ACADEMY NATURAL THERAPY of COURSE CATALOGUE
The Academy’s
massage program
is founded on the
idea of treating the
whole person and
helping the body
heal itself. ACADEMY of NATURAL THERAPY
INTRODUCTION
The Academy of Natural Therapy is enthralled at the beauty of this profession. Massage Therapy is at the front lines of the health care industry for improving the well being of individuals on both the physical and emotional levels. The Academy of Natural Therapy is excited by the numerous possibilities for change, growth, and enhancement of the quality of education for Massage Therapists of tomorrow. The Instructors and Staff are deeply committed to instilling in our students the knowledge, integrity, and ethics needed to professionally succeed in the Massage Therapy profession.
Academy of Natural erapy 123 Elm Avenue, P.O. Box 237, Eaton, Colorado 80615 (970) 454-2628 888/211-9097 Fax (970) 454-3147 www.natural-therapy.com
Academy of Natural erapy is approved and regulated by the Colorado Department of Higher Education, Private Occupational School Board
Academy of Natural erapy 1000 Hour Massage erapy Program is nationally accredited by the Commission of Massage erapy Accreditation (COMTA)
Owned and operated by the Academy of Natural erapy, Inc. Jeremiah James Mongan President Dorothy Mongan Vice-President Jennifer Mongan Secretary
© Copyright 2006 Academy of Natural erapy Catalog design by anvilgraphics.com Welcome To Academy of Natural Therapy Dorothy Mongan Dorothy “I believe that that “I believe
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Introduction ...... 5 Credit by Examination/Challenge Course ..... 16 Massage as a Career ...... 5 Transfer of Credit ...... 16 Benefits of Massage erapy ...... 5 Greivence Policy ...... 16 Choosing Academy of Natural erapy ...... 6 Appeal Policy ...... 17 History ...... 7 Policy on Terminations ...... 17 Philosophy ...... 7 Financial Information ...... 18 Mission ...... 7 Financial Programs and Costs...... 18 Educational Objectives ...... 7 Methods of Payments / Financial Programs .... 18 Equal Opportunity ...... 8 Veterans Educational Assistance ...... 18 Distinctive Features ...... 8 Refund Policy ...... 18 Licensure ...... 8 Refund Table ...... 19 Facilities and Equipment ...... 8 Refund Table for VA Students ...... 19 Registration ...... 9 Refund Policy Cancellations, Withdrawl, Dismissal ... 19 Academy of Natural erapy Gradutes ...... 9 Federal Refund Policy ...... 20 Enrollment ...... 9 Non-Federal Refund Policy ...... 20 Information For Persons with Disabilities ...... 9 Student Services ...... 10 Financial Aid ...... 21 Title IV Grants; Pell / FSEOG / FWS ...... 21 Students Life and Services ...... 10 Plus Loans ...... 21 Student Handbook ...... 10 Loan Repayment ...... 21 Placement ...... 10 Financial Aid Eligibility ...... 22 Alumni ...... 11 Colorado State–Grant Recipient Requirements ...... 22 Eaton erapeutic Center ...... 11 Massage Therapy Program ...... 23 Policies and Procedures ...... 12 Tuition Costs ...... 23 Minimum Academic Acheivement ...... 12 Admission ...... 24 Reporting of Grades ...... 12 Graduation Requirements ...... 24 Incomplete Grades ...... 12 Course Descriptions ...... 24 Makeup Policy ...... 13 Advanced Massage Program ..... 28 Attendance Policy ...... 13 Tardiness ...... 13 Tuition Costs ...... 28 Definition of Absences ...... 14 Admission ...... 29 Definition of Excused Absences ...... 14 Course Descriptions ...... 29 Course Repitition ...... 14 Surrounding Area ...... 33 Standard of Conduct ...... 14 Greeley, Fort Collins, Loveland ...... 33 Examination of Student Record ...... 14 Faculty and Administration ..... 34 Continuation as a Non-Regular Student ...... 15 Reinstatement of a Non-Regular Student ...... 15 Faculty ...... 34 Leave of Absence ...... 15 Administration ...... 35
ACADEMY of NATURAL THERAPY
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MASSAGE AS A CAREER Benefits of Massage Therapy
cademy of Natural erapy would like e benefits of massage are truly a miracle when compared to contemporary medicine. ere is almost no human condition to share with you the excitement of this that cannot be helped or overcome by this caring practice. Touch is the first language spoken when a child is born. Security, Agrowing expanding career. Massage erapy guidance, and care can be transmitted through the hands. Hands is a unique career in that it encompasses may detect abnormalities of the body, flow of energy, troubled organs, the skeletal system, and trauma in the muscles. Trained so many positive aspects of a care-giving hands will produce the kind of comfort and release from pain profession. Dorothy Mongan, founder of as only they can do. Circulation is improved, muscles are lengthened, range of motion is increased, and pain is relieved, Academy of Natural erapy says, “there is all through massage. Massage improves health on a cellular level by encouraging each cell in the body to take in nourishment, rid great satisfaction in improving the quality of waste, and become electrical for optimum health. Massage of health of others.” Massage erapy is fast erapy is reassuring, relaxing, and empowers well being. Your career as a Massage erapist is an exciting change becoming a standard modality in doctor’s from wanting to help others to knowing how to help others. offices, health clinics, spas, and hospitals. ANT You will be able to watch a person stand or walk, point out their postural distortions, and correct their condition by stretching is proud to provide the quality education that and manipulating the muscles. You will learn that stress causes you need to become successful in this field. many of the illnesses of people. Your knowledge of both the mental and physical needs of your client, will help ones under Results of a 2005 survey showed: stress to become calm and at ease with their life so that they may • About 47 million Americans received a heal. Your hands are your tools, and to learn how to take care of massage over the past year yourself, both physically and nutritionally, here at the Academy of Natural erapy, is an important part of becoming a Massage • Total Massage customers increased by 2 erapist. Your education here will last a lifetime. million over the previous year By Dorothy Mongan, founder • 73 percent of massage customers said they would recommend it to a friend, up Benefits from 65 percent the year before • Good pay • 21 percent of customers said they discussed • Flexible schedule massage therapy with a doctor or other health • Relaxing, peaceful work environment care provider. • Occupation that helps people Source: American Massage erapy Association • Being a trusted and respected care giver • Excellent growth in the massage field leading to expanding opportunities in the futute Source: Association of Bodywork and Massage Professionals
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Choosing Academy of Natural Therapy
e Academy of Natural erapy (ANT) has a long • Several funding options: tradition of training the finest graduates. Graduates ∙ Federal Financial Aid available for those have been known for not only being well educated but who qualify (for 1000 hour CMT program experienced as well. is is produced through a fine only). combination of hands-on one on one instruction with ∙ Funding provided by Sallie Mae for those excellent instructors and a real world atmosphere with who qualify. over 300 hours done in a fully equipped, well known ∙ Funding provided by SLM Financial for facility, Eaton erapeutic Center (ETC). Here at the those who qualify. Academy of Natural erapy, administration, staff ∙ In-house monthly interests free payments and faculty are concerned with the direction Massage for those who qualify. erapy is heading. ANT wants not only good people, • Low tuition ($14,000 for the entire program): but educated people performing massage. Because of ANT can not produce the finest graduates when this reason, ANT Massage erapy Program is a full the finest graduates can not afford tuition. Tuition 1000 hours and an entire year. If you are not able to is based on costs, not on the highest amount that attend this excellent program, please find a program can be taken from students. e tuition includes that fully encompasses all areas of massage. text books, insurance, oils, lotions, hand outs, Since establishment in 1989, special attention has uniforms, all herbs and ingredients used in class as been given to providing all means possible to producing well as use of the ANT‘s outstanding facilities. the best therapists. Here are some outstanding reasons • Insurance: All full-time students are insured up to for choosing Academy of Natural erapy: 9 million dollars while they attend: ANT provides • Small class size: Student to teacher ratio is 1:10 liability coverage for students with the A.B.M.P with maximum of 12 students per instructor.5 without any further cost to students. is registers them as members with benefits and eases the • Mentorship program: Individual attention with transition for them when they graduate. caring Clinic Mentors for full length of program • Earn income while you attend: Students are paid • No requirements to purchase a massage table: e for treating clients of ETC Nothing replaces the reason schools require their students to purchase real world experience of public clientele. It is not a their own equipment is to use during class. ANT requirement to work on the public. A student can has always provided good equipment for students easily obtain their required hours with students to use while they are in class. Whether it be a and their registered subjects. Students are normally table, chair, or anything else needed to perform a massage. paid $10 for a $30 massage. is is just another way Academy of Natural erapy tries to help students • No requirements to purchase any books or while they attend. materials: (all provided) All expenses to teach students are calculated into tuition. ANT does not • Well rounded program: e wide range of classes nickel and dime students. that ANT provides has contributed to 17 years of successful graduates. ANT classes are specific • No hidden fees: Massage erapy is a caring and carefully constructed to make full use of the profession. ere is nothing more disturbing than student’s time while in school. overcharging to help others. • Nationally accredited: 1000 Hour Massage erapy • V.A. Benefits: Academy of Natural erapy is Program is nationally accredited by the Commission accredited to accept Veterans benefits. of Massage erapy Accreditation (COMTA). Only 27% of the 1500 plus Massage Schools in the United States of America are accredited. (Source: www.ABMP.org)
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History application of the massage skills necessary to pursue e Academy of Natural erapy, Inc., located a rewarding career. at 123 Elm Avenue, in Eaton, Colorado, was • e Academy will embrace change as needed and founded by Dorothy Mongan. It was incorporated in continue to enhance the quality of the educational Colorado on October 30, 1989. Dorothy started the program. school out of her own passion for teaching and also because well trained and professional therapists were EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES needed in Northern Colorado. In 1995, Jeremiah e knowledge gained at the Academy incorporates James Mongan, became co-owner of the Academy the elements of massage, with advanced skills, to of Natural erapy, Inc., and enhance the overall health joined the school administration Mission and well-being of the client. as the Academy’s Executive Students are provided with the Director. e school has grown The Academy of Natural Therapy offers educational tools necessary to: in size and distinction every students the highest quality of education • Acquire an in-depth foundation year by up-to-date methods of the scientific knowledge of massage and experienced as well as the most advanced techniques of related to massage techniques teachers using excellent and and applications. time tested curriculums for the Massage Therapy available. To that end, • Understand the effectiveness Massage Programs. the Academy is committed to providing of Massage erapy in relation- Philosophy graduates with the skills necessary to offer ship to the body, and recognize its limitations. e Academy of Natural effective and professional care to clients. • Demonstrate safe and effective erapy provides a comprehensive means for assessing the mind- Massage erapy Program. From body status of the client and to the very beginning, the Academy determine most effective means embraced the philosophy that of intervention. massage is primarily the art of caring for people. e Academy’s • Increase student’s self-awareness Massage erapy Program is and enhance his/her ability to founded on the idea of treating effectively contribute to the the whole person and helping physical, mental, and emotional the body to heal itself. e well being of clients. well-rounded curriculum of • Develop an understanding of the Massage erapy Program proper ethical practices as a encompasses a broad foundation Certified Massage erapist. of how the body works, and • Demonstrate confidence and how Massage erapists can professionalism in the practice assist individuals in a practical, of Massage erapy. as well as therapeutic sense. • Integrate the various Keeping these concepts in mind, approaches of mind-body therapy and scientific the Academy maintains the following important knowledge into a functional under-standing of the principles: human body as a whole. • e Academy will charge a competitive and fair price • Prepare graduates to establish their own professional for the Massage erapy program. massage practices and to secure employ-ment in • e Academy will provide an educational envi- medical or other health care agencies. ronment for maximum learning and practical
