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Credit: 8 hrs.
Clinical Requirement: 0 hrs.

Fee: $120.00

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2008 May 31 - May 31, 09:00AM - 05:30PM (Sat) [OPEN] Sign Up

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Full Description

Credit: 8 hrs.

Fee: $120.00

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2008 Aug 24 - Aug 24, 09:00AM - 05:30PM (Sun) [OPEN] Sign Up

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Massage Technician I

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This 100-hour program, Level I Massage Technician training, is designed to provide quality instruction which will prepare an individual for licensing in professional body work in San Diego county, and many other local areas. 

Training includes 80 hours of classroom instruction and 20 hours of clinical internship.

Classroom Instruction for Massage Technician I includes:

• The benefits of massage, contraindications of massage, and basic Swedish strokes.
• The origin and basic history of Massage
• How to set up a massage room professionally (clean sheets, clean bathroom, clean hands, etc.)
• Be introduced to body/mind connection, and how thoughts and emotions affect the body.
• Be taught proper steps in order to obtain a license and how to use ethics in client/employer relationships.
• Basic license laws for surrounding areas, the ethics of honoring established boundaries, discussion groups on sexual boundaries, and honoring the client/therapist relationship.
• How to put together a professional resume, how to interview for work, and where to locate massage work.
• Basic Swedish strokes and introduction to Reflexology treatment, Reiki treatment, Chair massage,  shiatsu, and basic Yoga and breathing techniques.
• Skeleton system, superficial muscles and to locate organs and glands

Credit: 100 hrs.
Clinical Requirement: 20 hrs.

Fee: $550.00

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2007 Oct 15 - Oct 26, 09:00AM - 05:30PM (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri) [OPEN] Sign Up

2007 Dec 03 - Dec 14, 09:00AM - 05:30PM (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri) [OPEN] Sign Up

2007 Nov 05 - Nov 16, 09:00AM - 05:30PM (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri) [OPEN] Sign Up

2008 Sep 15 - Sep 26, 09:00AM - 05:30PM (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri) [OPEN] Sign Up

2008 Nov 10 - Nov 21, 09:00AM - 05:30PM (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri) [OPEN] Sign Up

2008 Oct 13 - Oct 24, 09:00AM - 05:30PM (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri) [OPEN] Sign Up

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Massage Technician II

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This 100-hour program, Level II Massage Technician training, is designed to provide quality instruction which will prepare an individual for licensing in professional body work in San Diego county.

Training includes 80 hours of classroom instruction and 20 hours of clinical internship.

Classroom Instruction for Massage Technician II includes:

• Therapeutic massage techniques including specific strokes for releasing the neck, and shoulders, and for low back problems.
• Application of hands-on techniques for working with pregnant and geriatric clients.
• Learn the difference between soft tissue flexibility and joint mobility.
• Introduction to deeper muscles and the origin and insertion of muscles and the tendon and ligament relationship.
• Learn basic physiology of the body
• Introduction to Oriental Arts and body mechanics including Yoga, Tai Chi, Thai, Sports and shiatsu massage.
• Receive a Reiki Energy Attunement

Credit: 100 hrs.
Clinical Requirement: 20 hrs.

Fee: $650.00

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2008 Oct 06 - Nov 21, 06:00PM - 10:00PM (Mon, Wed, Fri) [OPEN] Sign Up

2008 Sep 15 - Sep 26, 09:00AM - 05:30PM (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri) [OPEN] Sign Up

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Full Description

During this Aromatherapy Class students will learn Raindrop Therapy along with many other hands on Spa Techniques.

Credit: 50 hrs.

Fee: $600.00

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2008 Sep 28 - Nov 02, 09:00AM - 05:30PM (Sun) [OPEN] Sign Up

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Aromatherapy 2B

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In this class you will cover Hot Stone Massage and Body Wraps

Credit: 50 hrs.

Fee: $600.00

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2008 Nov 09 - Dec 14, 09:00AM - 05:30PM (Sun) [OPEN] Sign Up

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Chair Massage Workshop

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In this 8 hour workshop, students will learn proper chair massage techniques, chair set up, adjustments, sanitation and body mechanics.

