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Introduction to Equine or Small Animal Acupressure - Gilbert, AZ - Feb. 12 (6 - 9pm) 13 (9 - 5 pm) & 14 (9 - 5 pm), 2010 |
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This course offers you the ability to perform a complete acupressure treatment protocol and an understanding of the Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) concepts and theories underlying acupressure. Since Acupressure is based on TCM, we will explore this ancient science and guide you in learning how to help your animals feel their best. Students studying either Equine or Small Animal Acupressure may attend this course. There are no prerequisites to this course. This class is now full
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cost $375.00 |
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Meridians & Specific Conditions 1&2 - Gilbert, AZ - Feb 15 - 18 (9 - 5 pm each day), 2010 |
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This course is divided into two sections so that we can cover 6 of the 12 Major Meridians in each section. Following the categorization of the Five-Element Theory, the courses offer greater depth regarding the types of physical and psychological issues presented when particular meridians are not in balance.
Participants will learn: indicators for each of the meridian imbalances; key acupressure points along each of the meridians; and Specific Condition Treatments for each of the 12 Major Meridians and two Extraordinary Vessels. NOTE: These courses are required for the Practitioner Certificate Program. NOTE: There are 2 spaces left in this class |
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cost $725.00 |
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Introduction to Equine Acupressure - Monroe, WI - April 9 (6-9pm), April 10 (9-5pm), April 11 (9-5pm), 2010 |
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This course offers you the ability to perform a complete acupressure treatment protocol and an understanding of the Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) concepts and theories underlying acupressure. Since Acupressure is based on TCM, we will explore this ancient science and guide you in learning how to help your animals feel their best. Students studying Equine Acupressure may attend this course. There are no prerequisites to this course.
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cost $375.00 |
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Introduction to Equine Acupressure - Austin, TX - April 9 (6-9pm), April 10 (9-5pm), April 11 (9-5pm), 2010 |
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This course offers you the ability to perform a complete acupressure treatment protocol and an understanding of the Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) concepts and theories underlying acupressure. Since Acupressure is based on TCM, we will explore this ancient science and guide you in learning how to help your animals feel their best. Students studying Equine Acupressure may attend this course. There are no prerequisites to this course.
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cost $375.00 |
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Introduction to Equine or Small Animal Acupressure - Pittstown, NJ - April 25 (6 - 9pm) 26 (9 - 5 pm) & 27 (9 - 5 pm), 2010 |
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This course offers you the ability to perform a complete acupressure treatment protocol and an understanding of the Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) concepts and theories underlying acupressure. Since Acupressure is based on TCM, we will explore this ancient science and guide you in learning how to help your animals feel their best. Students studying either Equine or Small Animal Acupressure may attend this course. There are no prerequisites to this course.
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cost $375.00 |
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Equine Acupressure Level 2 - Hocking College, Nelsonville, OH - May 7 (pm) 8 & 9, 2010 |
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This courses 'puts it all together' Students will learn: indicators for each of the meridian imbalances; key acupressure points along each of the meridians; and Specific Condition Treatments for each of the 12 Major Meridians and two Extraordinary Vessels. Case studies, incorporating hands-on and classroom work give students the opportunity to practice their acupressure skills. The Practical part of the course has students reviewing meridians, point locations & energetics, completing a full treatment, in preparation for their completion of study.
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cost $395.00 |
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Introduction to Small Animal Acupressure - Elkhart, Indiana - May 21 (6-9pm), 22 (9-5), 23 (9-5), 2010 |
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This course offers you the ability to perform a complete acupressure treatment protocol and an understanding of the Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) concepts and theories underlying acupressure.
Since Acupressure is based on TCM, we will explore this ancient science and guide you in learning how to help your animals feel their best.Students studying either Equine or Small Animal Acupressure may attend this course. There are no prerequisites to this course.
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cost $375.00 |
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Introduction to Equine or Small Animal Acupressure - Larkspur, CO - June 11 (6 - 9pm) 12 (9 - 5 pm) & 13 (9 - 5 pm), 2010 |
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This course offers you the ability to perform a complete acupressure treatment protocol and an understanding of the Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) concepts and theories underlying acupressure. Since Acupressure is based on TCM, we will explore this ancient science and guide you in learning how to help your animals feel their best. Students studying either Equine or Small Animal Acupressure may attend this course. There are no prerequisites to this course.
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cost $375.00 |
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Meridians & Specific Conditions 1&2 - Larkspur, CO - June 14-17 (9 - 5 pm each day), 2010 |
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This course is divided into two sections so that we can cover 6 of the 12 Major Meridians in each section. Following the categorization of the Five-Element Theory, the courses offer greater depth regarding the types of physical and psychological issues presented when particular meridians are not in balance.
Participants will learn: indicators for each of the meridian imbalances; key acupressure points along each of the meridians; and Specific Condition Treatments for each of the 12 Major Meridians and two Extraordinary Vessels. NOTE: These courses are required for the Practitioner Certificate Program.
