Massage & Shiatsu Therapy Career Training Massage & Shiatsu Therapy Career Training

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Table of ContentsWelcome to CenterPoint Where East Meets West in the Healing Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Greetings from CenterPoint’s Founders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3It’s All About Excellence CenterPoint’s Mission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Why CenterPoint? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 A Brief History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7It’s All About Choice CenterPoint’s Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 East West Therapeutic Bodywork . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Shiatsu Therapy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Therapeutic Massage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Massage Practitioner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Course Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Elective Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Program Requirements and Hours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Program Schedules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29It’s All About Value Admissions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Admissions Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Tuition and Fees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Financial Aid & Financing Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Additional Admission Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Program Acceptance, Enrollment, and Refund . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35It’s All About You CenterPoint's Excellence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Student Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Careers in Therapeutic Bodywork . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Job Placement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Professional Regulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37Facilities and Policies Location and Facilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 CenterPoint Policies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Attendance Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Grading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Transfer of Credit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Standards for Satisfactory Academic Progress . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Student Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Graduation Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Student Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Harassment Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Complaint/Grievance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Dismissal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45Faculty & Staff Faculty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Staff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50Map Map & Directions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Inside Back Cover

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eWe are delighted that you have begun the process of

pursuing your dream by exploring a career in

therapeutic bodywork. For those who are passionate

about living a healthy and balanced lifestyle, this is an

exciting and flexible career with countless opportuni-

ties for personal and professional fulfillment. People

are drawn to this profession because they want to help

make a positive difference in their life and the lives of

others. CenterPoint has created a unique opportunity

for students by designing programs that allow you to

integrate your massage and shiatsu therapy education

and establish a successful professional practice that is

creative, flexible, rewarding and in demand. Explore

a career that will transform your life and those you

touch!

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Welcome to CenterPoint Where East Meets West in the Healing ArtsCenterPoint’s unique vision of therapeutic bodywork education unites and equally respects Eastern and Western based styles. We are dedi-cated to preserving and integrating the philosophies, principles and practices of these diverse, yet complementary therapies. Combining knowledge and skill from massage therapy and shiatsu therapy provides the foundation for a holistic and integrated therapeutic approach.

Whether your vision is to:

• Helppeopleimprovetheirhealth

• Beyourownbossinyourownprivatepractice

• Workinluxuriousresortsortraveloncruiseships

• Beemployedinatherapeuticormedicalsetting

• Makeamovetoameaningfulsecondcareer

CenterPoint will help you make your dreams come true. Customize your program to meet your goals. CenterPoint’s core programs, plus ourspecialtyelectivecourses,offeralargenumberofeducationalopportunities.Exploreyouroptions,chooseyourprogramandembarkupon a rewarding career.

Greetings from CenterPoint’s FoundersWelcome!Asyouconsideracareerintherapeuticbodywork,wewouldliketothankyoufortakingthetimetoexploreCenterPoint’sCareerTrainingPrograms.BychoosingaCenterPointprogram,youwillgainasolideducationalfoundationforarewardingcareerasaprofessionalbodyworktherapist.Comprehensivetrainingwillprepareyoufortheexcitingopportunitiesofthisdynamicprofession.

Ourexperiencehasshownthatthebesttrainedbodyworkprofessionalsareindemandbyemployersandthepublic.Yourtrainingwillprepareyoutoconfidentlyworkinavarietyofsettingswithadiverseclienteledevelopingaprofessionalpracticethatiscreative,flexibleandfulfilling.YourstudiesatCenterPointwillincludein-depthtraininginscience,theoryandassessment,bodyworktechniqueandapplication, personal and professional development, supervised clinical practice and outreach opportunities. With this foundation you can become a professional bodywork therapist and enjoy a new career.

Thisisanexcellenttimeforyoutoenterthebodyworkprofession.EmploymentopportunitiesareplentifulandCenterPointgraduatesarein demand. We take great pride in the breadth, depth and quality of our programs, faculty and staff. We are happy to support you with this important career decision in any way that we can.

Bestwishes,

Cari Johnson Pelava Jackson Petersburg

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It’s All About ExcellenceCenterPoint’s MissionCenterPoint’smissionistoprovideexcellence,choiceandvalueincareertrainingandcontinu-ing education in the healing arts.

CenterPoint is dedicated to preserving and integrating the philosophies, principles and prac-tices of Eastern and Western natural therapies.

CenterPoint is committed to the development of therapists who are well trained to meet soci-ety’s increasing need for competent and compassionate therapeutic bodywork.

It’s All About Excellence CenterPoint, whose roots began more than 30 years ago, is a leader in bodywork educa-

tion in the upper midwest region. Our primary focus is the preparation of well trained bodywork therapists. We take great pride in the diversity, depth and quality of our programs. Our entire faculty and staff are passionately engaged in supporting your devel-opment as a bodywork therapist.

It’s All About Choice CenterPoint offers several program options tailored to your individual aspirations.

Choosing CenterPoint is the first step toward a rewarding career. The second step is choosingtheprogramthatisrightforyou.Youwillchoosefromourfourdynamicprograms and a variety of elective courses to create the curriculum that fulfills your personal and professional goals.

It’s All About Value Now is the time to invest in your education for a rewarding career. CenterPoint is pleased toofferexceptionalprogramsthatareaffordableandvaluable.BychoosingCenterPoint,youaremakinganexcellentinvestmentinyourfuture.

It’s All About You CenterPointofferseducationwithapersonaltouch.Youwillexperiencethatour“non-

corporate” atmosphere provides a warm and comfortable environment. Our full-time and part-time schedules allow you to choose the schedule that fits your life and individual needs.CenterPoint’sstudent-centeredapproachtoeducationallowsyoutodevelopexcel-lent skills and knowledge while growing personally. We continue to support our graduates with career fairs, continuing education, and networking with CenterPoint’s Alumni Association.

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Why CenterPoint? CenterPoint is a specialty school for massage and therapeutic bodywork education. It is our singular focus. We are committed to high standards. We are very serious about offering quality education that well prepares students for their future as professional massage and bodywork therapists.

CenterPoint is the only school in this region, and one of a handful of schools in the country, to offer complete programs in Eastern and Western therapeutic bodywork. Our holistic and interdisciplinary environment develops therapists who understand the benefits of integrating two distinct, but complementary, healing modalities.

Education with a Personal TouchCenterPoint’scollegialenvironmentisfriendlyandsupportive.Experiencethe3C’sofCenterPoint:YouwillachieveCompetencewithCompassioninaCommunityatmo-sphere.

Competence• CenterPoint’sonlyfocusisbodyworkeducation

• CenterPointstudentsbenefitfromstudyingarigorousanddynamiccurriculumdeveloped and taught by celebrated teachers, Jackson Petersburg and Cari Pelava

• CenterPoint’scurriculumexceedsnationalstandardsforeducationsetbytheprofes-sional organizations and the national certification agencies for therapeutic bodywork

• CenterPoint’sfoundersbringyearsofexperiencetotheclassroomandtothedaytodayoperationoftheschool.Theyarecommittedtoprovidinganinspiringeducationalexperienceforthestudents

• CenterPointgraduatesarecompetitiveandsuccessfulinthemarketplace

Compassion• CenterPointislargeenoughtoupholdstandardsofexcellenceandsmallenoughtocareaboutyouandyourindividualneedsand

learning styles

• CenterPoint’sfacultyandstaffpassionatelysupportyourdevelopmentasabodyworktherapistbymakingyoureducationastimulat-ingandenrichingexperience

• CenterPointiscommittedtothedevelopmentofcompetentandcompassionatebodyworkprofessionals

Community• AtCenterPoint,yougettoknowusandwegettoknowyou

• CenterPointoffersawarmandfriendlyatmospherewhereyouwillmakelifelongfriends

• CenterPointfostersacommunitythatextendsbeyondgraduationthroughCenterPoint’sAlumniAssociation

CenterPoint Upholds High Standards in Bodywork EducationAs a CenterPoint student, you will benefit from:

• Techniqueinstructorswhohaveexperienceinthefieldandaremembersoftheirrespectivenationalprofessionalassociations

• Scienceinstructorswhohaveacademicdegreesandexperienceintheirfield

• Aratiooffacultytostudentsthatallowsforindividualizedattention

• Theopportunitytotraininasupervisedstudentclinicthatpreparesstudentsforprofessionalpracticeasbodyworktherapists

• Aschoolenvironmentthatisrichwithextracurricularopportunitiesforstudywithlocallyandnationallyrecognizedinstructors

• Directorswhoareactivelyinvolvedintheoperationoftheschool,areMasterlevelinstructorsandregularlyteachintheprograms

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Diversity and Depth in Bodywork EducationCenterPoint offers a depth of study in massage and shiatsu therapy, Western and Eastern sciences, traditional Asian medicine and profes-sionalpractice.Studentschoosefromfourprograms,plusavarietyofelectivecourses,tocreatetheirownspecializededucationalexperienceandtoexpandtheirfutureprofessionalpractice.TheprogramsandcoursesatCenterPointhavemanystrengthsincluding:

• Acorefoundationofrequiredcoursesstrongintheoryandscience

• Theopportunitytodevelopexcellenttechnicalskillswithcompassionandunderstanding

• Anemphasisonassessmentandtreatmentskills

• Afocusonproperbodymechanicsandsafepractice

• Theopportunityforpersonaldevelopmentwithprofessionaltraining

• Thededicationtounderstandingself-careanditspractice

• Traininginbusinessandmarketingskillsnecessaryforsuccess

CenterPoint’s AccreditationCenterPointhasinstitutionalaccreditationbytheCommissiononMassageTherapyAccreditation(COMTA),whichincludesaccreditationofallitsprograms.COMTAaccreditseducationalinstitutionsandprogramsofferinginstructioninmassagetherapyandbodywork.Accreditation is a voluntary peer review process that identifies and acknowledges massage and bodywork schools for achieving and main-taining a level of quality, performance and integrity based on educational and professional standards. For more information or to contact COMTA:

COMTA 5335WisconsinAvenueNW,Suite440 Washington,D.C.20015 Tel.202-895-1518 www.comta.org

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A Brief HistoryCenterPoint’s founders have been actively involved in bodywork education since the 1980’s.CenterPointwasformedin2001whenNorthernLightsSchoolofMassageTherapy(NLSMT)joinedwiththeMinnesotaCenterforShiatsuStudy(MCSS)toformCenterPointMassage&ShiatsuTherapySchool&Clinic.Thetwoschoolsunitedinorder to offer a greater number of programs and services to students and to better respond to this rapidly growing field by developing comprehensive training programs in both Eastern and Western therapeutic bodywork.

NorthernLightsSchoolofMassageTherapywasfoundedin1985.NLSMTwasanearlymemberoftheAmericanMassageTherapyAssociation’sCouncilofSchools.ItwasaregisteredschoolinMinnesotaaccordingtoMinnesotaStatutes136A.61to136A.71startingin1985.

TheMinnesotaCenterforShiatsuStudybeganin1992underthecorporateentityMotivationsforFitness,Inc.In1996,MCSSbecamelicensedasaprivatecareerschoolbytheMinnesotaHigherEducationServicesOffice,pursuanttoMinnesotaStatutes,Chapter141.Alsoin1996,MCSSbecameamemberoftheCouncilofSchoolsandProgramsoftheAmericanOrganizationofBodyworkTherapiesofAsia.

InJanuary,2011,CenterPointopeneditsdoorsatitsnewhomeinSt.LouisPark.Aftermorethan20yearsneartheUofM,theschoolexpandedtoalargerspacewithmodernclassroomsandofficesinabusyandpopularareaoftheTwinCitiesmetro.Thenewspacehasbeencustom-designedtomeettheneedsofourstudents,facultyandstaffandtoaccommodatetheschool’sgrowthandexpansionintothefuture.

CenterPoint,aMinnesotacorporationunderMotivationsforFitness,Inc.,isownedbyJacksonPetersburg,CariJohnsonPelavaandEdPelava.Jackson,afounderofNLSMT,istheProgramDirectorforCenterPoint’sTherapeuticMassageProgram.Cari,thefounderofMCSS,istheProgramDirectorforCenterPoint’sShiatsuTherapyprogram.JacksonandCarihave practiced as professional therapists for over 30 years. Jackson, Cari and Ed are actively involved as instructors, administrators and owners. They receive great satisfaction in remain-ing close to the students, faculty, staff and curriculum.

CenterPointiscommittedtoexceedingnationalstandardsinbodyworkeducationandmain-tainsmembershipintheAmericanMassageTherapyAssociation(AMTA),AssociatedBodyworkandMassageProfessionals(ABMP),theAmericanOrganizationofBodyworkTherapiesofAsia(AOBTA)CouncilofSchoolsandPrograms,andtheAllianceforMassageTherapyEducation(AFTME).Inaddition,CenterPointhasanumberofallianceswithorga-nizationsandbusinesses,includingParkHouse(aclinicforHIV/AIDSpatients)andtheMedtronicTwinCitiesMarathon.

Bodywork Therapy and Health CareBodyworkrepresentsabroadarrayoftherapiesthathaveoneprimaryelementincommon:toprovidestructuredtouchthathastheinten-tion of being therapeutic, healing, and to increase one’s sense of well-being. The general public is seeking massage and bodywork therapy in ever increasing numbers to address a variety of health concerns including health maintenance, increasing vitality and reducing pain. CenterPoint promotes bodywork therapy as a natural health care option. Therapists with in-depth training in diverse styles are well prepared to address the concerns of their clients.

CenterPoint has created an educational opportunity for individuals seeking depth and diversity in their bodywork training. Therapists trainedinanyofourfourprograms(EastWestTherapeuticBodywork,TherapeuticMassage,ShiatsuTherapyandMassagePractitioner)are uniquely qualified to address the specific needs of the bodywork client.

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It’s All About ChoiceCenterPoint’s ProgramsChoose the program that is right for you! CenterPoint’s programs offer the depth and quality that you need to be a professional bodywork therapist. CenterPoint offer three levels of educa-tion for you to choose from.

Associate in Applied Science (AAS) East West Therapeutic Bodywork

This64creditdegreeprogramincludes24.5creditsofgeneraleducationrequirementsandoffersauniqueopportunityforstudentstoexperienceeducationthatintegratesanEasternandWesterncurriculumthatiscomprehensiveinscope.AnAssociateofAppliedScienceisadegree that is designed to prepare individuals for employment and is not intended as a pre-baccalaureate degree. Completion of this degree program prepares students to be an integrated therapeutic bodywork practitioner of Eastern and Western healing arts. Seeprograminformationonpage10.

Diploma Programs Shiatsu Therapy Therapeutic Massage

These44.5credit(900hour)diplomaprogramsaredesignedtoofferin-depthtrainingwithfocused instruction and time tested curriculum in one modality. Completion of a diploma program prepares students to perform therapeutic bodywork that helps clients to rehabilitate from injury, treat and reduce chronic pain syndromes and increase overall health and wellness. Seeprograminformationonpage12and14.

Certificate Program Massage Practitioner

This32credit(600hour)programisdesignedtoprovidestudentswithentry-levelemploy-ment skills. Completion of a certificate program prepares students to perform massage that promotesrelaxationandstressreduction. Seeprograminformationonpage16.

Elective CoursesIn addition to your program of choice, you will select from a variety of elective courses that will personalize your education to fit your career goals. CenterPoint’s elective courses offer introductory training in a variety of specialty areas. Each program includes one elective course toenhanceyourfutureprofessionalpractice.Studentsareencouragedtoaddadditionalelec-tivestotheirprogramtospecializetheireducation.Specialadditionalelectivepricingisavailableforcurrentstudents.Setyourselfapartasapractitionerbylearningmultipleaddi-tionalmodalities.Seepages26-28.

