CAHA's
Massage Therapy Program
This course of study teaches
students massage techniques, human anatomy, indications
and contraindications for massage, draping techniques,
legalities and ethics, business management, client
communications and proper body mechanics in order to
provide high-quality bodywork. CAHA also provides Reiki
Level One and HighSelf Resonance Therapy Level One to
introduce the student to basic energywork. The
Mind/Body/Spirit Connection, a school-wide course,
allows the student to explore the benefits of yoga,
meditation, t’ai chi and chi gong. The student will
find these modalities will contribute to their
individual spiritual growth as well as their practice.
Our intention is to provide our students the opportunity
to experience unconditional love and oneness with Spirit
while developing their technical skills and
self-awareness. It takes place on many levels,
including interpersonal communication, spiritual and
heart connection. Students will also have the training
and skills necessary to begin their career in the
holistic healing field.
Massage
Schedule
Reiki 1: 11/6, 11/13, 11/20/09, Fridays, 6-10 P.M.
This course provides instruction in the history,
application, use and the First Degree Attunement in
Reiki. Our attunements include the hands and feet and
are from six Reiki traditions: Usui, Seichim,
Tibetan, Karuna, Ananda Rei, and Independent. 12
hours.
Reflexology:
9/26, 10/3 and 10/10/09, Saturdays, 9 A.M.-5 P.M. OR
12/1/-12/16/09, Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 6-10 P.M.
This course provides an introduction to
reflexology—Egyptian style--one of the oldest in the
world. Reflexology works with reflex points in the
feet (and other parts of the body) via the nervous
system to provide healing for the entire body. 24
hours.
There is also a 100-hour advanced
certification program available:
9/26/09—1/2/10, Saturdays, 9 A.M.-5 P.M. Class on 1/9/10 is from 9 A.M.-1 P.M.
HighSelf Resonance Therapy 1:1/4-3/29/10, Mondays and Fridays 6-10 P.M.
Our introductory energywork course teaches you how to
provide energywork through the auric field, and
includes instruction on how to create sacred space,
balance and clear your energy, balance and clear the
energy for others, develop your higher awareness of
chakras, nadis, the aura, and the meridians, and how
to facilitate a healing experience. 100 hours.
Circulatory Massage: 3/30/10-5/18/10 Tues./Weds. 6-10 P.M., 11 A.M.-5 P.M. Suns. (No class on 4/4/10.)
Our introductory massage course includes instruction
on how to give a great massage, anatomy, body
mechanics, ethics, sanitation and information to
prepare you for the National Certification
Examination. This course includes T’ai Chi
instruction. 100 hours.
Sports Massage: 5/25-7/14/10,Tues./Weds. 6-10 P.M., 11 A.M.-5 P.M. Suns. (No class on 7/4/10.)
This course provides
instruction in Sports Massage and its various
applications for sporting event warm-up, cool-down,
and injury recovery. Includes training in Sports Nutrition and using
Eastern/Western massage in Sports Application. Includes field experience at
sporting events. 100 hours.
Deep Tissue Massage:
7/18-9/5/10, Tues./Weds. 6-10 P.M., 11 A.M.-5 P.M. Suns. (Class on 9/5/ is from 11 A.M.-1 P.M..)
This course provides instruction in
Deep Tissue Massage and elements of Myofascial Release
and Neuromuscular Therapy, and includes information on
anatomy, body mechanics and tissue consistency. This
course includes T’ai Chi instruction. 100 hours.
Best Professional Practices: 7/2, 7/9, 7/16/2010.
A course designed to teach you the specifics of acting as a professional in the
holistic health field, including ethical practices, table care, presentation,
learning styles and understanding your focus as a professional. 10 hours.
Business Management:
9/7-11/16/10, Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 6-10 P.M. (Class on 11/16 from 6-8 P.M.)
Our business course teaches the holistic health professional about the
various types of markets available, how to develop the
business side of their practice, and includes hands-on
projects in vision development, marketing,
advertising, developing target markets and a
rudimentary business plan. A necessary course, even
for the experienced holistic professional. 70 hours.
Anatomy and Physiology: 10/3-2/13/10, Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 6-10 P.M. (Class on 2/13 is from 11 A.M.-3 P.M.)
This course includes instruction in
anatomy and physiology for bodyworkers, including
information on the body’s 11 systems, connective
tissue and nerve systems on the microscopic level, and
information necessary to pass the National
Certification Exam. 100 hours.
Chair Massage:
10/20,
10/21/09, (class
on 10/21 from 6-8 P.M.)
Tues./Weds. 6-10
P.M.
This course teaches you routines to use
in a business or athletic setting. Chair massage can be an excellent addition to
your massage income. 10 hours.
Mind-Body-Spirit Connection: 12/22/09, 1/5, 6, 12, 13, 19/10, Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 6-10 P.M. (No class 12/29, 12/30/09.)
This course synthesizes Chi Kung, T’ai Chi, Yoga, Meditation, and
other spiritual practices and gives you the
opportunity to go deeper and develop your
spirituality. Bring a yoga mat, water, and wear
comfortable clothes. This course teaches at a
beginning to intermediate level. 28 hours.
Advanced Anatomy and Palpation: 11/18-12/16/09 (No class 11/25/09.)Tues./Weds. 6-10 P.M. OR 9/14/10-10/6/10. This class is only for those who are currently taking or who have already completed Anatomy and Physiology.
This course is an addendum to your
massage education because it provides a review of anatomical structures and how
they are treated in massage. Gait assessment and advanced massage
techniques are also explored, as well as their relationship to anatomy and
physiology. 30 hours.
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NCBTMB Test Prep Class: 1/26-2/23/10, Tues./Weds. 6-10 P.M. This class is only for those who have already completed Anatomy and Physiology.
This course is a preparation to take
the National Certification for Bodywork and Massage, offered through an
independent testing organization. Many cities in California require this
certification in order to obtain a business license. This course reviews
energetic and physical anatomy and physiology, massage practices and scope of
practice, business practices and ethics, and an overview of the 18 areas covered
on the National Exam. 40 hours.
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