student must be proficiently skilled at the practice and instruction of the Qi Gong exercises in order to receive the certificate of completion and proficiency as an instructor. Students may take the course for general training without the goal of becoming an instructor and will receive a certificate of completion without the instructor title.
TUITION AND FEES - Qi Gong for Health Instructor
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This 250 hour course includes the Qi Gong for Health Instructor program and offers further development in Qi Gong study leading to knowledge and techniques for Qi Gong assessment and therapeutic treatment. Expanded skill and technique to promote health and benefit specific dis-ease conditions will be presented. Specific application of the Qi Gong exercises will be developed with cases studies on fellow students and, when available, outside clients. Upon completion of this course the student will be proficient in the group leadership of classes in Qi Gong to promote health and well being. In addition, the student will be able to offer specific guidance for exercises to enhance the well being and vital energy of clients on a one to one basis with Qi Gong assessment and treatment techniques.
Suggested optional books: Qi Gong for Health by Takahashi and Brown, The Root of Chinese Chi Kung by Yang. An exercise practice video is available for home practice, also optional. A written description of each exercise will be provided by the Institute.
COURSE OUTLINE - Medical Qi Gong Therapist
History, Terms & Definitions Oriental Medical Theory & Meridians Channel Conducting Method Qi Gong Part l Channel Conducting Method Qi Gong Part ll Five Healing Sounds & Micro Cosmic Orbit North Star Five Element Qi Gong Five Animal Play Advance Qi Gong Practice Group Leadership Techniques Qi Gong Assessment & Treatment Techniques Qi Gong and Science Case Studies Reviews/Exams/Critiques Practicum* TOTAL HOURS * In addition, the student will be expected to practice the qi gong techniques 50 hours outside class to gain full memorization of each exercise sequence. The student must be proficiently skilled at the practice and instruction of the Qi Gong exercises and use of treatment techniques in order to receive the certificate of completion and proficiency as an instructor and therapist. Students may take the course for general training without the goal of becoming an instructor or therapist and will receive a certificate of completion in Medical Qi Gong without the therapist title.
TUITION AND FEES - Medical Qi Gong Therapist
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This 150 hour course offers the fundamental study of the most widely used Chinese herbs and formulas that may benefit a variety of conditions from the common cold to arthritis. The course will cover 100 herbs, with hands-on identification, used in the categories for Blood tonics, Qi tonics, Yin tonics, Yang tonics, Digestive tonics, Hot/Cold phlegm accumulations, Arthritis, Stagnation of Qi/Blood, Warming, Clear Heat, Diuretics and Diaphoretics. The student will learn the Chinese medical model for diagnosis and the art of herbal formula combination as a strategy in treatment. Various forms of the herbs from the raw and dried leaves and twigs to prepackaged pills, concentrated powders, and tinctures will be explored in a workshop and lecture structure. Instruction in methods of preparation, and dosage and treatment duration will enable the student to complete the program with a working knowledge of Chinese herbal therapy. The graduate will be qualified to work under the license and supervision of a Licensed Acupuncturist in an herbal pharmacy clinic. Licensed Medical Doctors may add the knowledge to their prescription skills and treatment modalities.
Required books: Handbook of Chinese Herbs and Formulas Vol. I & II by Yeung, Chinese Herbal Medicine Formulas & Strategies by Bensky and Barolet.
COURSE OUTLINE - Chinese Herbology
Chinese Medical Theory & Diagnosis Herb identification and actions Formula preparation Case Studies Review/Exams/Critiques TOTAL HOURS TUITION AND FEES - Chinese Herbology
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This Modular Program for completion of the Massage Practitioner / Massage Therapist Programs allows you to take short individual workshops in the disciplines that make up the 250 hour or 500 hour Massage Practitioner or Massage Therapist certification. Courses marked with** are required for completion of certification. Other courses are elective to add up to complete the required hours. Each course can be taken at your convenience allowing you to learn the material in your time frame ....eventual completion of all modules will secure the title of Massage Practitioner or Massage Therapist. These modular workshops are ideal for currently practicing massage practitioners and therapists who need key curriculum courses for completion of the new California State Certification requirements. Please see the current schedule of classes for upcoming dates.