Craniosacral Techniques Health Restorative Bodywork Therapy

Spa & Resort Techniques Foot & Hand Reflexology

Birth Doula & Bodywork Therapy Thai Massage

Advanced Asian Bodywork Therapy

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Learning Outcomes for all CenterPoint ProgramsUponcompletionofanyoftheCenterPointprograms,thestudentispreparedto:

1.Interactwithclientsinaneffectivemannerthatfostersmutualrespect

2.AssessclientsemployingaworkingknowledgeofEasternand/orWesternsciences and assessment techniques in order to create client-centered sessions

3. Communicate with clients in a personal and professional manner

4.Discusswithclientstheholisticperspectiveofphysical,mental,emotionalandspiritual effects of bodywork, including their benefits and limitations

5. Perform professional business and legal best practices, and make ethical and socially appropriate decisions, including the ethical responsibilities and boundar-ies of the therapist-client relationship

6.Befamiliarwithstateguidelines,includingtheClientBillofRights,tomaintain an appropriate scope of practice and to refer appropriately to other health professionals when necessary

7.Makeuseofself-awarenesstoolsforpersonalhealthandwell-being,andserveasarole model for healthy lifestyle practices to clients

8.Continuetodevelopandenhanceself-awarenessandself-esteemasatherapist

9.Readandunderstandtextbooks,journalarticles,websites,researchreportsandother resources containing basic health information

10.Promotewellnessandhealthfullivingthroughclienteducationandcommunityinvolvement from a holistic perspective

11.Beemployedasabodyworkprofessionaland/orestablishabodyworkpracticeusing the knowledge and skills acquired through CenterPoint education

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East West Therapeutic Bodywork, A.A.S.EastWestTherapeuticBodywork,A.A.S.isCenterPoint’spremierprogram.Thisistheprogramofchoiceifyourvisionistoworkinatherapeutic or health care environment to help people manage pain and chronic conditions, recover from injury, restore balance and vitality,andincreaseoverallwell-being.Youhavetheuniqueopportunitytoexperiencein-depthtraininginbothEasternandWesterntherapeuticbodywork.Youacquiretheskillandknowledgeneededtoservethegreatestnumberofclientsandtosuccessfullyaddressthegreatest amount of client conditions.

Inthisprogram,studentsstudyandpracticethefullcurriculaofShiatsuTherapyandTherapeuticMassage.Studentsarechallengedtointegrate shiatsu and massage, bridging Eastern and Western philosophies, theories, assessments and applications in clinical practice. Acquiring knowledge and skills from two powerful systems of bodywork prepares the graduate for a therapeutic professional practice. If your goal is to be an integrated practitioner of Eastern and Western healing arts, enroll in this program.

Choose the East West Therapeutic Bodywork, A.A.S. Program to:• Gainabreadthanddepthofknowledge,assessmentandtreatmentskillstobestserveyourfutureclients

• Integratemassageandshiatsutechniquestocreateuniqueandcomprehensivetreatmentprotocols

• Beuniquelyqualifiedforavarietyofemploymentopportunities

• Beeligiblefornationalboardcertification

East West Therapeutic Bodywork, A.A.S Program OutcomesBycompletingCenterPoint’sEastWestTherapeuticBodyworkProgramthestudentwillachieveallthespecificgoalsandobjectivesstatedfortheTherapeuticMassageProgramandfortheShiatsuTherapyProgram.Inaddition,graduatesoftheEastWestTherapeuticBodyworkProgramwillbeableto:

1.IntegrateassessmentmethodsfromEasternandWesterntraditionstodevelopgreaterunderstandingoftheclient’sphysicalandener-getic disharmonies

2.DeveloptreatmentplansintegratingEasternandWesternapproachestomorethoroughlyaddresstheneedsoftheclient

3.Blendtechniquesfrommassageandshiatsuinasinglebodyworksessioninordertobettermeettheneedsoftheclient

4.Conversewithhealthcareprovidersincludingphysicians,nurses,chiropractors,acupuncturistsandothers

5.Describe,asiftoaclientoranotherhealthcareprovider,thebenefitsofusingassessmentandtreatmentapproachesfrommassageandshiatsu therapy

6.Exhibitself-carelifestylechoicesandself-understandingthatarisefromthesynthesisofEasternandWesternparadigms

Benefits of East West Therapeutic BodyworkIntegrating knowledge and skills from two powerful and complementary systems of therapeutic bodywork increases the scope of conditions that a bodywork therapist can successfully address.

ThebenefitsofEastWestTherapeuticBodyworkarenumerousandrangefromtheimprovementofinternalsymptomsandconditionstoresolvingchronicpainandrehabilitationfrominjuries.Bycorrectinginternalenergeticimbalancesthroughshiatsuwhilerelievingpainandrestoringfunctionwiththerapeuticmassage,theclientgainsfasterresultsthatarelongerlasting.EastWestTherapeuticBodyworkisbeneficialfornumerousinternalandexternalconditions:External Conditions• Generalizedrelaxation

• Improvescirculation

• Increasesrangeofmotion

• Promotesoverallhealthandimprovesbodyimage

• Rehabilitatesinjuriesfromaccidents,workandathletics

• Treatspainduetorepetitiveusesyndromesandposturaldistortions

• Reduceschronicpainsyndromes,stressandmusculartension

Internal Conditions• Relievesandreduceschronicpainandstiffnessthroughoutthebody

• Reducesthefrequencyandseverityofheadaches

• RelievesPMSsymptomssuchascramping,breastswelling,irritabil-ity and bloating

• Regulatessleep-helpsyoutofallasleep,stayasleepandnormalizesthe sleep cycle

• Strengthenstheimmunesystem

• Reducessymptomsofdigestivedisordersincludingindigestion,bloating, diarrhea and constipation

• Promotesrelaxationandreducesstress

• Improvesoverallwell-being,vitalityandemotionalbalance

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East West Therapeutic Bodywork, A.A.S.64 Credit Hours - 1350 Clock Hours Full-time: 20 Months Part-time: 28 Months

General Education CoursesMusculoskeletalAnatomy

HumanPhysiology

Pathology

3-DimensionalAnatomy

Kinesiology

Communication&Ethics

FundamentalsofTraditionalChineseMedicine

Program CoursesSwedishMassageFoundations*orSwedishMassageI**&SwedishMassageII**

AdvancedTherapeuticMassageTechniques

ShiatsuFoundations*orIntroductiontoShiatsu**&ShiatsuAnma**

AdvancedShiatsuTechniques&Applications

Patterns&PathologyinTraditionalChineseMedicine

SpecialPopulations

SuccessfulCareerDevelopment

ShiatsuClinicTraining&SummarySession**

EastWestClinicTraining&SummarySession**

EastWestStudentClinicIShiatsu

EastWestStudentClinicIIMassage

Electives (Choose One)AdvancedAsianBodyworkTherapy

BirthDoulaandBodyworkTherapy

Craniosacral Techniques

Foot&HandReflexology

HealthRestorativeBodyworkTherapy

Spa&ResortTechniques

ThaiMassage

*Daytime courses **Evening courses

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Shiatsu Therapy DiplomaHaveyoubeendrawntothebeautyandphilosophiesofJapanandChina?Doyoupracticeamartialart?Areyouintriguedbyasystemofnaturalhealingthatismorethan2500yearsold?ThenShiatsuTherapyDiplomaProgrammayberightforyou!

ShiatsuistherapeuticbodyworkfromJapanbasedonprinciplesofTraditionalChineseMedicinecombinedwithmodernanatomyandphysiology.Shiatsuisnon-invasive,performedwithoutoilsthroughlight,comfortableclothingandusessoothing,kneading,pressing,tappingandstretchingtechniques.Shiatsustimulatesandharmonizestheflowof“Qi”(vitalenergy)throughoutthebodyandhasbothpreventativeandtherapeuticeffects.Itisbeneficialforawiderangeofinternalandmusculoskeletalconditions.Shiatsutherapymaybestimulating or calming, reduces stress and contributes to overall well-being.

CenterPointistheonlyschoolintheUnitedStatesthatteachestwofull-bodystylesofshiatsu.StudentsinitiallytraininNamikoshiShiatsuandprogresstoShiatsuAnmaandShiatsuApplications.NamikoshiShiatsuisgroundedinwesternsciencewhileShiatsuAnmaisbasedonthetheoriesandtechniquesofTraditionalChineseMedicine.Includedinthetrainingaremanyadditionaltechniquesandappli-cations adopted by founder Cari Johnson Pelava during her studies in Japan. Emphasis is placed on career longevity through practitioner self-care and proper body mechanics.

StudentsstudyTraditionalChineseMedicine(TCM),thefoundationofAsianmedicine.ThroughtheuniquelensofTCM,studentsadopta new view of the body: assessing and balancing the energetic system with shiatsu. Each shiatsu session is specifically designed according toclientindications.Manyclientsappreciatethedepthandvitalityofshiatsu.ChoosetheShiatsuTherapyDiplomaProgramandexpandyour ideas of health and wellness.

Shiatsu Therapy Diploma Program OutcomesBycompletingCenterPoint’sShiatsuTherapyDiplomaProgramthestudentwill:

1.Acquireproficiencyandcompetenceinshiatsuformsandtechniques,includingNamikoshiShiatsuandShiatsuAnma

2.Developacomprehensiveunderstandingofthestructureandfunctionofthehumanbody

3. Obtain a working knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology as it pertains to the practice of shiatsu therapy

4.ObtainaworkingknowledgeofTraditionalChineseMedicaltheory(TCM)asitrelatestoassessmentandsessionplanninginshiatsutherapy

5.Beabletodescribeandexplaintheeffectsofshiatsuonthehumanbody,includingbenefitsandcontraindications

6.Beabletosummarizethepsychologicalandemotionalaspectsofshiatsutherapyandcommunicatethesetoaclient

7.Developcompetencyinprovidingeffectiveandbeneficialshiatsutherapytoavariedclientpopulation

8.Developanappreciationofone’sownbodyandtheimportanceofself-care,includinguseofcorrectbodymechanicstopromotesafetyand prevent injury while practicing shiatsu on a floor mat or low treatment table

9.Cultivatetheprofessionalskillsnecessarytodevelopandoperateashiatsutherapypracticeorgainemploymentinanestablishmentoffering shiatsu therapy

Benefits of Shiatsu Therapy Shiatsuisbeneficialforawiderangeofinternal,musculoskeletalandemotionalconditions.Benefitsofreceivingregularshiatsutherapyinclude:

• Relievesandreduceschronicpainandstiffnessthroughoutthebody

• Reducesthefrequencyandseverityofheadaches

• RelievesPMSsymptomssuchascramping,breastswelling,irritabilityandbloating

• Regulatessleep-helpsyoutofallasleep,stayasleepandnormalizesthesleepcycle

• Strengthenstheimmunesystem

• Reducessymptomsofdigestivedisordersincludingindigestion,bloating,diarrheaandconstipation

• Promotesrelaxationandreducesstress

• Improvesoverallwell-being,vitalityandemotionalbalance

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Shiatsu Therapy Diploma44.5 Credit Hours - 900 Clock Hours Full-time: 12 Months Part-time: 20 Months


HumanPhysiology

Pathology


FundamentalsofTraditionalChineseMedicine

Program CoursesShiatsuFoundations*orIntroductiontoShiatsu**&ShiatsuAnma**

AdvancedShiatsuTechniques&Applications

Patterns&PathologyinTraditionalChineseMedicine

SpecialPopulations


ShiatsuClinicTraining&SummarySession**

ShiatsuTherapyStudentClinic

Electives (Choose One)AdvancedAsianBodyworkTherapy

BirthDoulaandBodyworkTherapy





ThaiMassage

*Daytimecourses**Eveningcourses

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Therapeutic Massage DiplomaTherapeuticMassageincludesSwedishMassageandAdvancedTherapeuticMassage.Thefoundationisanin-depthsciencecurriculumwithaclient-centeredapproachtomassage,whereclientsareactiveparticipantsintheirowntherapeuticprocess.Studentsdevelopexcel-lentpalpationandtechnicalskills,andarewelltrainedtorespondtotheneedsofclientsrangingfromstressreductionandrelaxationtorepetitiveusesyndromes,posturaltension,overexertion,andauto,workandsportsrelatedinjuries.

StudentsfirsttraininSwedishMassageforrelaxation,stressreduction,relievingmuscletensionandimprovingcirculationandrangeofmotion.Itservesasaframeworkwithwhichothertechniquesmaybecombined.StudentsadvancetheirsciencesbytakingcoursesinKinesiologyand3-DimensionalAnatomy.Inthe3-DimensionalAnatomycourse,eachstudentbuildsthemuscularsysteminclayonaskeletalmodel.StudentsprogressintodeeperandmoretherapeuticmassagetechniqueswithAdvancedTherapeuticMassage.Thiscoursepresentsaregionalapproachandincludestriggerpointtherapy(Travell),cross-fiberfrictioning(Cyriax)andmyofascialreleasetechniques(Barnes).Studentsaretaughttoaddresscommonsofttissueconditionsandinjuriesforclientswhohaveacuteand/orchronicpainorlimitedrangeofmotion.Studentslearnananatomicallyprecise,structuralapproachtomassagetherapyasdevelopedbyfounderJacksonPetersburg, which he has successfully used in his practice for over 35 years.

Increasingly, therapeutic massage is being sought by the public for its therapeutic benefits, by medical professionals for treatment of their patientsandbyresearcherswhoaredocumentingthewidearrayoftherapeuticbenefitsandapplications.TheTherapeuticMassageDiplomaProgramatCenterPointprovidestheopportunitytogainahighlevelofskillandknowledgenecessarytobecomeasuccessfulmassage therapist. Emphasis is placed on career longevity through proper body mechanics. If you are looking for a massage training programthatprovidesthetherapeutictoolsnecessarytohelppeoplerelax,reducestress,recoverfrominjury,managepain,andimprovewell-being, this is the program for you.

Therapeutic Massage Diploma Program OutcomesBycompletingCenterPoint’sTherapeuticMassageDiplomaProgramthestudentwill:

1.AcquireproficiencyandcompetenceinSwedishMassageFoundationsandtheanatomicallyspecificrehabilitativemassagetechniquestaughtinAdvancedTherapeuticMassageTechniques


3. Obtain a practical working knowledge of anatomy, kinesiology, physiology and pathology as it pertains to the practice of therapeutic massage

4.Beabletodescribeandexplaintheeffectsofmassageonthehumanbody,includingbenefitsandcontraindications

5.Beabletosummarizethepsychologicalandemotionalaspectsofmassagetherapy,andeffectivelycommunicatethistoclients

6.Provideeffectiveandbeneficialmassagetherapytoavariedclientpopulation

7.Cultivatetheprofessionalskillsnecessarytodevelopandoperateamassagetherapypractice,orgainemploymentinanestablishmentoffering massage therapy services

8.Developanappreciationofone’sownbodyandtheimportanceofself-care,includinganunderstandingoftheprinciplesofbodymechanics in order to promote safety and prevent injury while practicing massage therapy

Benefits of Therapeutic Massage• Generalizedrelaxation



• Promotesoverallhealthandimprovesselfbodyimage

• Rehabilitatesinjuriesfromaccidents,workandathletics

• Treatspainduetorepetitiveusesyndromesandposturaldistortions

• Reduceschronicpainsyndromes,stressandmusculartension

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Therapeutic Massage Diploma44.5 Credit Hours - 900 Clock Hours Full-time: 12 Months Part-time: 20 Months


HumanPhysiology

Pathology

3-DimensionalAnatomy

Kinesiology



AdvancedTherapeuticMassageTechniques

SpecialPopulations


MassageClinicTraining&SummarySession**

MassageStudentClinic

Electives (Choose One)BirthDoulaandBodyworkTherapy





ThaiMassage


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Massage Practitioner CertificateThe foundation of this certificate program is a comprehensive science curriculum, focusing on human anatomy, physiology and pathology. Studentsgaintheskillsnecessarytoassessandaddressclientcomplaintsandthepalpationskillstolocateareasoftension.Throughthephysiological understanding of the indications and contraindications for massage therapy, students gain the knowledge of when to treat and when to refer clients to other healthcare professionals.

StudentsintheMassagePractitionerCertificateProgramtraininSwedishMassageandBodyMobilizationTechniques(BMT).SwedishMassageispopularinspas,resorts,clinicsandfitnesscenters.Techniquesincludegliding,soothing,kneadingandtappingwithadditionalmassagestrokesthatarebeneficialforrelaxation,stressreduction,relievingmuscletensionandimprovingcirculationandrangeofmotion.Studentslearntheimportanceofproperdrapingtechniquesandappropriateclientpositioning.Emphasisisplacedoncareerlongevitythrough practitioner self-care and proper body mechanics.

Additionally,studentsreceivetraininginhydrotherapy,sportsmassageandchairmassage.Studentsalsochooseoneelectivecoursetofurther customize their training. With the increase of people seeking massage as a component of their health and wellness routine, there are excellentjobopportunitiesforindividualstrainedinbodywork.TheMassagePractitionerCertificateProgramprovidesindividualswiththe needed entry level skills to be employed as a bodyworker.

