HOLISTIC HORIZONS

INSTITUTE OF HEALING ARTS

Modules

HOLISTIC HORIZONS

Module 1                                     Basic/Core                                  200 hrs.

 

Starts April and August

 

Theory, Practice and Techniques

 

 

History of Massage Techniques                                                               Ethics/Boundaries

Basic Principles of Massage Therapy/Bodywork                     Insurance

Contraindications                                                                                                     Regulations

Environment                                                                                            Sanitation

Atmosphere: colors, music, etc.                                                               Record Keeping

 

Client Assessment/Interview                                                                   Condition Analysis

Cleanliness                                                                                              Positioning

Draping                                                                                                                    Oils and Lotions

Personal Safety                                                                                        Hydrotherapy

Emotional effects of massage/bodywork                                                  Self Care Techniques

 

Mental effects of massage/bodywork                                       Use of Tools

Principles of holistic practice                                                                   Body mechanics                          

Joint movement/range of motion/stretching                             Posture awareness/analysis

Energy Fields                                                                                          Eastern A/P & modalities
Muscle testing                                                                                         Mind /body connection

Verbal/non-verbal communication                                          Scope of practice

Meridians/chakras                                                                                                    Field trips/special events

Nutrition basics                                                                         Chair/Seated Massage

 

                                                        Total Body Massage Techniques                

                                               Techniques & Strokes:

                                                      Compression

                                                      Cupping,

                                                      Kneading

                                                                        Percussion

                                                      Pinching

                                                      Rocking

                                                      Vibration

                                                      Effleurage

                                                      Petrissage

 

Module 2                                A/P                                85 hrs.

 

Starts June & August at SCC or other

 

 

Western Anatomy and Physiology             

 

     Cells, Tissues & Systems                                           Skeletal Systems

     Musculoskeletal System                                            Circulatory System

     Respiratory System                                                                    Digestive System

     Nervous System                                                 Glandular/Endocrine System              

     Lymphatic System                                                     Reproductive System

     Urinary System                                                                          Cardiovascular System

 

Module 3                          Business 1                           40 hrs.

 

Starts August, November, February or June (varies)

Iowa Wesleyan College

Rhonda Reif Moore

 

Business and/or Marketing

 

Aspects of being an Entrepreneur                   Record Keeping

Aspects of Working for a Business                                 Insurance-liability; professional

Marketing/Advertising Strategies                   Tax Information

Outsourcing Business Needs                                          Promotional Strategies

Design a logo, business cards, brochures, etc.

Interview other practitioners and entrepreneurs

Media exposure

Location, Location, Location!

 

Module 4                  Patho - physiology               40 hrs.

 

Starts August, November, February, June (varies)

Iowa Wesleyan College

 

 

Patho - physiology

 

Medical Terminology                                                     Etiology of Disease

Modes of Disease Transmission                                      Signs & Symptoms of Disease

Physiological Healing Process                                        Contraindications

Acute vs. Chronic                                                                            Stages of Illness

 

 

Module 5                    Kinesiology                     40 hrs.

 

Starts August, November, February, June (varies)

Iowa Wesleyan College or other

 

 

Actions of individual muscles/groups

                                Types of muscle contractions

                                Joint Movements

                                Movement Patterns

                                Proprioception

 

 

Module 6                 Psychology                     40 hrs.

 

Starts August and January

SCC or other

 

 

                                             Introduction to Basic Psychology
                                             Principles & Theories of Personality Development

                                                    Human Behavior

                                            Contemporary Social Issues

                                            Interpersonal Relationships

                                            Mind & Body Connection

 

                           (Course Content may vary based on location & course selected)

 

 

Module 7       CPR/First Aid        10 hrs

 

Starts August & January

SCC or other

 

                            Basics of CPR – Adults

                            Basics of CPR – Children/Infants

                            Sanitary Precautions

                            Basics of First Aid

 

                                                                                                                                                                 

                                 Module 8              Electives              50(+) hrs.

 

Classes are offered through SCC, Kirkwood and Spoon River

Elective and Continuing Education Classes Offered at Holistic Horizons

Price per class may vary per number of hours, location and type.