Credit: 8 hrs.

Fee: $120.00

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2008 Mar 02 - Mar 02, 09:00AM - 06:00PM (Sun) [OPEN] Sign Up

2008 May 17 - May 17, 09:00AM - 05:30PM (Sat) [OPEN] Sign Up

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Full Description

CST is a gentle, hands-on method of evaluating and enhancing the functioning of a physiological body system called the craniosacral system - comprised of the membranes and cerebrospinal fluid that surround and protect the brain and spinal cord.

Using a soft touch generally no greater than 5 grams, or about the weight of a nickel, practitioners release restrictions in the craniosacral system to improve the functioning of the central nervous system.

By complementing the body's natural healing processes, CST is increasingly used as a preventive health measure for its ability to bolster resistance to disease, and is effective for a wide range of medical problems associated with pain and dysfunction.

Vitality College of Healing Arts is the only massage school in San Diego county that is a member of the Upledger Institute. The Upledger Institute was founded by John Upledger, who developed Cranio Sacral Therapy,

In this Level I class you will learn the 10-step protocol for treatment, cardiac, resitory, and craniosacral pulses of the body. You will also learn about the movement of the fluid through the dural tube and hand positions for the various diaphragm releases.

Credit: 32 hrs.

Fee: $384.00

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2008 Dec 01 - Dec 17, 06:00PM - 10:00PM (Mon, Wed, Fri) [OPEN] Sign Up

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Deep Tissue Massage 1

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Deep Tissue Massage is one of the most popular modalities currently available. For proper function, muscles must be able to slide over each other freely - stress, strain, injury or even bad posture can compress the muscle layers and restrict movement. Deep tissue works on the muscles layer by layer, freeing compression and providing uninhibited motion.

Deep Tissue Massage brings a higher level of freedom and responsiveness to the body. The skilled deep tissu therapist can mold a client's tissue to a state of improved health and fluidity!

Classroom Instruction includes:

• Areas of caution on the body
• Reading the body
• Refining your touch
• Biomechanics
• Stroke strategies
• Hierarchy of power: Thumbs, knuckles, fists, forearms, elbows
• Proper use of tools
• Therapeutic strategies for addressing common complaints and injuries
• Planning your session

This class also includes an introduction to Myofascial release techniques and how to use them to compliment a deep tissue massage.

Credit: 60 hrs.

Fee: $720.00

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2008 Sep 30 - Nov 18, 06:00PM - 10:00PM (Tue, Thu) [OPEN] Sign Up

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Full Description

This program is designed to provide the student with the knowledge and skills to be a Herbal/Nutritional consultant. The hours from this course can also be applied to the Holistic Health Practitioner's program. This program will provide hands on training in the preparation of home care products, such as tinctures, and salves also Medicinal preparations and their uses will be discussed.

We offer 8 - 20 hour sessions to make up our certificate program of 160 hours. You can join the program at any time.

Credit: 20 hrs.

Fee: $240.00

Current Offerings:

2007 Dec 03 - Dec 12, 09:00AM - 01:00PM (Mon, Wed, Fri) [OPEN] Sign Up

2008 Oct 20 - Nov 17, 06:00PM - 10:00PM (Mon) [OPEN] Sign Up

2008 Oct 06 - Oct 15, 09:00AM - 01:00PM (Mon, Wed, Fri) [OPEN] Sign Up

2008 Nov 03 - Nov 12, 09:00AM - 01:00PM (Mon, Wed, Fri) [OPEN] Sign Up

2008 Nov 24 - Dec 22, 06:00PM - 10:00PM (Mon) [OPEN] Sign Up

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Full Description

In this one day workshop you will learn how to give a hot stone massage using specific heated stones, which are placed strategically on points of the body and then used for a deeply relaxing massage.

Credit: 8 hrs.

