We are offering the following continuing education workshops which are open to all : Flower Essences: link: http://www.gaiaherbalstudies.net/3/miscellaneous7.htm Mayan Abdominal Massage - Arvigo Method, Level One Training, link: http://www.naturopathicschoolofannarbor.net/3/store.htm We offer the following diploma programs conveying the following credentials, within supervised hands-on programs offering required clinical internships: Naturopathy Diploma Program
Title: Naturopath Massage Therapy/Natural Medicine Program Title: Massage Therapist, Natural Medicine Enrichment To apply for admission, request an admissions application.
1) NATUROPATH DIPLOMA
Our core program, a 3 year experiential on site diploma program with supervised clinical internship. Areas of study, focus and practice include applied natural therapeutics, dietary assessment, world nutrition theory, herbal medicine, hydrotherapy, bodywork therapies, energy medicine, communications development, examination of case histories, parasitology, microbial balancing, vibrational therapeutics (flower essences, homeopathics), business development, and Supervised Clinical Internship. Tuition Note: Rates are set as of 4/2010 through the completion of fall enrollment 2010. NSAA reserves the right to increase tuition as economic needs determine at rates no higher than 25% for an upcoming program year. Year 1: $5,200 Natural Medicine Enrichment Certification Year 2: $6,200 Naturopathy Intern Certification Year 3: $7,500 Naturopathy Diploma NSAA offers payment plan programs and may qualify for Michigan Works programs. MASTER HERBALIST Diploma Program NOTE: This program offers more than 2661 hours of professional diplomate level study, including more than 400 hours of supervised clinical internship, surpassing American Herbalist Guild standards by 1,000 hours. American Herbalist Guild membership is not necessary to practice in our nation. This is a professional development program. Individuals interested primarily in education for self enrichment may find our sister learning community , Gaia Center for Herbal Studies, one which offers a variety of options for foundational learning. After successful completion of the 3 year Naturopathy diploma program, graduates may apply to enter the Master Herbalist program, which is an additional year of supervised clinical practice, select advanced lectures/study, and herbal pharmacy. Students in this program will also complete a simple research project based upon working directly with a segment of the public. This program requires some flexibility in schedule, including ability to participate in clinics during some day and /or evening hours. NOTE: Students wishing to enter this program should apply for admission within 3 months of completing the 3 year Naturopathy program. Tuition: $5,200.00 MASSAGE THERAPY/NATURAL MEDICINE Diploma Program This is a one year program. Dual Certification - Massage Therapy and Natural Medicine Enrichment - is achieved through this unique hybrid of traditional massage therapy instruction (as required for National Certification and state licensure), along with applied natural medicine and energy medicine techniques. Today's massage therapists offer the best care possible if their training includes development of energy healing techniques, communication skills, elements of herbal/botanical medicine, and applied natural therapeutics as utilized in table and chair sessions. Join us for the best of both worlds in an evolving healing arts culture, with teachers offering 5-20 years of experience before they take on the important job of professional training. Successful completion of your diploma will qualify you for consideration and credit in our Naturopath, Master Herbalist and Primary Care Naturopath programs, allowing for dual /triple diplomas. This curriculum is designed to offer:
program classes on alternate weekends. A minimum of 500 hours of instruction as follows:
125 hours of body systems (anatomy, physiology and kinesiology) 200 hours of massage and bodywork assessment, theory and application, in-class and supervised 40 hours of pathology 10 hours of business and ethics (minimum of 6 hours in ethics) 125 hours of additional instruction in an area or related field that theoretically completes the massage program of study. In our program this includes theoretical and practical applications of energy balancing methods, applications of natural therapeutics, foundational herbal medicine with bodywork applications, communications development, and holistic ecology.
Tuition: $8,500.00 Payment plan available Note: Those entering the program after completing the Naturopathy first year will pay the balance of this tuition fee. Please visit our "Financial Planning" page for insights into options. |
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