Massage Practitioner Certificate Program OutcomesBycompletingCenterPoint’sMassagePractitionerCertificateProgramthestudentwill:

1.AcquireproficiencyandcompetenceinSwedishMassage,chairmassage,hydrotherapyandBodyMobilizationTechniques(BMT)


3. Obtain a practical working knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology as it pertains to the practice of massage

4.Beabletodescribeandexplaintheeffectsofmassageonthehumanbody,includingbenefitsandcontraindications

5.Beabletosummarizethepsychologicalandemotionalaspectsofmassagetherapy,andeffectivelycommunicatethistoclients

6.Provideeffectiveandbeneficialmassagetherapytoavariedclientpopulation

7.Cultivatetheprofessionalskillsnecessarytodevelopandoperateamassagetherapypractice,orgainemploymentinanestablishmentoffering massage therapy services

8.Developanappreciationofone’sownbodyandtheimportanceofself-care,includinganunderstandingoftheprinciplesofbodymechanics in order to promote safety and prevent injury while practicing massage therapy

Benefits of Massage• Generalizedrelaxation

• Providesstressreduction



• Promotesoverallhealthandimprovesselfbodyimage

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Massage Practitioner Certificate30.5 Credit Hours - 600 Clock Hours Full-time: 8 Months Part-time: 12 Months


HumanPhysiology

Pathology




MassageClinicTraining&SummarySession**

MassageStudentClinic

Electives (Choose One)BirthDoulaandBodyworkTherapy





ThaiMassage


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CenterPoint’s Programs East West Therapeutic Shiatsu Therapeutic Massage Bodywork Therapy Massage Practitioner

Western Sciences Credit/Clock Credit/Clock Credit/Clock Credit/Clock1110MusculoskeletalAnatomy 3.5/60 3.5/60 3.5/601110MusculoskeletalAnatomy 3.5/60 3.5/60 3.5/60 3.5/601102HumanPhysiology 4.0/60 4.0/60 4.0/60 4.0/6012003-DimensionalAnatomy 2.5/60 2.5/601211Kinesiology 3.5/60 3.5/601302Pathology 4.0/60 4.0/60 4.0/60 4.0/60

Eastern Sciences2103FundamentalsofTraditionalChineseMedicine 3.0/60 3.0/602201Patterns&PathologyofTCM 3.0/60 3.0/60

Western Massage Techniques3100SwedishMassageFoundations* 5.0/120* 5.0/120* 5.0/120*3101SwedishMassageI** 2.5/60** 2.5/60** 2.5/60**3102SwedishMassageII** 2.5/60** 2.5/60** 2.5/60**3200AdvancedTherapeuticMassageTechniques 5.0/120* 5.0/120*

Shiatsu Techniques4100ShiatsuFoundations* 5.0/120* 5.0/120*4101IntroductiontoShiatsu** 2.5/60** 2.5/60**4102ShiatsuAnma** 2.5/60** 2.5/60**4200AdvancedShiatsuTechniques&Applications 5.0/120* 5.0/120*

Personal & Professional Development5203Communication&Ethics 4.0/60 4.0/60 4.0/60 4.0/605302SuccessfulCareerDevelopment 3.0/60 3.0/60 3.0/60 3.0/60

Supervised Clinical Practice6302SpecialPopulations 3.0/60 3.0/60 3.0/606430MassageClinicTraining&SummarySession 2.0/45 2.0/456436MassageStudentClinic 3.0/90 3.0/906440ShiatsuClinicTraining&SummarySession 2.0/45 2.0/456441EastWestStudentClinicI-Shiatsu 2.5/756446ShiatsuStudentClinic 3.0/906450EastWestClinicTraining&SummarySession 2.0/456451EastWestStudentClinicII-Massage 2.0/60

Electives 2.0/45 2.0/45 2.0/45 2.0/45

Total 64/1350 44.5/900 44.5/900 30.5/600

Elective Courses3204CraniosacralTechniques 2.0/45 2.0/45 2.0/45 2.0/453208Spa&ResortMassageTechniques 2.0/45 2.0/45 2.0/45 2.0/453209Foot&HandReflexology 2.0/45 2.0/45 2.0/45 2.0/453211BirthDoula&BodyworkTherapy 2.0/45 2.0/45 2.0/45 2.0/454204ThaiMassage 2.0/45 2.0/45 2.0/45 2.0/454205HealthRestorativeBodyworkTherapy 2.0/45 2.0/45 2.0/45 2.0/454300AdvancedAsianBodyworkTherapy 2.0/45 2.0/45 *Daytime courses **Evening courses

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Western Science1102 Human Physiology

(4 credit hours, 60 clock hours; 100% lecture)

This course provides an overview of the structure and function of the major organ systems of the body, including an introduction to chemistry, cell biology, tissues, organs, and glandular function. HumanPhysiologyincludesthefunctionsandinteractionsoftheintegumentary system, muscular system, nervous system, endocrine system, cardiovascular system, lymphatic system, respiratory system, urinary system, reproductive system and digestive system. The course has a holistic focus emphasizing how the body functions as a complete organism, preparing the student to develop an under-standing of smooth functioning, maintenance of homeostasis, and implicationsforbodyworkinterventionswithmassage&shiatsu.This course has been designated as a natural science course.

Prerequisite: None.

1110 Musculoskeletal Anatomy(3.5 credit hours, 60 clock hours; 75% lecture, 25% lab activities)

This course introduces the beginning student to the human body as a dynamic living organism, beginning with an overview of the body, including the body regions, planes of movement, and direc-tional terminology. The emphasis of the course is on the gross anatomy of the musculoskeletal system including nomenclature, structure, function, and classifications of the bones and joints. Working systematically through the body, students learn to identify all of the bones and the major muscles. Palpation, full-size models of the bones and skeleton, and three dimensional anatomy software are used to enhance student learning and understanding. This course provides the foundation for anatomically precise bodywork therapy and the other science courses in the CenterPoint curriculum. This course has been designated as a natural science course.

Prerequisite: None.

1200 3-Dimensional Anatomy(2.5 credit hours, 60 clock hours; 25% lecture, 75% lab)

This advanced anatomy course provides a three dimensional kinesthetic experienceofanatomythrough the sculpting of the human body's muscular and fascial structures out of clay usingtheManiken™System.Studentsexplorethe interconnectedness of muscles as they are layered onto a skeletal model. The learning process emphasizes muscular attachment sites,

soft tissue layers, and the size and shape of the muscles, providing a deeper detailed understanding of the structure and function of the muscles.Usingavarietyofresourcestheclassworkstocometoconsensus on the origin, action and insertion for each muscle learned. This investigative learning strategy enables students to thinkcriticallyandbecomeownersoftheknowledge.Uponcompletion of the course students have a deeper comprehension of the intricacies of the human body. This course is designated as a natural science course.

Prerequisite:Course#1110.

1211 Kinesiology(3.5 credit hours, 60 clock hours; 75% lecture, 25% lab activities)

Kinesiology is the scientific study of human movement. In this course, students build upon their foundational human anatomy knowledgeandexplorethebio-mechanicalprinciplesofmovement.Studentsexplorehowmusclegroupsfunctiontogethertocreatedynamicmovementatmajorjointsduringsingleandcomplexmovements. Activities, such as walking or throwing a ball, are examinedtoidentifythewaysthatmusclesworksequentiallyandin tandem to produce all the possible movements of the human body. Throughout the course, students continue to advance their palpation and assessment skills. Evaluation of range of motion, including active and passive analysis, are presented. This course explorespossiblesourcesofmusculoskeletalsorenessandpain,andstudents are introduced to a variety of orthopedic assessments. This course has been designated as a natural science course.

Prerequisite:Course#1110

1302 Pathology(4 credit hours, 60 clock hours; 100% lecture)

This course surveys the pathology of musculoskeletal injuries, joint disease, systemic disease including neuromuscular, neurological, gastrointestinal,integumentary(skin),cardiovascular,respiratory,hematic(blood),genitourinary,andendocrinedisorders.Emphasisisondevelopingfamiliaritywithapproximately100commondiseases and conditions, their indications and contraindications for massage and bodywork therapy, and to be able to identify situations in which clients should be referred to a physician or other health careprovider.Studentsdeveloptheabilitytomakeinformeddeci-sions about the safety and applicability of massage modalities and to develop critical thinking skills to be able to find information independently. Throughout the course, students learn and use medical terminology. This course has been designated as a natural science course.


Course Descriptions

Bodywork Technique & ApplicationStudentsenrolledintheCenterPointtechniquecoursesaretocometoclasspreparedforhands-onpracticebywearingcomfortableclothingand bringing practice linens to each class.

Massagetechniquecourses:2sheets,1bathtowel,1handtowel,apillowcaseorfacecradlecover,ablanketandnon-oillubricants.

Shiatsutechniquecourses:2flatsheets,apillowcaseorfacecradlecoverandalargetowelorblanket.Shoesareremovedandsocksmustbeworn in the shiatsu classroom.

Western Massage Technique Courses3100 Swedish Massage Foundations(5credithours,120clockhours;25%lecture,75%lab)

ThefirsthalfofthecoursepresentsSwedishMassagetheoryandtechnique.ThepurposeofSwedishMassageistopromoterelaxation,stress reduction, health and body awareness. This type of massage is popular in spas, resorts, clinics and fitness centers and frequently serves as the basic massage technique for many massage therapists.It involves the application of lotion, cream or oil to the skin surface for gliding, kneading and other types of massage strokes to reduce stress and tension. In the first half of the course students learn a sequential massage protocolthatincorporatesallthefundamentalskillsofSwedishMassage.EmphasisisplacedonthefivecategoriesofstrokesinSwedishMassageforfullbodyapplication.Drapingtechniques,client positioning, therapist self-care and body mechanics are intro-ducedinthiscourse.SwedishMassageservesasafoundationontowhich deeper and more precise strokes and techniques are incorpo-rated. The second half of the course takes the student into the realm of creative massage that is individualized for each client and each session, with emphasis on client needs. The student learns to incor-porate a wide variety of new strokes, stretches and range of motion toaddressclientneeds.Studentsbegintoconcentrateonspecificbody regions and develop palpation skills to locate areas of tension. Muscleanatomy,bonylandmarksandbodymechanicsarereviewed.This course is available only in a daytime program.

Pre/Co-requisite:Course#1110

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Eastern Science2103 Fundamentals of TCM

(3 credit hours, 60 clock hours; 60% lecture, 40% lab activities)

AccordingtotheprinciplesofTraditionalChineseMedicine,thehumanexperienceisreflectedintheemotional,energeticandphysical aspects of the body. This course provides the foundational knowledge necessary to understand the human condition from a TraditionalChineseMedicine(TCM)standpoint.ThiscoursepresentsafoundationinTraditionalChineseMedicineandthemostcommonlyusedapproachesfromtheTCMtradition.Studentscompare and contrast the approach to the human condition from a holisticandconventionalWesternmedicalmodel.Studentslearnthe basic concepts of this ancient healing system, including features of the holistic paradigm, historical landmarks in the development ofChinesemedicine,Yin/Yangtheory,FundamentalSubstances,theCausesofDisease,EightPrinciples,FiveElements,FourExaminations,functionsoftheZangFuOrgans,meridianandpoint location, and assessment techniques. Early in the course, studentsbegintopracticetheFourExaminations,includingtongueand pulse assessment. The theory and assessment tools learned in

this course are used in the shiatsu technique courses for analysis and treatment planning. This course has been designated as a social science course.

Pre/Co-requisite:TakenconcurrentlywithCourse#4100or#4102

2201 Patterns & Pathology in TCM(3 credit hours, 60 clock hours; 60% lecture, 40% lab activities)

ThiscourseisdesignedtocontinueandexpandstudiesinTraditionalChineseMedicine(TCM)learnedinCourse#2102,includingFiveElements,FourExaminations,theorgansystems,assessment techniques, meridians and point locations with an emphasisonZangFuorganfunctions.Studentslearntheprimarypatterns of disharmony for each organ system. Class lectures and discussions deepen the understanding of the properties of individ-ual points, point category classifications and the Eight ExtraordinaryVessels.Casestudiesandclinicalapplicationsareexplored.Throughcasestudy,studentsapplyTCMprinciplesinevaluating clients. Course content will also be used in the shiatsu technique courses.


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3101 Swedish Massage I(2.5 credit hours, 60 clock hours; 25% lecture, 75% lab)

ThiscoursepresentsSwedishMassagetheoryandtechnique.ThepurposeofSwedishMassageistopromoterelaxation,stressreduc-tion, health and body awareness. This type of massage is popular in spas, resorts, clinics and fitness centers and frequently serves as the basic massage technique for many massage therapists. It involves the application of lotion, cream or oil to the skin surface for gliding, kneading and other types of massage strokes to reduce stress and tension. The students learn a sequential massage protocol thatincorporatesallthefundamentalskillsofSwedishMassage.EmphasisisplacedonthefivecategoriesofstrokesinSwedishMassageforfullbodyapplication.Drapingtechniques,clientposi-tioning, therapist self-care and body mechanics are introduced in thiscourse.SwedishMassageservesasafoundationontowhichdeeper and more precise strokes and techniques are incorporated. This course is available only in an evening program.


3102 Swedish Massage II(2.5 credit hours, 60 clock hours; 25% lecture, 75% lab)

This course takes the student into the realm of creative massage that is individualized for each client and each session, with emphasis on client needs. The student learns to incorporate a wide variety of new strokes, stretches and range of motion movements to addressclientneeds.Studentsbegintoconcentrateonspecificbodyregions and develop palpation skills to locate areas of tension. Muscleanatomy,bonylandmarksandbodymechanicsarereviewed.This course is available only in an evening program.


3200 Advanced Therapeutic Massage Techniques

(5 credit hours, 120 clock hours; 25% lecture, 75% lab)

This course includes the theory and techniques used in rehabilita-tive massage. This is the course that elevates massage to a therapeutic and rehabilitative approach. The focus is on learning techniques that have the capacity to create structural change in the soft tissues of the body. These techniques include trigger point therapy(Travell),cross-fiberfrictioning(Cyriax)andmyofascialreleasetechniques(Barnes).Studentslearntoaddresscommonsofttissueconditionsandinjuriesforclientswhohaveacuteand/orchronicpainorlimitedrangeofmotion.Studentslearnananatom-ically precise, structural approach to massage therapy.

Advanced anatomy, palpation skills and rehabilitative techniques are practiced. These techniques can be applied in a variety of situa-tions, including injuries from accidents, sports, work, repetitive use syndromes,posturaldistortionsandoverexertion.Othercauses,activatorsandperpetuatingfactorsareexamined.Referredpainpatterns, client symptomatology, entrapment syndromes, muscle specific stretches and other corrective actions are presented.

This course takes a regional approach to the body. The course initially concentrates on the upper body, including head and jaw, anterior/posteriorneck,chest,shouldersandarms.Theremainderof the course focuses on the abdomen, spinal muscles and low back, hips and thighs, knees, legs and feet and ankles.

Prerequisite:Course#3100or#3102;Pre/Co-requisite:Course#1200

Shiatsu Technique Courses4100 Shiatsu Foundations


In the first half of this course, students are introduced to the foun-dational principles and techniques of shiatsu. In the technique portion of the class, students learn a full-body, general conditioning sequence based in the Namikoshi system of shiatsu. Namikoshi ShiatsuistheofficialshiatsustyleofJapan.InJapan,NamikoshiShiatsuisconsideredtobethefoundationforlearningotherstylesof shiatsu. In the lecture portion of the course, students learn about relevant aspects of shiatsu including physiological effects, origins and history, contraindications, overall benefits, characteristics and applicationsforspecificconditions.Strengthtrainingexercises,guidedvisualizationsandkinestheticexplorationsareincludedtohelp students develop the physical strength, touch sensitivity and intuition necessary for performing shiatsu therapy. In the second half of the course, students learn the fundamental techniques of ShiatsuAnmabypracticingDr.Kaneko’sLongandShortForms.ThecourseteachestheoriginsandhistoryofShiatsuAnma,thefunctionsandlocationsofmajorpoints,theeffectsofShiatsuAnmatechniquesaccordingtoTraditionalChineseMedicineandbasicharapalpation.TaoistbreathingmeditationsandDo-Inexercisesbegin each class. The students learn the twelve main meridian pathways and are able to perform full hour sessions in Namikoshi ShiatsuandShiatsuAnma.Thiscourseisavailableonlyinthedaytime program.