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Equal Opportunity approach makes the Academy unique in its approach to learning, practice, and the standards required of Non-Discrimination Policy graduates. Distinctive features include the following: e Academy operates under an Equal Opportunity Plan which ensures equal access to students, faculty, • 1000 Hour Massage erapy Certificate and staff. Academy of Natural erapy does not • Optional Specialty Certificates in: Reflexology, discriminate in its educational programs, activities, or Chair Massage employment practices, based on race, color, national • 280 clinic hours supervised by Clinic Mentors origin, sex, sexual orientation or preference, disability, • 600 Hour Advanced Massage erapy Certificate age, religion, ancestry, veteran status, or any other with Rehabilitation or Spa Emphasis legally protected classification. e Academy complies • Continuing Education Courses. For current listing with regulations of 1972 in regard to sex discrimination see web-site at www.natural-therapy.com and section 504 of the Vocational Rehabilitation Act of • Small classes ensure learning: Student to teacher ratio 1973 in regard to disability discrimination, as well as Lecture Classes 1 teacher to 12 students, other applicable Federal and State laws and regulations Practical Classes - 1 teacher to 6 students. pertaining to discrimination. • Hydrotherapy courses and on-site therapy pool Employees and participants who have an inquiry or complaint of harassment or discrimination, or • Practical experience in a full-service health spa (Eaton who observe acts of discrimination or harassment, erapeutic Center) Teaching Assistant opportunities. should immediately contact Academy administration. Licensure e Academy of Natural erapy will not tolerate any discriminatory actions/behavior on the part of Post-Secondary Private Occupational Schools are employees or students. supervised and regulated in Colorado by the Colorado Department of Higher Education, Private Occupational Distinctive Features School Board (Referred to as DPOS). Colorado e Academy of Natural erapy focuses on law does not grant licensure nor refer to a minimum whole body manipulation and therapeutic techniques, number of hours for a Massage erapy Program since accompanied by an understanding of the role of each county and/or city in Colorado determines the essential nutrition in overall health and wellness. is minimum requirement of hours for a Massage erapy Program. However it has been the policy of DPOS to require a minimum standard of 500 hours for a massage therapy program approval. Upon successful completion of the program students are granted a Certificate in “The ultimate reward for the Massage erapy that is not intended as a license to practice Massage erapy. Graduates MUST adhere Academy of Natural Therapy is to the current law and/or regulations of the appropriate state, county, or city agencies of the locality, in which not based on profit, but rather they intend to practice. Each state has its own laws and licensing requirements and the Academy makes no guarantee of fulfilling their requirements. It is up to the end result, which is the each student to gain licensure (if required) in the state of intended practice. However, many states recognize the quality and skill demonstrated National Certification Board (NCBTMB) exam/license and you can qualify to sit for that exam upon graduation from the Academy’s Massage erapy program. by our graduates.” FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT James Mongan e Academy of Natural erapy subscribes to the theory that modern, attractive facilities contribute in a 8 www.natural-therapy.com www.natural-therapy.com 9 Introduction Introduction
positive way to student success. Classrooms are large, well lit, and suited for the comfort of students. e Academy offices and classrooms are located at 123 Elm Avenue, Eaton, Colorado, 80615. e school occupies 6500 square feet of lecture, practice and classroom space. e school provides course equipment and supplies, i.e., massage tables, oils, lotions, and all other necessary teaching aids for training Massage erapists. e Academy’s training facilities include the following: • Student library and study room • erapy pool and hot tub • Twelve therapy rooms • Dry sauna • Hands-on instruction classroom • Two lecture classrooms • Hospitality room • Student break area with lockers, refrigerator, Representative during regular business hours. restroom, and microwave. 3. Completing and signing an enrollment contract, Registration including method of payment and payment schedule prior to commencement of classes. Registration for new students is held at the school Applicants will be notified of acceptance and placed by appointment or by mail. New students will be depending on availability of class space. A prospective contacted in writing by the Admissions office to student may be placed on a waiting list and so confirm date and time. With the approval, a beginning notified. student may register late within the first three days of the quarter. Information for Admission for Academy Of Natural Therapy Persons with Disabilities Graduates e Academy is proud of its tradition of educating students with disabilities. Persons with disability are A graduate of the Academy will not be required to encouraged to apply to the school. e procedure is go through the full enrollment process again. Contact no different than what is required for any student. the Director to complete and sign an enrollment Admission does not assure acceptance of an individual contract which includes method of payment and student into a particular course or program. Admission payment schedule prior to commencement of classes. to the Academy of Natural erapy does not, therefore, Enrollment imply entry into any program which has selective admission standards nor does it assure admission to A prospective student may enroll by: courses and programs in which an applicant’s mental or 1. Submitting an application to the Academy, by physical disability may, in the opinion of the Academy, website www.natural-therapy.com, mail, fax, E- appear to be impractical or dangerous. Academy of mail, or in person. Natural erapy may deny admission or re-enrollment 2. Completing an acceptance interview with an to individuals who cannot benefit from the programs Academy of Natural erapy Representative and courses offered, or are considered detrimental to prior to enrollment, either by phone or in person. the best interest of the school community. Minimum Applicants may schedule the interview by calling skill levels are required for admission to even basic the Academy for an appointment with an ANT education courses. (See Program Requirements)
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Student Life And Services Student Handbook Student Mentor Program e Academy of Natural erapy publishes an e staff and faculty of the Academy are informative Student Handbook that describes the committed to assisting each student’s successful Academy’s operating policies. e manual is available completion of the program. With that objective at orientation or upon request. in mind, the Academy has designated Clinic Mentors who will make themselves available to Placement assist each student in achieving academic and e Massage erapy fi eld is constantly expanding clinic requirements. Furthermore, the Clinic with the increasing public interest in holistic health. Mentor will aid the student with motivation Jobs are available with medical doctors, chiropractors, and encouragement to successfully complete the dentists, psychotherapists, health clubs, spas, beauty practical requirements of their program. salons, resort hotels and other community e best education comes through guided organizations. e Academy of Nat- experience. It is one thing to teach in a classroom ural erapy is proud to off er job but it quite another to teach in a real massage placement assistance but can room. Each student is required to complete a total not guarantee a job placement. of 280 hours (Clinic Practical) in the wonderful Eaton erapeutic Center. ese hours are done in individual rooms for subject and student comfort. e Academy of Natural erapy Clinic Mentor oversees massages and are available for questions. Being able to have immediate access and individual attention of an Instructor equates to the fi nest marriage of teaching and review. ANT wants to insure that the student thoroughly understands and can execute every massage move correctly. Additionally the Clinic Mentor assists the student with other aspects of the massage profession such as scheduling, greeting, and caring for the client before and after the massage. Because of the number of hours completed by the student, the Clinic Mentor has the opportunity to be available but not overbearing during each massage. e Mentorship program provides real world experience in a professional clinic (ETC) on campus to eliminate the transition between being a student and being a Massage erapist.
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Alumni Academy faculty and administration maintain a Academy of Natural erapy is proud of its high level of contact within the fi eld and available graduates and enjoys staying in contact with them. positions are posted. Letters of recommendation In the year after graduation, Alumni Surveys are sent will be written to prospective employers upon out to collect important placement information. e student request. In addition, a Massage erapy results of these surveys are taken seriously and used to referral list is maintained and provided to the validate and improve the program. Graduates are an general public both in Colorado and throughout important key to the success of Academy of Natural the country. e Academy assists the students erapy programs. Graduates are also encouraged in the writing of resumes and with interviewing to visit and also come to the Annual Academy of techniques as needed. e placement assistance is Natural erapy Summer Alumni Picnic. accessed on an individual bases by an appointment Eaton Therapeutic Center with the Student Coordinator. e Academy of Natural erapy is fortunate to share a building and facilities with Eaton erapeutic Center. Eaton erapeutic Center has been a leader in the Massage erapy industry for 18 years. It is the largest Massage erapy Center in Weld County and in 2004 received e Greeley Tribune’s Reader’s Choice Award for “Favorite Massage.” Eaton erapeutic Center is at the top of the industry with their personal customer attention, practice of traditional therapies, and use of the newest healing modalities. Eaton erapeutic Center also provides up to date nutritional products and a variety of massage centered supplies. ETC is proud to provide Massage erapy service to several large companies such as Roche Construction and Northern Colorado Medical Center Birthing Center. Being part of this real world massage environment the students gain the skills necessary to be successful.