Fee: $120.00

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2008 Mar 16 - Mar 16, 09:00AM - 06:00PM (Sun) [OPEN] Sign Up

2008 Oct 11 - Oct 11, 09:00AM - 05:30PM (Sat) [OPEN] Sign Up

2008 Dec 13 - Dec 13, 09:00AM - 05:30PM (Sat) [OPEN] Sign Up

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Lomi Lomi Workshop

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Derived from ancient Polynesian and master healers of Hawaii, Lomi Lomi is a nurturing touch which relaxes the entire body and frees restrictions in the muscles. The forearms, elbows, and palms are used to create rhythmical, continuous, and flowing strokes.

Credit: 8 hrs.

Fee: $120.00

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2008 Jan 06 - Jan 06, 09:00AM - 05:30PM (Sun) [OPEN] Sign Up

2008 Feb 16 - Feb 16, 09:00AM - 05:30PM (Sat) [OPEN] Sign Up

2008 May 03 - May 03, 08:00AM - 04:30PM (Sat) [OPEN] Sign Up

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Lymph Drainage Massage

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Lymp Drainage Massage is a technique first developed for the treatment of Lymphedema disease. Experience has shown that it is not only for ill patients, but is also a perfect technique for helping clients to maintain health and improve the beauty of skin and appearance of cellulite.

In this class students will learn to apply this extremely gentle massage in a variety of situations.   

Topics to be covered

• Scientific basis of lymph drainage massage
• History of LDM
• Overview of LDM
• Purpose
• Physiological effects
• Edema, primary and secondary lymphedema
• Indications and contraindications
• Anatomy and physiology of lymphatic system
• Location of lymph nodes
• Drainage pathways and watersheds
• Basic principles of LDM and their scientific basis
• Demonstration and practice of basic techniques
• Step by step outlines of massage treatment for face and neck, four quadrants of the trunk with extremities
• Cellulite massage

Credit: 40 hrs.

Fee: $480.00

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2008 Oct 20 - Nov 19, 06:00PM - 10:00PM (Mon, Wed) [OPEN] Sign Up

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Full Description

During this class students will gain knowledge of the fascial system and a gentle form of stretching and compressions to provide relief from its restrictions and pain.

Credit: 20 hrs.

Fee: $240.00

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2008 Sep 16 - Sep 30, 06:00PM - 10:00PM (Tue, Thu) [OPEN] Sign Up

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Full Description

Pathology is essential to understanding effects, contraindications, and locating endangerment sites. We will also cover how many of these diseases start and present themselves. Also, the physical and psychological aspects for the CMT to know how to proceed in working with different pathologies. This class will show how to apply massage to benefit patients with various diseases and ailments. This class is required if you choose to take the National Certification Examination.

Credit: 50 hrs.

Fee: $600.00

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2008 Oct 21 - Dec 04, 06:00PM - 10:00PM (Tue, Thu) [OPEN] Sign Up

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Pregnancy Massage Workshop

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This class will provide the knowledge needed to perform this gentle massage for the mother to be.

Credit: 16 hrs.

Fee: $200.00

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2008 Oct 25 - Oct 26, 09:00AM - 05:30PM (Sat, Sun) [OPEN] Sign Up

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Raindrop Therapy Workshop

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This technique incorporates Aromatherapy with Reflexology, Massage and moist heat in application of essential oils applied on areas of the body, bringing structural and electrical alignment. Raindrop Therapy is designed to bring balance to the body via relaxing, gentle application. It helps align and clear energy centers of the body without force or deep pressure.

Credit: 5 hrs.

Fee: $75.00

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2007 Dec 02 - Dec 02, 10:00AM - 02:00PM (Sun) [OPEN] Sign Up

2008 Jan 13 - Jan 13, 10:00AM - 02:00PM (Sun) [OPEN] Sign Up

2008 Feb 10 - Feb 10, 09:00AM - 05:30PM (Sun) [OPEN] Sign Up

2008 Jun 22 - Jun 22, 09:00AM - 02:00PM (Sun) [OPEN] Sign Up

2008 Sep 13 - Sep 13, 09:00AM - 02:00PM (Sat) [OPEN] Sign Up

2008 Nov 08 - Nov 08, 09:00AM - 02:00PM (Sat) [OPEN] Sign Up

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Reflexology Workshop

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In this one day workshop you will learn how to give a basic reflexology treatment.

Credit: 8 hrs.