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5203 Communication & Ethics(4.0 credit hours, 60 clock hours; 100% lecture)

This course focuses on two interconnected areas essential to the success of a bodywork therapist: effective communication skills and a clear understanding of the role of ethics in the therapeutic rela-tionship.Studentsarechallengedtolearnanddevelopeffectiveinterpersonal and professional communication skills. Through practice and discussion, students discover and define key communi-cation concepts including: barriers and enhancers of communication, active listening, rapport and empathy, verbal and non-verbal communication, constructive feedback and effective conflictresolution.Studentspracticeeffectiveoralandwrittencommunication skills through in-class presentations and written assignments. The importance of evidence informed practice, research methodologies and how to critique a research study are covered.Studentslearntoreadandevaluatecontent,conclusions,and information from articles and research, and how to apply these findingstotheirpractice.Studentsareintroducedtothefounda-tional principles of ethics and boundaries. Ethical challenges and decision making skills specific to the bodywork profession are explored.Studentsarechallengedtodevelopaprofessionalcodeofethicstobeusedintheirfuturepractice.Studentsunderstandthephilosophical and cultural impacts on personal and professional boundaries,explorepowerdifferentialsanddualrelationships,define the concepts of transference and countertransference and

examinethedifferencebetweensex,touchandintimacy.Inthiscourse, students are provided an introduction to the importance of credentials, relevant laws and regulations for the profession. This course also encourages self-awareness through evaluation and assess-ment of individual strengths and potential areas for growth. Two credits of this course have been designated as communications and two credits have been designated as humanities.

Prerequisite: none

5302 Successful Career Development(3.0 credit hours, 60 clock hours; 60% lecture, 40% lab activities)

This course prepares students for the beginning of their journey into the profession of therapeutic bodywork whether their goal is to gainemploymentorbecomeself-employed.Studentsworkingroup and individual formats to create their professional identity. They sharpen their individual focus and intention through the developmentofabusiness/actionplan,utilizingandhoningtheirresume writing and interviewing skills and discuss presenting themselves as professionals. Each student leaves the class with a completeidentitypackage(businesscard,brochure/flyerorwebsite,resume,ClientBillofRightsandbusinessplan)andaworkingknowledge of the ethics, laws and regulation of bodywork profes-sionals.

Prerequisite:Courses#5203andPre/Co-Requisite:oneofthefollowing:Course#3200,#3202,#4200,or#4202.

4101 Introduction to Shiatsu(2.5 credit hours, 60 clock hours; 25% lecture, 75% lab)

In this course, students are introduced to the foundational princi-ples and techniques of shiatsu. In the technique portion of the class, students learn a full-body, general conditioning sequence based in theNamikoshisystemofshiatsu.NamikoshiShiatsuistheofficialshiatsustyleofJapan.InJapan,NamikoshiShiatsuisconsideredtobe the foundation for learning other styles of shiatsu. In the lecture portion of the course, students learn about other relevant aspects of shiatsu including: physiological effects, origins and history, contra-indications, overall benefits, characteristics and applications for specificconditions.Strengthtrainingexercises,guidedvisualiza-tionsandkinestheticexplorationsareincludedtohelpstudentsdevelop the physical strength, touch sensitivity and intuition neces-saryforperformingshiatsutherapy.StudentsareabletoperformafullhourNamikoshiShiatsusessionbytheendofthiscourse.Thiscourse is available only in an evening program.

Recommended:Course#1110

4102 Shiatsu Anma(2.5 credit hours, 60 clock hours; 25% lecture, 75% lab)

Inthiscourse,studentslearnthefundamentaltechniquesofShiatsuAnmabypracticingDr.Kaneko’sLongandShortForms.ThecourseteachestheoriginsandhistoryofShiatsuAnma,thefunc-tionsandlocationsofmajorpoints,theeffectsofShiatsuAnmatechniquesaccordingtoTraditionalChineseMedicineandbasic

harapalpation.TaoistbreathingmeditationsandDo-Inexercisesbegin each class. The students learn the twelve main meridian pathwaysandareabletoperformafullhourShiatsuAnmasession.This course is available only in an evening program.

Prerequisite:Course#4101andPre/Co-Requisite:Course#2103

4200 Advanced Shiatsu Techniques & Applications


In this course, students learn principles of application for treating energeticimbalances.Studentspracticeassessingimbalancesandapplying shiatsu techniques in accordance with the Eight Principles totreatZangFuandChannelPathologies.AdvancedShiatsuAnmatechniques including Ampuku, side posture and elbow pressure are demonstrated and practiced. Principles and patterns of disharmony arepresentedwithin5-Elementmodules.Studentspracticeassess-ingtherootandbranchimbalanceswithineachmodule.Studentsdiscover how to address musculoskeletal conditions such as back pain,neckandshoulderpainandjointpainfromaTCMperspec-tive, treating both root and branch. In addition, students learn how to address internal imbalances such as headaches, digestive, respira-toryandgynecologicaldifficulties.Breathingmeditations,Qigong,and/orDo-Inexercisesbegineachclass.

Prerequisite:Courses#4100or#4102andPre/Co-Requisite:Course#2201

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TheCenterPointStudentClinicpromoteslearninginaprofessionalatmospherethatpreparesstudentsforfutureemployment.StudentClinic is the heart of CenterPoint’s career training programs, providing students the opportunity to create individualized client sessionsundertheguidanceofaclinicsupervisor.Duringtheirclinicterm,studentsmeetweeklyinSummarySessiontopresentanddiscusstheirclinicexperiencesinacollaborativesettingwithinstructorsandfellowstudents.ThroughStudentClinicandSummarySession,theCenterPointstudentdevelopstheskillsneeded to promote a successful and fulfilling bodywork practice.

Duringclinicsessionsstudentslearntointegrateknowledgeandtechniquewithsupportofanexperiencedsupervisor.Byexperienc-ing hands-on practice with the public, CenterPoint’s clinic helps to build the student’s self-confidence and professional competence as a bodywork professional.

StudentClinicincludessupervisedclinichoursworkingonclientsattheCenterPointStudentClinic,off-siteprogramsworkingwithspecialneedspopulationsandoutreachevents.Studentsregisterforclinic sessions within pre-allotted student clinic appointment hours.CenterPointoffersopportunitiesforstudentstoobtainexpe-rience working with special populations by completing a portion of their clinic hours in off-site locations. In the fall term, all students inStudentClinicparticipateintheMassage&ShiatsutentattheMedtronicTwinCitiesMarathon.

Studentssupplytheirownclean,solid-colorlinensandoil-freelubricants for student clinic. When working in the clinic, students wear a CenterPoint t-shirt with white, black or khaki pants. The scheduled clinic times are included in tuition and students do not receive credit for a clinic appointment without a client. CenterPoint’sStudentClinicisverypopularwiththepublic,however, students are responsible for assuring that they have clients toworkon.Studentsarescheduledforclinicshiftsaccordingtothenumber of shifts needed to fulfill the requirements for their program.Studentswhofailtoappearfortheirscheduledstudentclinicsessionswillbechargedafee($20.00permissedclientsession)andincuragradereduction.

BeforestudentsbeginStudentClinic,allofthefollowingprerequi-sites must be met:

• completionofallprerequisitetechniqueandscienceclasses

• concurrentenrollmentandattendanceintherequiredClinicTraining&SummarySessioncourse

• currentcertificationinAdultCPRandFirstAid

Outreach/FieldworkCenterPoint sponsors Outreach opportunities for students which promote community involvement and help develop professional skills through supervised student participation at health fairs, benefits, athletic events and much more. Outreach is a requirement forallStudentCliniccourses.Thisisanopportunityforstudentstoexperienceavarietyofpotentialworkenvironmentsandtodeveloppromotional skills.

6302 Special Populations(3.0 credit hours, 60 clock hours; 50% lecture and 50% lab)

The purpose of this capstone course is for the student to learn how to approach therapeutic bodywork for special populations utilizing the skill and knowledge from their entire program. The overall approach is an integrated one, where Eastern and Western approachesarediscussedtogether.Studentsinvestigateseveralspecial populations that frequently seek bodywork therapy. These populationsincludepatientswhohaveHIV/AIDS,geriatricpatients, individuals with impairments and disabilities, cancer patients and survivors, individuals who have diabetes, individuals who are obese, pregnant women, patients with fibromyalgia and survivors of trauma and abuse. Pathology, etiology, indications and contraindications are reviewed. With each module in this course, a case study is used as a launching point for discussion and practice. Case studies integrate technique, applications and adaptations that arethemostbeneficialforthatpopulation.Studentscreateand/or

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practice a full body treatment plan for the representative popula-tion.Bytheendofthecourse,studentsdesignandperformbeneficial treatment sessions, from assessment through application. In one or more of the units, students have an opportunity to work with guest volunteer clients from the public who have the condi-tions or represent the populations being studied in class.

Prerequisite:Courses#1302and#3200or#4200.

6430 Massage Clinic Training & Summary Session


This course prepares and orients massage students to all aspects of the clinical setting. Administrative policies and procedures are reviewed along with a review ofcontraindications,client/therapist roles, client after-care, client retention and outreach requirements. Intake, assessment and treat-ment planning are reviewed so that students can feel confident working with their clinic clients. Adjunctive techniques taught include chair massage, hydrotherapy andsportsmassage.Thecourseincludes24hoursofSummarySessioninacollegialenvironmentthatincludesstudentsandafaculty facilitator. In this portion, students interactively review sessions they have performed in student clinic, review hands-on techniques and assessment. The importance of Evidence Informed Practice is discussed and students complete a research project which includes a paper and professional-quality presentation.

Prerequisite:Courses#3200,#5203,concurrentenrollmentinCourse#6436.

6436 Massage Student Clinic(3 credit hours, 90 clock hours; 6.5% lecture, 93.5% lab)

This course provides students the opportunity to practice their massage techniques with members of the public who come to CenterPoint’sStudentClinic.StudentsattendFirstAidandCPRtrainingthefirstSaturdayoftheirclinicterm.StudentsintheTherapeuticMassageprogramapplytheiradvancedknowledgeandskills of anatomically specific work according to client need. Studentsperformanintake,designatreatmentplan,documentthesession, and follow up with clients. The sessions are closely super-vised.Atotalof61one-hourclinicsessionsand6outreachhoursare required.

Prerequisite:Courses#3200,#5203,concurrentenrollmentinCourse#6430andthecompletionoftheclinictrainingclassesof#6430.CurrentcertificationsinAdultCPRandFirstAidarerequiredforStudentClinic.

6440 Shiatsu Clinic Training & Summary Session


This course prepares and orients shiatsu students to all aspects of the clinical setting. Administrative policies and procedures are reviewedalongwithareviewofcontraindications,client/therapistroles, client aftercare, client retention and outreach requirements. TCMconcepts,intake,assessmentandtreatmentplanningarereviewed so that students can feel confident working with their clinic clients. Adjunctive techniques taught include chair shiatsu, auriculartherapy,moxibustionandcupping.Thecourseincludes27hoursofSummarySessioninacollegialenvironmentthatincludes students and a faculty facilitator. Client cases are reviewed, assessment and treatment possibilities are discussed by the group and recommendations are offered. The importance of Evidence Informed Practice is discussed and students complete a research project which includes a paper and professional-quality presenta-tion.

Prerequisite:Courses#4200,#5203andconcurrentenrollmentinCourse#6441or#6446.

6441 East West Student Clinic 1 Shiatsu(2.5 credit hours, 75 clock hours; 6.5% lecture, 93.5% lab)

This clinic course is required for students in the East West program after they complete the first phase of their training in shiatsu therapy.Studentspracticetheirshiatsutechnique,assessmentandapplication skills with members of the public who come to CenterPoint’sStudentClinic.StudentsexperienceintegratingshiatsutechniqueswithadvancedknowledgeandskillsofTCMandtreatmentplanningaccordingtoclientneed.Studentsperformintakes, design treatment plans, document the sessions and follow up with clients. The required sessions are closely supervised. A totalof51one-hourclinicsessionsand4outreachhoursfulfillthiscourserequirement.StudentsattendFirstAidandCPRtrainingthefirstSaturdayoftheirclinicterm.


6446 Shiatsu Student Clinic(3 credit hours, 90 clock hours; 6.5% lecture, 93.5% lab)

ThiscliniccourseisrequiredforstudentsintheShiatsuTherapyProgram.Studentspracticetheirshiatsutechnique,assessmentandapplication skills with members of the public who come to CenterPoint’sStudentClinic.StudentsexperienceintegratingshiatsutechniqueswithadvancedknowledgeandskillsofTCMandtreatmentplanningaccordingtoclientneed.Studentsperformintakes, design treatment plans, document the sessions and follow up with clients. The required sessions are closely supervised. A totalof61one-hourclinicsessionsand6outreachhoursfulfillthiscourserequirement.StudentsattendtheFirstAidandCPRcoursesthefirstSaturdayoftheirclinicterm.

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6450 East West Clinic Training & Summary Session


This course prepares and orients East West students to all aspects of the clinical setting. Administrative policies and procedures are briefly reviewed,alongwithareviewofcontraindications,client/therapistroles,clientaftercare,clientretentionandoutreachrequirements.SubjectstaughtincludeasystematicreviewofSwedishMassage,BodyMobilizationTechniques(BMT),NamikoshiShiatsu,ShiatsuAnmaandshiatsuapplications.Thecourseincludes27hoursofSummarySessionina collegial environment that includes students and a faculty facilitator. In this portion, students review sessions they have performed in student clinic, hands-on techniques, assessment, and discuss treatment principles and strategies. Emphasis is on integration of Eastern and Western assess-ment and techniques to address specific client complaints.

Prerequisite:Courses#3200,#4200,#5203,concurrentenrollmentinCourse#6451.

6451 East West Student Clinic II Massage(2 credit hours, 60 clock hours; 6.5% lecture, 93.5% lab)

This clinic course is required for students in the East West program after they complete the second phase of their training in therapeutic massage. Studentsbeginthisclinictermbypracticingmassagesessions.Studentsapply their advanced knowledge and skills of anatomically specific work according to client need. Then, emphasis is placed on integrating massage &shiatsuinthesamesession.Studentspracticeassessment,treatmentplanning and application integrating Eastern and Western knowledge and skill.Therequiredsessionsarecloselysupervised.Atotalof42one-hourclinicsessionsand2outreachhoursarerequired.ThefirstSaturdayofthecourseisasixhourorientationtoEastWestclinicandisdevotedtoexploringtheintegrationofshiatsuandmassage,bothpracticallyandtheoretically.

Prerequisite:Courses#3200,#4200,#5203,concurrentenrollmentinCourse#6450andthecompletionoftheclinictrainingclassesof#6450.CurrentcertificationsinAdultCPRandFirstAidarerequiredforStudentClinic.

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3204 Craniosacral Techniques(2 credit hours, 45 clock hours)

Craniosacral Therapy is a gentle, non-invasive, hands-on method for correcting problems in the craniosacral system in which the brainandspinalcordfunction.Usingalighttouch,practitionerswork through clothing, assessing and releasing restrictions in the craniosacral and fascial systems throughout the body to improve the functioning of the whole person. Craniosacral Therapy encour-ages the body’s natural healing mechanisms to dissipate the negative effects of stress and improve the body’s internal environment. Craniosacral Therapy is increas-ingly used as a preventive measure for its ability to bolster resistance to disease and is effective for a wide range of common problems. Everyone benefits from this work of balancing and regu-lating the cerebral spinal fluid and especially those with the following conditions:

• Headaches(migraineandtension)

• Chronicneckandbackpain

• Learningdisabilitiesandattentiondeficiencies

• Chronicfatigueandfibromyalgia

• Emotionalimbalance

• Stressandtension-relatedproblems

• Neurologicaldisorders(Stroke,Parkinson’sDisease,MS,etc.)

• Temporo-mandibularjoint(TMJ)syndromeandotherconnec-tive-tissue disorders

Thiscourseexplorestheanatomyandphysiologyofthecraniosacralsystem, and students learn hands-on cranial and fascial release tech-niques to manage and reduce pain, various illnesses and dysfunction. Craniosacral techniques are easily incorporated into massageandshiatsubodyworksessions.Experiencehowthesetech-niques offer astonishing results with minimal effort.