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Policies and Procedures minimum grading requirement. e notice is to make them aware of the circumstances and the seriousness of Application of Standards not meeting the Academy’s minimum grading standards. Satisfactory progress standards apply to all full- e student’s progress will be evaluated at the end time and part-time students enrolled in any Academy of each quarter, at which time students will receive a program. progress report. Students who fall below the Academy’s Standards of Satisfactory Progress minimum grade requirement will be placed on probation e Academy grades on a 4.0 grading scale and a for the following quarter. If the student fails to meet pass/fail in clinic practical. Students must maintain the Academy’s minimum requirements during the minimum standards of academic and practical probationary period, the student may be terminated at the achievement while enrolled at the Academy. end of the quarter. Qualitative: A cumulative 2.0 GPA is required at the end of each quarter. Reporting of Grades Quantitative: Or Maximum Program Length Grades and attendance are reported to the students Students may complete the Massage erapy at the end of each quarter. Program in 150% of the allotted time as stated in GRADING SYSTEM - Academic Courses this catalog (six quarters). Furthermore, the students GRADING SYSTEM - Clinic Practical must have completed all of the scheduled course work 90% to 100% A (4 points) cumulative through the progress checks to maintain 80% to 90% B (3 points) satisfactory progress. 70% to 80% C (2 points) Below 70% F (0 points) e Clinic Practical course is graded on a pass/fail basis. Students must receive a minimum of a C, or 70%, in each course to pass. If a student fails a course that is not a prerequisite, the student may be allowed to retake the course the next time offered at no charge (one time only) and may continue with the program. If a student fails a prerequisite course the student may retake the course the next time offered at no charge (one time only). However the student must have the instructor’s approval to continue forward in the program. Upon completing the course the second time, the “F” will replaced with the subsequent grade. Any student receiving a second letter grade of “F” in any one academic course will be terminated. Any student not completing clinic hours within a time period of 18 months from the time they enrolled in the program will be terminated. Incomplete Grades Minimum Academic and An incomplete grade will be given when a student Practical Achievement fails to complete assigned class work or course requirements. Credit will not be given until work At the midpoint of each quarter, students who are not is made up according to the Academy’s make-up meeting the Academy of Natural erapy’s minimum policy. e work must be made up in time allowed, grading standards will receive written notice from their not to exceed 1 year from the date the incomplete was Instructor that he/she is falling below the Academy’s
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reported. If the student fails to make up the work, an “F” will replace the incomplete grade. At this point the entire course will have to be re-taken at the student’s expense. Makeup Policy An incomplete grade must be made up in the time allowed not to exceed one (1) year from the date the incomplete was reported Missed exams must have Instructor approval to be excused and must be rescheduled within one (1) week of returning to regularly scheduled classes. e date and time of the exam must be arranged with the Instructor. Attendance Policy Regular attendance is essential to provide the maximum opportunity for success in training to be a massage therapist. It is understood there may be emergencies in a student’s life. erefore, the Academy of Natural erapy has adopted the following minimum standards of attendance: Academic Classes 80% Attendance Bodywork/Practical Classes 90% Attendance remain out of the Academy for at least two academic Clinic Internship 100% Attendance quarters. Re-entrance will be at the discretion of the Attendance is taken for all scheduled classes, labs, and Academy Director and at the then current tuition rate. clinics. If a student is not present, in the classroom or lab If a student has missed ten (10) consecutive days for which he/she is scheduled, that student is considered of school without notice to the school regarding his/ absent for that period. ere are no exceptions to this her whereabouts or intentions to return to school, policy. that student’s enrollment at the Academy will be At the mid-point of each quarter, students who have terminated. exceeded half the allowed absences for a full quarter will receive written notice that they have reached or exceeded Tardiness the 50% mark for allowable absences. e notice is to make him/her aware of the circumstances and the A tardy is defined as arriving 10 or more minutes late to seriousness of exceeding the allotted number of absences class. A tardy also applies if a student leaves a class early (10 for the quarter. minutes up to 1 hour). If a student misses more than 1 hour of class, this will be recorded as an absence. An Instructor A student having exceeded his/her allowable may excuse a tardy at his or her discretion. Four tardies will absences in any one quarter will receive a “U” equal an absence and will require make-up work. (UNSATISFACTORY) for his/her attendance for that quarter and will be considered in violation of school Tardy (10 min. late up to 1 hr) 50% credit attendance policy and placed on probation the following Leave early (up to 1 hr) 50% Credit quarter. A student receiving his/her second “U” for If a student has called ahead or offered a reasonable attendance (does not have to be in consecutive quarters) explanation for being late, the instructor may make a may be terminated from enrollment at the Academy. determination and excuse the student’s tardy. Students terminated for attendance violations must
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Definition of Absences • Dishonesty, such as cheating, plagiarism, or knowingly furnishing false information to the An absence shall be defined as a full day or any Academy. combination of four (4) class absences (including bodywork and clinics). • Forgery or alteration of documents, records, or identification with intent to defraud. Definition of Excused Absences • Physical abuse or sexual harassment of any person on The only absences that are considered excused are school premises. for jury duty, military duty, illness, and unavoidable • reatening or endangering the health or safety of emergency situations. Validation in writing may be any person on Academy premises. requested and a copy of such validation is retained • eft or damage to Academy or ETC. property in the student’s file. • Unauthorized use or entry into Academy facilities When a student is aware of impending, unavoidable violation of civil law or Academy regulation forbidding absences, he/she should provide documentation regarding alcohol, drugs, or tobacco on Academy premises these absences. Such documentation will be kept in the Failure to comply with these rules will result in student’s file for review by the administration at the time a disciplinary action including and up to, termination termination decision or appeal is made. from the Academy. Additionally, a student may be Course Repetitions required to make restitution if appropriate. Readmission is conditional upon approval by the review committee. A student receiving a letter grade of “F” in any course Students without exception, are not permitted to will be allowed to repeat that course at no charge, one practice massage as a professional practitioner prior time only. If the student receives a “C” or better for to graduation from the Academy of Natural erapy. the course during this single repeat, the new grade Students who violate this policy will be subject to will replace the original grade of “F” on the student’s immediate termination from the Academy with no official transcript. Any student receiving a second letter consideration of re-admittance. Furthermore the grade of “F” in any one course will be terminated. Academy’s published refund policy will apply. Standards of Appearance & Examination of Student Conduct Policy Records It is expected that a student’s attire, hairstyle, and Under the authority of the Family Education Rights grooming reflect respect for self, the Academy, and the and Privacy Act of 1974, students have the right to profession of Massage erapy. Refer to the Student Handbook for specifics. Students are expected to conduct themselves responsibly and appropriately at all times. e rights and feelings of others must be respected. Each student shall demonstrate a high regard for school facilities and the personal property of others. Alcohol, smoking, and the use of non-prescription drugs are strictly prohibited while on the premises. The Following Incidents Constitute Violation Of Standards Of Conduct: • Conduct that is disruptive of classes or activities, or discourteous/disrespectful toward classmates, faculty or Academy staff.
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Continuation as a Non-Regular Student If a student fails at any point to meet the standards of satisfactory progress as described above and is subsequently terminated, that student is eligible to apply for admission as a non-regular student. e acceptance of such a student for continued attendance would be at the discretion of the Director and the Instructor of the last course in which the student was enrolled. In general the following rules apply: Reinstatement of Non-Regular Students If, after retaking courses while on non-regular status, a student demonstrates that he/she is examine certain files, academic records including academically and motivationally prepared to continue grades, attendance and counseling records, and in the Massage erapy Program for which he/she was documents retained by the school which pertain to originally enrolled, the student may be reinstated as a them (parental financial information excepted). regular student. Such reinstatement shall be dependent e Academy of Natural erapy maintains all upon a joint evaluation of the student by the Director student records according to the Family Education and Instructors familiar with the work of the student. Rights and Privacy Act of 1974. Students may request Reinstatement decisions shall be at the discretion of the a review of their records by writing to the Director of Director, and reinstated students will pay the current the Academy or its representative. Such review will be tuition rate. allowed during regular school hours under appropriate Furthermore, if reinstated as a regular student, the supervision. A copy of the records may be obtained student will be considered on probation until the next and a $1.00 administrative fee will be charged for each evaluation point. If at that evaluation point the student page. When grades are included, the transcript fee fails to make the minimum academic requirement applies. the student will be terminated with no provision for Students may request that the Academy of Natural readmission. erapy amend their educational records on the grounds that they are inaccurate, misleading, or in Leave of Absence violation of their right of privacy. Challenging the e Academy of Natural erapy may grant a leave record for purposes of correcting or deleting any of of absence under mitigating circumstances, i.e., medical, the contents must be done in writing with the reason maternity, or military necessity. Requests for a leave of fully stated. However, grades and course evaluations absence must be submitted in writing to the Academy can be challenged only on the grounds that they are Director and accompanied by such documentation as the improperly recorded. Challenges must be made within Academy may require. e request must be signed and 90 days of the last day of recorded attendance. dated by the student and must state the beginning date of e Academy of Natural erapy shall obtain the leave and the date that the student expects to return to written consent of the student prior to release of the school. Except in circumstances of medical emergency, student information to any person or organization, all requests for a leave of absence must be approved by the except where the Act provides for the release of such Academy of Natural erapy Director prior to the time information without written consent. Parental access to the student leaves the Academy. Failure to obtain such student records will be allowed without prior consent if prior approval will result in absences being recorded in the student is a dependent as defined in Section 152 of the student’s permanent record between the last date of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954 as amended. recorded attendance and the approval date of the leave. 14 www.natural-therapy.com www.natural-therapy.com 15 Policies and Procedures Policies and Procedures
e maximum term for any leave of absence is 180 begin the evaluation of credits upon receipt of an days. No student shall be granted more than one leave official transcript from each post-secondary school of absence in any period of 12 consecutive months. A the applicant has attended. Delays in transmission and student returning from a leave of absence shall return evaluation of academic and/or financial aid transcripts with the same status regarding satisfactory progress may adversely affect plans for enrolling. as when he/she began the leave. A student on a leave of absence will incur no additional charges by the Academy of Natural erapy. Any student failing to return to the Academy by the day after the expiration of “The Academy of Natural Therapy was the leave of absence will be withdrawn from the Academy and the Academy’s published refund policy will apply. an experience of a lifetime. The classes e official withdrawal date will be the last day that the student attended classes. When a student takes a leave of taught at the Academy gave me a strong absence, the student’s graduation date will be adjusted to foundation to build an opportunity reflect the length of the leave of absence. for success by guiding me with the Credit by Examination/ Challenge of Courses compassion and knowledge to become a If an enrolled student believes that he/she has massage therapist on the cutting edge.” mastered the content of any Academy of Natural therapy academic course, he/she may challenge, or Justin Bryan, graduate, C.M.T., Greeley, CO elect to override academic course requirements and receive credits by passing an exam. A prerequisite course already completed may not be challenged. It is the student’s responsibility to contact the instructor to schedule the examination and to pick up whatever e Academy of Natural erapy recognizes that preparation materials may be available. substantial differences exist in course content and To challenge a course, a student must take the evaluation criteria from school to school; therefore following steps: all requests for credit transfer will be evaluated on an 1. Discuss his/her plans with a course Instructor. individual basis. e Academy makes neither a blanket commitment to accept transfer of credits, NOR ANY 2. Complete a Challenge Petition form available from GUARANTEE THAT ACADEMY OF NATURAL administration office. THERAPY CREDITS WILL BE ACCEPTED BY ANY 3. Get recommendation for challenge from instructor OTHER SCHOOL OR INSTITUTION. of that particular course. A $250 challenge fee must be paid prior to examination. Grievance Policy Transfer of Credits Grievance procedures are handled initially at the instructor level. Grievances beyond this level must Credits earned at a public or private accredited be submitted to the Academy of Natural erapy post-secondary institution, college, or university may Director in written form with factual, accurate be accepted for transfer to corresponding academic description of time, circumstance, names of people courses at the Academy of Natural erapy, if they are involved and occurrence. If the complaint cannot be parallel in content and intensity. Additionally, credits resolved at this level by direct negotiation between the must have been earned in the last 5 years. student and the Academy, the student may file with the A request for transfer of credits must by made Colorado Department of Higher Education, Private upon application for enrollment and evaluated by Occupational School Board, (DPOS) located at 1380 Lawrence St., Suite 1200, Denver, CO. 303/866-2723. the Academy prior to enrolling. e Academy will ere is a two-year limitation on DPOS taking action
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on student complaints. DPOS shall not consider any Appeal Policy claim filed more than two years after the date the Any student who has been placed on probation, student discontinues his/her training. or terminated for violation of Academy of Natural If a student complaint is not resolved through erapy policy has the right to appeal. If the student the steps mentioned above, a student should contact believes there are extenuating circumstances that would alter the reason for their probation or termination, he/she may appeal the administrative decision. e student must submit in written form their request for reconsideration, providing documentation supporting mitigating circumstances, or factual, accurate description of time, circumstance, and occurrence of special circumstances. Additionally the student may be required to have a personal meeting with the Academy Director. As a general rule, the following procedures must be followed: • A written request submitted to the Director within 7 days after receiving notice providing documentation of mitigating circumstances and how the problem would be rectified. • If requested, a personal meeting with the Academy Director. • Students may not attend classes during the appeal process. If denied, the last date of attendance will be used for refund calculation. the COMTA office in a formal letter (including the • A student dismissed for any form of harassment, complaint form that may be obtained from the student cheating or stealing gives up the right to appeal and handbook or Student Coordinators office) that includes will not be admitted. the following: A written notice regarding appeals decision will • e nature of the complaint(s). be sent to the student within 7 days of the receipt of appeal. • e date(s) of occurrence of the problem(s). • e name(s) of the individual(s) involved in the Policy on Terminations problems(s) and/or other students involved. Policy on Voluntary Withdrawal: Before the student • Facts of the matter i.e. copies of information or considers withdrawing from the program, the student documentation of the problem(s), not hearsay. may find it helpful to talk with the Student Coordinator Evidence that the institution’s complaint procedure or Director to discuss problems or concerns the student was followed prior to contacting COMTA. All complaints may be having. Because of the Academy’s nature of being shall be signed and provide a return address and telephone a small friendly school, there are many options the school number. can provide to help the student with his/her pursuit of education. Student may elect to withdraw from the Send all complaints to: program after commencement of classes. To do this, the student must sign the voluntary withdrawal form that COMTA Executive Director calculates refund or balance for the student depending on Commission on Massage erapy Accreditation the length of the program completed, number of classes 1007 Church Street, Suite 302 taken, books & materials used, and the cancellation Evanston, Illinois 60201 fee. e form may be administered by the Student Coordinator or by the Director.