 

I would be interested in taking the following classes in Holistic Healing:  (Please circle all that apply)

 

Hands, feet & face massage               Infant Massage                            Reiki I

Arms, legs & back massage               Reflexology                                                Reiki II

Energy Balancing                                                Aromatherapy (intro)                                  Custom blending Aromatherapy

Energy Clearing                                    Space Clearing                        Eat Right for your Blood Type

Feng Shui / 5 element theory             Advanced Feng Shui                                   Aromatherapy & Feng Shui

Numbers – Energy gate locks            Advanced Numbers                                     Chakra System

Astrology & Your Health                                   Intro to CAM                                           Colors – Therapeutic Meaning

How to heal using colors                                    Manifesting                                                 Power of  Thoughts

Mind and body connection                                 Mystery class                                              Healing with Music

Retreat “A Day of Play”                                     Retreat “At Least a Week!”         Chakras and Feng Shui                                                 

Guided Visualization                          Holistic Healing Techniques          Chakra Balancing

Pregnancy Massage                           Chakra Balancing                       Chakra Clearing

Meaning of Gemstones                                      Healing with Gemstones             Pet massage

Sound Healing                                                   Energy Testing                           Vitamins/herbs

Nutrition                                           Stress Management                                     Relaxation Techniques

Power of Positive Thinking               Special Needs Techniques          Chair Massage

Hot Stone Massage                            Body Polishing                           Body Brushing

Hydro-therapies                                                 Therapeutic mud                         Five Element Theory

Acupressure                                         Shiatsu                                            Trigger Points

Therapeutic Exercise                             Eastern Anatomy                           Staying Healthy w/ the Seasons

Yoga                                                      Tai Chi                                           Water Aerobics      

 

Please list any other suggestions for classes that you have!

Name:________________________________________

Phone:________________________________________

Occupation:____________________________________

Address:_______________________________________

 

Module 9           Practice & Business 2        110 hrs.

Starts after modules 1-3 are completed

Student Practicum/Clinic

Business 2 Clinic

 

     100 hands on sessions with clients

 

                    10 hours of business practices – students operate all duties of the clinic          

                         to learn how to manage their own practice.

 

       Bookkeeping –

  Balance cash drawer

  Bank deposits

  Scheduling clients – new and existing

  Application of marketing strategies

  Laundry/sanitation, etc.

  Supply management

  Office procedures

 

 

 

 

Module 10                    Misc. & Options                   25 hrs.

 

Location & Starting Dates Vary

 

     Students may take extra electives on additional courses at the college  

     level as to compliment their educational goals.

 

     May include special projects or assignments.

 

     Special events such as:  expos, tradeshows, field trips,

                                            demonstrations, etc.

 

 

 

Module 11                         Review                         10 hrs.

 

Starts after modules 1-10 are completed

 

     Review at Holistic Horizons or Success Center

 

     Students have access to video’s, charts, flash cards, CD- rom, etc.,

     for  review

 

    May also include review games/activities where students compete in a 

    question and answer session.

 

 

 Completion Time

 

Based on the following schedule students should complete the coursework in 9 – 18 months

 

Class will meet approximately 13-20 hours per week and 1-2 weekend(s) per month.  The following is a tentative outline and is subject to change.

 

Basic Classes meet:                              Noon to 5:00 p.m.  And/or 2:30 to 5:30 p.m.

                  (modules 1, 8 – 11)                       Evenings (avg. 1-2 @ week) 5:00 to 10:30

                                                                             (Business electives/core/misc./etc.)

                                                                             Sat. & Sun. (when scheduled) 1:00 to 6:00 p.m.

Some months may meet more than one weekend and other than specified times.

College courses meet day and/or evening.

Students who have completed the following:

         Modules (2)   A/P   (4)   Pathology    (5) Kinesiology    (6)  Psychology

  CPR & First Aid

                       may transfer those hours in, after review of transcripts.  It is recommended to re-take  

                      any class that was taken more than 3 years ago.

                      At this time Business modules 3 & 9 are not available for previous credit.

 

Disclaimer:  To maintain a reputation for quality instruction, limits (max & min) have been placed on the size of some classes.  Holistic Horizons reserves the right to cancel, combine, or divide classes or to change the time, date or place of meeting or to make revisions and to do so without incurring obligation.  Also, students agree to approach the curriculum with an open mind, since many of the healing art topics will be from other cultures, etc.  This program is based on the current codes in effect as of 6/05.  Codes are subject to change and it is the student’s responsibility to keep up on current legislation.

All information may be subject to change.    6/2005