Crystal Therapy Diploma Course

Prospectus

Aims and Objectives

The Crystal Therapy Training School – Wales aims to set and maintain the highest standards in training in Crystal Therapy. The 2 Year Diploma prepares students through a comprehensive and in depth study programme for a Diploma In Crystal Therapy

 

Resting on a firm body of practical and theoretical knowledge, the course is designed to support the individual in developing their own unique, intuitive expression as a practitioner. Part of this process is the personal  development and growth of the student as a therapist.

 

The study programme is structured to allow time for both theory and practical sessions and assessment. The course is taught within a relaxed, informal atmosphere with plenty of opportunity for discussion. Course content, structure and presentation is designed to provide an excellent training in all aspects of Crystal Therapy so practitioners graduate confident in their working knowledge and understanding of crystal therapy and are able to work competently and responsibly as a professional therapist.

 

Course Content

The course is divided into 14 modules which are completed over a two year period.

Attendance is for 12 weekends. 6 in the 1^st year and 6 in the 2^nd year. Each learning module is accompanied by comprehensive written notes/handouts/worksheets.

 

Module One – Crystal Therapy Introduction

·         The historical background of Crystal Therapy         

·         Introduction to the tools of Crystal Therapy

·         Preparing to work with crystals

·         Choosing, cleansing, charging and programming crystals

·         Attunement to the mineral kingdom and crystals,

·         Introduction to subtle bodies and energy systems

·         How crystals work with and affect the energy systems of the body

·         The importance of the personal development of the therapist/ self healing

·         The importance of grounding and balancing for client and therapist

·         Simple layouts for balancing energy

·         Sensitivity development with crystals

·         Practical sessions on the above.

 

Module Two - Crystallograpy / Scientific Background

·         Crystal systems

·         Crystal structure – structure of the earth

·         Types of crystal formation

·         Mining techniques

·         Recognition and chemical composition of commonly used crystals

·         Toxic and “enhanced” crystals

·         The Mohs scale

·         Handling, storage of crystals

·         Introduction to the syllabus list of gemstones and their properties

 

Module Three - The Chakra Energy system

·         Learning energy assessment techniques through the use of a crystal pendulum and basic muscle testing

·         Use of crystal pendulums and dowsing in therapeutic practice.  Assessment techniques for identifying chakra energy – dowsing, kinesiology, handscanning,

·         Theory of the chakra system and its function

·         In depth study of the chakra system :-

            Placement of the chakras in the body

            The physical correlation, associated organs and spinal alignment of each chakra
            The psychological correlations and areas of life consciousness of each chakra

           Physical and emotional indicators and symptoms of chakra imbalances

           Developmental stages of each chakra

           Recognising imbalance in the chakra system

          Techniques for correcting imbalances in the chakras

           Review of chakra balancing through colour, sound, and, crystals

           Chakra balancing healing techniques with crystals

Practical sessions on the above

 

Module Four - The Theory of Vibrational Medicine

·         Theory of vibrational medicine

·         Crystal therapy as part of vibrational medicine

·         Body Language – metaphysical understanding of the energetic root of physical/emotional conditions and how this impacts on the energy system.

·         The Body’s Energies - A study of the Auric Field and Subtle Energy Bodies.

·          Aura sensing techniques.

·         Crystal techniques for clearing and strengthening the aura and energy bodies

·         Basic gemstone layouts

·         Practical sessions on the above

 

Module Five - Introduction to Basic Anatomy and Physiology in Relation to Crystal Therapy

·          Anatomy and Physiology  - the major body systems

·         The Endocrine Gland system in relation to the Chakra System

·         Crystal configurations in healing

 

Module Six - Advanced Energy Balancing / Assessment Techniques  

·         Polarity balance of chakras

·         Posterior and anterior chakra balancing

·         Assessing in depth the functioning of a clients chakra system – dowsing chakra patterns, their meaning and significance

·         Crystal healing layouts

·         Crystal therapy procedures – configurations during treatment, position of crystals, laying on and removal of crystals

·         Absent/distant healing

·         Practical sessions on the above

 

Module Seven - Communication Skills and Therapy Practice

·         Setting up a therapy practice

·         Communication skills in Therapy

·         Role and responsibility of working as a crystal therapist

·         Client records

·         Ethics and Code of conduct

·         Setting up in practice and administration of a therapeutic practice

·         Practitioner/client relationship

·         Contra indications to crystal therapy

·         Client homecare / aftercare advice

 

Module Eight – Protection and Support for the Therapist and the Client

·         Exercises to heighten the sensitivity of practitioners

·         Protecting, strengthening and supporting the therapist’s energy field

·         Clearing the therapy environment

·         Recognising the symptoms of environmental, electromagnetic and physic stress

·         Healing crisis – how to deal with it – client advice

·         Protection techniques for therapy sessions

·         Exercises/techniques for clients to protect and strengthen their energy field

·         Maintaining a strong energy field as a therapist

·         Creating and maintaining a harmonious, therapeutic working environment

·         Practical sessions on the above

 

Module Nine - Subtle Anatomy

·         Subtle Energy Bodies – Understanding their placement and role in the energy system of the body

·         Specific crystals for re-balancing the subtle energy system

·         Crystal techniques for clearing, aligning and strengthening the physical and energetic body