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Financial Programs And Costs information and an application or apply free over the internet at www.slmfinancial.com. Please see the e following information is current as of the date attached brochure of publication of this catalog. However, all costs are subject to change. Tuition is due for each quarter prior • 12 month or quarterly interest free in-house payment to the start of each class unless payment arrangements plan. Tuition payments are due the first of each month. have been made with the Academy. A $25.00 late fee will be assessed for any payment received after 5 business days. Students owing tuition Students wishing to audit a course that is in the from the previous quarter may not begin classes CMT or AMT program for continuing education until tuition is paid and current. Students who have may do so at the full tuition rate. e only difference not honored their financial commitment will not be is that the student does not receive a grade and is not permitted to continue classes and/or graduate. responsible for doing any graded work or taking tests or exams. A certificate of attendance will be issued if • Interest free monthly or quarterly tuition payment the student has attended the full class only. If at a later arrangements may be made with the Academy. date the student wishes to receive a grade of the course However payments must be paid in advance it must be within 2 years of taking the course and all installments per prior arrangement with the Academy. course work and exams will have to be passed and/or Monthly payments must be paid in advance by the turned in and the grade that is earned is the grade that first Monday of each month. Quarterly payments is recorded. A nominal fee will be applied to granting must be paid prior to beginning classes each quarter. a grade and the policies for challenging a course will • A $25 late fee will be charged if payment is not apply. received within 5 business days of the first day of the Students enrolling for a program will be guaranteed month. that tuition will be billed at the rate in effect at the time Specifics for 600 hour Advanced Massage erapy of their initial enrollment for the estimated program Certificate Program as follows: length plus 2 quarters. Courses taken after this time • SLM Financing Corporation and Sallie Mae will be billed at the then-tuition rate. As of the date of e #1 Paying for College Company also has this publication, the tuition is as follows: financial assistance for those who qualify. Please Certified Massage erapy Certificate: ask for information and an application or apply $13,500 tuition + $500 books & materials=$14,000 free over the internet at www.slmfinancial.com Advanced Massage erapy Certificate: www.slmfinancial.com Please see the attached brochure. Spa Track = $8100 tuition plus $850 books &supplies=$8950 • Nine month or quarterly. Quarterly interest free in- house payment plan. Rehab Track = $8100 +600 books & supplies=$8700 Veterans Educational Assistance Methods Of Payments/financial Programs e Academy of Natural erapy is approved for education and training by the Colorado State e Academy of Natural erapy has several Approving Agency for Veteran’s Education Program different financial resources to choose from. Please call for all programs offered. for questions or more information. Specifics for 1000 hour Massage erapy Certificate Refund Policy Program as follows: Students not accepted by the school and students • Federal Financial Aid for those who qualify. Please who cancel this contract by notifying the school ask for information and an application or apply free within three business days are entitled to a full refund over the internet at www.fafsa.ed.gov of all tuition and fees paid. Students, who withdraw • SLM Financing Corporation and Sallie Mae e after three business days, but before commencement #1 Paying for College Company also has financial of classes, are entitled to a full refund of all tuition assistance for those who qualify. Please ask for and fees paid except the cancellation fee of $150. In 18 www.natural-therapy.com www.natural-therapy.com 19 Financial information Financial information
the event a student withdraws after commencement 60% of program complete 40% Refunded of classes, the school will retain a cancellation fee 70% of program complete 30% Refunded plus a percentage of tuition and fees based on the 80% of program complete 20% Refunded percentage of contact hours attended, as described in 90% of program complete 10% Refunded the table below. All refunds are based on the last date of recorded attendance. Refund Policy — Cancellation, Refund Table Withdrawal, Dismissal Cancellation by the Academy: 1. e student may cancel his/her enrollment contract within 24 hours of beginning classes in the event e Academy reserves the right to cancel a starting that he/she has enrolled before seeing the facility. class if the number of students is deemed insufficient. In this event, the student would be entitled to a e Academy will consider such cancellation a refund of all monies paid except $150 cancellation rejection and the student is entitled to a refund of all fee. money paid. 2. All refunds will be issued within 30 days from the Cancellation Policy Before Entering Classes: date of termination. 1. An applicant will receive a full refund of all money 3. e student will receive a full refund of tuition and paid if he/she is not accepted by the Academy. fees if the Academy discontinues a course/program 2. Applicant may cancel an enrollment agreement within a period of time that a student could have by providing notice of such cancellation to reasonably completed it, except that this provision the Academy at its address. e notice shall be shall not apply in the event the Academy ceases postmarked not later than midnight of the fifth operation. business day (excluding Sundays and Holidays) 4. Postponement of a starting date, whether at the following his/her signing this agreement or it request of the school or the student, requires a may be personally or otherwise delivered to the written agreement signed by the student and the Academy within that time. In event of dispute over Academy. e agreement must set forth: timely notice, the burden to prove service rests on the student. All monies paid by an applicant are a. Whether the postponement is for the refunded if requested within three (3) days after convenience of the school or the student, and: signing an enrollment agreement. b. A deadline for the new start date, beyond 3. After five (5) business days (excluding Sundays which the start date will not be postponed. and Holidays), the Academy may keep the stated If the course/program is not commenced, or the registration fee equal to 10 percent of the total student fails to attend by the new start date set forth tuition cost, or one hundred thirty five dollars, in the agreement, the student will be entitled to an whichever is less. “Registration Fee” refers to any appropriate refund of prepaid tuition and fees within fee, however named, covering those expenses 30 days of the deadline of the new start date set forth incurred by the Academy dealing with student in the agreement, determined in accordance with the applications and the student records. school’s refund policy and all applicable laws and rules 4. On-campus applicants will have the opportunity to concerning the Private Occupational Act of 1981. withdraw without penalty within five (5) business Refund Table for VA Students days following either his/her first day of attendance in class, a regularly scheduled orientation, or a Percentage of Hours Completed Refund tour of the Academy’s facility and inspection of 10% of program completed 90% Refunded equipment. 20% of program completed 80% Refunded 5. Refunds can be viewed in the Business Office upon 30% of program completed 70% Refunded request. 40% of program completed 60% Refunded 50% of program complete 50% Refunded 18 www.natural-therapy.com www.natural-therapy.com 19 Financial information Financial information
Federal Refund Policy attendance, and in a specific payment period. e Academy uses the date of determination to calculate Up through the sixty (60) percent point in each the number of days required to disburse the refund. payment period, or period of enrollment, a pro rata e refund is rounded to the nearest one hundredth schedule is used to determine the amount of Title IV percent. is applies to all students regardless of funds the student has earned at the time of withdrawal. funding source. After the sixty (60) percent point in the payment Colorado State Grant Repayment Policy: period or period of enrollment, a student has earned one hundred (100) percent of the Title IV funds. Repayment is a student’s responsibility. If a recipient leaves school during an academic term in which he Subsequent enrollment/re-enrollment charges are also or she received a State Need Grant, the student is based on this policy. A pro rata refund, is a calculation required to repay the monies, based on the Federal based on Federal Title IV guidelines, which determines Refund Policy. the student’s tuition, fees and other charges assessed Special Cases: to the student through out the student’s last date of attendance, and in a specific payment period. e In some cases of prolonged illness or accident, death to an immediate family member, or other mitigating Academy uses the date of determination to calculate circumstances that make it impractical for a student the number of days required to disburse the refund. to complete the program, the school shall make a e refund is rounded to the nearest one hundredth settlement that is reasonable and fair to both parties. percent. Subsequent Enrollment: e Academy abides by the Return of Title IV Funds, Re-enrollment, i.e., a student who has left the and returns the funds to the proper Title IV account. program and is re-entering, will be readmitted and Academy of Natural erapy returns any monies charged costs based on his/her previous balance due to the appropriate program/party within thirty (30) to the school, the Federal Pro Rata Refund Policy and days from the date of determination until July 1, 2006. current program costs. Students may be required to After July 1, 2006, any monies returned by Academy submit a letter to the Administration explaining why of Natural erapy will be returned within forty-five they are requesting to return to his/her program of (45) days. Any monies owed to the Academy above the study. Pro Rata Refund calculation are due within thirty (30) Official Termination Date: days from the student’s official withdrawal date. e e legal date of termination of a student shall be student is solely responsible for all program costs listed the last date of recorded attendance when a student on the front of the enrollment agreement, regardless of withdraws in any of the following manners: application for outside financial assistance. 1. When the Academy receives notice of student’s Non-federal Refund Policy: desire to quit the Academy. 2. When the student is terminated for breaking Academy of Natural erapy will follow the same written Academy rules, which provide for pro rata refund procedure for all students regardless dismissal. of funding source. Up through the sixty (60) percent point in each payment period, or period of enrollment, 3. At the point the Academy determines that the a pro rata schedule is used to determine the amount student has failed to make/maintain Satisfactory of funds the student has earned, or owes, at the time Academic Progress. of withdrawal. After the sixty (60) percent point in the Tuition charges are computed on scheduled, payment period or period of enrollment, a student has attended, or achieved hours, whichever is less. e earned, or owes, one hundred (100) percent of the funds. date of determination is the official date, which the Subsequent enrollment/re-enrollment charges are also school determines the student is not returning to the based on this policy. A pro rata refund, is a calculation Academy. based on Federal Title IV guidelines, which determines Monies due to the student shall be refunded within the student’s tuition, fees and other charges assessed the Federal time frame for return of funds. Absences are to the student through out the student’s last date of considered hours accumulated and are not refundable.