Prerequisite:Courses#1110and#3100or#3102,or#4100,or#4102.

3208 Spa & Resort Techniques(2 credit hours, 45 clock hours)

Spashavebecomeoneofthelargestemployersofmassagethera-pistsintheUnitedStates.Spatechniquescombinenaturalhealingtraditionswithrelaxation&restorationforthespamassageclient.

Spatrainingpreparesthemassageorshiatsutherapisttofindemployment in spa establishments, resorts, hotels, salons and cruise ships.Bodyworktherapistsalsoincorporatespatechniquesintoprivatepracticewithouttheneedforextensiveequipmentorspecial“wetroom”facilities.ThefoundationofCenterPoint’sSpa&ResortTechniquescourseistherapeutic.Spatechniquesaretaughtfromthehealingperspectiveinadditiontocomfortandrelaxation.Theseancient practices have therapeutic benefits for todays massage clients.

In this course students discover historical background for spa and resort massage, and a vast array of spa techniques including wraps, clay application, hydrotherapy, heated stone massage and much more. Essential Oils and Aromatherapy are introduced and inte-gratedintomanyofthespatreatments.Studentslearnandpractice:

• Safeuseofhotandcoldstonestobringbalanceandground-ing to clients

• Theart,scienceandapplicationofaromatherapyandexfolia-tion techniques using salt, sugar and manual brushing

• Bodywrapswithvariousmediumsincludingclay,mud,seaweed and herbs

• Marketingideas

Spa&ResortTechniquesisanexcellentwaytoexpandyoursessionswithclients.Youcancombinemanyofthespatechniqueswith your massage or shiatsu sessions to create just the right treat-ment.Selectthiselectivetolearnmanytoolstoofferawiderangeof services to your clients, both in private practice and established businesses. This course is recommended for students who wish to work in the spa industry.

Prerequisite:Courses#1110and#3100or3102,or#4100or#4102.

3209 Foot & Hand Reflexology(2 credit hours, 45 clock hours)

The ancients worldwide knew the power of pressing points on the feetandhandstoincreasehealthandwell-being.Discoverwhatthey knew! The hands and feet contain points and regions that correspond to all the body’s structures and functions, making reflexologyanidealadjunctivetechniqueforanyofCenterPoint’sprograms.Reflexologyisbasedontheholisticmodelofthebodyand makes use of the concept that the whole is reflected in each of theparts.Inthisfunandexcitingcourse,youwilllearnthedetailed maps of the hands and feet and the techniques to make reflexologyaneffectiveandtherapeuticadditiontoyourpractice.Studentslearn:

• Whysomeconditionsarebestaddressedonfeetorhands

• TraditionalThumb-Walking

• Non-traditionaltechniquestosaveyourthumbs

• Conditionspecificprotocols

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• Add-ontechniquessuchasfootsoaks,paraffindipsandaromatherapeutic lotions

• BasicaromatherapywithspecificapplicationtoenergeticChakra points on the feet

In addition, students are introduced to aromatherapy with essential oils which are integrated into foot and hand treatments. Reflexologycanserveasastand-alonetherapyorbecombinedwithyour other tools and techniques. There are many opportunities to experiencethehealingeffectsofhandandfootreflexology,andpractice your technique in class with the other students.


3211 Birth Doula & Bodywork Therapy(2 credit hours, 45 clock hours)

A birth doula is a person trained to provide physical, emotional and informational support during the childbirth process. Numerous studies have documented the benefits of having a birth doula present at labor. With the support of a doula, women report having amorepositivebirthexperienceandhaveanincreasedlikelihoodofan unmedicated, natural childbirth. In addition to birth doula training, students learn bodywork techniques for prenatal and labor support.Theintegrationofbodyworktherapyintothelaborexpe-riencehelpstostimulatetheproductionofnaturaloxytocin,increasing feelings of well being, and promoting a higher pain threshold.Studentslearn:

• DONAInternationalStandardsofPracticeandCodeofEthics

• Prenatalsupport&doulabusinesspractices

• Clientcommunication

• Laborsupportandcomfortmeasures

• EasternandWesternpregnancyandlaborsupportbodyworktechniques

• Howtodealwithchallengingchildbirthscenarios

• Aboutthenewbornandbasicsofbreastfeedingsupport

• Postpartumsupportandresources

ThiscoursefollowstheDONAInternationalstandardsandpreparesstudentstoapplyforDONAcertificationuponcomple-tionofadditionalrequirements.Thiscourseprovidesmassage&shiatsu therapists with a unique and complimentary skill set that sets them apart from other professionals.


4204 Thai Massage(2 credit hours, 45 clock hours)

ThaiMassageispartofthefour-foldtraditionalmedicalsystemofThailand. Thai medicine shares features with Chinese medicine and Ayurvedic medicine, including the concepts of energy flow through pathwaysofthebody.Thisstyleofbodyworkemphasizesthemind/

body connection and has been utilized in the treatment of physical, emotional and spiritual disorders.

ThemaintechniquesofThaiMassageincludetheapplicationofstretching and acupressure throughout the whole body to stimulate energyflow.ThaiMassageisoftencalledThaiYogaMassagebecause the therapist uses assisted yoga asanas to move the client through a series of stretches similar to yoga. It is performed on a floor mat and utilizes the thumbs, fingers, forearms, elbows, palms, knees, legs and feet for stretching, massage and acupressure tech-niques,jointmobilizationandmusclecompression.ThaiMassageisaveryactiveandenergizing,yetdeeplyrelaxingexperienceforboththepractitionerandtheclient.Oncetheclienthasrelaxed,the practitioner, with a heightened sensitivity, stretches the client to his or her comfortable limit.

A high level of significance is attributed to the abdominal region. AccordingtoThaiTraditionalMedicine,allthemajorenergypathways of the body have their origin in the vicinity of the navel. Therefore, the abdominal massage techniques are a crucial compo-nent of the healing benefit of this training.

In this course, you will discover the main features of Thai TraditionalMedicinefocusingontheconceptsofenergyflowthrough pathways of the body. The main manual applications of acupressure and stretching will be presented and practiced. StudentslearntoperformafullbodyThaiMassage.Techniquesforthe supine, side-lying, sitting and prone positions are included. This course includes chanting as a form of meditation at the start of each class. This is a great course to choose to integrate Thai Massagetechniquesandexpandyourmassageand/orshiatsu“toolbox”.


4205 Health Restorative Bodywork Therapy(2 credit hours, 45 clock hours)

Mostbodyworktherapistsencounterclientswhoexperiencesymptomsofchronicexhaustionanddepletion(CED).HealthRestorativeBodyworkTherapyisacoursedesignedtogivepracti-tionersfromallbodyworkmodalitiesskillstoassessandtreatCED.In this course, students learn to evaluate primary patterns, signs andsymptomsofCED.Studentsareintroducedtodietarytherapy,infrared therapy, craniosacral therapy-inspired techniques, auriculo-therapy and the use of therapeutic magnets as tools to address symptomsofCED.Additionally,studentslearnandpracticeaself-care routine designed to restore and maintain both health and wellness. The core of this course centers on application of the tech-niqueslearnedtotreatCED.Throughpracticeononeanotherandself monitoring of symptoms, students accumulate data on their own progress. This data is presented as a part of the capstone project at the end of the term. The capstone includes research findings,resultsandexperienceswithtreatingCEDandtheexperi-ence of regularly practicing the self-care routines.


4300 Advanced Asian Bodywork Therapy(2 credit hours, 45 clock hours)

AdvancedAsianBodyworkTherapyofferstheshiatsustudentaddi-tional skills and techniques to improve clinical effectiveness. Studentshavetheopportunitytodeepenintuitiveawarenesswhileimproving assessment and treatment skills. This course focuses on expandingandrefiningassessmentskillswhileprovidingthetoolstotreatcomplexpatternsofdisharmony.

This course includes the following areas of emphasis:

• Refiningandpracticingassessmentmethodsincludingharaand navel diagnosis, 5-Element body type analysis and discernment through palpation and visual assessment tech-niques

• Addressingmentalandemotionalconditionswithassessmentand treatment strategies utilizing the 5-Element Creative and Destructivecycles

• DeepeningpointselectionskillsintreatmentswiththeuseofTransportingpoints,Luopointsformusculo-skeletalcondi-tionsandtheSpiritandGhostpointsforeffectiveresults

• Usingthe8ExtraordinaryVesselstoassessandtreatadvancedconditions and difficult patterns

• Assessingandtreatingconditionsofthe“Fu”organs(Yangorgans)

• Deepeningandexpandingtheutilizationofthe5-Elementtheory in assessing and treating clients’ imbalances

• Assessmentandlong-termtreatmentplanningforYinandYangcombinedpathologies,complexconditionsandwesternphysical and mental-emotional diseases

EachclassbeginswithMedicalQigongexercisesthatcanbebene-ficialtoclientswithdiseaseslikediabetes,cancer,trauma/PTSD,irritablebowelsyndromeandmore.Studentsintegratethepowerful tools, knowledge and techniques from this course into their shiatsu practice.

Prerequisite:Courses#4200and#2201

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Program Requirements and HoursUnits of Academic CreditCenterPointcoursesaremeasuredinSemesterCreditHours.ThestandarddefinitionofaSemesterCreditHourisasfollows:

15clockhoursoflecturetimeearns1credit,30clockhoursoflabtimeearns1credit

Pleasenotethatsomecoursescontainamixtureoflectureandlabinstruction and therefore have fractions of credits assigned to them. Clock hours are stated for each course, as this reflects the actual in-class time that students must schedule. One clock hour is defined as a minimumof55minutesofinstructionaltimeina60-minutehour.CenterPoint is categorized as a clock hour school for financial aid and accreditation purposes.

Study TimeMostcoursesrequireoutofclassstudyandpracticetime.Reading,homework, projects and technique practice are out-of-class activities. In general, one or two hours of outside study and practice is needed for everyhourspentinclass.Studentsintechniquecoursesareexpectedtopracticetheirtechniquesoutsideofclass2-5hoursperweek.

Program SchedulesTheCenterPointschoolyearisdividedintothree15-weekterms.TheFalltermbeginsinAugust/September,theWintertermbeginsinJanuary,andtheSpringtermbeginsinApril/May.Programsareyear-roundwithaoneortwoweekbreakbetweenterms.

Schedulesareavailableforalltrainingprogramswithfull-time,part-time,dayandeveningoptions. Accelerated scheduling options are available for qualified students. Ask your AdmissionsRepresentativeformoreinformation.Allcoursesbegininthefirstweekofatermandrunfor15weeks.Mostcoursesmeetonceperweek.Noteverycourserunseveryterm.CheckthecurrentCenterPointProgramSchedulesformoreinformation.ProgramSchedulesareavailablefromanAdmissionsRepresentative.

The full-time schedule is optimal for a student to progress through the program in the shortest amount of time and be fully immersed in the training. The full-time student attends class approximately16-20hoursperweek.ClassesarescheduledMondaythroughThursday

duringthedaytimeforfull-timestudents.Allstudents,includingdaytimestudents,attendtheirClinicTrainingandSummarySessioncourseoneeveningperweekduringtheirclinicterm.PleaseseeCenterPoint’sProgramRegistrationFormsandCourseSchedulesformoreinformation.

The part-time schedules are designed for students with full-time work or family commitments. The part-timestudentattendsclassatleast12hoursperweek,typicallythreeeveningsperweek.ClassesarescheduledMondaythroughThursday.Daytimeschedulesarealsoavailableinthepart-timeformatinalter-natingterms.PleasecheckwithanAdmissionsRepresentativeforthepart-timeschedules.Itisstronglyrecommendedthatanyonewhoworks20hoursormoreperweekenrollinapart-timeprogram.

Elective Courses are scheduled in weekend modules or on a weekday evening. The weekend elective courses meet for one weekend per month, over three months. The evening elective course is scheduled on a weekday evening,onceaweekfor15weeks.Pleasecheckthecurrentprogramscheduleformoreinformation.

StudentClinicatCenterPointisscheduledonFridays,SaturdaysandperiodicallyonSundays.Studentsattend one or two shifts almost every weekend during their clinic term and must have both Friday and Saturdayavailability.Studentsarescheduledforfourone-hourappointmentspershift.Off-sitestudentclinicopportunities serving special populations may be available during the weekdays. The outreach clinic hours thatstudentscompleteduringtheirclinicterm(s)arescheduledmostoftenonweekdaysduringnormalbusiness hours. Evening students may need to make arrangements to attend a weekday outreach event to fulfill their outreach requirement.

To support learning and success, and to ensure that all course prerequisites are met, CenterPoint’s schedules provide the optimal progression through the curriculum. Please refer to the CenterPoint Program RegistrationFormforspecificdatesandtimesoftermsandcourses.YoumayrequestaProgramSchedulefromanAdmissionsRepresentative.

Academic Calendars for 2016 - 2019

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Term Start Date End DateFall2016 9/1/16 12/19/16

Winter2017 1/9/17 4/20/17

Spring2017 5/1/17 8/15/17

Term Start Date End DateFall2017 8/31/17 12/18/17

Winter2018 1/4/18 4/18/18

Spring2018 4/30/18 8/15/18

Term Start Date End DateFall2018 8/30/18 12/17/18Winter2019 1/7/19 4/18/19

Spring2019 5/2/19 8/19/19

CenterPoint is closed on the following days:NewYear’sDay,MemorialDay,FourthofJuly,LaborDay,ThanksgivingHolidayandChristmasDay.

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It’s All About ValueAdmissionsNow is the time to invest in your education for a rewarding career. Whether you are embark-ing on your first career or making a shift to a new, more fulfilling career, the CenterPoint admissionsstaffisheretosupportyou.YourAdmissionsRepresentativeisaccessibleforallofyour inquiries and questions regarding CenterPoint’s programs throughout the admissions process. We want you to feel confident that CenterPoint is the right school for you.

TheCenterPointAdmissionsstaffisavailableMondaythroughFridayduringnormalbusinesshours.ContactAdmissionsbytelephoneat952-562-5200,ext.220andbye-mailatadmis-sions@CenterPointMN.com.Allcallsandinquiriesarereturnedwithin24hours,Mondaythrough Friday.

Where do I begin?Tofullyexploreyourpossibilities,weinviteyoutoscheduleapersonalappointmentwithanAdmissionsRepresentative.Youwillshareyoureducationalandcareervision,tourtheschooland have all your questions answered in a welcoming and peaceful environment.

Explore Your Possibilities at CenterPointAttend an Admissions Meet & Greet.DiscovertheartandscienceofTherapeuticMassageandShiatsuTherapy.EnjoyafreechairmassagefromcurrentCenterPointstudents.Learnabout the therapeutic bodywork profession and see a demonstration from our founders who are nationallyrecognizedinthefieldsofmassageandshiatsu.Experienceourhandsonteachingandlearningenvironment.HearabouttheexcitingeducationalandprogramchoicesyouhaveatCenterPoint.Becomeinspiredwithmanycareeroptionsandexploreyourfutureinourfriendly and welcoming environment. Check the CenterPoint website for the upcoming AdmissionsMeet&Greetatwww.CenterPointMN.com.

Attend a Free Introductory Class.CenterPointoffers2-hourintroductoryclassesforpeoplewhoareconsideringmassageandbodyworkasaprofession.Youwilllearnsimpletherapeuticmassage or shiatsu techniques that you can use on friends and family. Call Admissions to reserveyourplace:952-562-5200,ext.220

Be a Student for a Day.CallyourAdmissionsRepresentativetoarrangeforyoutoattendclasses,talkwithstudentsandmeetinstructors.Thisisanidealwaytoexperienceourexcel-lent instruction and friendly environment.

Schedule a session in CenterPoint’s Student Clinic. If you would like to see what our studentslearn,scheduleanappointmentinourstudentclinic.YouwillreceiveafirsthandexperienceofwhatyoucanexpecttolearnatCenterPoint.CallCenterPoint’sreceptionat952-562-5200toscheduleyourappointment.

Attend a Massage Basics and/or a Shiatsu Basics workshop. These one day, introductory workshopsareanexcellentopportunityforpeopleconsideringtherapeuticbodyworkasacareer.AskyourAdmissionsRepresentativeforinformationandaschedule,orvisitwww.CenterPointMN.com.

