Oriental Body Balance practitioner Course
diploma
Category: Part-time
Duration: 10 weekends
Oriental body balance,
2a leach lane,
lytham st annes,
Lancashire,
England,
fy8 3ap.
01253 728035
Certificate & Diploma in Oriental Body Balance (Ancient Oriental methods with modern Western researched techniques) The College of Oriental Body Balance offers courses to students with the principals of both Oriental medicine & modern complementary Western medicine, explained in Western and Eastern terms. Our Certificate & Diploma courses are aimed at therapists who are already qualified within another therapy and have anatomy and physiology knowledge and experience. Our qualifications upgrade and enhance the skills you already possess, leading to a fuller understanding of the causes & treatment of a variety of diseases and conditions. To study the Oriental Body Balance diploma course you have two options: 1. OBB10 is 10 modules over weekends usually 1 per month. 2. OBB3 is three levels – Body, Mind and Spirit. Each level is taught over an intensive 7-day period and covers 3 modules. There is then a 2 month gap where at least 2 days clinical experience must be gained within our clinics. At the end of the two months, the student will then spend a further revision day in the clinic. The following day, students will be assessed by completing a practical and theoretical examination at our clinic. Both courses cover exactly the same information. ORIENTAL BODY BALANCE connects the 5 principals of complementary medicine 1. Philosophical systems: Traditional Chinese Medicine 2. Mind body therapies: Physical NLP & muscle testing 3. Medicinal therapies: Nutritional support and food & vitamin testing 4. Manual therapies: Tuina massage – Mobilisation – Spinal adjustment Acupressure – Repatterning – Anmo Fu – Cupping 5. Bioenergetic therapies: Qi Gung – Cranial Balancing The OBB courses are modular covering both theory & practical application. Time is given between each course and its exam for consolidation of skills, knowledge and understanding (including case studies). Including continuous support from study groups & tutors. Each level covers aspects of both physical & emotional diagnosis and treatment. OBB3 Diploma: levels are split and taught as follows: LEVEL 1 = Oriental BODY balance: Muscle balance & enhancement – Joint evaluation & correction – Spinal diagnosis and treatment – Lymphatic blockage & clearing – TCM theories & massage LEVEL 2 = Oriental MIND balance: Pelvic ligament balance – Deep organ massage – Candida & its effects – Stress & its physical damage – Cupping & moxibustion – Eyes, mind & body connection. LEVEL 3 = Oriental Spirit balance: Qi Gung (Energy) treatment – Cranial Sacral Balancing – Western & Eastern pathology – TCM Pulse & Tongue diagnosis Entry requirements: Qualification in a hands-on therapy including anatomy & physiology The course cover aspects of applied classical Chinese massage, pre and post therapeutic muscle tests and treatment protocols, diagnosis using tests, palpation skills, and Traditional Chinese Medicine pulse & tongue. Cranial evaluation and phobic response are also examined. Your investment for each level is £750. Plus an extra £50 examination fee A £250 deposit is required to secure your place on the course, as number are restricted, along with completion of the Enrolment form and a signature on the Terms and Conditions form. The balance of each module is payable at the start of each module. OBB10 Diploma: This includes all the modules listed below but in a continuous flow through the year, with just one final exam in Module 10 Your investment for the entire course is just £2200. Including your deposit A £200 deposit is required to secure your place on the course, as number are restricted, along with completion of the Enrolment form and a signature on the Terms and Conditions form. Please send all deposits & enrolment forms to To: The Registrar College of Oriental Body Balance 2a Leach Lane Lytham St Annes Lancs FY8 3AP The modules for these courses have been laid out for your perusal on the following pages to allow you to see the depth of your education. Enjoy the course! Course dates & Locations OBB3 Dates: Lancashire Body Module 27 February – 5 March 2006 – Intensive Study 6 May 2006 – Revision Day 7 May 2006 – Practical & Theoretical examinations Mind Module 3-9 July 2006 – Intensive Study 9 September 2006 – Revision Day 10 September 2006 – Practical & Theoretical