Healing Arts Seminars
Certification program
Healing Arts Seminars| Date | Type | Title | CEU/Hrs | Campus |
| Dec 05, 2008 Friday | | Lotus Hands 1 | 19 | Santa Cruz |
| Dec 10, 2008 Wednesday | | Lotus Hands Cervical Focus | 6 | Santa Cruz |
| Dec 12, 2008 Friday | | Lotus Hands II | 19 | Santa Cruz |
| Jan 10, 2009 Saturday | | Winter Focus (Kidney system) Qigong | 4 | Santa Cruz |
| Jan 10, 2009 Saturday | | Thai Massage: Jup Sen Method | 32 | San Jose |
| Jan 11, 2009 Sunday | | Level 1 Acupressure Certification | 40 | San Jose |
| Jan 11, 2009 Sunday | | Introduction to Acupressure | 7.5 | San Jose |
| Jan 21, 2009 Wednesday | | Level 3 Acupressure Certification | 54 | San Jose |
| Jan 24, 2009 Saturday | | Barefoot Doctor | 6 | San Jose |
| Feb 25, 2009 Wednesday | | Level 4 Acupressure Certification | 44 | San Jose |
| Feb 28, 2009 Saturday | | Barefoot Doctor | 6 | San Jose |
| Mar 01, 2009 Sunday | | Acupressure Teaching Clinic | San Jose | |
| Mar 07, 2009 Saturday | | Microcurrent for Pain, Injury and Facial Rejuvenation | 16 | San Jose |
| Mar 07, 2009 Saturday | | Pediatric Tuina | 8 | San Jose |
| Mar 28, 2009 Saturday | | 5 Element Aromatherapy | 6 | San Jose |
| Apr 25, 2009 Saturday | | Five Element Aromatherapy Part 2 | 6 | San Jose |
| Lotus Hands 1 |
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| Douglas Bertram, M.T.C.M, L.Ac., LMT | 19 CEUs | ||||
| This level one class is an introduction to the Lotus Hands approach of assessing musculoskeletal conditions. In this class you will learn to locate tension in the body using a unique therapeutic diagnostic method. Lotus Hands is a mindful orthopedic approach; this class focuses on both detailed anatomical precision and the importance of a present mind. | |||||
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| Lotus Hands Cervical Focus |
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| Douglas Bertram, MTCM, L.Ac., LMT | 6 CEUs | ||||
| Learn special techniques for unwinding and unblocking the cervical area of the body using the Lotus Hands modality. | |||||
| Prerequisites :Lotus Hands I | |||||
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| Lotus Hands II |
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| Douglas Bertram, MTCM, L.Ac., LMT | 19 CEUs | ||||
| Lotus Hands Level II will focus more on the treatment of musculoskeletal conditions. You will learn to effect change in tension levels by skillfully choosing appropriate hand techniques and the importance of using mindfulness when treating musculoskeletal conditions. By the completion of this class you will be able to treat any musculoskeletal condition with confidence. You will also develop an understanding of how to implement mindfulness into any modality that works with the human body. | |||||
| Prerequisites :Lotus Hands I | |||||
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| Winter Focus (Kidney system) Qigong |
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| Donna Runnalls, M.S. LMFT & Mary Ho, Pharm.D. | 4 CEUs | ||||
| For all those interested in learning a profoundly effective energy based healing, preventative and strengthening practice for the Health of the Human Kidney System including: the urinary, reproductive, endocrine, lymphatic and skeletal systems. Some symptoms of weak kidney Qi include stress, fear of failure, fatigue, perfectionism, insomnia. In tandem our curriculum will include Tian Gong Qi Gong Meditative Practices for increasing our compassion for and connection to the Health of the Kidney System of the Earth. Note: A light lunch will be provided featuring foods that nourish the kidneys | |||||
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| Thai Massage: Jup Sen Method |
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| Supron Mukolma | 32 CEUs | ||||
| Learn this ancient Thai method of relieving pain and promoting health by applying thumb or finger pressure on the lines called "Sen" from the foot to head. | |||||
| Prerequisites :none | |||||
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| Level 1 Acupressure Certification |
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| Janet Oliver, LAc. | 40 CEUs | ||||
| Learn the ancient healing art which uses the same theory and points as acupuncture, utilizing fingertips rather than needles. This Level 1 class combines theory of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Anatomy, Qi Gong with Acupressure. No pre-requisites. | |||||