Attend an Admissions Information Session.Sessionsareofferedweekly,comelearnaboutalloftheexcitingcareerchoicesinMassageandShiatsuTherapy.Discoverhowtostartyourjourneytoarewardingcareer.CallAdmissionstoreserveyourplace:952-562-5200,ext.220

Contact CenterPoint Admissions952-562-5200,ext220•Fax952-562-5201•email:[email protected]

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Requirements for AdmissionAdmission to CenterPoint requires that an applicant must:

1.Beatleast18yearsofageorhaveparentalapproval.

2.Haveahighschooldiplomaortheinternationalequivalent,aGeneralEquivalencyDiploma(GED),havecompletedahomeschool program recognized by the state or have completed a degree program from a college or university that holds an accreditationrecognizedbytheU.S.DepartmentofEducation.

3.Haveaminimum2.0GradePointAverageinpreviouseduca-tion or equivalent academic ability as demonstrated by career experience.

4.Bephysically,mentallyandemotionallyabletogiveandreceive bodywork. If you are aware of any health conditions or learning challenges that may limit your ability to successfully complete these programs, please discuss this with your AdmissionsRepresentative.

5. Not be attending any other school or program while attend-ing CenterPoint and be prepared to attend all scheduled classes.

6.Befluentinreading,speakingandwritingintheEnglishlanguage. All programs and courses at CenterPoint are conductedintheEnglishlanguageandalltextbooksandother materials are in English.

How to ApplyIfyouareconsideringanexcitingcareerintherapeuticbodywork,start your career training at CenterPoint now. Apply early as class sizes are limited and are filled on a first come, first serve basis.

1.ScheduleaninformationaltourwithanAdmissionsRepresentative.

2.Completeandsubmittheone-pageapplicationwiththe$50application fee.

3.Haveofficialhighschooltranscriptsandtranscriptsfromallpost-secondary schools sent directly from the educational institutions to CenterPoint. Applicants whose prior education was in a language other than English must submit a certified translated copy in English.

4.Completeandsubmittheapplicationessayquestions.

CenterPoint’sAdmissionsRepresentativewillcontactyoutoschedule your Admissions interview within two week of receiving your application and will send you a packet with materials to help youprepare.Bringthecompletedmaterialsandformswithyoutoyour Admissions interview.

EnrollmentIt is recommended to complete the enrollment process early. This will assure a place in your requested program with your preferred schedule. After submitting your application:

• AttendaFinanceInformationSession.Learnabouttuition,fees,CenterPoint’sDiscountEquipment,Book&SupplyPackagesandpaymentoptions.Receivein-depthinformationabout financial aid programs available to you.

• CompletetheAdmissionsInterview.Thisinterviewistoensure a solid fit between your goals and CenterPoint’s programs. The interview will discuss your:

- Career goals

- Physical, emotional and mental ability to be successful in CenterPoint’s curriculum and professional practice

- Ability to balance school with your job, family responsibili-ties and outside commitments

- Personal support system

- Program, electives and schedule. Choose the CenterPoint training program, schedule and elective courses that are right for you

• Submitallcompletedenrollmentformswitha$100tuitiondeposit(tobesubmittedattheAdmissionsInterview).

• AllapplicationsarereviewedbytheApplicantReviewCommittee after the interview is complete. The Applicant ReviewCommitteemayrequestadditionalinformationfromthe applicant.

• Youwillreceiveconfirmationinwritingofacceptanceordenial of acceptance to CenterPoint.

• Uponacceptance,scheduletomeetwithCenterPoint’sFinancialAidAdministratortochoosethefinancialaidand/orfinancing plan that best fits your needs.

• ThefinalstepistoattendCenterPoint’sNewStudentOrientation prior to beginning your career training.

International StudentsAcademic success at CenterPoint is dependent upon the student’s ability to communicate in English. Non-native English speakers mayberequiredtopasstheTOEFL(TestofEnglishasaForeignLanguage)and/orTSE(TestofSpokenEnglish).

Contact CenterPoint AdmissionsCall952-562-5200,ext220Cell:612-229-1166

e-mail:[email protected]

Admissions ProcessThe Ideal CandidateCenterPointseeksapplicantswhoshowpromisetobecomededicated,compassionateandresponsiblebodyworktherapists.Successasabodywork therapist requires commitment, the ability to relate to others, competence at meeting goals and a genuine interest in wellness. Applicants not meeting all requirements for admission may be considered for program admission by successfully completing CenterPoint’s CandidateProgram.PleaseaskyourAdmissionsRepresentativeforinformation.

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Tuition and Fees It’s All About Value!CenterPointispleasedtooffertrainingprogramsthatareaffordableandvaluable.Allprogramsarepricedwithyouinmind.BychoosingCenterPoint’s programs, you are investing in your future.

CenterPointparticipatesinavarietyoffinancialaidprogramsthatallowyoutoeasilyandaffordablyfinanceyourtuition,textbooks,equipmentandfees.Wehaveexperiencedstaffreadytoassistyouwithyourindividualfinancialprofile,creatinguniquesolutionsforeachnew student.

Tuition and FeesTuition for Programs and Elective Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $310/credithour

Application Fee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$50

TuitionDeposit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$100

StudentServicesFee(full-timestudent) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $80/Term

StudentServicesFee(part-timestudent) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $55/Term

Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $20/Term

GraduationFee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$55

Academic Programs Hours Credits Lab Fees** Textbooks* Equipment* Supplies*EastWestTherapeuticBodywork,AAS 1350 64 $55 $1146 $1165 $268

ShiatsuTherapy,Diploma 900 44.5 $20 $788 $409 $140

TherapeuticMassage,Diploma 900 44.5 $40 $746 $756 $161

MassagePractitioner,Certificate 600 30.5 $30 $508 $515 $161

*CenterPointoffersStudentDiscountEquipment,Book,andSupplyPackages.Thesepackagesaredesignedforeachprogramandincludetherequiredequipmentandtextbooks.PleaserequesttheStudentDiscountCatalogfromAdmissions.

**Labfeesareforthefollowingcourses:#1200,#6430,#6436,#6440,#6441,#6446,#6450,#6451

Elective Courses Credits Lab Fees Textbooks* SuppliesSpa&ResortTechniques 2.0 $103 $70 $217

Foot&HandReflexology 2.0 $61 $34 $61

BirthDoula&BodyworkTherapy 2.0 $128

HealthRestorativeBodyworkTherapy 2.0 $26 $42

CraniosacralTechniques 2.0 $23

ThaiMassage 2.0 $40

AdvancedAsianBodyworkTherapy 2.0 $12

Other Fees that may be incurred by students• InstructorTutorials-$60perhour • Studentno-showinclinic-$20perclientsession

• Practicalexamretakes-$60perhour • Latepayment-$50

• ChangeofProgramfee-$50 •ReturnedCheckFee-$25

• ChangeofSchedulefee-$25

Textbook,labandequipmentfeesareapproximationsandarenotincludedintuition.Tuitionandfeesarecorrectatthetimeofpublica-tion and are subject to change.

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Financial Aid & Financing OptionsCenterPoint offers a variety of ways for students to finance their tuitionandeducationalexpenses.Qualifiedstudentsmayreceivefinancial aid from federal, state and private funding sources. EligibilitycriteriaforfederalprogramsincludeU.S.Citizenship,SelectiveServiceenrollmentandbeingoodstandingwithpriorfederal loans. To be eligible to receive financial aid students must enrollandattendaminimumof12clockhoursperweek,maintainsatisfactory academic progress and stay on schedule to complete theirprogramwithin150%ofthepublishedlengthoftime.

To learn about CenterPoint’s financial aid programs, tuition and fees, the discount equipment, book and supply packages and paymentoptions,plantoattendaFinanceInformationSessionthatisscheduledweekly.Allapplicantsarerequiredtoattend.YourAdmissionsRepresentativewillgiveyouthescheduledtimes.

CenterPoint participates with federal, state and private student fundingprograms.Studentsaretocompletetheirfinanceplans,financial aid applications, and obtain official approvals prior to the start of school. It is best to complete the finance process early. Studentswhodonothaveallfundinginplacebytheendofthefirst week of the term may be withheld from attending school. The following is a list of easy and affordable financing options.

Federal Student AidTitleIVFunding/FederalStudentAidareprogramsthroughtheU.S.DepartmentofEducationforeligiblestudentstohelppayfortuitionandeducationalexpenses.Toapply,submitaFAFSA(FreeApplicationforFederalStudentAid)onlineatwww.studentloans.gov.CenterPoint’sSchoolCodeis:041488

Pell Grant -ThePellGrantdoesnothavetoberepaid.Ifyoudo not already have a bachelors’ degree and demonstrate finan-cial need, you may be eligible for this grant.

Subsidized Direct Loan - This is a long-term, low-interest loan basedonfinancialneed.Youpaynointerestwhileyouareinschool. Interest starts to accrue at the start of the grace period upon graduation.

Unsubsidized Direct Loan - This is a long-term, low-interest loan.Financialneedisnotrequired.Youbegintomaketheinterest payments while you are in school, through the grace period and length of the loan.

PLUS Loan-PLUSLoansallowparentsofdependentstudentstofundthetotalcostofeducationthroughaFederalPLUSLoan.AparentFAFSAandParentPlusMasterPromissoryNote is required.

Minnesota SELF LoanTheMinnesotaSELFLoanprogramofferslow-interest,long-termloanstoMinnesotastudentsadministeredbytheMinnesotaOfficeofHigherEducation.Youmusthaveacreditworthycosignertobe

eligible.StudentswhoareenrolledinanyofCenterPoint’sprogramsthatareatleast600clockhoursmayqualifyfortheGradeLevel1loan.Inaddition,studentsenrolledintheEastWestTherapeuticBodyworkA.A.S.programmayqualifyforanaddi-tionalamountatGradeLevel2afterthecompletionof900cumulative clock hours. For additional information and to apply, visit: www.selfloan.state.mn.us

Minnesota State GrantTheMinnesotaStateGrantprogramhelpsstudentsfromlowandmoderateincomefamiliespayforeducationalexpenses.StudentsapplyforaStateGrantbycompletingtheFAFSA(FreeApplicationforFederalStudentAid)onlineat:www.studentloans.gov.ToreceiveaStateGrant,theFAFSAmustbesubmittedtothefederalprocessing center within 30 days of the student’s term start date. Forinformation,visit:http://www.ohe.state.mn.us/

Sallie Mae LoansSallieMaeprovidesprivate,long-termloanstostudents.Youmayreceive funds for tuition, books, equipment, supplies and unmet financial need up to the Cost of Attendance. The interest rate varies based upon creditworthiness.

To apply online, visit: www.salliemae.com.

VA BenefitsEligiblemilitaryveteransanddependentscanuseGIbillfundsthroughwww.GiBill.govtoattendCenterPoint.

Dislocated Worker ProgramEligible workers who have been laid off may qualify to receive fundstoattendCenterPoint.ContacttheMinnesotaDepartmentofEmploymentandEconomicDevelopmentorcontactCenterPoint’sAdmissionsRepresentativeforinformation.

CenterPoint Payment PlansStudentshavetheoptionoffinancingpartoralloftheirtuitionthrough CenterPoint payment plans. This option is for students who are able to make monthly payments that may be minimal or substantial, depending on need. All CenterPoint finance plans includeinterestand/orfeesandaretobepaidinfullpriortograd-uation.

How To Finance Your Tuition1.ConfirmthatyourapplicationtoCenterPointiscompleteand

you have been accepted.

2.AttendaCenterPointFinanceInformationSessionthatisscheduledweekly.YourAdmissionsRepresentativewillgiveyou the scheduled times.

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3.CompletethefinancialaidformsonlineincludingtheFASFAandSELFLoanapplication.Youmaycompleteallorpartofthis process at CenterPoint with assistance from our Financial AidAdministrator.CenterPoint’sSchoolCodeforFAFSAis:041488

4.MeetwithCenterPoint’sFinancialAidAdministratortoconfirm and complete your financing process

For Federal Financial Aid, complete the following:

• Createyour“FSAID”andPasswordat:www.studentloans.govandclickon“createaFSAID”

• CompletetheFAFSA(FreeApplicationforFederalStudentAid)onlineat:www.studentloans.govandselect www.fafsa.gov

• CompletetheMasterPromissoryNote(MPN)at:www.studentloans.gov and select www.fafsa.gov

• CompletetheonlineEntranceCounseling:www.studentloans.gov and print the certificate of completion

For Minnesota State SELF Loan, complete the following:

•TheFAFSAonline(seeabove)at:www.studentloans.govselectwww.fafsa.gov

• TheonlineSELFLoanApplication:www.selfloan.state.mn.us

For Sallie Mae Private Loan, complete the following:

• TheonlineSallieMaeLoanApplication:www.salliemae.com.Choose:CareerTrainingSmartOptionStudentLoan.SelectCenterPointin“SchoolAttending”

After your on-line applications are complete, you will meet with CenterPoint’s Financial Aid Administrator to help you determine which plan, or combination of options, will work best for you. Please bring with you the following documents:

• PrinteddocumentationofthesignedMPN(MasterPromissoryNote)

• Proofofon-lineEntranceCounseling

To Self-Finance your Tuition:

• AttendtheCenterPointFinanceInformationSession

• MakeanappointmentwithCenterPoint’sFinancialAidAdministrator to complete your finance plan and payment agreement.

Studentswhomakeregularpaymentsmustsubmittheirpaymentsontime.Alatefeeof$50.00willbechargedfortuitionpaymentsmorethan10dayslate.

Tuition DepositThe$100tuitiondepositispaidatthetimeoftheAdmissionsInterview(priortoyourmeetingwithCenterPoint’sFinancialAidAdministrator),andthebalanceofthetuitionisfinanced.The$100tuitiondepositisheldinthestudent’saccountandrefundedto the student after graduation less any outstanding fees.

Entrance CounselingStudentswhoparticipateintheFederalorStateloan programs are to attend CenterPoint’s Entrance Counseling session. This Entrance Counseling session is required and scheduled on the same evening asNewStudentOrientation.PleaseaskyourAdmissionsRepresentativeforinformation.

Additional Admission InformationNon-Discrimination PolicyCenterPoint admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities gener-ally accorded or made available to students at the school. CenterPoint does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender,age,disability(whichifneedingaccommodationmaybereasonablyaccommodatedasprovidedbylaw),religion,nationalandethnicorigin,sexualorientationorgenderpreferenceinadmin-istration of its educational policies, admissions policies and other school administered programs. In keeping with the aforementioned policies, CenterPoint also prohibits any form of harassment, includ-ingsexualorotherwise.

Non-Matriculated StudentsCenterPoint invites the general public and other health care profes-sionals not enrolled in one of the core training programs to register for Eastern or Western science courses. These are non-matriculated students. Only CenterPoint students enrolled in a career training program can attend CenterPoint’s technique courses, personal development courses and clinic courses. Non-matriculated students wishing to take CenterPoint classes may do so provided:

1.ContactismadewiththeAdmissionsDepartmenttoregisterat least three weeks prior to the start of the course.

2.Spaceisavailableintheclass.

3.Thefeeforthecourse($25.00perclockhour)ispaiduponregistration, prior to the start of the course.

4.Thestudentistocompleteallclassassignments,exams,andin-classactivities,andmusthavethecoursetextandmanual.

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Non-matriculatedstudentsareexpectedtoadheretoallCenterPointpolicies.Theyreceivenotificationoftheirgrade(s)upon completion of the course, provided all fees are paid.

Program Acceptance and EnrollmentTheApplicantReviewCommitteeevaluatesallapplicantsbasedonthe application and interview materials. The applicant is notified in writing of acceptance or denial of acceptance to CenterPoint. The enrolling student signs CenterPoint’s Enrollment Agreement, a legally binding contract. After all paperwork is complete and the tuition funding is secured, the enrolling student is registered in their courses. Course registration is on a space-available basis, so early enrollment is advised. The student is notified of the date and timeoftheNewStudentOrientation.

WithdrawalDuetounfortunatecircumstances,astudentmayfinditnecessaryto withdraw from CenterPoint. It is recommended to first meet withCenterPoint’sStudentServicesManagertoexplorealloptionsincludingaLeaveofAbsence.AstudentwhofindsitnecessarytowithdrawfromtheirprogrammustnotifyCenterPointofher/hisintentions in writing to cancel the Enrollment Agreement. Notificationofwithdrawal/cancellationmustbedeliveredinperson,orsentbymailto:CenterPoint,5300West35thStreet,St.LouisPark,MN55416.Emailnotificationto: [email protected].