examinations Spirit Module 6-12 November 2006 – Intensive Study 13 January 2007 – Revision Day 14 January 2007– Practical & Theoretical examinations As yet we have not set our dates and locations for Yorkshire and the Midlands All days till start at 10am and conclude at 5pm OBB10 Lancashire: 1-2 April 06 13-14 May 06 3-4 June 06 1-2 July 06 2-3 September 06 30/9 + 1 October 06 4-5 November 06 2-3 December 06 20-21 January 07 10-11 February 07 As yet we have not set our dates and locations for Yorkshire and the Midlands Oriental Body Balance Course Content (Ancient Oriental methods with modern Western techniques) LEVEL 1 The Body Module 1 Muscle & Lymphatic imbalance Muscle testing as a diagnostic tool Muscle enhancement techniques Lymphatic reflex points relating to specific muscle and organ imbalance Chinese Meridian flow, position and muscular influence Neurologic disorganisation: How imbalance affects both our mind & body Lymphatic evaluation and clearance techniques Module 2 Chinese Physical Therapy (Classical TUINA) Oriental medicine Theories - Yin & Yang / Zang Fu Organs / Five Elements Contra-Indications to Massage Massage & Mobilisation Techniques Acupressure points and indications Muscle tests Review of module 1 Module 3 Spinal Mechanics Spinal theories including relationship & position (Law of the Flexible Rod / Spinal Balance testing / Lovett Brother Relationships / Body Language) Fixations & Subluxations: Vertebrae positions and how they affect muscle & organ balance Interlocking Procedure. Sacral Float & Massage techniques Muscle Tests for spinal mechanics: Gaits – Pitch – Roll – Yaw Sacrum and Occiput Relationship Module 3a: Revision & exam LEVEL 2 The Mind Module 4 Anmo Fu – TCM diagnosis theories Acupressure point stimulation for muscle and organ imbalance Anmo Fu (deep organ massage) / Organ - Emotion Relationship Ileocecal valve, candida and its effects on the mind & body. Muscle tests / Piriformis Stretch / Anchoring / Sacral fixation Treatment & release Module 5 Body Balance – Cupping & Moxibustion The Body’s Centre of Gravity / the Pelvis – Challenging Ligament integrity Acupressure for the upper limbs and shoulder Shock absorbency / muscle tests Traditional Chinese Medicine Cupping & Moxibustion Repatterning muscular and ligament imbalance Module 6 Stress & repatterning Stress – Fight or Flight / Heart and Pericardium Channels Acupressure points for stress – Head & Body Eyes in distortion – thought patterns and trauma Swish pattern & Samato release techniques Emotional Stress Relief Module 6a: Revision & exam LEVEL 3 The Spirit Module 7 Cranial Balancing Eight Cranial Bones and their Attachments Balancing the Bones and Qi Flows Challenging the Occiput – Occipital C1, C2, C3 Releases Dura Matter and Attachments / C.S.F. / 4th Ventricle Compression Technique Muscle tests for cranial imbalance and release techniques Module 8 Medical diagnosis theories – OBB application Traditional Chinese Medicine: Tongue and Pulse diagnosis theories Common diseases & conditions Conventional & Oriental medicine diagnosis & pathology Oriental Body Balance clinical application Review of all modules Module 9 Qi Balance – Ligament torsions Balancing Organs (Kidney & Liver) Thoracic cavity, Diaphragm & 12th rib release Sternum, 1st rib & shoulder release Foot & Ankle, Knee, Sacral iliac & ASIS release Qi Balancing through Tan tien Module 9a Revision & Examination Oriental Body Balance Course Description Module 1: Neurological dysfunction: When a person is healthy, muscles function in a predictable manner. Sometimes the central nervous system injuries. Stimulation to specific points can quickly clear this muscular disorganisation and switch the mind onto maximum awareness and ability. Muscle testing: Evaluation of muscle strength and ability to diagnose structural imbalance, skeletal & ligament torsions and internal organ dysfunction. Lymphatic reflex points: Located around the body, they have a direct impact on muscular stamina, weakness & recovery, immune system function and general health. Chinese Meridian flow: Lines of energy flowing around the body that have a direct influence on the flow of blood, body fluids, muscles and internal organs. Used in Acupuncture and acupressure. Module 2: Theories: 5000 years of standard Oriental medicine theories on the how and what makes the bodywork and how to diagnose its failures. Massage & Mobilisation: Traditional Oriental massage techniques