Colon Care School of Colon Hydrotherapy 2010/2011Courses
Now for the first time in South Africa you can study and become qualified as a Colon Hydrotherapist! We are South Africa s first certified Chi Centre International School. We are proudly now a RICTAT CERTIFIED COLON HYDROTHERAPY SCHOOL .Graduates will have an internationally recognised certification. Graduates of the Chi Centre training may join RICTAT (www.rictat.org) or GPACT (www.gpact.org)
Below: Richard Spencer and Eudisha Balikaren Bhimsan Graduates April 2010. See graduates page for their comments on the course.
Left Jeanne Brooks and Lindie Lea
Graduates Sept 2010
See Graduates page for their comments on the course
Sunday 13 March to Saturday 19 March
Sunday 25 June to Saturday 02 July ONE PLACE LEFT
Sunday 25 September to Saturday 01 october
Sunday 11 December to Saturday
17 December
A booking form will be sent to you in a separate email, once we have received your booking form we will invoice you and send you our banking details.
- Students should have a keen interest in natural health, and be dedicated to caring for others in this rewarding profession.
- Students must have a prior post graduate education in basic anatomy and physiology, i.e. homeopath, chiropractor, nurse, beauty therapist, massage therapist, contact us with details of what you have to see if you qualify.
- As From September 2011 a diploma in basic nutrition may also be a pre requisite . Contact us for more details
If you do not have post graduate A&P contact us for Chi Centre basic A&P pre study course for Colon Therapists . (Course Launching October 2010)
The Chi Centre @ Colon Care South Africa
Colon Hydrotherapy Training Foundational Level
Course Admission:
Admission to the foundational level Colon Hydrotherapy training course is designed for postgraduate students or those with existing practical experience in health and body care, applicants need to show an understanding of:
General Nutrition
- Human Anatomy and Physiology
- The effects of massage and touch
- The importance of empathy and human interaction and the ability
to relate to clients in a holistic environment.
Examples of useful qualifications and or experiences include, a holistic or beauty therapy diploma, a personal training diploma, a certificate or diploma in nutrition or massage, social science or medical degree, nursing qualifications, care experience, sports therapy, health or fitness studies diploma, a diploma in naturopathy, herbalism or homeopathy.
However, individual circumstances will always be taken into account, and assistance with preparation to the course will be offered to those who need it.
If you do not have post graduate A&P contact us @ janeboyle@live.co.za for Chi Centre basic A&P pre study course for Colon Therapists . (Course Launching October 2010 R2100)
HOME STUDY REQUIREMENTS FOR COLON HYDROTHERAPY FOUNDATIONAL COURSE:
A minimum of 60 and a maximum of 100 hours of home study will be required. As soon as you book your course and pay your deposit, you will receive your manual and workbook, to enable you to prepare for the course. Please give yourself enough time for home study, in order to get the best from your investment into the course. Admission to the practical course is also subject to an in person or telephonic interview to access your readiness.
Our Training System:
During the colon hydrotherapy foundational course, you will be required to participate in or conduct 20 + practical sessions over the duration of the course. You will learn how to apply your understanding of the equipment, your knowledge of the digestive and nervous system and your skills in bodywork to provide high quality treatments for your client.
You will also be required to receive a minimum of 2 colonic
treatments during your course, this will of course be subject to any contraindications that you may have.
The practical part of the course takes place over 7 days in Kloof KZN. The training days are long full days, so be prepared and come well rested.
THE CHI CENTRE @ COLON CARE SOUTH AFRICA FOUNDATIONAL COURSE – TERMS OF BOOKING
(Please print and date this page for your own reference)
We Operate a Continual Enrollment System
This is a 150-hour course, divided into three stages..
Stage one:
40-60 hours pre-study (distance learning)
Stage two:
40-60 hours completion of the assignments to qualify for the Colon Hydrotherapy Theory Milestone Certificate.
Stage three:
50 hours (7 consecutive intensive training days) practice including 20-25 treatments, seminars and workshops followed by the exam to qualify for the Colon Hydrotherapy Practice Milestone Certificate, this entitles you to practice colon hydrotherapy.