If a student fails to attend class or contact the school within any periodof14calendardayswhileactivelyenrolled,s/hewillbeautomatically withdrawn from the program and the Enrollment Agreementcancelled.The14thdaywillbecomethedateofdeter-mination.

CenterPoint’s Refund PolicyAn applicant will be notified in writing of acceptance or denial. In the event a student is not accepted, all tuition, fees and other charges will be refunded. For the purposes of this policy, business daysaredefinedasMondaythroughFriday(excludingpostedholidays).

Cancellation of Enrollment Prior to the Start of the TermIf a student gives written notice of cancellation prior to the start dateoftheterm,thenalltuitionandfeeswiththeexceptionoftestingfeesforadvancedplacementandthe$50applicationfee,shall be refunded to the student.

Cancellation of Enrollment During the Drop/Add periodTheDrop/Addperiodisthefirstfivebusinessdaysofaterm.When a student gives a written notice of cancellation during the Drop/Addperiod,thestudentwillbedroppedfromallregisteredcoursesandalltuition,feesandothercharges,minusthe$50application fee and testing fees for advanced placement when appli-cable, shall be refunded to the student.

Cancellation of Enrollment After Day Six of the TermWhen a student gives a written notice of cancellation after the Drop/Addperiod,thestudentwillbewithdrawnfromallregis-teredcoursesandalltuitionandfees,minusthe$50applicationfeeand testing fees for advanced placement when applicable, shall be refunded in accordance with the following schedules:

Refund Schedule Refund % of Current

Cancellation Period Term Tuition & Fees

1st-5thbusinessdayofterm 100

6th-10thbusinessdayoftheterm 75



afterthe20thbusinessday 0

This refund policy is not linked to any student conduct policy.

Written notice of cancellation is the date the letter of cancellation ispostmarked,thedatetheemailisreceived(ortheclosestbusinessdayfollowingaweekendorholidaydate)or,inthecasewhere the notice is hand carried, it shall occur on the date the notice is delivered to the school. CenterPoint will acknowledge in writingwithin10businessdaysthereceiptofanoticeofcancella-tion.

Return of Federal Title IV FundsStudentswhoreceiveTitleIVfederalstudentfinancialassistanceandwhowithdrawduringthefirst60%ofanypaymentperiod,have earned a percentage of their financial aid equal to the percent-age of time that the student was enrolled during the payment period.AnyunearnedfederalaidmustbereturnedtotheU.S.DepartmentofEducation.Thiscalculationisinadditiontoandwill be performed before any tuition refund policy included in the student’senrollmentagreement.Examplesofthiscalculationareavailable upon request. If the total refund is more than the amount which is returned to the Federal government and all institutional charges have been met, the student will be given a refund within 30 business days. If the refund is less than the amount returned to the government, the student will be billed. All payments will be requiredtobepaid,infull,within15daysofbilling.Studentsmay make arrangements with the finance department to make payments if necessary. Failure to pay CenterPoint will result in additional fees and the inability to receive records or re-enroll.

Return of Minnesota State Financial AidMNSelfLoanrefundsarecalculatedbasedontheMinnesotaOfficeofHigherEducationRefundPolicy,Appendix9RefundCalculationWorksheetoftheMinnesotaSELFLoanManualandAppendix13oftheStateGrantManual.

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It’s All About YouCenterPointofferseducationwithapersonaltouch.Youwillexperienceourwarmandcomfortable environment. Our student-centered approach to education allows you to develop excellentskillsandknowledgewhilegrowingpersonally.AtCenterPointwecareaboutyoursuccess.

CenterPoint’s ExcellenceCenterPoint is:

• AccreditedbytheCommissiononMassageTherapyAccreditation(COMTA)

• ApprovedbytheU.S.DepartmentofEducationtoofferFederalStudentAid(TitleIVFunds)

• ApprovedbytheStateofMinnesotatooffertheSELF(StudentEducationLoanFund)program

• ApprovedbytheStateofMinnesotatooffertheStateGrantprogram

• ApprovedtoofferSallieMaeloans

• ApprovedforVeteransBenefitsbytheMinnesotaStateApprovingAgency

• AuthorizedunderFederallawtoenrollnonimmigrantalienstudents

• ApprovedbytheNationalCertificationBoardforTherapeuticMassageandBodywork(NCBTMB)asaContinuingEducationApprovedProvider

• AschoolmemberoftheAmericanMassageTherapyAssociation(AMTA),theAmericanOrganizationofBodyworkTherapiesofAsia(AOBTA),theAssociatedBodyworkandMassageProfessionals(ABMP)andtheAllianceforMassageTherapyEducation(AFMTE)

• TheofficialproviderofmassageandshiatsufortheMedtronicTwinCitiesMarathon

Student ServicesCenterPoint’sStudentServicesManagerisavailabletoallstudentsenrolledinCenterPoint’sprograms.ContacttheStudentServicesManagerwithrequestsandquestionsregardingyourprogram, classes and schedules, concerns with academic achievement, tutoring, challenges that arepreventingsuccessandinformationaboutpersonalcounseling.TheStudentServicesManagerorganizessocialeventsthroughouttheyearforstudentstoenjoy.

Careers in Therapeutic BodyworkPeople of all ages looking for rewarding and meaningful careers choose the field of therapeutic massageandbodywork.CareeropportunitiesareexpandingasbodyworktherapycontinuestobeoneofthefastestgrowingprofessionsintheU.S.Opportunitiesaboundforwell-trainedtherapists in a variety of settings, including:

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• Communitywellnessprograms&centers

• Fitnesscenters

• Retirementhomes&carefacilities

• Dayspas,resortsandvacationdestinations

• In-homepractice(yoursand/oryourclients’)

Each year there is a growing demand for massage and bodywork therapists.A23%increaseinjobopportunitiesisexpectedthrough2022,accordingtotheU.S.DepartmentofLaborStatistics.Thisisfasterthantheaverageforalloccupations.Becauseofthecontinuedgrowth in the demand for massage services, job openings for massageandbodyworktherapistswillcontinuetogrow.Bodyworkisalsoanexcellentsecondcareerchoiceandacreativewaytoaddincome during retirement years.

Excitingjobopportunitiesarewaitingtobefilled.Whetheryouwant to work in a medical setting, massage clinic, day spa, resort, athletic club, cruise ship, or in your own private practice, there are jobs and clients waiting for you. Professionally trained and in demand, graduates of CenterPoint are well prepared to be employed in a variety of work settings.

Job PlacementWe are proud of the job placement support we offer our CenterPointgraduates.CenterPoint’sGraduateServicesManagerassists students who are seeking employment after graduation. ThroughourCareerFairs,JobPlacementRegisterandCenterPointsponsored events, CenterPoint graduates are supported in finding and maintaining employment.

Employers send job postings to CenterPoint announcing employ-ment opportunities. The postings are entered into the Job PlacementRegisterandinCenterPoint’sFacebookAlumniGroup.Studentsandgraduatesareinvitedtoobtainemploymentopportu-nities from these sources. CenterPoint career fairs take place twice per year and are well-attended by employers who look forward to hiring CenterPoint graduates.

CenterPoint maintains a large database of area employers who appreciate CenterPoint graduates. Although we make every effort to assure graduates the opportunity for employment, we do not guaranteeemployment.Graduatesareencouragedtomaintaincontact with CenterPoint for placement assistance. CenterPoint’s visibility and standing in the health and wellness communities makesitanexcellentresourceforgraduates.ContacttheAdmissionsRepresentativeforourcurrentplacementrates.

Professional RegulationBodyworkregulationvariesfromstatetostate.StudentswhoplantopracticeoutsideofMinnesotaareencouragedtocontacttheDepartmentofRegulationandLicensing,DepartmentofHealth,orSecretaryofStateoftheappropriatestatefortheregulationsthatgovernmassageandshiatsutherapy,orgotohttp://www.amtamas-sage.org/regulation/stateRegulations.htmlforinformationonstateregulations.

Currently,therearenostatelawsinMinnesotathatspecificallyregulateBodyworkTherapy,althoughordinancesatthemunicipalorcityleveldoexist.InquiriesshouldbedirectedtotheCityClerkof the appropriate municipality for specific requirements on local licensing.Inaddition,theMinnesotaDepartmentofHealth’sOfficeofComplementaryandAlternativeHealthCarePractitionersrequires every unlicensed alternative health care provider to follow specific procedures with their clients. These regulations are discussed within the professional training programs at CenterPoint.

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Facilities & PoliciesLocation and FacilitiesMinnesotaisanactive,vitalregionofthecountrywithhealthcareasaleadingindustry.CenterPointiscentrallylocatedintheTwinCities(MinneapolisandSt.Paul),aswellasthesurrounding suburbs. Freeway access is nearby, as well as the bus systems and biking greenway.

CenterPoint’s beautiful facility, complete with a large parking lot and bicycle racks, is conve-niently located near shops, restaurants and parks, providing a comfortable setting for study, lecture,clinicalpracticeandstudent/facultymeetings.

CenterPoint ClassroomsTherearesixlarge,well-equippedmulti-useclassrooms.Allclassroomsareusedforlectureclasses,withfouroftheclassroomsequippedwithmassagetablesand/orshiatsumatsforstudents to use during their technique classes and clinic. Instructional equipment includes anatomicalmodels,A/Vequipment,SMART®Boards,wallchartsandsupplies.

Student Office, Lounges, & Green SpaceTheStudentOfficeisagatheringandcommunicationareaforcasualmeetingsandstudy.Therearelockers,studentmailboxesandemploymentinformation.TheStudentOfficealsoservesastheStudentClinicOffice.

TheStudentLoungesandoutdoorgreenspacearepleasantgatheringareasusedforbreaks,studyingandsocializingwithfellowstudents.TheStudentLoungeprovidesarefrigerator,sink, filtered water, coffee maker and microwave, while a second lounge area offers vending for complete meals, beverages and snacks. For outdoor enjoyment students take advantage of a large lawn area with trees and picnic tables that surround CenterPoint.

ReceptionCenterPoint’sreceptionstaffarethefirstpointofcontactforstudents.Receptionprovidesassistance with the library, student computers and printers, the student practice room and student clinic. The reception area includes a waiting area and a display area highlighting required and recommended books, supplies and materials, and study guides available for purchase.

LibraryThelibrary,locatednearthereceptionarea,isopenMonday-Fridayduringbusinesshours.Ithousesavarietyofbooks,periodicals,CDs,DVDsandaudio/videotapesthatcoverawiderangeoftopicsintheEasternandWesternhealingarts.Studentsareencouragedtousethelibrary to study, do research, conduct small group meetings and review career planning materi-als.ItalsohousescomputerswithInternetaccess,aVCRandDVDplayers.CenterPointhasWi-Fi for internet access for all students.

Administrative OfficesCenterPoint’s Administrative Offices are adjacent to reception and are for staff only. At recep-tion, students can request to speak with a staff member or set up an appointment for a meeting.

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Professional Code of ConductStudentshelptocreateawelcomingandfriendlyeducationalenvi-ronment where everyone has the opportunity to achieve their educationalgoals.Studentsdevelopprofessionalskillsbyconduct-ing themselves in a professional manner at all times. This includes being respectful and sensitive to others, maintaining confidentiality and appropriate boundaries, demonstrating professional communi-cation and cooperation and promoting the compassionate atmosphereofCenterPoint.SeeCenterPoint’sStudentHandbookfor the full Code of Conduct, including the draping policy.

Student-Teacher RatioAtCenterPoint,youwillexperiencefocusedattentionbyinstruc-tors in every course. It is especially important for the development of our students to be closely observed and receive individualized feedback throughout their training. The student-teacher ratio in ourtechniquecoursesis16:1.CenterPointlecturecoursesmaintainastudent-teacherratioof30:1.Ifenrollmentsurpassesthesenumbers, a course may be divided into two sections or an assistant is assigned to maintain the optimal ratio.

Attendance PolicyStudentsareexpectedtoattendallclassesintheirentirety.CenterPoint courses are tallied by semester credits, however, every course is scheduled to meet for a set number of clock hours. To receivecredit,studentsareallowedtomissnomorethan10%ofthe total clock hours for any course. Instructors take attendance at the beginning and end of every class. A student’s status, including financial aid eligibility, may be affected when absence limits are metorexceeded.

If a student is more than ten minutes tardy to a class, leaves more than ten minutes early, or returns more than ten minutes late from break, the student is considered to be tardy. It is the student’s responsibility to check in with the instructor in the event of tardi-ness or early departure.

Absencesthatexceedthe10%limitwillresultinfailureofthecourse.Studentswhomissmorethan10%willbegivenaletteroffailure for that course, and will need to submit an appeal to StudentServicestobereinstatedtotheclass.Theappealmustbereceived by CenterPoint within three days of receiving the letter of course failure. The student should continue to attend the class until the appeal determination is made. Financial aid will not pay for repeatedcoursework;studentsmustfundthesecoursesoutofpocket.

Making Up AbsencesAlltardiesandabsencesmustbemadeup.Missedcourseworkistobe completed and turned in within two weeks to qualify for full credit.Therewillbeadeductionforlatemakeupwork.Makeupassignments must be consistent with the quantity and content of

the material that was missed. Instructors will validate that the quantity and quality of the makeup work is acceptable.

GradingStudentsaregradedonalettergradesystem.

Grading Scale Grade Points90%-100% A 480%-89% B 370%-79% C 2Below70% F 0NC-Nocredit Seebelow#6I-Incomplete Seebelow#7ISC-IncompleteStudentClinic Seebelow#9W-Withdraw Seebelow#10

1.Allexams,quizzes,homework,practicesessionsandprojectswill be graded according to the criteria provided in the syllabus for each course.

2.Courserequirementsmustbecompletedbythelastscheduledclass day in order to receive a passing grade.

3. Attendance and class participation are among the factors used for grading in many courses at CenterPoint. When attendance and participation are grading criteria, a grading rubric is used. This is available to students in the syllabus or course manual.

4.Acumulativeaverageof70%mustbeachievedtosuccessfullycompleteacourse.Aminimumof75%mustbeobtainedonallpracticalexams.Finallettergradeswillbedeterminedaccording to specific formulas outlined on the course syllabus.

5.Astudentwhofailsacourse(F)willbenotifiedinwritingbytheStudentServicesManagerandwillberequiredtorepeatthecourse.Thecostforrepeatingacourseis50%ofthecurrent tuition rate. Please note: tuition for a repeated course is not eligible for financial aid. This must be paid by the student. A student who fails a course will be in danger of droppingbelowCenterPoint’sstandardsofSatisfactoryAcademicProgress(SAP)andmaybeplacedonSAPWarningand/orAcademicWarning(seeStandardsforSatisfactoryAcademicProgress).Failingaprerequisitecoursepreventsastudent from proceeding into subsequent courses, including student clinic. If a student cannot pass the course after three attempts(withdrawingfromacoursecountsasanattempt),s/he will be dismissed from CenterPoint.

6.“NC”(NoCredit)indicatesthatastudenthasretakenandsuccessfully completed a previously failed course and earned a passinggrade.TheNCdoesnotaffecttheGPA(GradePointAverage).

7.Incompletegradesaregrantedonlyforextenuatingcircum-stances. If a student needs additional time to complete a course,s/heistocontacttheinstructorandStudentServicesManagerpriortotheendofcourse.Documentationofthe

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circumstance must be provided. Failure to complete the course work in the agreed upon time frame will result in the IncompletebecominganF/Failandthestudentmustrepeatthe failed course.

8.AstudentwhofailstopassStudentClinicwillberequiredtoretake the course and must complete all required client sessions for the entire course. The cost for repeating the course is50%ofthecurrenttuitionrate.

9.AstudentwhoisunabletocompletealloftheirclinicsessionswithinthescheduledtermreceivesanISC(IncompleteStudentClinic).S/hewillregisterfortherequiredsessionsandmake them up in the subsequent term. To register for addi-tional clinic sessions, students notify the clinic manager and payfortheadditionalclinictimeatarateof$10perclientsession.

10.AstudentwhowithdrawsfromacourseaftertheDrop/AddPeriod,butbeforetheendofthesixthweekwillreceivea“W”forthecourse.Thestudentwillnotreceiveanyrefundforthedroppedcourseandwillpaytheretakefee(50%ofthecurrentcoursetuition)tore-registerforthecourse.Pleasesee“DroppingaCourse”.