that enhance muscle function, move blood & body fluid. Joint mobilisation techniques for ligament balance and correct muscle function. Acupressure: Finger, knuckle & elbow stimulation & point location on the meridians for pain relief, muscle dysfunction, illness & internal disorders. Muscle tests: Adductors Trapezius Gluteus Max Abdominals Module 3: Theories of the spine: How the spine works and its dysfunctions. Body Language: Observation and understanding spinal dysfunctions from movement. Fixations: Diagnosing spinal fixations from muscle testing. Muscle tests: Challenging walking patterns, turning and twisting. Sacrum & Occiput: How the two ends of the spine balance each other. Sacral float: An energy technique to release ligament torsions in the spine and pelvis. Module 4: Acupressure: Stimulation of meridian points for conditions affecting Stomach/Spleen, Liver/Gall Bladder, Kidney/Urinary Bladder, the pelvis and lower limbs. Anmo Fu: Oil based deep massage on the abdomen. Often muscle weakness, body and emotional disorders are caused by internal organ dysfunction. This can be caused by torsions in the abdomen affecting normal peristaltic, blood & body fluid movements. Muscle tests: Biceps Triceps Sartorius Piriformis Rhomboids Piriformis stretch: Called freeing off the dragons tail. As the Piriformis is involved in the body’s centre of gravity, it is often found to be under strain. This simple technique often frees spinal conditions and the whole pelvis in one go. Anchoring: A technique that raises the body’s natural immune system awareness to the therapist’s diagnostic discoveries, dramatically boosting treatment impacted and recovery times. Sacral fixation: Double leg mobilisation to release a fixation. Module 5: The Body’s Centre of Gravity: How the Sacrum and pelvic bowl is fundamental to every function in the body. Challenging: By using a strong muscle, specific ligaments, joints and organs can be challenged (stretched, pushed and pulled) to help with a complete diagnosis of that particular problem area. Ileocecal valve: Located between small & large intestine, it has a dramatic impact on bowel conditions; IBS, diarrhoea etc, headaches and predicable muscle weakness leading to injury and back problems. Shock absorbency: Challenging ligament balance of the joints and spine to react to impact effects causing muscular pain, strain and injuries. Muscle tests: Quadratus Lumborum, Illiacus, Neck flexors & extensors, popliteus Cupping & Moxibustion: Glass jars are use as an aid to massage. By creating a vacuum the jars can be applied to the body where they stimulate blood & body fluid movement, muscular stimulation and internal organ function. Burning a herb over particular acupuncture points and injury sites to stimulated body functions and immune systems response. Acupressure: Point locations & techniques for the upper limbs and shoulder complaints. Module 6 Stress: How the functions of stress affect the body, how its long-term effects cause disorders (bowels, muscles, sciatica etc). Eyes in distortion: How the eye position is related to physical and emotional trauma and its effect on muscular balance and performance. Swish & Samato: Simple but dramatic techniques of releasing and removing the effects of stress on the body. Emotional stress release: Acupressure points for calming and removing stress. Repatterning: A technique of resetting nervous, muscular and ligament balance of the body. Realigning sacro-iliac and dural torsion after trauma, disease and injury. Module 7 Cranial Balancing: How the cranial system impacts all functions of the body. Cranial/Sacral balancing techniques. Challenging the cranial system with muscle tests. Module 8 Tongue and Pulse diagnosis: Understanding the ancient Chinese theories of internal disturbance leading to a multitude of conditions. Treating pain & disease: Acupuncture techniques & needle locations for a variety of conditions. Safety & Security: Procedures for the use of acupuncture. Module 9 Balancing Organs: (Qi Gung) Sometimes the body cannot let go of injuries, trauma and internal problems by hands on therapy only (massage, mobilisation and even acupuncture). Here we learn to use powerful energy techniques to release muscle & ligament spasm, bone torsions and organ dysfunction. Module 10 Full revision of course contents & final exam for recognition by the Federation of Holistic Therapists. Qualifications attained Oriental Body Balance