Shiatsu and Asian Medical Theory Learn the Asian perspective on the functions of the organs, the relationship and communication between organs and how to address disharmonies through all twelve meridian pathways of Qi flow.
Asian Therapeutics You will learn the techniques of Cupping, Gua Sha, Piezo stimulator, Moxabustion, and point locations for major joint pain and functional organ therapeutics.
Qi Gong Massage Learn the basics of Qi Gong practice for enhancing you personal Qi strength and flow. Then learn to stimulate the flow of Qi in the meridians for your client without even touching their body. Qi Gong is beleived to go deeper than acupuncture or massage in its effects if practiced by a strong Qi Gong practitioner.
Anatomy, Physiology & Kinesiology Part I** This course will present the basic knowledge of bones and muscles, with a brief overview of chemistry and cellular structure of the skin. Kinesiology of the major muscles groups will be presented with origin and insertion of muscle attachment and common movement range of the muscle groups.
Anatomy, Physiology & Kinesiology Part II This course continues the study of anatomy, physiology and kinesiology. Advanced study of the muscles groups and the dynamics of movement will be covered. This course will include further study of the other sytems of the body: Digestive, Lymphatic, Cardiac, and Endocrine systems. Anatomy, Physiology & Kinesiology Part III This course continues the study of anatomy, physiology and kinesiology. Advanced study of the muscles groups and the dynamics of movement will be covered. This course will include further study of the other sytems of the body: Reproductive, Respiratory, Urinary and Nervous sysemts. Pathology for the Massage Therapist Learn which disease conditions are compatible with massage and which massage may aggravate. Learn which conditions are best referred to a medical therapist. Swedish Massage & Trigger Points** This is your basic oil rub....an essential massage that all practitioners will need to master as most of the general public considers a "massage" this type of oil on skin work into the muscles with light moderate or deep firmness in the stroke. Learn trigger points that release major muscle spasm in the upper shoulders and back. Chair Massage Using some stretches, Shiatsu and percussion you can learn how to give a massage with your client in a semi seated position on the traditional massage chair. Lymphatic Massage This work stimulates all the major lymph centers in the neck, armpits, groin and abdomen to facilitate lymph drainage and circulation. An excellent detoxification massage therapy. Cranio Sacral Techniques An essential energetic facilitation of the cerebral spinal fluid flow the therapist can tune into your rhythm and facilitate release by knowing key holds at the "inlets" in the cranial sacral system. Deep Tissue & Sports Injuries Part I Stretching the connective tissue surrounding the muscles groups allows release of chronic spasm and overload on the muscle group with relubrication of the tissue ensuring returned flexibility and relief from pain. Sports injury and strain requires the skillful therapist trained in the knowledge of muscle groups, kinesiology and deep tissue release. Techniques for common injuries and muscle overload will be explored. Deep Tissue & Sports Injuries Part II Stretching the connective tissue surrounding the muscles groups allows release of chronic spasm and overload on the muscle group with relubrication of the tissue ensuring returned flexibility and relief from pain. Sports injury and strain requires the skillful therapist trained in the knowledge of muscle groups, kinesiology and deep tissue release. Further techniques for common injuries and muscle overload will be explored. Advanced Trigger Points Trigger Points are highly sensitive intelligence centers in the muscle group that can release held spasm and relieve pain. Learn advanced trigger points for the low back, neck and gluteals. Essential Oils & Raindrop Therapy Specific essential oils are dropped along the spine and spread over the back with finger techiques allowing the oils to penetrate deeply. Hot wet towels are applied and stretches facilitate the spinal recovery. Hot Stones & Crystal Therapy Heated stones placed on specific areas of the body facilitate relaxation, circulation and meridian activation. Crystals add a dimension of energetic vibration conducive to release and healing of disharmonies. Foot Reflexology All organ systems are reflected on the sole of the foot and may be stimulated with gentle or firm thumb and finger pressure. Business & Ethics** An overview of the principles of starting out in business for yourself and / or working within a medical office, spa or gym. Writing a resume, establishing ethical standards and safety issues will be presented. Case Studies Both a written and practicum exam are required to pass and complete the exam requirements of your academic work. To complete the Massage Practitioner and/or Massage Therapist Certification assigned hours of logged practicum completed outside of class time is required.
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