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cost $725.00 |
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IMA Seminar (Integrated Massage & Acupressure) - Caring for Equine Tendon & Ligament Conditions - Larkspur, CO - July 15-16, 2010 |
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Tallgrass Animal Acupressure Institute (TgAAI) and the Northwest School of Animal Massage (NWSAM) are collaborating on a unique course for both equine massage and acupressure participants and practitioners. We will be addressing equine issues from both an Eastern and Western perspective and developing integrated massage and acupressure session plans. Participants will see and hear how the two top schools approach different equine conditions. There will be hands-on exercises and lots of interactive discussion. This course will fulfill 20 hours of the elective requirement for Tallgrass participants and CEs for NCBTMB.
This IMA course will expand your viewpoint as well as your treatment options!
NOTE: Prerequisites: This course is open to Tallgrass students who have completed 150 hours of acupressure training in the following courses; the hands on classes, Intro to Acupressure and Meridians & Specific Conditions 1&2, as well as the online classes, Overview of TCM and Meridian Theory. NWSAM students who have completed the LAMP100 program (150 hours) are eligible for this class as well. If you are a graduate of another program and wish to sign up, please submit your transcript to be considered for the class.
Cost: $395 if enrolled before April 15th, after that $425.
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cost $395.00 |
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Canine Pathology Course - Larkspur, CO - July 17 & 18, 2010 |
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Taught by Dr Jim Friedly, the Canine Pathology course provides an overview of common canine pathologies. Dr Friedly will discuss each pathology and include a description of the issue, its clinical signs, treatment patterns and information on prevention. This course provides canine bodyworkers with additional tools and information to help them assess the dog and recognize conditions requiring immediate veterinarian attention. Live demonstrations of canine handling and safety procedures are included in this course.
Please note: To veterinarians enrolled in the Tallgrass Animal Acupressure Certification Program, you are not required to take this class since many of these topics were covered in vet school. However if you would like to take the class for review, you can do so at half off the listed price. NOTE: The Canine Pathology Course is offered as an online and hands-on course. Participants taking both the online and hands-on lab courses will have the opportunity to reinforce their knowledge of common canine pathologies, vital canine health signs, dental issues and much more. The lab and online courses are designed to complement each other. If both Canine Pathology courses are taken, the cost of the 2nd course is 1/2 price, or $175.00
A Certificate of Completion for 30 LUs or 20 CE hours is available after successfully completing the course final examination. Fees: Hands-on Course – $350.00.
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cost $350.00 |
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Fascial Energetics - Equine & Canine - Larkspur, CO - July 19-20, 2010 |
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Taught by Mike Scott of Equine Massage/Muscle Therapy. The class will focus on myofascial holds and techniques designed to add something different and helpful to the acupressure practitioners tool bag. More information coming soon
NOTE: This course is an advanced level and participants need to have completed the Introductory and Intermediate Tallgrass courses, or their equivalent, prior to registration.
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cost $350.00 |
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Acupoint Energetics and Landmark Anatomy - Equine or Small Animal - Larkspur, CO - August 9-10, 2010 |
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This course presents a systematic approach to learning the anatomical landmarks necessary for locating acupressure points on horses. Emphasis is placed on the location of major bones, joints, tendons, muscles, and ligaments. Upon completion, participants are able to use anatomical language, locate points using anatomical landmarks and know the function and energetics of specific acupoints. A certificate of Completion for 30 Plus or 20 CE hours is available after successful passing the unit quizzes and final examination online. Note: This course is offered both online and hands-on. Practitioner Certificate Program Participants are required to complete both.
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cost $350.00 |
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Indicators & Assessment - Larkspur, CO - August 11-12, 2010 |
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Participants learn the basics of how to identify imbalances of yin and yang in an animal and understand how Chi functions along with how exogenous, emotional and other pathogenic factors that can cause imbalances. The course offers an overview of methods used to assess patterns of disharmony including the Yin-Yang Theory, Four Examinations, Eight Principles, and Zang-Fu Theory, Pulses, and Tongue Assessment. This course requires reading assigned texts prior to attending the course and successful completion of an introductory course. A Certificate of Completion for 30 LUs or 16 CE hours is available after successfully passing an Open-Book, Take-Home Examination.
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cost $350.00 |
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Review & Study Day - Larkspur, CO - August 13, 2010 |
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This day is devoted to student review of Acupoints - location and energetics; Meridians - function & location; TCM concepts and theory. During the first half of the day concept lectures are provided with the second half of the day spent in hands-on review.
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cost $75.00 |
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Practicum & Blue Book Exam - Equine or Small Animal - Larkspur, CO - August 14, 2010 |
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1/2 Day / Hands-on & Written Exam Prerequisite: 300 LUs or 164 CE hours of course work. The Practicum is the culmination of the Practitioner Certification Program. It is an opportunity to integrate all that has been learned in the previous courses and demonstrate a level of competency in: assessment of animal issues and conditions; developing a treatment plan based on knowledge and understanding of Traditional Chinese Medicine theory and application; and, performance of acupressure treatments on either horses or dogs. The intent is to have participants continue to learn and share knowledge with other participants and the instructors. The instructors will evaluate each participant individually regarding theoretical knowledge and direct application of acupressure. The instructors are responsible for determining the participant’s competency level and designation of a Practitioner Certification. Upon successful completion, participants receive their Tallgrass Equine or Small Animal Practitioner Certification, which qualifies as a certificate of achievement in the field of animal acupressure, and which allows them to sit for the NBCAAM.