Fee: $120.00

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2008 Apr 12 - Apr 12, 09:00AM - 05:30PM (Sat) [OPEN] Sign Up

2008 Aug 23 - Aug 23, 09:00AM - 05:30PM (Sat) [OPEN] Sign Up

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Reflexology I

Full Description

This course is designed to teach a specific technique that utilizes reflex points on the hands feet and ears. In this class you will learn: History and overview of Reflexology, terminology, anatomy of the hand and foot, foot body relationships, meridian reflexology relationship, common foot and hand problems, relaxation techniques, session sequencing, and specific Reflexology techniques.

Reflexology I focuses on Foot Reflexology

Credit: 50 hrs.

Fee: $600.00

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2008 Sep 23 - Oct 30, 06:00PM - 10:00PM (Tue, Thu) [OPEN] Sign Up

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Full Description

This course is designed to teach a specific technique that utilizes reflex points on the hands feet and ears. In this class you will learn: History and overview of Reflexology, terminology, anatomy of the hand and foot, foot body relationships, meridian reflexology relationship, common foot and hand problems, relaxation techniques, session sequencing, and specific Reflexology techniques.

Reflexology II focuses on Hand and Ear Reflexology

Credit: 50 hrs.

Fee: $600.00

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2008 Nov 04 - Dec 18, 06:00PM - 10:00PM (Tue, Thu) [OPEN] Sign Up

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Full Description

Reiki is an energy healing modality based on ancient Tibetan knowledge rediscovered by the Japanese. Reiki training involves self-growth and transformation.

In Reiki I you will:

• Learn the History of Reiki
• Receive Attunements - being attuned to Reiki gives one the ability to easily access the Reiki (Universal Life Force) energy, for the purpose of healing a person or situation
• 21-Day Cleanse

Credit: 20 hrs.

Fee: $240.00

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2008 Oct 05 - Oct 19, 09:00AM - 05:30PM (Sun) [OPEN] Sign Up

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Reiki II

Full Description

Reiki is an energy healing modality based on ancient Tibetan knowledge rediscovered by the Japanese. Reiki training involves self-growth and transformation.

In Reiki II you will:

• Receive Attunements
• Open the Heart and Heart Chakras Expanding Intuition
• Learn Absent Healing
• Mediatate
• Learn Reiki symbols

Credit: 20 hrs.

Fee: $240.00

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2008 Nov 02 - Nov 16, 09:00AM - 05:30PM (Sun) [OPEN] Sign Up

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Sports Massage - Lower

Full Description

In Sports Massage for the lower body, students will learn sports stretching, pre and post-event massages along with assessment and treatment for various sports injuries.

Credit: 50 hrs.

Fee: $600.00

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2008 Sep 22 - Oct 17, 06:00PM - 10:00PM (Mon, Wed, Fri) [OPEN] Sign Up

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Full Description

Credit: 2 hrs.

Fee: $20.00

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2008 Mar 09 - Mar 09, 10:00AM - 12:00AM (Sun) [OPEN] Sign Up

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Thai I

Full Description

This is a medical massage traditionally practiced by monks in Thailand. Students will learn this unique style of massage which is a combination of Yoga Postures and Shiatsu.

In Thai I you will learn:

History and Ideology

Basic Front and Back Thai pattern

Specific Techniques

Credit: 50 hrs.

Fee: $600.00

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2008 Oct 07 - Nov 13, 09:00AM - 01:00PM (Tue, Thu) [OPEN] Sign Up

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Yoga I

Full Description

Our Yoga Teacher Training Curriculum is carefully organized to give you the most fundamental tools to deepen your practice and be prepared to teach confidently.

The syllabus includes tools to create dynamic Yoga classes with focus on correct alignment and modifications to poses, sequencing and methods of developing safe teaching skills for every style of class. You will learn the physical and mental benefits of each pose with a strong anatomical background, that will allow you to best include them in your therapy. Meditation and Pranayama are taught and practiced in class during the whole course to enable you to explore them without creating more time constraints.

Credit: 100 hrs.

Fee: $1,200.00

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2008 Oct 06 - Dec 17, 08:00AM - 01:00PM (Mon, Wed) [OPEN] Sign Up

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