This certification will entitle you to apply for membership with GPACT this is the Global Professional Association of Colon Therapists. This is not mandatory but recommended. You will receive more information about GPACT during the course. This is a USA based international organisation; annual fees are usually US$150. I have negotiated a 50% discount for South Africa at the current exchange is R371.50per year. Go to www.gpact.org. Graduates now also qualify to be members of RICTAT a UK based organisation for integrative Colon hydrotherapists. I teach both the GPACT and RICTAC curriculum
COURSE FEE: R22 000 for 2011
Time to complete the course:
This depends on your previous knowledge and experience, the minimum time to complete the course is 6 weeks, the maximum time is one year from the date of payment of the first installment, this can be extended in exceptional circumstances.
TERMS OF BOOKING AND SCHEDULE OF PAYMENT AS
OF JAN 2010:
Single installment:
You can pay for your course in either a single installment of R20 500 a R1500 discount applies to a full up front payment.
OR
Schedule of payment by installment:
The initial non-refundable fee of R7000 is payable on booking your Colon Hydrotherapy Foundational Course. On payment of this fee you will receive the manual, the workbook, and all your assignments.
All materials are supplied in electronic format and are yours to keep. This fee entitles you to tutor’s feedback and assistance with your assignments, completion report and Colon Hydrotherapy Theory Milestone Certificate.
All assignments must be submitted to us electronically. Your assignments will be checked and you will receive individual feedback. After you have passed the first three assignments and personalised theory test you will receive your Colon Hydrotherapy Theory Milestone Certificate that entitles you to proceed to the practical week.
The balance of R15 000 is payable for the practical week, this includes the final qualification exam resulting in the Colon hydrotherapy Practice Milestone Certificate, that entitles you to practice colon hydrotherapy.
The 50-hour practical week is by far your main milestone. It must be booked and paid for at least 6 weeks in advance of the practice dates. You will be involved in 20-25 practical treatments during the 6 days. Your client models and everything else you need will be provided to you in the training centre.
On the final day you will sit your combined test and receive your Practice Milestone Certificate.
The practical weeks are organised for a maximum of 3 students. This is why if you have booked on the practical week but your circumstances have changed please give us as much notice as possible so that we can offer your place to another student who will need to have enough time to put in the mandatory pre course study time.
STUDY TIME REQUIREMENTS
Please make sure you put in the pre study time required. We reserve the right to ask you to withdraw from the course without a refund if you have not achieved the minimum competence level required by the time the course begins and you are not able to keep the pace of learning of your study group.
CANCELLATIONS AND REFUNDS
The deposit of R7000 is non refundable. There is no penalty for moving the course dates for up to 2 months prior to the start date.
A 50% penalty applies to all cancellations/refunds for up to 6 weeks before the start of your course. No refunds will be given thereafter.
CHANGES IN WRITING
If you wish to move the dates or cancel your course please notify us in writing. Telephone calls or messages cannot be accepted. Emails with a receipt request are the best way to advise us of your intentions as they contain the date and time of the message. Otherwise if you post a letter please check that we have received it 5 days after posting.
Postal Address:
35 Epping Crescent
Forest Hills
Kloof 3610
KZN
South Africa
Physical Address for Practical course
Vivencia Health Centre
28A Umzwilili Road
Kloof 3610
KZN
South Africa
Information on B & Bs in the area can be sent on request.
Airport transfer to B & B and transport from B & B to course can be arranged.
Vivencia Health Center is conveniently walking distance from two shopping malls.
Please feel free to contact me with any queries regarding the course.
With regard to equipment and supplies I am able to offer a very good price on the Aqua Clinic portable or fixed equipment (I have negotiated a price for my students in South Africa that is less than if you buy it in the UK). I am also a representative for the Aquanet EC 2000 from Canada, this is the equipment that I am currently using for training. Please contact me for further details. See
Contact us for more information on training for this rewarding career.
Tel: + 27 (0)83 3043330
After Hours + 27 (0)31 7622859