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Aroma Apothecary Healing Arts Academy
2008 Continuing Education

Chi Nei Tsang Level 1- Austin, Texas
In-classroom training (40 hour CE course)
Chi Nei Tsang is an ancient and powerful Taoist method of hands-on healing that works with the internal organs, acupressure meridians, five elements, the major systems of the body and balancing the emotions.
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Instructor: Shanti Dechen, senior instructor Universal Healing Tao
When: June 19-23 (10am-5pm)
Where: 321 W Ben White Blvd,
suite # 203 Austin TX
Tuition: $595 + $40 materials,
Payment plans are available: up to four monthly payments
($10 month carry over fee added;
3 months extra $30, 4 months extra $40)
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Clinical Aromatherapy Level 1 in-classroom
8 week course (24 hours in-classroom)
When: September 9 to October 28,2008
(Tuesday evenings, 6:30-9:30pm)
Where: 8100 Ganttcrest Drive, Austin, TX
Instructor: Shanti Dechen, certified aromatherapy instructor
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* Tuition: $595, $495 if paid by August 1, 2008
*Includes Clinical Aromatherapy Level 1–50hr course ($295 value)
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Essential oil kits especially designed for the Level 1 are an optional purchase.

Payment plans are available: up to four monthly payments
($10 month carry over fee added; 3 months extra $30, 4 months extra $40)
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6 Hour Classes
Tuition: $120.00, OR $99 paid 7 days in advance (*unless noted)

Aromatherapy First Aid
Learn how the incredible antiseptic, antibacterial, antiviral and analgesic components of essential oils and hydrosols can assist in alleviating headaches, muscle soreness, cramps and assist in healing cuts, wounds, insect or venomous bites, burns and rashes. Class will make a healing salve and hydrosol.
Instructor: Shanti Dechen, certified aromatherapy instructor, TX Dept of Health provider, NCBTMB practitioner and CE provider.
When: July 27, Sunday (12-6pm) ENROLL NOW!
Where: 8100 Ganttcrest Drive, Austin, TX
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Aromatherapy Face Rejuvenation
For thousands of years, the healing practices of acupressure and aromatherapy have helped promote healthy and vibrant skin. Learn the concepts behind giving an effective face massage that integrates acupressure, aromatherapy, and natural topical ingredients that nourish, protect, detoxify, hydrate, and tone several different skin types.
An easy-to-follow massage sequence combines the benefits of acupressure with aromatherapy to help prevent the onset of aging. Learn handmade recipes for facial masks, toners, and creams using essential oils, clay, nuts, fruit, and honey. The charts, text, and photos in the textbook provide an exceptional reference. This course is applicable to both private practice and spa settings.
When: September 14, Sunday (12-6pm)
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Instructor: Shanti Dechen, TX Dept of Health CE provider, NCBTMB practitioner and CE provider.
Where: Clear Springs Studio 605 Copeland Street, Austin, TX 78704
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* Tuition: $120 includes the book Facelift at your Fingertips; an Aromatherapy Massage Program for Healthy Skin and a Younger Face
* Aromatherapy Face Rejuvenation course is pending NCBTMB provider approval

Five Element Massage
Utilizing the principles of the five elements and applying essential oils to areas of the feet, hands, and ears to stimulating nerve and reflex synapses of the spine, internal organs, and other areas of the body.
When: October 19, Sunday (12-6pm)
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Instructor: Shanti Dechen, TX Dept of Health CE provider, NCBTMB practitioner and CE provider.
Where: Clear Springs Studio 605 Copeland Street, Austin, TX 78704
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Aromatherapy Stress Management
Using aromatherapy to rejuvenate a sense of balance; strengthening the body, mind and emotions. Learn to cope effectively with your daily life; family, school, or work situations with grace, ease, and loving kindness.
Instructor: Shanti Dechen, certified aromatherapy instructor, TX Dept of Health provider, NCBTMB practitioner and CE provider.
When: November 9, Sunday (12-6pm)
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Where: Clear Springs Studio 605 Copeland Street, Austin, TX 78704
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Yoga for Massage Therapists
Do you want to know a little more about how your body works? Learn useful body mechanics and re-educate your spine and core strength through yoga movements. Discover practical techniques to use at the massage table and in daily life. Most common injuries sustained by health care providers are musculoskeletal strains. Many injuries can be avoided by the conscious use of proper body mechanics when performing daily movements with proper alignment. All body types and levels of yoga training are welcome.
Instructor: Shanti Dechen, certified yoga instructor, TX Dept of Health CE provider, NCBTMB practitioner and CE provider.
When: January 18 & 25, 2009, Two Sundays (1-4pm) ENROLL NOW!
Location: Clear Springs Studio 605 Copeland Street, Austin, TX 78704
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* Yoga course is pending NCBTMB provider approval

Continuing Education Approved Provider
All aromatherapy courses are approved by the National Association of Holistic Aromatherapy.

All courses are approved for massage therapy continuing education by The National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork
unless noted.

All yoga, five element massage, stress management and all aromatherapy in-classroom courses are approved for massage therapy continuing education by the Texas Department of State Health Services.

how to enroll
1) Go to our online form or...
2) Print out our registration application (PDF-40K) and send with credit card info or check.

cancellation policy
If you cancel your registration with seven days notice or greater, you may receive a refund, minus the non-refundable deposit amount of $25. No refunds or credits will be given for a cancellation less than seven days prior to the start date or after a class or workshop has begun.

policy statement
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