Holistic Wellness Certificate
Holistic Wellness Certificate Program
Holistic health and wellness is a state of well-being which brings about an optimal level of physical, mental, and spiritual functioning. Because of the nature of some programs, more emphasis may be placed on one of the main components of holistic health and wellness. However, each holistic workshop is designed to encompass mind, body, and spirit. The hours may be applied towards satisfying some of the training requirements for a massage technician license, if desired. A certificate of completion will be awarded upon successful completion of 25 hours or more of instruction. The certificate program must be completed within a three-year period. Programs are subject to cancellation if minimum enrollment is not met. If a participant is not interested in the Wellness Certificate, these programs may be taken on an individual basis. Attendance at all meetings is required to obtain instruction hours towards the Wellness Certificate. Each program’s hours may be applied only once towards the certificate. The National Certification Board of Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB) does not recognize these workshops for Continuing Education Hours required for NCBTMB Certified Massage Therapist unless otherwise noted.
| Golden West College Community Services is an approved school recognized by the National Certification Board of Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB), school ID number 322303. It is also recognized by the Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals (ABMP), school ID number 246975. |
CranioSacral Therapy ShareCare
Six Holistic Wellness Certificate hours
Participants with no background in this area are welcome.
In this workshop you will learn CranioSacral techniques to release tensions deep in the central nervous system so that every system in the body can relax and self-correct. It helps you naturally free yourself from pain, stress and discomfort. Hours may be used as six Holistic Wellness hours or six Hours of Continuing Education. This program qualifies for CEU’s for LMT, OT and RN medical professions. An $18 fee for a study guide is payable at the first meeting.
Program fee $69
2 meetings
Mondays, Sep 27 & Oct 4
6:30 - 9:30 pm
Community Center 103
5257.101
Presenter: Jill K. Mabry, CST - Is an advanced CranioSacral Therapist, certified as both a CST presenter and as a CranioSacral Therapist. She specializes in CranioSacral Therapy (CST) with a private practice at Hoag Hospital’s Women’s Wellness Center. She is a member of the Upledger Institute’s Bureau of Professional Presenters.
Head, Neck, & Shoulder Massage
Six Holistic Wellness Certificate hours
Learn basic Swedish massage and acupressure techniques that will help reduce the tightness and minor aches and pains in the high-tension areas of the head, neck, and shoulders. In this “hands-on” workshop you will be introduced to self-massage, and learn massage methods that can give relief to friends and loved ones. Bring a towel and wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing. A $5 fee for materials is payable at the workshop.
Program fee $62
1 meeting
Saturday, Oct 2
10 am - 4:30 pm
Community Center 102
5306.101
Presenter: Gretchen Thomas - Is a Nationally Certified and Licensed Massage Therapist and Acupressure Practitioner who has been teaching bodywork for several years.
Introduction to Acupressure
Six Holistic Wellness Certificate hours
Acupressure is the ancient healing art that uses the fingers and thumbs to press key points on the body to stimulate the body’s natural self-curative abilities. This workshop introduces the theories of “chi” and 14 energy meridians. Participants will learn practical techniques that can be used on themselves or others. The “hands-on” portion of this workshop will be performed on massage tables. Resource fact sheets charting the meridians and common points will be provided. Bring a beach towel or sheet and wear loose, comfortable clothing. A $5 fee for materials is payable at the workshop.
Program fee $62
1 meeting
Saturday, Nov 20
10 am - 4:30 pm
Community Center 103
4811.101
Presenter: Gretchen Thomas - Is a Nationally Certified and Licensed Massage Therapist and Acupressure Practitioner who has been teaching bodywork for several years.
Reflexology II
Six Holistic Wellness Certificate hours
Prerequisite: Completion of Introduction to Hand, Foot & Ear Reflexology
Stimulate your body’s own healing power using the ancient natural body therapy of 
Reflexology. In this advanced workshop we will be using Reflexology techniques to help address common ailments such as headache, backache, PMS, and stress. Aromatherapy use in Reflexology sessions will also be covered. Participants must bring a towel and pillow. A $6 materials fee is payable at the workshop.
Program fee $62
2 meetings
Mon & Wed, Sep 13 & 15
6:30 - 9:30 pm
Community Center 102
5311.101
Not available for online registration
Presenter: Kathleen Mondello - Is State Licensed and a Nationally Certified Holistic Bodyworker currently in practice in Orange County.
Swedish Massage Intensive
Six Holistic Wellness Certificate hours
Prerequisite: 100 hours massage training
This lively “hands-on” workshop is geared toward the massage participant or therapist who is interested in practicing and refining their massage skills. Topics covered include body mechanics and self-care, draping, universal precautions, and the opportunity to delve deeper into massage technique. A $6 materials fee is payable at the workshop.
Program fee $69
1 meeting
Saturday, Dec 4
10 am - 5 pm
Community Center 103
5357.101
Presenter: Kathleen Mondello - Is State Licensed and a Nationally Certified Holistic Bodyworker currently in practice in Orange County.