| Prerequisites :none | |||||
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| Introduction to Acupressure |
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| Introduction to Acupressure | 7.5 CEUs | ||||
| Learn about this ancient non-invasive healing modality which increases health and vitality through your own healing touch. | |||||
| Prerequisites :none | |||||
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| Level 3 Acupressure Certification |
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| Janet Oliver, LAc. | 54 CEUs | ||||
| In Traditional Chinese Theory we see ourselves as being a microcosm or reflection of the five elements (water, fire, earth, wood and metal) of nature. This course covers the Five Element Theory and its application in Acupressure for body, mind and soul balance. | |||||
| Prerequisites :Acupressure Level 1 & 2 or equivalent TCM background | |||||
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| Barefoot Doctor |
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| Frank Leonardi LAc. | 6 CEUs | ||||
| This class will explore the traditional methods of moving qi and blood through channels. Methods included will be cupping, moxa, scraping and linament applications. | |||||
| Prerequisites :Acupressure Level 1 or TCM background | |||||
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| Level 4 Acupressure Certification |
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| Janet Oliver LAc. | 44 CEUs | ||||
| Advanced practices in the 5 Element Theory are introduced as well as supervised clinical practice in our Acupressure Clinic. | |||||
| Prerequisites :Acupressure Levels 1,2 & 3 | |||||
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| Barefoot Doctor |
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| Frank Leonardi LAc. | 6 CEUs | ||||
| This class explores modern applications to move qi and blood through the channels and will include magnet therapy, ear acupressure with pellets and essential oils and far-infrared heat therapy. | |||||
| Prerequisites :Acupressure Level 1 or TCM background | |||||
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| Acupressure Teaching Clinic |
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| Janet Oliver, LAc | CEUs | ||||
| Under the supervision of our faculty, advanced students offer full assessment and acupressure sessions. Come and experience 4 complete sessions for only $80.00. Appointments must be made in advance. Open to the public. | |||||
| Prerequisites :none | |||||
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| Microcurrent for Pain, Injury and Facial Rejuvenation |
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| Barbara Berger, LAc. | 16 CEUs | ||||
| Learn to use this non-invasive painless modality with acupuncture or by itself to stimulate the jing-luo system of channels, treat pain and injury and techniques for rejuvenation of the face and neck. | |||||
| Prerequisites :Class open to LAc’s and all health and skin care professionals | |||||
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| Pediatric Tuina |
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| Shuxian Liu | 8 CEUs | ||||
| Learn this hand-on Chinese massage technique to ease childhood sicknesses and distress. The common ailments focused on in this class include: coughs, asthma, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation and bed-wetting. | |||||
| Prerequisites :Acupressure Level 1 or TCM background | |||||
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| 5 Element Aromatherapy |
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| Frank Leonardi LAc. | 6 CEUs | ||||
| This class introduces the use of essential oils in the context of the 5 elements. Five oils in each of the classic categories of fire, earth, metal water and wood will be discussed according to their energetic, channels and climate. | |||||
| Prerequisites :Acupressure Level 1 or TCM Background | |||||
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| Five Element Aromatherapy Part 2 |
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| Frank Leonardi LAc. | 6 CEUs | ||||
| Explore the art of aromatherapy applications on the 12 primary channels auricular therapy; essential oil combinations and methods taught in a fun and hands-on class! | |||||
| Prerequisites :Acupressure Level 1 or TCM background | |||||
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