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Financial Aid Plus Loan: e Academy of Natural erapy maintains a rough this program the parents of dependent Financial Aid Office to assist those who qualify in undergraduates may borrow up to the cost of education obtaining the financial assistance they require for per year to meet educational expenses. Repayment of his/her educational expenses. Most forms of financial this loan begins thirty to sixty days after the second assistance are available for an award. disbursement is received. e Financial Aid Office Federal assistance programs are administered will review an applicant’s need and recommend an through the Office of Student Financial Assistance, appropriate financial aid package. U. S. Department of Education. United States citizens, Academy of Natural erapy strongly discourages nationals, or persons in the United States for other the use of loans when not absolutely needed to meet than temporary reasons who are enrolled or accepted educational expenses. for enrollment (on at least a half-time basis) may apply for the programs. Loan Repayment Applicants are asked when applying for admission ere are several options available when repayment about attendance at other institutions and previous begins: federal student assistance. All institutions work 1. Meet all loan payments in accordance with the cooperatively together in ensuring that students have payment schedule. not defaulted on a prior loan. Failure to disclose this 2. Apply for a deferment or forbearance if unemployed information honestly is cause for dismissal, forfeiture of or faced with other problems, such as not making student aid, and immediate payment of all tuition due. enough money or a medical issue. Permission may e account of a fraudulent applicant will be provided be granted to further defer or qualify for reduced to the Office of the Inspector General and the United payments. States Department of Education for committing a 3. Loan consolidation is an additional option felony fraud. available to student borrowers. In most cases Title Iv Grants student borrowers with a total outstanding Pell Grant/fseog/fws: indebtedness of at least $7,500 through the STAFFORD Loan program can consolidate e Pell Grant, Federal Supplemental Opportunity payments under a new federally authorized Grant (FSEOG), and Federal Work Study (FWS) are program called the Loan Consolidation Program. an important source of gift assistance for students who Borrowers in this program can take advantage of demonstrate financial need. Applications are available extended repayment periods ranging from one on-line and at the Financial Aid Office. e student to 25 years. Additional information about loan applies independently and submits the results of the consolidation is available from the Financial application to a Financial Aid Officer. e amount Aid Office or the lender. Loan consolidation is of the award depends upon the student’s eligibility, designed to help students borrow for professional enrollment status, and cost of attendance. training without the fear that upon graduation Title Iv Student Loans they will be unable to repay student loans. Federal Family Education Loan Programs: e FFELP Loan is designed to make it possible for students to borrow funds from participating private lenders to help pay for the cost of attending an eligible educational program. Repayment begins six months after the student leaves the Academy. Students participating in the FFEL Program may apply for another loan the second year when they have completed the first academic year with satisfactory progress. 20 www.natural-therapy.com www.natural-therapy.com 21 Financial information Massage Therapy Program
Financial Aid Eligibility • A student must be attempting full time credits. To remain eligible for financial assistance through • Academy of Natural Therapy verifies both the Academy, the student must be enrolled in good attendance and SAP upon completion of each standing. Satisfactory progress must be maintained. 3 semester credit hour course to ensure each Students are advised at his/her initial award date of students eligibility is within the Higher Education his/her repayment responsibilities should an over- Coordinating Boards guidelines for satisfactory award payment be made to them, as explained in the academic progress. Federal Regulations of Grants. • Should a student fall below Academy of Natural For the first disbursement the satisfactory progress erapy’s Satisfactory Academic Progress policy, the criteria must be met. In order to receive financial aid student is notified in writing from the Registrar’s monies after mid-point, the student needs to have office. earned at least half of the course credits per academic year 1. e student is placed on academic probation for in addition to meeting all the satisfactory progress criteria. no more than 3 courses, and is given a success NOTE: A student who chooses not to repay a contract, which explains exactly what the student loan or exercise one of the repayment options will must do in order to bring his/her GPA back up be prohibited from receiving assistance until said to SAP guidelines. obligation(s) have been met. e individual’s credit 2. Should the student not meet the stipulations set rating may be adversely affected and the federal forth in the success contract, the student will be government may take any income tax refund. Loan terminated from his/her program of study with default may create serious credit problems. the option to reapply for admissions after 60 days from his/her date of determination. Colorado State Grant 3. Should a student not complete 50% of his/her Recipient Requirements attempted full time credits in the term awarded, the student will be denied his/her state aid award. If a student fails to enroll, withdraws from a program, reduces the enrollment rate or does not claim • Should a student take a voluntary termination, or his or her warrant in a timely manner (30 days), the is terminated from the school, a Federal Refund warrant must be returned to the Higher Education calculation will be completed to determine how Coordinating Board for cancellation. A warrant will much, if any, the student will be obligated to repay be reissued if necessary. directly to the State of Colorado’s Higher Education Coordinating Board. Repayment is a student’s responsibility. If a student recipient leaves school during an academic term in • e student will be notified by the school of the which he or she received a State Need Grant, the student amount to be repaid. A copy of the Colorado State is required to repay according to the institution’s Board- Grant Program Repayment Transmittal Form will approved repayment policy. be mailed to the student and a copy of the notification Colorado State Grant Recipients: letter to the student and the Repayment Transmittal will be forwarded to the HECB. • Must maintain satisfactory academic progress in his/her specific program of study in order to receive and keep his/her one time SNG award. • Satisfactory Academic Progress means that a student is required to maintain a grade point average of 2.0 or greater in order to maintain his/ her SNG award. • A student is required to complete a minimum of 50% of the current term for which the SNG award is made in order to retain his/her SNG award.
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he Massage erapy Program is the Course Course Clock Credit Prefix Title Hours Hours Tstarting point for a succesful career as BIO-220 Anatomy & Physiology 100 9.5 a professional Massage erapist. is 1000 SWM-210 Swedish Massage 60 4 hour comprehensive program equips students BIO-210 Kinesiology 60 6 with a firm understanding of the basic skills CHM-210 Chair Massage 32 2
necessary to be an effective healer for many NMT-220 Neuromuscular erapy 80 5 TPT-220 Trigger Point erapy 44 3 years to come. In this program, Academy RFL-220 Reflexology 40 3 of Natural erapy explores the topics of SHM-220 Shiatsu 40 3 Kinesiology; Anatomy and Physiology; Re- SPE-130 Communication Skills 40 4 flexology; Shiatsu; Prenatal and delivery MAN-140 Entrepreneurship 36 3.5 support; introduction to Nutrition and SPM 210 Sports Massage 40 3 Herbs; holistic theories of wellness; and HYD-210 Hydrotherapy 40 3 communication skills for a more effective HWE 210 Herbs & Nutrition 40 3.5 BIO 230 Pathology 44 4 therapeutic relationship with your clients. CPM-280 Clinic Practical 280 9 Additional other classes such as advanced PDI-220 Prenatal, Delivery, & Infant bodywork like Neuromuscular erapy and Massage 24 1.5 introduction to Trigger Point and Deep 1000 Clock Hours/67.5 Quarter Credit Hours Tissue Massage will be covered. Normal Program Length is 12 months (4 quarters)
Upon completion of this program the
student will receive a 1000 Hour Massage
erapy Certificate with optional Certificates
of Completion in Reflexology and Chair Massage erapy Program Cost Massage depending on the full completion of Tuition $13,500 requirements in those courses. Books/Supplies 500
Total Program Costs $14,000
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Admissions Course Descriptions Requirements: Applicants must be years of age, BIO-220 Anatomy & Physiology physically able, with the ability to read, write, and An in-depth understanding of human anatomy and understand the English language. A high school diploma the associated physiology of the various organ systems or GED equivalent is not required for application, but is essential to the practice of Massage erapy. is must be obtained prior to beginning classes. course provides the student with a comprehensive Transcript Requirements: Applicants are required investigation of all organ systems and an understanding to submit an OFFICIAL copy of their high school of their physiological. Topics are discussed in a transcript or GED certificate prior to commencement general scientific approach and geared toward the of classes. Additionally, students requesting transfer of understanding of systems in relation to maintaining credit are required to submit official transcripts from all homeostasis in the body as a whole. is is linked to institutions attended prior to evaluation of acceptability the practice of massage, and how manipulation through of credits for transfer. e Academy expects that all massage can affect the functioning of various systems. required transcripts will be received within 30 days of Topics include molecular, cellular, tissue, organ, and the first date of a student’s class attendance. Students organ system levels of organization. Lab time will who have not complied with this requirement may be be incorporated into the lecture courses as needed. terminated. Labs include identification and dissection of various Enrollment Procedure: e Academy of Natural structures using models to enhance the students’ erapy does not observe open enrollment. After understanding and visual imagery of the systems, their submitting an application, a prospective student must locations, and the interaction between them. complete an acceptance interview with a representative 100 Clock Hrs./10 Qtr. Credit Hrs. of the Academy of Natural erapy. During this Prerequisite: None interview, the Director or representative will ensure that the prospective student has no foreseeable SWM-210 Swedish Massage circumstances or obstacles that would prevent the e foundations of many massage techniques stem student from successfully completing the Massage from the techniques used in Swedish massage. e erapy Program. In addition, in this interview the movement techniques help the student develop basic Director and/or representative will be able to clarify massage strokes, body centering, and palpation of what the student can expect from the Academy and muscles.This course also covers body mechanics, what the Academy expects from the student during draping, the use of oils and lotions, introduction to the course of their training. After references are client interaction, introduction to manual healing checked, the student will then be notified whether or therapy, and touch as a healing modality. not they have been accepted. e student then signs 60 Clock Hrs./4 Qtr. Credit Hrs. an enrollment contract to secure placement in class, Prerequisite: None clarify method of payment, and clarification and clear understanding of all policies and procedures. BIO-210 Kinesiology Graduation Requirements Kinesiology is the science depicting the relationship between muscles and human movement. is course Students must satisfactorily complete all course work identifies the origin, insertion, and action of individual and maintain a minimum GPA of .. Students must muscles and muscle groups. ese concepts are essential satisfy all financial obligations to the school. Students for developing a clear understanding of how muscles must complete all Clinic Practical Hours and all function in health, injury, and exercise physiology. hands-on massage work. Satisfactorily completion of Students also explore how to provide training advice for pre- all course work and the award of a Certificate are based rehabilitation, rehabilitation, and healthy living. Students upon the student’s demonstrated ability, understanding have many hands-on, palpation skill training activities to of material presented, and overall capacity to perform strengthen their knowledge of muscle locations. therapeutic massage techniques in the manner and at 60 Clock Hrs./6 Qtr. Credit Hours the level of competence established by the Academy of Prerequisite: None Natural erapy. 24 www.natural-therapy.com www.natural-therapy.com 25 Massage Therapy Program
