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Diploma of Shiatsu & Oriental Therapies

National Course Code HLT50207. 18 months full time or 36 months part time

This is a comprehensive course covering all aspects of the therapeutic use of shiatsu. Graduates of the Diploma of Shiatsu and Oriental Therapies are competent to treat the full range of conditions, both chronic and acute, which are appropriate for shiatsu treatment.

Graduate therapists are competent in both diagnosis and treatment. They are able to assess the history and causes of conditions, and understand patterns of disease. Graduates are able to use basic counselling skills and recommend lifestyle adjustments to affect long term changes in the individual's health.

 

Course Outcomes

• treat a wide range of conditions ••develop treatment strategies • implement specialised treatment options for sports injury • use a range of diagnostic techniques • understand western medical terminology • integrate theoretical knowledge with practical techniques • confidently establish a professional practice

The Diploma can be studied as a Dual Qualification and is recognised by all relevant industry associations and Health funds.

Course Unit Overview

Shiatsu Sequences Meridian Therapy
Zen Shiatsu Anatomy and Physiology
Business Practices Theory and Diagnosis 1
Tsubo Therapy Theory and Diagnosis 2
Essential Oils Student Clinic 1-4
Advanced Zen Shiatsu Advanced Meridian Therapy
Sotai/Sei Tai So Develop Professional Practice
Eastern Pathology Dietary Energetics
Counselling for Practitioners

 

  ....Introduction to Shiatsu
  ....Diploma of Shiatsu & Oriental Therapies
  ....Dual Diploma