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Course Description
Level One
Zen Shiatsu: To provide the knowledge and
skills to be able to assess and give an appropriate Zen Shiatsu
treatment. Zen Shiatsu is based on the use of one-point-two-hands
techniques and the natural use of body weight using a meditative
approach. The Masunaga Zen meridians, their
stretch positions, and techniques for tonification
and sedation will be taught. Also included are the Makko-Ho
exercises, Ki development, energy balancing
techniques and the concepts of Jitsu and Kyo. Diagnostic skills will include the Four Shins,
the Hara and Back.
Barefoot Shiatsu: To provide
the knowledge and skills to be able to perform appropriate Barefoot
Shiatsu. Barefoot Shiatsu has been developed by Shizuko Yamamoto, utilising the feet as well as the palms and fingers
to open the channels of Ki (energy) in the
body. It is a dynamic and easy to learn style which concentrates on
releasing blocks in the back, arms and legs, and is very good for
developing a grounded and relaxed approach.
Classical Shiatsu: To provide
the knowledge and skills to be able to perform an appropriate Classical
Shiatsu treatment. Classical Shiatsu is a Japanese method of applying
pressure, with the thumbs, on the acupressure points of the body. This
subject will incorporate correct pressure techniques, body positioning
and the development of a full body routine.
Foundations of Oriental medicine
Oriental Physiology: To provide
the knowledge and skills to be able to identify and discuss the
fundamental principles of physiology of Traditional Chinese Medical
theory. It covers the substances of the body - Qi/energy, Xue/blood, Jing/essence, Shen/spirit,
Jin Ye/fluids - their functions and production, each organ system in
relation to their energetic qualities and an introduction to the Five
Transformations/Elements.
Oriental Pathology: To provide
the knowledge and skills to be able to explain common syndromes of organ
disharmony from an Oriental Medical perspective and specify appropriate
treatment principles.
Oriental History & Philosophy: To provide
the necessary knowledge of Chinese Historical events that
have impacted on Oriental Medicine and the significance of Zen,
Vital Substances, Yin and Yang and the Five Elements in Oriental
Medicines and Therapies both past and present.
Western Anatomy & Physiology I: To provide
the appropriate knowledge to be able to identify and describe the
functions of the human skeleton, muscles, major organs, joints, the skin,
the endocrine system, nervous system, circulatory and lymphatic system.
Integrative Practice I: To provide
the ability to integrate the theoretical knowledge and the practical
skills of Shiatsu, to deliver appropriate therapeutic treatments, record,
review and analyse the effectiveness of the
work.
Dietary Therapeutics I: To provide
the appropriate knowledge and skills to be able to explain the principles
and practices of Oriental Dietary Therapy. Dietary Therapeutics includes
a cooking weekend which will prepare meals according to the principles of
balance in colour, texture, taste, season and energetics, as well as cutting techniques, cooking
methods and appropriate personal attitudes to food preparation.
Personal & Client Dynamics: To provide
the appropriate knowledge and skills to develop an awareness of oneself
in relation to others and in a Client-therapist relationship relevant to
becoming a Shiatsu practitioner. This includes 3
weekend workshops.
Workplace communication: To provide
the skills for effective communication in the workplace at a simple, routine
predictable level.
Presenting information: To provide
the knowledge and skills to present information in a Shiatsu practice.
Workplace Health & Safety: To provide
knowledge of the legal requirements for occupational Health and Safety in
the Workplace.
Client Interaction: To enable
the participant to effectively communicate when interacting with Clients
of a Shiatsu Practice.
Industry & Home Practice: To provide
the ability to integrate the theoretical knowledge and practical skills
of Shiatsu and Oriental Therapies, deliver appropriate therapeutic
treatments, record, review and analyse the
effectiveness of the work performed in supervised student clinics and
private settings.
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Establish and maintain a log book. Level I
& II
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Demonstrate a range of Shiatsu techniques for 60
home case studies with client histories being recorded in Log Book.
Level I & II
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Maintaining optimum health levels with the
personal practice of Yoga, Tai Chi, Qi Gong (or other) on a weekly basis,
recorded in Log Book. Level I & II
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Maintaining ongoing treatments in self care,
recorded in Log Book. Level I & II
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Demonstrate the practical and theoretical skills
of Shiatsu and Oriental Therapies in the treatment of a Shiatsu practitioner
in a finals treatment as well as treating 4 Shiatsu practitioners.
Level II
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Demonstrate the successful completion of a
research project. Level II
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Undertake demonstration sessions on public
clients at community festivals and college open days. Level II
Identify areas of practice that require further development by
participating in 4 Sunday Practice Sessions in Level I
Meridians: To provide the appropriate knowledge
and skills to be able to locate the 14 main meridians and major points
and assess their energetic condition.
Sotai / Corrective
Exercises:
To provide the appropriate knowledge and skills to be able to explain the
principles of Sotai / Corrective exercises and incorporate
these into a Shiatsu treatment.
Western Anatomy & Physiology II: To provide
the appropriate knowledge and skills to be able to acquire sufficient
understanding of the Western Medical physiology of the major organs and
to be able to compare with those of Traditional Chinese Medical
physiology.
Dietary Therapeutics II : To provide
the appropriate knowledge and skills to be able to explain the principles
and practices of Oriental Dietary Therapy. Dietary Therapeutics brings
together elements of both the Chinese and Japanese styles of dietetics
and the Macrobiotic system and merges them into a coherent dietary
approach, and includes : the classification of
food for medicinal purposes, treatment of specific symptoms through the
use of foods; recognition of nutritional deficiencies; food preferences
according to personal constitution; causes of degeneration problems and
the balancing of these conditions. Also includes a cooking weekend which
concentrates on Medicinal food preparation and skills.
Integrative
Practice II: To provide
the ability to integrate the theoretical knowledge and the practical
skills of Shiatsu and Traditional Chinese Medicine to deliver appropriate
therapeutic treatments, record, review and analyse
the effectiveness of the work.
Managing a Shiatsu Practice: To provide
the appropriate knowledge and skills to be able to interpret the laws and
regulations in setting up a Shiatsu practice, establish the
administrative procedures and develop the personal qualities for ongoing
management.
Foundations of Oriental Medicine (Specialised Areas I ): To provide
advanced knowledge and skills in specialised
areas of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Foundations of Oriental Medicine (Specialised Areas II): To provide
advanced knowledge and skills in specialised
areas of Traditional Chinese Medicine which are applied in Shiatsu treatments.
Legal and
Ethical Requirements: To
provide the knowledge and skills required to implement and monitor compliance
with legal and ethical requirements relevant to the shiatsu practitioner
Use of
Specific Health Terminology:
To provide the skills to communicate with clients appropriate
shiatsu specific health terminology
First Aid: To provide the knowledge and skills
to perform emergency first aid in the workplace.
Student Clinic: To provide the ability to
integrate the theoretical knowledge and the practical skills of Shiatsu
and Oriental Therapies, deliver an appropriate therapeutic treatment,
record, review and analyse the effectiveness of
the treatment performed in a supervised environment.
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