CHM-210 Chair Massage RFL-220 Reflexology Chair massage is a comfortable and convenient way Reflexology has been used for centuries as a tool to expose clients to massage. Clients remain clothed to help heal the body as a whole. Students are taught and are seated in a specially designed chair to receive the an introduction to this ancient healing technique. massage. is course teaches the student how to do a Reflexology has been used to increase body functions and -minute chair massage routine that includes the with reflex point stimulation on the hands and feet. back, arms, hands, posterior neck, and scalp. Students Students learn proper body mechanics, zone therapy, learn a Shiatsu Kata, which is a -minute acupressure and full session reflexology procedures. routine specifically designed for the massage chair. 40 Clock Hours/3 Qtr. Credit Hours is course also explores marketing, supplies,contra Prerequisite: Swedish Massage or Instructor approval indications, benefits, pay scale, ergonomic solutions, and therapist body mechanics. e student will also be able to think through the process of how to adapt other methods of massage and supportive work to the chair position, such as stretching, Neuromuscular, and Trigger Point erapies. 32 Clock Hrs./2 Qtr. Credit Hrs. Prerequisite: Swedish Massage or concurrent enrollment NMT-220 Neuromuscular erapy is advanced bodywork class deepens the student’s understanding of muscular functions and dysfunctions, chronic pain and injury rehabilitation, and recognizing postural distortions and the techniques to correct them. Students cover procedures to release the muscles of the lumbar spine, thoracic spine, cervical spine, head, and extremities. Students learn in-depth postural analysis, assisted stretching, muscle energy technique, myofascial release, and deep tissue massage releases. 80 Clock Hrs./5 Qtr. Credit Hrs. SHM-220 Shiatsu Prerequisite: Swedish Massage, Kinesiology, Shiatsu, the healing art of massage originating in Anatomy & Physiology or concurrent enrollment the Orient, is thousands of years old. It is based on the TPT-220 Trigger Point erapy theory and philosophy of acupuncture, which views the body-mind as an integrated whole as it is nourished by Trigger points are a major cause of chronic muscular our fundamental chi or energy. Oriental healing art pain. is course helps the student identify when a TP theory states that rivers of chi (meridians) run through is responsible for the pain as well as how to successfully the body and are related to the different organs. Along release TP in connective tissue. Deep-release methods those meridians are points of contact called tsubos, and supportive work are the focus of this introductory which are doorways to the different organs. Shiatsu course to deep-tissue massage. Techniques covered massage is the art of gentle manipulation using hands, include ischemic compression, muscle stripping, fingers, and feet pressure to these various points, or muscle energy technique, and positional release to aid tsubos, which influence the chi flow throughout the in the permanent recovery of soft tissue trigger points. body and create balance and harmony to the entire 44 Clock Hours/3 Qtr. Credit Hours system. is course provides the student with an Prerequisite: Swedish Massage, Kinesiology, or introduction to oriental healing theory. Emphasis is instructor approval on the practical application of shiatsu. Incorporation
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of the history of shiatsu, and specific point and meridian MAN-140 Entrepreneurship patterns as well as floor and table applications make this is course focuses on the basics for sole a wonderful introduction to this ancient healing art. entrepreneurship. Students learn insurance billing, 40 Clock Hours/3 Qtr. Credit Hours business plans, success strategies, advertising, Prerequisite: Swedish Massage, Anatomy & marketing, billing, fees, locations, bookkeeping, tax Physiology or Instructor approval information, basic business licensing, and sales tax. 36 Clock Hours/. Qtr. Credit Hours Prerequisite: None SPM-210 Sports Massage Since Roman and Greek times massage has been used to prevent and treat athletic injuries and to help improve athletic performance. Many professional athletes, including the U.S. Olympic team, readily use sports massage. Its acceptance as an effective means of sports enhancement is apparent across a wide variety of professionals at varying levels of competition. is class provides an introduction into the practice of sports massage for students who choose to continue in this field. Students are taught pre-, post-, and inter- competition techniques. In addition, they learn the theoretical correlation between Massage erapy and enhanced performance, injury prevention, and reduction of injury severity and recovery time. 40 Clock Hours/3 Qtr. Credit Hours Prerequisite: Swedish Massage, Anatomy & Physiology, and Instructor approval. HYD-210 Hydrotherapy Hydrotherapy encompasses the use of water for healing SPE -130 Communication Skills purposes. e use of water as a clinical tool is demonstrated, is course focuses on learning and applying along with various mud and herbal body wraps. Students interpersonal communication skills such as active are taught the effectiveness of enhancing range of motion listening, I messages, and conflict resolution. Students and assisting in muscle release in a -degree pool located receive an introduction to the basic concepts in on the premises. is class is designed to provide the therapeutic dialogue as they relate to the client- student with a complete review of the science, practice, and therapist relationship. Self-awareness and exploration techniques of hydrotherapy in relation to the anatomical are taught and experienced as a focus for the art of and physiological systems of the body. self-help. Students learn to recognize the red flags of 40 Clock Hours/3 Qtr. Credit Hours communication problems and professional burnout and Prerequisite: Swedish Massage or Instructor approval learn how to correct them. Students are also trained to recognize the warning signs of mental health trauma HWE-210 Herbs & Nutrition and when to make appropriate referrals to qualified A large part of being a Massage erapist is having professionals. Ethics, empathy, and compassionate an understanding of what constitutes a healthy and regard for the client will also be included. comfortable body. Working on the muscles through 40 Clock Hours/4 Qtr. Credit Hours manipulation, trigger points, and reflexology gives Prerequisite: None the therapist many signals of stress related and
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be done and reported regularly to the Clinic Mentors and are recorded by the Student Coordinator. A pass or fail grade is received for Practical Hours completed in the allotted time by receiving or giving massage at least every 2 weeks and by the practical evaluations done by the Clinic Mentors on a regular basis to monitor progress. e goal with practical hours is to give students an opportunity to work in real-world massage situations with the support of Instructors to guide them in the perfection of the skills it takes to be a competent and successful Massage erapists. Students may receive a Certificate of Completion in Reflexology or Chair massage by completing 50 of their hours in either of these disciplines and by following the procedures to apply for and fulfill the requirements of this certification. Off-site chair hours will not be included in the total practical hours unless supervised nutritionally based conditions. is course provides by an instructor. basic understanding of nutrition and health in a 280 Clock Hours/9 Qtr. Credit Hours wellness model as students learn nutrition basics and Prerequisite: Swedish Massage, concurrent the correlation between stress and health. Students enrollment or Instructor approval also learn the relationship between life-style and PDI wellness. Specific remedies within the scope of -220 Prenatal, Delivery, Infant Massage practice for Massage erapists to create general well e birth year is a year of tremendous change being for our clients are also covered. for a woman’s body and mind. is course shows 40 Clock Hours/3.5 Qtr. Credit Hours students how to do safe, supportive massage to relieve Prerequisite: None the physical discomforts of pregnancy, assist in a meaningful way during labor and delivery, and help in BIO-230 Pathology the recovery process following birth. Students learn It is necessary for a Massage erapist to be able contraindications to prenatal massage and positioning to identify pathological conditions in a therapeutic concerns during the trimesters. Students also learn the setting. is course enables students to identify these benefits and applied techniques of infant massage. conditions and determine if they are contraindicated 24 Clock Hours/1.5 Qtr. Credit Hours in bodywork. Students will also cover prescription Prerequisite: Swedish Massage or Instructor approval medicines and possible adverse reactions to massage. 44 Clock Hours/4 Qtr. Credit Hours Prerequisite: Anatomy & Physiology or concurrent enrollment, or Instructor approval CPM-280 Clinic Practical During the year, students complete 280 hours of hands on practice in a clinic setting. Students accumulate these hours by working on and receiving from one another, instructors, subjects during scheduled times at Eaton erapeutic Center. All practical hours are to be done in approved sites and supervised by Clinic Mentors (specialized instructors). Hours must
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his program provides graduates with Course Course Clock Credit Prefix Title Hours Hours Tthe advanced business knowledge and NMT-240 Advanced Neuromuscular erapy I 40 3 communication skills necessary to expand and NMT-260 Advanced Neuromuscular erapy II 40 3 create successful and professional Massage LDM-240 Lymphatic Drainage Massage 40 3 erapy clinics. e AMT Certificate Program MED-240 Medical Massage 40 3 goes beyond the basics of business practices for MAN-210 Operations & Clinical Management 80 6 a large clinic or day spa. In addition, students MKT-210 Marketing 40 3 will learn to address more difficult treatment PHT-240 Progressive Health Tech. 40 3 situations. Graduates will be able to implement NUT-240 Advanced Nutrition 40 3 detailed assessment, therapeutic movements, ENG-220 English Composition 40 3 body strengthening and advanced hands-on TEM-220 Teaching Methods 40 3 techniques to address more advanced and Students will choose one of the two tracks: complicated musculoskeletal dysfunction. e Spa Track Advanced Massage erapist will expand their HYD-260 Advanced Hydrotherapy 40 3 horizons with bodywork, spa, and nutritional ARO-260 Aromatherapy 40 3 evaluation techniques that will complement WFM-260 Water Flow Massage 40 3 traditional Massage erapy interventions. WST-260 World Class Spa Treatments 40 3 Rehab Track Upon completion of this program the graduate will receive an Advanced Massage erapy MOT-260 Movement erapy 40 3 Certificate of Completion. ORM-260 Orthopedic Massage 40 3 SNM-260 Massage for Special Needs 40 3 With the Academy of Natural erapy’s ATP-260 Advanced Trigger Point erapy 40 3 long history of producing outstanding 600 Clock Hours/45 Quarter Credit Hours therapists, this well developed program is Normal Program Length is 9 months (3 quarters) directed at therapists who would like to take
