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TAI CHI QIGONG TRAINER and TAI CHI QIGONG THERAPIST PROGRAMME

A new programme leading to the Taiji Qigong Therapist Certificate. The programme focuses on health and regeneration, based on the theory of Traditional Chinese Medicine and the experiential principles and practices of Qigong. Students have the opportunity to qualify as a Taiji Qigong Trainer on completion of the first two modules.

The comprehensive nature of the programme means that there is no prior knowledge is required of Traditional Chinese Medicine or Daoist Energetics, the programme is open to anyone with an interest in healing.

You will learn the fundamentals of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Daoist Energetics, and from the outset of the programme you will be taught how to manage the process of getting the best out of your own energetic system. In healing yourself you become equipped to heal others

Course Format

The Programme is taught over 16 months beginning in March of each year. Each course intake is limited to 20 students. Applications for 2009 are open now.

Teaching takes place in seminars of two and three days in length, once a month in Cumbria. To see calendar dates for 2009/10 intake click here.

Between courses participants will be given home study which will include written work and reading as well as experiential practice, and will be expected to develop a practice routine and produce a log of progress.

Application

Formal qualifications are not required however the intent to study is essential. Each applicant is assessed and interviewed on a personal basis. Please contact us to request your application from, available by email or by post.

Aim

The aim of the programme is to provide you with the knowledge and confidence with which to teach others how to stay healthy and to aid the therapeutic healing process in yourself and others.

Objectives

At the end of the course you will have a sound understanding of the theory and practice of Traditional Chinese Medicine in an holistic context.

This means:

Theoretical knowledge acquired through study and research
Practical awareness of the healing powers of Taiji Qigong acquired through training and practice
Practical diagnostic and application techniques for facilitating healing in yourself and others.

Skills that will be acquired during the programme:

Contemplation
Balancing internal and external energies
Listening to the body
Feeling through energetic tissue massage
Stillness in Movement
Understanding the process of healing through structural connectivity
Creativity
Healing

Programme Modules

a. Traditional Chinese Medicine Theory

This module gives comprehensive coverage of the foundation principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine, and relates those principles to the process of Qigong Therapeutic Healing.

b. Essential Principles of Taiji Qigong Healing

This module covers Taiji Qigong theory and practical Daoist concepts of energy cultivation. Participants will study Posture, Breath and Intention (Yi), and their relationship to practical self healing systems which tonify, purge, and circulate energy through the body. Here the focus is on the concept of 'healer heal thyself', using the correct application of Taiji Qigong theory and practice to strengthen our external and internal selves.

c.Identification and Treatment of Energetic Imbalances

This module allows students to become proficient in the principles and practice of energetic diagnosis and treatment techniques for application with patients/clients.

d. Healing Techniques of Taiji Qigong

This module studies various illnesses and imbalances from a Traditional Chinese Medicine and Daoist Energetic perspective, and how as a therapist you would set about using your knowledge to aid the healing process. Participants will also spend some time looking at the relationship to health of diet and lifestyle.

Assessment

Assessment will be based on the following components:

Regular short written reviews on manageable sections of theory
Qigong practice diary
Individual assessment of foundation posture work
Regular individual therapeutic reviews
Case studies of work with clients.

After the first two modules you can be assessed for a Trainer certificate. Participants will graduate as a Therapist on completion of all elements of the modules outlined above, and will then receive the relevant certification and insurance.

UKTQF Education and Training Policy

We provide a professional training programme to graduate practitioners of the highest quality, who are able to take personal responsibility for their actions, and who have the capacity for self-reflection and continuous personal and professional development.

We do this by creating a positive learning environment with:

1. Instructors who are not only appropriately qualified but are experienced in their field of expertise;
2. Learning resources, support and welfare;
3. The provision of clearly defined objectives in a framework which makes them attainable
4. A participant centred approach;
5. A clear record of the progress of each participant, with comments, to which participants have access;
6. Clear assessment criteria and methodology on which assessments are made;
7. Regular assessment and monitoring of performance, which ensure that any issues are dealt with in the appropriate manner;
8. Fun!

Programme Dates - 2009 Intake

2009
Thurs-Sat    19-21 March
Fri/Sat         24/25 April
Thurs-Sat    22-24 May
Fri/Sat         26/27 June
Thurs-Sat    23-25 July
Fri/Sat         25/26 Sept
Thurs-Sat    22-24 Oct
Fri/Sat         27/28 Nov
2010
Thurs-Sat    25-27 Feb
Fri/Sat         26/27 March
Thurs-Sat    22-24 April
Fri/Sat         21/22 May
Thurs-Sat    24-26 June

Programme Fees

The fees are £2800, and will cover all teaching, assessment and class notes.
There is payment plan available on request.
An early booking discounted price of £2400 is available for places paid in full by November 31st prior to programme start in March.
An initial non-refundable deposit of £280 is required to confirm a place on the programme

Small print

Each day will be from 10.00-16.00 with lunch and tea breaks. Accomodation is available in the local area. Details on application.

Students are expected to attend all seminars and in any event 85% attendance is mandatory for qualification.

Programme fees are due in full by January 31st prior to Programme start in March, or by November 31st to qualify for the early booking discount. You will understand that Programme fees are non-refundable in the event of non-attendance, cancellation by the student or failure to graduate. Our guarantee to you is that all seminars will be staffed and taught to the highest standards. In the unlikely event that we have to cancel a seminar we will re-arrange with minimum disruption to training.