Learn to use gentle, compassionate (Ren ) touch on Acupressure points and free the natural, joyous flow of healing energy that is in all of us. Traumatic experiences (physical, mental or emotional) can create blockages in the healthy flow of our energies. These blockages may become “stored” in the Body/Mind/Spirit. Healthy Qi flowing through our body's points and meridians can loosen and free these blockages, promoting healing and allowing our Spirit (Shen) to flourish. Our Shen is the source of our enthusiasm, our vitality, and the “sparkle” in our eyes and affect.

According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, the Heart not only propels Blood, but also Governs the Shen - our ability to be creative, spontaneous, intuitive, and positively engaged in life. Acupressure, when practiced with a light compassionate touch, deep breathing, appropriate exercise and nutrition, can help develop Shen. Cultivating body awareness through lightly working acupressure points can provide a release of blocked emotions, provide healing for the Heart, encourage spontaneity and open the deep wells of our creative spirit. Allow your heart to express more clearly through your hands and your healing work.

• 5 Primary Classes
  
• 2 Elective Classes
  
• 2 ABT Theory Class
  
• 1 Advanced Anatomy Class
  
• 1 Apprenticeship Training Class
  

• 7 Primary Classes
  
• 4 Elective Classes
  
• 2 ABT Theory Class
  
• 1 Advanced Anatomy Class
  
• 1 Apprenticeship Training Class
  

7 Required Primary Classes

ABT Test Preparation • Advanced Five Elements • Advanced Meridians (any from the series) • Assessment & Applications I, II • Balancing the Emotions: Meridians • Body Psychology • The Chakras • Chakra Applications • Emotional Healing • Emotional Release • Healing Imagery 1 • Healing Imagery 2 • Histology • Intuitive Acupressure • NMT for Stretching & Strengthening (any from the series) • Practical Anatomy Introduction • Practical Anatomy (any from the series) • Reiki • Spirit of the Points • Traditional Asian Theory I, II • Touching Spirit I • Touching Spirit, Too!

Choose any 2 Elective Classes

Choose any 4 Elective Classes

Choose 2 Required ABT Theory Class from the following:
• Assessment & Applications I, II
• ABT Test Preparation
• Traditional Asian Theory I, II
• Advanced Five Elements
• Advanced Meridians (any from the series)

Choose 1 Required Advanced Anatomy Class
• Histology
• Practical Anatomy Introduction
• Practical Anatomy (any from the series)
• NMT for Stretching & Strengthening
(any from the series)

1 Apprenticeship Training Class is Required

Additional Program Requirements:
30 Hour Specialization Project
9 Hours Energy Enhancement Classes
10 Hours Clinical Practice Sessions
10 Clinical Case Studies
1 Hour Project Consultation
1 Hour Final Evaluation