their education to the next level. e Advanced Spa Track Tuition Rehab Track Tuition Massage erapy Program focuses on working Tuition $8,100 Tuition $8,100 therapists and the motivated recent graduates Books/Supplies $600 Books/Supplies $600 Adv. Hydrotherapy/Supplies $600 Aromatherapy Supplies $125 who are interested in intense, organized study Total Program Costs $8,900 Total Program Costs $8,700 in a wide variety of topics to improve their abilities. is program will further enhance the Massage erapist’s ability to help their clients on many levels of healing not usually included in basic training. 28 www.natural-therapy.com 29 Advanced Massage Therapy Program Advanced Massage Therapy Program
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New Applicants: Our advanced program is selective NMT-240 Advanced Neuromuscular erapy I and enrollment is reserved for Massage erapist is course examines in detail the cause and effect of graduate. If you are a new applicant, please refer to Neuromuscular injuries. Relevant concepts will include the admission requirement section. As covered in the postural positions, nerve interruption locations, deep- admission section, new applicants will be reviewed tissue myofascial release, advanced injury assessment, and their previous education will be transferred and palpating techniques. in where applicable. e sections on enrollment 40 Clock Hours/3 Qtr. Credit Hours procedure, registration, equal opportunity, and Prerequisite: Completion of 500 hour Massage erapy facilities will apply to this program if you are a new Program or Instructor approval applicant. Applications may be made by mail or by NMT visiting a web site at www.naturaltherapy.com. -260 Advanced Neuromuscular erapy II is course further examines advanced techniques Requirements: Applicants must be 18 years of age, as they relate to special populations. Abnormalities physically able, with the ability to read, write, and commonly found in clients from infants to older adults understand the English language. Completion of at will be explored with actual problem case studies. least a 500 hour Massage erapy Certificate Program Special case investigations and field trips give students a or Instructor approval is not required for application, wide perspective of experience and opportunity to assist but must be obtained prior to beginning classes. people in need. 40 Clock Hours/3 Qtr. Credit Hours Transcript Requirements: Applicants are required to Prerequisite: Completion of 500 hour Massage erapy submit an OFFICIAL copy of a 500 hour Massage Program or Instructor approval erapy Certificate Program prior to commencement of classes. Additionally, students requesting transfer LDM-240 Lymphatic Drainage Massage of credit are required to submit official transcripts Lymphatic Drainage Massage (LDM), is a gentle, from all institutions attended prior to evaluation rhythmic style, of massage that mimics the action of of acceptability of credits for transfer. All required the lymphatic system and uses precise rhythm and transcripts will be received within 30 days of the first pressure to open the initial lymphatics and stimulate date of a student’s class attendance. Students who lymph vessel contraction to reduce edema. Edema is have not complied with this requirement may be an unusual accumulation of fluid in soft tissues that terminated. can be temporary and mild, or serious such as chronic lymphedema. In this class, students review the anatomy and physiology of the lymphatic system, theories related to the use of LDM, indications and contraindications, and basic techniques. 40 Clock Hours/3 Credit Hours Prerequisite: Completion of 500 hour Massage erapy Program or Instructor Approval
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MED-240 Medical Massage technologies. Students enhance their ability to help their clients heal, utilizing these technologies as a Medical Massage is therapeutic bodywork delivered compliment to traditional Massage erapy. in a medical setting, under the direction of a doctor or other health care providers. Medical Massage has 40 Clock Hours/3 Qtr. Credit Hours advanced training in massage techniques, pathology Prerequisite: Completion of 500 hour Massage and contraindications, medical communication erapy Program or Instructor approval and documentation, insurance billing, professional NUT-240 Advanced Nutrition ethics, and legal issues. Medical Massage is rapidly becoming more recognized and desired by health care It is said that nutrition is the foundation of health. professionals. In this class the study of nutrition principles as they 40 Clock Hours/3 Qtr. Credit Hours Prerequisite: apply to the promotion of optimal health and disease Completion of 500 hour Massage erapy Program or Instructor approval. MAN-210 Operations and Clinical Management is course emphasizes small business principles in a massage clinic environment. Topics include the hiring and firing of employees, employment laws and regulations. Students learn all aspects of running a successful massage clinic. Topics covered include supervisory skills, payroll, marketing, financing, corporations, professional business relationships, laundry services, and the equipment needed. 80 Clock Hours/6 Qtr. Credit Hours Prerequisite: Completion of 500 hour Massage erapy Program or Instructor approval MKT-210 Marketing is course covers an in-depth investigation of marketing methods, institutions, and practices. is covered. Review of materials such as nutritional Content area includes product concept and design, concepts, individual nutrients, nutritional assessment, distribution, alternatives, promotion and advertising and intervention during disease. Learning to promote programs, and pricing decisions. It has an emphasis health for oneself and also for clients is essential for on the psychology of consumer needs, customer continuing a healthy practice.Current research & satisfaction, and customer retention. practical application presented. 40 Clock Hours/3 Qtr. Credit Hours 40 Clock Hours/3 Qtr. Credit Hours Prerequisite: Completion of 500 hour Massage Prerequisite: Completion of 500 hour Massage erapy Program or Instructor approval Program or Instructor approval PHT-240 Progressive Health Technology ENG-220 English Composition In today’s electronic age there are many tools available This class focuses on written composition styles to the Massage erapist that enhance circulation, including analytical, evaluative, and persuasive/ cleanse the body, and reduce pain and inflammation. argumentative. A minimum of 5 compositions will Students learn state of the art technology for healing, be written in these styles. This course emphasizes including cleansing units, cold laser therapy, and the planning, writing, and revising of compositions other electric and machine oriented natural healing including the development of critical and logical
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thinking skills, techniques, and creation. Essay valuable tool for healing and pampering for our clients. and article writing, and research presentations with is course focuses mainly on the spa treatments for an emphasis on massage oriented material will also health and beauty that you can add to your menu of enhance the student’s writing ability as it relates services, many of which can be done without a shower to professional literature. Educating companies or water on the premises. e treatments learned and groups on stress and the benefits of massage include full body, facial, feet, and hands. education is a popular way to introduce clients and 40 Clock Hours/3 Qtr. Credit HoursPrerequisite: businesses to our profession. Completion of 500 hour Massage erapy Program 40 Clock Hours/3 Qtr. Credit Hours or Instructor approval Prerequisite: Completion of 500 hour Massage Therapy Program or Instructor approval ARO-260 Aromatherapy Enter the world of healing plant essences with this introductory aromatherapy course. Students learn the history of essential oils, taxonomy, botanical names, and “All the Myo training I chemotypes. is course covers the physiology of the olfactory system and the effect it has on the mind body relationship. Students learn to blend and apply oils to received was superb – the address a variety of health conditions. Introducing essential oils into a variety of modalities including hands on was thorough and massage, reflexology, and energy work will also be taught. e course work involves group interaction and hands-on practical application experiences. taught by caring and talented 40 Clock Hours/3 Qtr. Credit Hours Prerequisite: Completion of 500 hour Massage staff – EXCELLENT!!!” Therapy program or Instructor approval WFM-260 Water Flow Massage Diana Martin, graduate, C.M.T., Cheyenne, WY 40 Clock Hours/3 Qtr. Credit Hours Water therapy and massage combine to create a wonderful and relaxing technique that is pampering TEM-220 Teaching Methods and very healing. Especially effective for individuals who require deep muscle relaxation without invasive is course prepares the advanced student for entry pressure. Contraindications, water safety, sanitation, into the teaching profession. Teaching styles, learning and therapist body mechanics will be thoroughly styles, and different educational techniques will be covered. Students practice in the Academy’s therapy presented. Preparation for lesson plans, syllabus, and pool and local swimming pool. In addition, students course design to follow objectives, competencies, and learn the practice of stillness and water breathing in mission statements. It will conclude with techniques a grounded presence while floating their client in the of utilization of course materials to their maximum water. Water Flow techniques include passive range of potential. motion and gentle stretching. 40 Clock Hours/3 Qtr. Credit Hours Prerequisite: Completion of 500 hour Massage Prerequisite: Completion of 500 hour Massage erapy Program or Instructor approval erapy Program or Instructor approval Spa Track WST-260 World Class Spa Treatments This class will encompass the newest and HYD-260 Advanced Hydrotherapy brightest spa treatments to help students develop is class is designed to promote hydrotherapy as a and create treatments for clientele that will keep the
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student’s practice fresh. World famous treatments extraordinary people such as disabled children, will also be covered. This class will be continually elderly, handicapped and injured. changing year by year as the industry changes. It 40 Clock Hours/3 Qtr. Credit Hours may entail types of spa’s, spa treatments, client care Prerequisite: Completion of 500 hour Massage techniques, treatment formulas, and better business erapy Program, Deep Tissue Massage or Instructor practices. approval 40 Clock Hours/3 Qtr. Credit Hours Prerequisite: Completion of 500 hour Massage ATP-260 Advanced Trigger Point erapy Therapy Program or Instructor approval Myofascial trigger points are frequently overlooked Rehab Track as a source of pain and dysfunction. Trigger points create many health problems that are often MOT-260 Movement erapies misdiagnosed for other disease processes because of the referral pain patterns. is course covers some of is class combines student learning with client the advanced pain patterns and symptoms of primary education/rehabilitation techniques. Students study and secondary TP’s and the satellite trigger points common movements their clients experience in every day that can cause various symptoms. is course also life. Students learn to identify the kinesiology and anatomy covers perpetuating factors, advanced pain patterns, of these movements. An understanding will be developed how to deactivate TP’s and what to do to prevent about how these movements performed repetitively can redevelopment of these pain patterns. contribute to postural dysfunction that can lead to pain 40 Clock Hours/3 Qtr. Credit Hours and discomfort. e student experientially learns different Prerequisite: Completion of 500 hour Massage movement exercises, stretches, and strengthening exercises erapy Program, Neuromuscular erapy or that will be used in the clinical setting to help the client Instructor approval rehabilitate muscles, and muscle groups, that may be weak and chronically short and tight. Functional fitness will be explored to enhance balance and stability. 40 Clock Hours/3 Qtr. Credit Hours Prerequisite: Completion of 500 hour Massage erapy Program or Instructor approval ORM-260 Orthopedic Massage 40 Clock Hours/3 Qtr. Credit Hours Orthopedic massage involves techniques including therapeutic assessment skills, manipulation, and movement of soft tissues to reduce pain and dysfunction. Using multidisciplinary methods to restore structural balance throughout the body, students learn to focus on prevention and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal dysfunction, chronic and acute pain, and many injuries. Prerequisite: Completion of 500 hour Massage erapy Program, Deep Tissue Massage or Instructor approval SNM-260 Massage for Special Needs e purpose of this course is to address a non- typical client who could benefit from Massage erapy. Different massage techniques, transferring techniques, intake, contraindications to help those 32 www.natural-therapy.com 33 Surrounding Area
