Shiatsu Therapy Extension Certificate

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NEW! The Shiatsu Therapy program is now an accredited Discipline through the Natural Health Practitioners of Canada (NHPC).

Become a Certified Shiatsu Practitioner. Shiatsu therapy is a non-invasive manual therapy that stimulates the body’s inherent ability to heal itself. The therapy involves the systematic application of pressure to different points on the soft tissues of the body.

Shiatsu therapy treatments help relieve stress and pain as well as improve muscle, organ and joint function. Be able to use and practise each technique as it is learned and gain a comprehensive understanding of the body’s energy meridians.

Shiatsu therapy is a highly respected form of physical therapy in Japan that is now becoming well known internationally. It utilizes acupressure points in addition to a wider range of hands-on techniques for an effective and inclusive form of somatic therapy.

Earning Your Extension Certificate
Complete the seven courses (390 hours). Levels 1-6 must be taken in sequence. Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology may be taken at any time. Upon completion you will be accredited to practise as a Certified Shiatsu Practitioner.

Explore a Career in Shiatsu Therapy

Shiatsu Therapy Basics
Gain a clear understanding of the value of Shiatsu as an effective therapeutic method. Acquire a solid foundation of the principles of Shiatsu, understand basic acupressure techniques, identify meridians and perform a Shiatsu whole-body sequence.
Note: This course is not part of the certificate program.

Required Courses

Shiatsu Therapy Level 1
Learn the history, principles and foundation of Shiatsu therapy including the Yin/Yang and Ki theories. Integrate treatments and understand the related anatomy, physiology and pathology. Through extensive, supervised hands-on practice, learn basic shiatsu techniques to perform a full body relaxation treatment.

Shiatsu Therapy Level 2   
Explore various aspects of self care practices that are important for Shiatsu therapists and their clients.. Through extensive, supervised hands-on practice, be introduced and treat meridians, explore their locations and individual functions.
Prerequisite: Shiatsu Therapy Level 1.

Shiatsu Therapy Level 3    
Learn and practise meditation skills and recuperative exercises. Through extensive, supervised hands-on practice, learn the theory of kyo/jitsu, Hara (abdominal) treatment and diagnosis and incorporate into hands on treatment.
Prerequisite: Shiatsu Therapy Level 2.

Shiatsu Therapy Level 4    
Explore the code of ethics and client-therapist relationship. Develop effective client interviewing skills for the purpose of assessment, client intake and developing a treatment plan. Within a supervised setting, learn the shiatsu treatment of common ailments as well as meridian stretching and patient self care.
Prerequisite: Shiatsu Therapy Level 3.

Shiatsu Therapy Level 5    
Through supervised hands-on practice, learn shiatsu treatment of various pathologies and explore case scenarios. Meridian stretching will be discussed and performed. Within a supervised setting, complete 20 hours of practice.
Prerequisite: Shiatsu Therapy Level 4.

Shiatsu Therapy Level 6    
Learn and apply the Five Elements theory. Perform treatment strategies and sequence and understand the related anatomy, physiology and pathology for the treatment. Understand how to set up and maintain a successful Shiatsu Therapy practice. Complete 20 hours of treating a variety of zones within a supervised setting.
Prerequisite: Shiatsu Therapy Level 5.

Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology
Explore the structure and functions of the different systems of the human body in health and also during selected pathological conditions.

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