Holistic Aromatherapy
Nine Holistic Wellness Certificate hours
Aromatherapy is the art and science of using essential oils to promote physical, emotional, and spiritual healing. Essential oils are herbs in their most concentrated form, and herbal remedies are the roots from which modern medicine has risen. Become acquainted with thirty of these oils; learn their therapeutic properties and how to use them. You will create lotions, bath salts, massage oils, natural perfumes, and healing remedies to take home with you. A $15 materials fee is payable to the presenter at the first meeting.
Program fee $78
3 meetings
Mondays, Sep 20 - Oct 4
6:30 - 9:30 pm
Community Center 102
4785.101
Presenter: Deborah Halvorson, BA, RA - Is Registered Aromatherapist and Herbalist who has been working with essential oils for over 15 years. She is the California Director for the National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy and serves on NAHA’s Executive Board. She is also a member of Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals and the American Herbalists Guild.
Aromatherapy for the Chakras
Six Holistic Wellness Certificate hours
Prerequisite: Completion of Holistic Aromatherapy or equivalent experience
The spiritual energy centers of the body are known as the chakras in the ancient holistic healing system of Ayurveda. Keeping the chakras unblocked and balanced is helpful not only for physical health, but can also benefit the emotions, communication, and interpersonal relationships. This workshop will look at the seven major chakras and how to use essential oils to balance and unblock energy flow. Participants will create a “chakra blend” to take home. A $10 materials fee is payable to the presenter at the first meeting.
Program fee $62
2 meetings
Mondays, Oct 18 & 25
6:30 - 9:30 pm
Community Center 102
4690.101
Presenter: Deborah Halvorson, BA, RA - Is Registered Aromatherapist and Herbalist who has been working with essential oils for over 15 years. She is the California Director for the National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy and serves on NAHA’s Executive Board. She is also a member of Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals and the American Herbalists Guild.
Reiki
Twelve Holistic Wellness Certificate hours
Reiki is a powerful “hands-on” energy healing technique re-discovered by Dr. Mikao Usui in Japan in the early 1900’s. Practiced worldwide by practitioners who have been attuned and formally trained, Reiki is used primarily for stress reduction and relaxation. It is also used to help promote healing in a variety of conditions. Program includes the attunement process. Practitioner’s Certificate awarded. Attendance at first meeting is mandatory or participant may not attend second meeting. Bring a sack lunch.
Program fee $153
2 meetings
Sundays, Sep 26 & Oct 3
10 am - 5 pm
Community Center 103
4794.101
Presenter: Mary Titus - Is an RN, MBA, Reiki Master/Teacher, NLP Master Coach/Practitioner/Trainer, Clinical Hypnotherapist, Master Hypnotist/Trainer.
Introduction to Healing Touch
Six Holistic Wellness Certificate hours
Healing Touch is for any person who wants to enhance wellness in themselves and the lives of others by consciously using their hands in a heart-centered and intentional way to support and facilitate physical, emotional, mental and spiritual health. Healing Touch uses touch to influence the human energy system, specifically the energy field that surrounds the body, and the energy centers that control the energy flow from the energy field to the physical body. Wear comfortable clothing for “hands-on” experience both giving and receiving Healing Touch. A $5 materials fee is payable at the workshop.
Program fee $65
1 meeting
Sunday, Oct 10
9 am - 4 pm
Community Center 103
4792.101
Presenter: Rumi Hashimoto, MSN, RN, HTCP/I - Is a Holistic Nurse Practitioner with over 30 years of experience as a clinician and educator. Her life mission is to promote self-sustainable health by cultivating awareness, encouraging action, and building communities. She is a Certified Healing Touch Practitioner and Instructor.
Essential Lymphatic Performance
This unique program is designed for Massage Therapists, Aestheticians, Acupuncturists, Sports Doctors, Nurses, Physical Therapists, Coaches, Trainers, Cancer Survivors and those who are interested in health, beauty, recovery or immune system issues. Benefits of Essential Lymphatic Performance include:
- Strengthen and Unblock the Immune System
- Increase Health
- Enhance Natural Beauty
- Aid in Weight Loss – Cellulite – Detoxification
- Speed Recovery from Injury – Surgery – Overexertion
- Fight Disease Naturally
- Great for Fibromyalgia
- Immediately Measurable Results
- Non-invasive, Gentle, Release Work
- Reduces Pain & Swelling Rapidly
Hours may be used as 16 Holistic Wellness Certificate Hours or 16 CEU Units for National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB),
Provider #451062-09. Participants will work clothed. Wear comfortable, loose clothing. Additional information will be provided upon registration.
Program fee $226
2 meetings
Sat & Sun, Oct 9 & 10
9 am - 6 pm
Community Center 102
5370.101
Presenter: Teri Rogers - Acupressurist, Holistic Health Practitioner, Writer, Teacher, Healer and Naturopath. She has been studying massage and Eastern healing arts for 30 years throughout the U.S. and the Pacific Rim. She has taught massage and Eastern modalities for 26 years at several colleges, massage conferences and exclusive spas in
the U.S.