Northern Colorado trails. ere are numerous paved trails throughout the city that are ideal for outdoor recreation. Visit the Poudre Eaton Canyon, where more hiking trails, campgrounds, fishing Historic homes on tree lined streets and the and white-water rafting adventures await you. growth of new neighborhoods mark the past and Fort Collins’ “Old-Town”, offers many great restaurants present of Eaton. Located at the edge of the Great and pubs with exciting nightlife. is is the setting for the Plains, but easily accessible to the Rocky Mountains, New-West Fest and Oktoberfest celebrations, where you Eaton has something to offer everybody. Our can find a variety of outdoor performances, a bazaar and bustling small town atmosphere features financial family activities right in the center of town! services, medical care, grocery shopping, hardware stores, golf, organized sports, recreation facilities, playgrounds and an excellent school system. Each July residents and visitors enjoy Eaton Community Days; a three day festival. Come and watch the parade, swirl at the street dance, visit craft booths, see the fireworks show or grab a cool drink. Our area enjoys moderate summer and winter temperatures and an average of 341 days of sunshine, with 335 snow-free days. Weld County information can be found at www.gwedap.org. Greeley Greeley is the largest city neighboring Eaton, located only 8 miles to the south. It is home to over 85,000 permanent residents, plus an additional Fort Collins is located about 25 miles northwest of Eaton. 10,000 college students. ere are plenty of ere are upwards of 140,000 residents here, plus two large community-sponsored annual events including the colleges in Fort Collins. Front Range Community College Arts Picnic, Cinco De Mayo Celebration, Greeley offers a variety of vocational degrees and four associate Jazz Festival and the nationally acclaimed Greeley degree programs. Colorado State University is one of the top Independence Stampede. Residents enjoy many ranked universities in the state and offers 74 undergraduate, national performers and two local orchestras at 95 graduate, and 10 professional programs. the Union Colony Civic Center. A wide variety of For additional information about Fort Collins, contact shopping outlets and restaurants can be found. Fort Collins Chamber of Commerce at (970) 482-3746 or e University of Northern Colorado (UNC), on the Web at www.fcgov.com and Aims Community College are located here. Loveland e UNC hosts a wide variety of entertaining social events including concerts, art exhibits, dances, Loveland is a vibrant community with a small town plays and musicals. Many of these events are free of feel. e arts are alive and well from small venues like charge and open to the public. the restored Rialto theater to e Ranch, which attracts major national performers. Loveland has many art galleries Greeley is centrally located to downtown Denver, and annually hosts the International Sculpture Show, and Denver International Airport, Rocky Mountain major event for the community. Residents enjoy lots of National Park, Fort Collins and Cheyenne, WY. new shopping opportunities as well as easy access to the For additional information on Greeley contact mountain adventure up the Big ompson Canyon. Visit the Chamber of Commerce at (970) 352-3567, Loveland online at www.ci.loveland.co.us . www.greeleychamber.com. Photo: Centennial Village, Greeley Fort Collins If the outdoor life is for you, Fort Collins offers many fun opportunities. e area offers boating, dozens of hiking, running and mountain biking 32 www.natural-therapy.com 33 Faculty and Administration Faculty and Administration
FACULTY Pat Farrenkopf, BS, R.D. Instructor Herbs and Nutrition and Advanced Nutrition Dorothy Mongan, L.C.M.T., AAS Pat is originally from Pennsylvania where she received Founder and Vice President, and her BS in Nutrition, emphasis Clinical Dietetics, from Instructor Pennsylvania State University. Following graduation she Massage Therapy has been a lifetime career completed her internship at Weld County General Hospital for Dorothy. Her mother was a herbologist, (now Northern Colorado Medical Center) in Greeley, CO. reflexologist, and massage therapist as taught She continued working at NCMC as a clinical dietitian by the old German modalities. Dorothy was working with patients in an acute hospital setting for eight taught all this and practiced her skills from years then changed directions. For the past nineteen years a very young age. Her joy in life comes she as been in private practice using holistic methods and from helping others to gain a healthy life. approaches to help people achieve optimal health through Dorothy got her first degree in massage at nutrition and healthy lifestyle choices. the Swedish Institute School for Massage in Instructor Herbs and Nutrition and Advanced Nutrition 1985. She followed that up with a one on one experience for seven years with the legendary Paul Witt, CMT, NCTMB Instructor Dr. Sole. Through that she developed her Paul has been studying and practicing massage therapy since own technique and is in the process of 1983 and developing and teaching classes since 1989. Besides publishing her own book and video called teaching at the massage school level, he has also presented the Dr. Sole Technique. She keeps a busy educational seminars at state and regional conferences. He is schedule massaging her loyal clients every a strong advocate in educational excellence. day. She is always studying something Instructor- Anatomy & Physiology, Kinesiolgy, and new and is experienced with the St John’s Movement erapies. Institute techniques. Dorothy also spends a lot of her time in nutritional counseling Jane Crumley, CMT Student Coordinator, and has practiced Contact Reflex Analysis Instructor and Clinic Mentor Supervisor testing for over 12 years. Dorothy received Jane has been an instructor at ANT since 1999 and a her Associates degree from Aims Community therapist since 1994. Jane has worked as a CAN and Xray College in 1992. In the free time Dorothy tech. in a hospital setting. Jane is active in her community and has, between teaching and working, she is a volunteer at the safe house for women and children. Jane enjoys playing with her grandchildren and teaches all the Swedish Massage and Pathology courses and sewing. Dorothy started Eaton Therapeutic Hydrotherapy for the afternoon and evening sections. Center in 1985 and she founded the Academy of Natural Therapy in 1989. Dorothy has Eric L’Orange, MS Instructor taught almost all classes in the Massage Therapy program at least once but now she BA–Colorado State University – Exercise science and sports focuses on teaching Neuromuscular Therapy, Medicine; MS–University of Northern Colorado -Prevention Advanced Neuromuscular Therapy I & II, and Rehabilitative exercise; Work experience - Health clubs, and Progressive Health Technology. Rehab center sand a trainer and fitness consultant. Eric has been in the health and fitness industry for over 20 years. He brings practical real world application of knowledge to the classroom. Eric is a Kinesiology instructor.
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Deborah Todd, CMT, NCTMB Bradley D. Laber, BA, CMT, Director of Clinic Mentor and Instructor Instructional Affairs, Assistant to the BA–eater and sociology; CMT–Certified mas- Director, Instructor, and Clinic Mentor sage therapist; NCTMB–National certification for Bradley’s father is a veterinarian and Bradley was therapeutic massage and body work. Her love for fascinated with the components of the bodies he saw emotional healing and personal growth is what ever since he was a child. Bradley studied Kinesiology, drove her to massage therapy as a career. Instructor: Fitness and Exercise. He received his Bachelors from Hydrotherapy, Prenatal, Delivery, and Infant Massage, the University of Northern Colorado in 1992. He Communication Skills, Chair Massage and in the graduated with Lambda Sigma Tau, a chemistry Advanced Massage Program she teaches the Advanced honors program. Hydrotherapy course. For the last seven years, Deborah Bradley graduated the Boulder School of Massage has been a successful full time Massage erapist at erapy with honors in 1996. For two years after Eaton erapeutic Center. She has been of substantial graduation he was a Teacher in Training with the value to student’s education with her life experiences Anatomiken Program (an anatomy program that and devotion to this profession and her students. students build muscles with clay). By 2001 Bradley was teaching 3 different classes, was a Student Mentor, an Andy Duncan, CMT Instructor Internship Coordinator, and a Clinic Supervisor. Andyis a certified massage therapist and licensed Bradley joined the staff at the Academy of Natural acutherapist. He studied massage at the Academy erapy in November 2005 and his life experiences, of Natural erapy. Andy received his acutherapy skills, and enthusiasm has been a very welcomed license through Dr Springfield’s course at Aims addition. He works full time at the school and has also Community College. He has successfully utilized been teaching Pathology, Kinesiology, and Trigger acutherapy in treating such ailments as asthma, Point erapy. migraine headaches, tendonitis, and allergies. He Instructor, Pathology, Kinesiology, and Trigger Point uses this knowledge of acutherapy and Oriental medicine in pursuit of his acupuncture license through his apprenticeship of with Dr. Springfield. Andy frequently performs sports massage on a wide array of recreational and competitive athletes as a member ADMINISTR ATION of the Rocky Mountain Connection sports massage team. He was one of the official massage therapists for Jeremiah James Mongan: Executive Director the Colorado Eagles professional hockey team during their inaugural 2003-4 seasons. Jennifer Mongan: Assistant Director Instructor- Shiatsu-sports massage Bradley Laber: Director of Instructor Affairs Denise White, CMT, Instructor and Clinic Mentor Denise has been connected with Massage erapy for over 15 years. After leaving a management position Jane Crumley: Director of Student Affairs at a supermarket chain, she attended e Academy of and Clinic Mentor Natural erapy as a top student. She graduated in 2004 and now has her own thriving Massage erapy Dr. Ilisha Newhouse: Director of Financial Aid practice. Her business experience, organization skills, and Massage experience help her to be a successful instructor of the Entrepreneurship class here at the Academy of Natural erapy. Instructor, Entrepreneurship
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Academy of Natural Therapy is approved and regulated by the Colorado Department of Higher Education, Private Occupational School Board
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