·         Learning to scan the Aura and distinguish different energy bodies

·         Learning to sense and scan the body for blocked energy and pain – crystal techniques to release blocked energy

·         Clearing the energy field and protecting it from negative environments and vibration

·         Practical sessions on the above

  

Module Ten - Meridian System

·         Background and theory of the Meridian System

·         5 Element theory

·         Assessing element type

·         Identifying element imbalance

 

Module Eleven - Meridian System – Further Techniques

·         Study of each meridian

·         Dowsing meridian points

·         Crystal meridian therapy

·         Practical sessions on the above

 

Module Twelve – Crystals, Colour and Sound

·         The theory of colour

·         The properties of the seven colour rays

·         How the body is affected by colour

·         How colour relates to crystals and their combined use in balancing energy systems

·         Contra indications of colour

·         Colour and crystal gemstone layouts

·         Sound vibration and crystals

·         Practical sessions on the above

 

Module Thirteen - Crystal Grid Work – Sacred Geometry

·         The theory of crystal grid systems

·         Specific crystal grid formations

·         Advanced healing layouts

·         Crystals for the environment

·         Practical sessions on the above

 

Module Four - Vibrational Essences

·         Theory of Vibrational Essences

·         Gem elixirs – their role in crystal therapy treatment

·         Preparation of essences

·         Techniques for selection of essences

·         Advanced Chakra balancing techniques – Chakra chords

·         Practical sessions on the above

ELEMENTS OF STUDY 

·       Case Histories

Case histories need to be produced to provide a written record of your Crystal Therapy sessions with clients. 8 case histories are required to be submitted – 4 each year.

·       Skill Sheets

These sheets act as a record of key skills that each student needs to understand and show competency in during their Crystal Therapy training. The Skill Sheets are designed to provide you with a clear study aid and to highlight any area you may need to review or seek advice on.

·       Evaluation Sheets

These are given out at regular intervals and returned completed to the tutor – This will allow feedback from students to the tutor on the course content, presentation and delivery

 

·       Thesis/Extended Essay

During the Course each student will be required to research and write an essay on a crystal therapy topic of their choice.

 Please Note :  

While written work forms an important part of the course, it is designed to demonstrate your understanding and competency in Crystal Therapy and not your spelling, grammar or writing skills. 

THE CRYSTAL THERAPY TRAINING SCHOOL-WALES

School Founder

 

The Crystal Therapy Training School - Wales was founded by Kim Dowdell. Kim is an experienced Crystal Therapy Trainer. She has travelled throughout the UK lecturing and teaching. She has taught hundreds of people how to work with crystals in their lives and has been featured in the media on numerous occasions discussing the benefits of Crystal Therapy.

Kim is a qualified Crystal therapist with many years experience having trained extensively in Crystal therapy with the I.A.C.H. and the SVA Schools of Crystal Therapy in the UK and with Katrina Raphael’s Academy of Advanced Healing Arts in Hawaii.  She offers a warm, relaxed, accessible and clear teaching style. 

Kim has wide experience in the Healing Arts including Reiki and Seichem, Stress Therapy, Kinesiology, New Decision Healing, Shamanic Soul Retrieval and Energy Interference Patterning and is able to bring this experience to her teaching.

 

Classes

Classes are small, with a maximum of 12 -14 students, to ensure the learning needs of each individual student can be met.

Assessment

There are no formal examinations and the Course is designed to maximise learning and enjoyment through a relaxed, inter-active teaching environment.

Each student’s development and assessment is monitored through their written assignments, submitted case studies and progress in tuition sessions. Personal interviews, to discuss student’s progress can be arranged if required.

Following completion of all course work students will receive their Crystal Therapy Diploma Certificate.  They will then be qualified to apply for insurance, be able to practice professionally and join the “Crystal Therapy Training School - Wales” list of qualified crystal practitioners.

Course Venue, Times and Fees

Venue

The training Courses will be held in a beautiful country venue in Llanmaes, nr Llantwit major in South Wales.

Times

Courses will commence at 11.00am and finish at 5.30pm. There will be a one hour lunch break and breaks  for refreshments. Tea, coffee and water will be provided.

The courses will run bi-monthly, with 6 weekend courses per academic year. This will allow for the practice of course material and for written work to be prepared and submitted case studies to be completed. 

Fees

Each  weekend (12 in all) carries a fee of £105. The fees for each weekend need to be paid in advance – 14 days before each teaching weekend

A registration fee of £35 is due on completion of a course application, This is non – refundable.

 

How to Apply

A schedule of dates and an application form is enclosed in this brochure. To apply for a place on the  Crystal Therapy Diploma Course please complete the application form and send the completed form and deposit cheque, made payable to Kim Dowdell, for £35 to:-

Kim  Dowdell

Crystal Therapy Training School – Wales

9 Church Cottages

Church Street

Llantwit Major

CF61 1SB

 

Tel :  01446 796065 / 07736 246512

Email : kimdowdell@visionforlivng.co.uk

 

Training Statement

 The Crystal Therapy Training School Wales Aims to encourage the ability and learning of all sections of the community and as such is committed to ensuring that it does not discriminate against any individual or group because of sex, sexual orientation, race, religion, colour, nationality, age, marital status, disability, ethnic or national origin, either through its admission policy, advertising or training 

Course Dates for 2010

July 10/11

September 4/5

October 30/31

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