Course After the completion and qualification of each module, you will receive a certificate recognising qualification in this module. Upon completion of all three levels you will receive a Diploma in Oriental Body Balance from The College of Oriental Body Balance. You will be able to use the initials Dip.OBB. (Diploma in Oriental Body Balance) after your name. Once qualified, you be eligible to register with [The Federation of Holistic Therapists (“FHT”)]. Upon registration you can then use the initials [ ] after your name and you will be offered Clinical Practice Public Indemnity Insurance if necessary. Additionally you will become an associate of [The Academy of Oriental Medicine]. Along with other benefits this also enters your practice details on our database for any public enquiries. We continually run Post Graduate courses in many areas of medicine please contact us to be updated. Enrolment Form To: The Registrar College of Oriental Body Balance 2a Leach Lane Lytham St Annes Lancs FY8 3AP Surname _____________________________________________(Mr/Mrs/Miss/Ms) (Please delete as appropriate) Forename(s) _______________________________________________________________ Address __________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________ Postcode ________________ Signature __________________________________ Date of Birth _________________ Telephone (Day) ________________________ (Evening) ___________________________ Occupation ________________________ Course _________________________________ (Please complete and return with your signed Terms and Conditions form) ========================================================================= STANDING ORDER FORM (Please complete and hand to your bank if paying by instalments) Bank/Building Society Name __________________________________________________ Branch _____________________________ Address ______________________________ ______________________________________ Postcode ___________________________ Sort Code_____/_____/_____ Start Date ____/____/_____ (Six figure number in top right hand corner of cheque book) Account Name _____________________________Account Number __________________ Please pay __________________ equal monthly instalments of £____________________ (insert number) (insert amount) Pay to: College of Oriental Body Balance Ltd HSBC Bank 11 St Annes Road West St Annes On Sea Lancs FY8 1SA Account No: 51406124 Sort Code: 40-40-02 Quote Ref No: (For office use only) Signed ___________________________________________ Date _____________ Terms and Conditions Please read the following carefully then sign, date and return the document with your application. 1. The College of Oriental Body Balance (“the College”) reserves all 'copyright' of the materials supplied for the course and must not be reproduced in any way except with the explicit written agreement of the College. 2. No student may subsequently utilise course material by infringing the College’s copyright either before or after qualifying. 3. The College reserves the right to make changes to course material, dates and locations of training. 4. Upon enrolling on the course the student must promise not to set himself/herself up as a practitioner until the course has been completed and the relevant assessment by the governing body has been passed. 5. Deposits are non-refundable. 6. No enrolment is accepted unless this form is completed, signed and sent, together with the appropriate remittance. Cheques should be made payable to ‘College of Oriental Body Balance Ltd’. 7. Cancellations will only be accepted before one month prior to the commencement of the course. This will be the official start date of the course notified to you in writing. The College will refund any monies paid less the deposit and an administration fee. 8. Should a student decide to leave the course early for any reason, fees will be refunded where paid in advance at the discretion of the College less the deposit and an administration fee. 9. Course fees are set. You cannot take the final examination unless course fees are paid in full, whether you have attended all the lectures or not. 10. Accommodation in the UK is the sole responsibility of the student. 11. Enrolment indicates acceptance of these Terms and Conditions. Signed ………………………………………………. Date ……………………………….
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St Annes: 1/4/06
Rochdale: 15/7/06
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