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cost $275.00 |
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Introduction to Small Animal Acupressure - Toronto, Ontario - Sept 10 (6 - 9pm) 11 (9 - 5 pm) & 12 (9 - 5 pm), 2010 |
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This course offers you the ability to perform a complete acupressure treatment protocol and an understanding of the Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) concepts and theories underlying acupressure. Since Acupressure is based on TCM, we will explore this ancient science and guide you in learning how to help your animals feel their best. Students studying Small Animal Acupressure may attend this course. There are no prerequisites to this course.
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cost $375.00 |
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Meridians & Specific Conditions 1&2 - Small Animal only - Toronto, Ontario - September 13-16, (9 - 5 pm each day), 2010 |
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This course is divided into two sections so that we can cover 6 of the 12 Major Meridians in each section. Following the categorization of the Five-Element Theory, the courses offer greater depth regarding the types of physical and psychological issues presented when particular meridians are not in balance.
Participants will learn: indicators for each of the meridian imbalances; key acupressure points along each of the meridians; and Specific Condition Treatments for each of the 12 Major Meridians and two Extraordinary Vessels. NOTE: These courses are required for the Practitioner Certificate Program.
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cost $725.00 |
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Introduction to Equine or Small Animal Acupressure - Bowral, NSW, Australia - October 2-3, 2010 |
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This course offers you the ability to perform a complete acupressure treatment protocol and an understanding of the Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) concepts and theories underlying acupressure. Since Acupressure is based on TCM, we will explore this ancient science and guide you in learning how to help your animals feel their best.Students studying Equine or Small Animal Acupressure may attend this course. There are no prerequisites to this course.
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cost $385.00 |
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Meridians & Specific Conditions 1 & 2 - Equine or Small Animal Acupressure - Bowral, NSW, Australia - October 4-7, 2010 |
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This course is divided into two sections so that we can cover 6 of the 12 Major Meridians in each section. Following the categorization of the Five-Element Theory, the courses offer greater depth regarding the types of physical and psychological issues presented when particular meridians are not in balance. Participants will learn: indicators for each of the meridian imbalances; key acupressure points along each of the meridians; and Specific Condition Treatments for each of the 12 Major Meridians and two Extraordinary Vessels. NOTE: These courses are required for the Practitioner Certificate Program. |
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cost $735.00 |
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Indicators & Assessment - Bowral, NSW, Australia - October 9-10, 2010 |
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Participants learn the basics of how to identify imbalances of yin and yang in an animal and understand how Chi functions along with how exogenous, emotional and other pathogenic factors that can cause imbalances. The course offers an overview of methods used to assess patterns of disharmony including the Yin-Yang Theory, Four Examinations, Eight Principles, and Zang-Fu Theory, Pulses, and Tongue Assessment. This course requires reading assigned texts prior to attending the course and successful completion of an introductory course. A Certificate of Completion for 30 LUs or 16 CE hours is available after successfully passing an Open-Book, Take-Home Examination. |
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cost $360.00 |
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Review & Study Day - Bowral, NSW, Australia - October 11, 2010 |
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This day is devoted to student review of Acupoints - location and energetics; Meridians - function & location; TCM concepts and theory. During the first half of the day concept lectures are provided with the second half of the day spent in hands-on review. |
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cost $85.00 |
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Practicum & Blue Book Exam - Equine or Small Animal - Bowral, NSW, Australia - October 12, 2010 |
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1/2 Day / Hands-on & Written Exam Prerequisite: 300 LUs or 164 CE hours of course work. The Practicum is the culmination of the Practitioner Certification Program. It is an opportunity to integrate all that has been learned in the previous courses and demonstrate a level of competency in: assessment of animal issues and conditions; developing a treatment plan based on knowledge and understanding of Traditional Chinese Medicine theory and application; and, performance of acupressure treatments on either horses or dogs. The intent is to have participants continue to learn and share knowledge with other participants and the instructors. The instructors will evaluate each participant individually regarding theoretical knowledge and direct application of acupressure. The instructors are responsible for determining the participant’s competency level and designation of a Practitioner Certification. Upon successful completion, participants receive their Tallgrass Equine or Small Animal Practitioner Certification, which qualifies as a certificate of achievement in the field of animal acupressure, and which allows them to sit for the NBCAAM. |
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cost $285.00 |
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Equine Acupressure Level 1 - Hocking College, Nelsonville, OH - Oct 29 (pm) 30 & 31, 2010 |
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This course offers you the ability to perform a complete acupressure treatment protocol and an understanding of the Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) concepts and theories underlying acupressure.
There are no prerequisites to this course.
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cost $395.00 |
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