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Learn
how to apply acupressure and neuro-muscular trigger points for relieving
pain. Discover how to enhance an athlete's performance, increase
muscle tone and physical endurance. Learn stretches, points and
bodywork skills for warm-ups before an athletic event and warm-down
routines for after strenuous exercise. Discover how Asian bodywork
can give athletes the competitive edge and how these ancient techniques
can be a vital treatment for enhancing sport medicine. Learn specific
acupressure points and hands-on techniques for relieving injuries,
the theory behind this ancient healing art and specific pains in
the body. The Acupressure Institute's 150-hour Basic training or
the completion of a bodywork program is a prerequisite.
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200 Hour
Program Class Requirements Overview
- 5 Primary Classes
- 2 Elective Classes
- 2 ABT Theory Class
- 1 Advanced Anatomy Class
- 1 Apprenticeship Training Class
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250 Hour
Program Class Requirements Overview
- 7 Primary Classes
- 4 Elective Classes
- 2 ABT Theory Class
- 1 Advanced Anatomy Class
- 1 Apprenticeship Training Class
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5 Required Primary Classes
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7 Required Primary Classes
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ABT Test Preparation • Acupressure First Aid • Advanced Five Elements • Advanced Meridians (any from the series) • Arthritis Relief • Assessment & Applications I, II • Chi Gung for Bodyworkers • Counseling Skills • Craniosacral Therapy • Emotional Release • Healing Imagery I • Healing Imagery II • Histology • Integrated Nutrition: East Meets West • Major Medical Disorders • Moxa, Cupping, & Magnets • NMT for Stretching & Strengthening (any from the series) • Practical Anatomy Introduction • Practical Anatomy (any from the series) • Practical Treatment Points • Reflexology & Acupressure • Reiki • Thai Massage for the Belly • Thai Massage: Front & Back • Thai Massage: Sides & Seated • Traditional Asian Theory I, II • Zen Shiatsu for Common Complaints
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Choose any 2 Elective Classes
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Choose any 4 Elective Classes
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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
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