CenterPoint’s Academic SupportsCenterPoint offers academic support to students through its tutoringprogram.Studentswhodemonstrateeffortandcommit-ment to learning, yet are in danger of failing a course, are eligible for tutoring. Tutors with no fee are made available on a limited basis.StudentswhomeetthesecriteriarequesttutoringthroughtheStudentServicesManagerandareevaluatedforeligibility.Tutoring for a low fee is available to students who voluntarily request additional and do not qualify for free tutoring. Please see theStudentServicesManager.

CenterPoint offers a series of free study skills classes for those

students who need assistance in preparing for their studies. Classes are voluntary and topics covered include time management, learningstyles,andprocessinginformationfromtextbookandlectures.TheEducationDirectorschedulestheseclassesearlyintheterm.

Transfer of Credit/ Previous EducationRequeststotransfercreditcompletedatapreviousschoolwillbeconsidered on an individual basis. CenterPoint accepts only transfer of credit that fulfills our course requirements. Prior training must have been completed at an accredited institution within five years of beginning a training program and must be commensurate with the quality and level of course work offered at CenterPoint. There isa$90percredithourtransferfee.Alltransfersofcreditmustbecompleted within the student’s first term. Only a few courses are eligiblefortransfer;nomorethan25%ofthecreditsforaprogrammay be transferred or earned by test out.

Anapplicantmayattempttotestoutofacourses/hehascompletedelsewherefora$250fee*.Ascoreof75%orbetterisneeded to pass the test. A student may petition for pass by equiva-lencywhichmayinvolveaportfolioreview,tutorial,and/oradditional requirements as deemed necessary by the Education Director.Apassbyequivalencyistreatedthesameastestingoutofacourseandincludesthe$250fee**.DecisionsmadebytheEducationDirectorarefinal.Toinquireabouttransfercreditortestingoutofacourse,contactanAdmissionsRepresentative.

Every institution has its own policies governing the acceptance of credits from other institutions. CenterPoint does not imply or guarantee that any of its courses or credits will be accepted by any otherschool.CenterPointisregisteredwiththeMinnesotaOfficeofHigherEducationpursuanttosections136A.61to136A.71.Registrationisnotanendorsementoftheinstitution.Creditsearned at the institution may not transfer to all other institutions.

*Uponcompletionofanadvancedplacementexamorreview,the fee is non-refundable.

**Testingfeesforadvancedplacementarenonrefundable.

Standards for Satisfactory Academic ProgressStandardsofSatisfactoryAcademicProgress(SAP)applytoallCenterPointstudentsandareused to determine ongoing eligibility for finan-cial aid. At the end of each academic term, every student’s academic progress is calculated both qualitatively and quantitatively. At this time it is determined whether a student is meeting the StandardsforAcademicProgress.

QualitativeSAPmeansthatstudentsarerequired to maintain a C grade point average or higher throughout their course work at CenterPoint. Attendance and class participation are among the factors used for grading at CenterPoint(seeAttendanceandGradingpolicies).QualitativeSAPisdeterminedona4-pointGradePointAverage(GPA)scale.Studentsmustmaintaina2.0,orC,GPAcumulatively.

QuantitativeSAPreferstothepaceatwhichastudentmustbeattending and successfully completing courses to be making SatisfactoryAcademicProgress.Studentsarerequiredtocompleteallstudieswithin150%ofthetotalnumberofhoursdesignatedfortheirchosentrainingprogram.Forexample,ifastudentisenrolledinaprogramthatis40credithours,tomaintainquantita-tiveSatisfactoryAcademicProgressthestudentmustcompletetheprogramwithin60(40x1.5)attemptedcredithours.TomaintainquantitativeSAP,studentsmustsuccessfullycompleteatleast67%ofthecumulativehoursattempted.TheMaximumTimeFrameforastudenttocompletetheprogramis150%ofthepublishedprogram length in calendar time. In the event that a student cannotpotentiallycompleteallstudieswithinthemaximumtimeframe, the student will be dismissed.

Credittransferredfromanotherinstitutionisexemptfromqualita-tivecalculationsofSAP.However,transferredcreditdoeseffectthequantitativeSAP.Transferredcredithoursaretreatedasbothattempted and completed hours in the determination of a student’s pace of completion.

A student’s completion pace is negatively impacted by withdraw-ingfromacourse(W),failing(F)andrepeatingacourse,orreceivinganIncomplete(I)foracourse.

A“W”,“F”and/or“I”iscalculatedintothequantitativemeasureofSatisfactoryAcademicProgressandnegativelyimpactsthestudent’s completion pace as this was an attempted, but unsuccess-fullycompleted,course.A“W”doesnotaffectthequalitativemeasure(GPA).

SAP Warning, Probation and AppealQualitativeandquantitativedataarecalculatedattheendofeveryacademictermandpaymentperiod.StudentswhoarenotmakingSatisfactoryAcademicProgressareplacedonAcademicWarningforthefollowingpaymentperiod.SAPdataiscalculatedbeforefinancial aid disbursements. Financial aid disbursements are made

atthreeearnedhourmilestones:450hours,900hoursand1125hours,asapplicable.Ifastudent’sgrades or completion pace fall below minimum SAPstandards,s/hewillbeplacedonSAPWarning for the subsequent payment period.

StudentsarenotifiedinwritingiftheyfailtomeettheminimumSAPstandardsandareplacedonSAPWarning.TheSAPWarningperiodisintended to give a student an opportunity to improvetheirGPAand/orcompletionpacetomeetSAPstandards.StudentsonSAPwarningarerequiredtomeetwiththeStudentServicesManagertocreateaplanforstructuredsupportandimprovement.Duringthewarningperiod,thestudentmeetsregularlywiththeStudentServices

Managertoreportprogressandreceiveongoingencouragement.

Ifattheendofthewarningperiod,thestudentfailstomeetSAPStandards,thestudentloseseligibilityforfinancialaidpayments.TheStudentwillbenotifiedinwritingoftheirFinancialAidEligibility termination. The student may appeal the termination if therewereextenuatingcircumstancesthatleadtothestudent’sinabilitytomeetSAPstandards.TheappealistobesubmittedinwritingtotheStudentServicesManagerwithinthreedaysofreceiving the notification of Financial Aid Eligibility termination. Theappealshouldincludeanexplanationoftheextenuatingcircumstancesthatcausedthestudent’sfailuretomeetSAPstan-dards and what has changed in the student’s situation that would result in the improvement of progress. The appeal should include a plantomeettheSAPstandards.Theappealwillbeaddressedwithin two weeks of receipt and the student will be notified in writing of the final decision.

Iftheappealisaccepted,thestudentisputonSAPprobation.Thestudent’s eligibility for financial aid is restored for one payment period.IftheSAPstandardsarenotmetaftertheprobationperiod,the student will lose eligibility for financial aid and may be dismissed.

If the appeal is denied, the student’s Financial Aid Eligibility termination will stand. If a student is unable to finance their tuition, they may be dismissed.

Academic WarningAcademic Warning is a status of increased structure and support that is intended to give a student an opportunity to improve in specified areas. This status is meant to be instructive rather than punitive.Duringthewarningperiod,studentsmeetwiththeStudentServicesManagertoreporttheirprogressandtoreceiveongoing encouragement.

ReasonsforbeingplacedonAcademicWarningmayinclude,butare not limited to:

1.FailuretomeetstandardsofSatisfactoryAcademicProgress

2.FailuretorespondproactivelytoanInstructorConcernsDocumentation

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3. Failure of a class

4.Absenteeismand/ornotmaking-upabsences

5.Demonstrationofbehaviorthatisdeterminedtobeunprofes-sional in nature

6.FailuretomaketuitionpaymentsasoutlinedinasignedCenterPoint Payment Plan Agreement

7.Failuretodemonstratesatisfactorycommunicationwithinstructors, administrative staff and fellow students.

TheStudentServicesManagerwillrequestameetingwiththestudent to review the contents of the Academic Warning contract. The Academic Warning will identify areas of concern, actions required by the student and consequences of not meeting the terms of the contract and the length of the Academic Warning period. A copy of the Academic Warning Contract is given to the student and must be signed. The contract will ensure that the student understands what needs to be done to make improvements and maintain current student status at CenterPoint. Consequences may include disciplinary action including but not limited to dismissal. To provide additional support, an Academic Warning Contract may be written to cover the entirety of a student’s course of study if it seemsbeneficialforthestudenttohaveextrahelpandsupporttokeep current with CenterPoint requirements.

Student Status: Full-time/Part-timeCenterPoint students are admitted to either a full-time or part-time program. Full-time students are generally enrolled in at least 12credithoursperterm,attending16ormorehoursaweek.Part-timestudentsareenrolledin9ormorecredithoursperterm,attendingatleast12hoursperweek.Forpurposesoffinancialaid,every program has specific full-time and part-time parameters. Studentsmayrequesttochangestatus.PleasecontacttheStudentServicesManager.CenterPointallowsstudentstochangestatustoless than part-time on a limited basis and only with approval. A studentmayrequestlessthanpart-timestatusforamaximumoftwo terms within any career training program and will need to finance their tuition during this time. The student must be on tracktocompletetheprogramwithinthemaximumtimeframe(seeStandardsforSatisfactoryAcademicProgress)foranychangetobe approved. If a student makes any changes from their original or current program, it is a change of student status.

Change of Student StatusA student status change occurs when a student changes to a differ-ent program or changes their full-time or part-time status. RequestsforchangeofstatusmustbesubmittedinwritingtotheStudentServicesManagerforapproval.ThestudentisrequiredtomeetwithCenterPoint’sStudentServicesManager,tobeadvisedoftheeffectsthatachangeofstatuswillhaveonher/hisprogramschedule,graduationdate,SAPprogressandfinancialaideligibil-ity.Thereisa$50.00processingfee.Whenchangingprograms,the student is financially responsible for all courses attended, even if they are not part of the new program.

Change of ScheduleCenterPoint’s programs are scheduled for optimal progression throughanyprogram.Studentsmayrequesttochangesectionsofthe same course within the same term if the course and space is available.AschedulechangerequestissubmittedtotheStudentServicesManager.Allchangesaretobesubmittedfourweeksormorepriortothestartofaterm.A$25.00ChangeofSchedulefeeis applied.

CenterPoint suggests that you plan to stay on your program schedule. In the event of unforeseen circumstances, you may request aschedulechange.Studentswhorequestaschedulechangethataffects the number of hours and credits within a term must submit the request in writing with documenta-tion of the circumstances for approval. Changing your schedule may change your full-time or part-time status and may affect your eligibility for financial aid, delay your graduation and affect the progression of your program. If the schedule change disrupts continuous progression through the program, the request may be denied or will be condi-tional with requirements such as reviewing a previously completed course orpassinganadditionalpracticaland/orwritten evaluation. In this case, fees may beassessed.Delayingstudentclinicafterthe completion of the final technique course of a program is usually not granted, or comes with additional requirements.

Drop/Add PeriodA student may add or drop a course within the first five business of atermwithoutacademicpenalty.ThisistheDrop/AddPeriod.Acourse(s)willnotbecountedtowardsSatisfactoryAcademicProgressifthestudentdropsthecoursewithintheDrop/AddPeriod.Thecoursewillnotberecordedonthetranscript.Droppingacourse,however,constitutesaChangeofSchedule(seeabove).Any change of schedule is to be requested in writing accompanied bydocumentationofcircumstances.TheChangeofSchedulefeeisapplied.

Dropping a CourseStudentswhodropacourseaftertheDrop/AddPeriod,butbeforetheendofthesixthweek,willreceivea“W”forthecourse.Thestudent will not receive any refund for the dropped course and will paytoretakethecourse.A“W”iscalculatedintothequantitativemeasureofSatisfactoryAcademicProgressandnegativelyimpactsthe student’s completion rate as this was an attempted, but unsuc-cessfullycompleted,course.A“W”doesnotaffectthequalitativemeasure(GPA).(SeeStandardsforSatisfactoryAcademicProgress.)

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(GPA)andquantitativemeasure(completionrate)ofSatisfactoryAcademic Progress. The student will not receive any refund for the dropped course and will pay to repeat the course. Tuition for a repeated course is not eligible for financial aid. This will be paid by the student.

Bydroppingacourse,astudentmayfallbelowSAPstandards,beplacedonSAPWarning,delaygraduationandmayloseeligibilityfor financial aid.

Leave of AbsenceALeaveofAbsenceisdisruptivetothecumulativenatureoflearningatCenterPoint.Inveryrarecasesandduetoextremecircumstances in a student’s life, a student may request to take a LeaveofAbsence.ThestudentmustsubmittherequestinwritingtotheStudentServicesManagerwithdocumentationofcircum-stances prior to the beginning of the leave. In addition, the student mustmeetwiththeStudentServicesManagerpriortotheleavetoreview how the leave will affect the student’s status, financial aid eligibility, program progression, graduation and return require-ments.AllLeaveofAbsencerequestsaresubjecttoadministrativeapproval.

IfastudentbeginsaLeaveofAbsenceinthemidstofaterm,thestudentwillbewithdrawnfromenrolledcourse(s)perCenterPoint’sChangeofScheduleandDroppingaCoursepolicies.Astudentmaylose eligibility for financial aid which may necessitate the refinanc-ing of their tuition.

ALeaveofAbsenceislimitedtoamaximumof180dayswithina12monthperiodandinmostcaseswillbemuchless.Astudentmay be required to attend and review a technique course they have previously passed, or have an evaluative tutorial when returning fromaLeaveofAbsence.

Graduation

Graduationisaspecialeventandisanopportunitytoberecog-nized for the commitment and hard work required to complete a professionaltrainingprogram.Studentsparticipateinplanning

their graduation ceremony to make it special and unique for the graduating class. Friends and family are welcome to help honor the transition from student to professional.

Graduation RequirementsA student must complete all of the following requirements to graduate and receive a diploma:

1.MeetStandardsofAcademicProgress

2.Successfullycompleteallrequiredcoursework,studentclinicand outreach hours

3. Attend courses in accordance with CenterPoint’s attendance policy

4.Fulfillallfinancialobligationstotheschool,includingtuitionand fees

5.Returnalllibrarybooks,videosandotherschoolmaterials

6.Demonstrateprofessionalstandards

7.CompleteallFinancialAidExitCounseling,CenterPoint’sExitInterviewandanyotherrequiredpaperwork

Acceptance into the program does not guarantee a diploma or successfuljobplacement.Graduateswillreceiveadiplomabasedontheir achievement.

Diplomas and TranscriptsThe course requirements for graduation from CenterPoint are described in the program section of this catalog. When all program and graduation requirements have been successfully completed and all fees paid, students will receive a final transcript and a diploma. Thismaytakeupto8weekstoprocess.DiplomasaresentaftertheRecordsManagerhasconfirmedthegraduate’smailingaddress.Prior to this, requests for transcripts must be made in writing and submittedwitha$5.00feetotheRecordsDepartment.Finaltran-scripts will only be issued after all fees and tuition have been paid in full. Each additional transcript request must be made in writing andsubmittedwitha$5.00fee.Likewise,requestsforreplacementdiplomasmustbemadeinwritingandsubmittedtotheRecordsDepartmentwitha$25.00fee.

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Continuing EducationCenterPointoffersanextensiveselectionofcontinuingeducationcourses for practicing bodywork therapists. CenterPoint is approved bytheNationalCertificationBoardforTherapeuticMassageandBodywork(NCBTMB)asaContinuingEducationProvider.VisitCenterPointMN.comforthecurrentlistofContinuingEducationcourses, or request a brochure from CenterPoint’s reception.

Student RecordsStudentrecordsareconfidentialandnotreleasedtoanyonewithoutthe student’s written permission. CenterPoint instructors and staff reserve the right to share information from the student files for administrativepurposes.StudentfilesarethepropertyofCenterPoint and will remain with CenterPoint, although students mayaccesstheirfilesbyappointment.Examsandquizzesstoredinthe student files are the sole property of CenterPoint and may not be duplicated. All admissions materials become the property of CenterPoint and will not be returned to applicants. CenterPoint does not sell, distribute or make available student information without student written permission with anyone or any institution exceptwhenrequiredbylaw.

CenterPointcomplieswiththeFamilyEducationalRightsandPrivacyAct(FERPA).Astudenthastherighttoinspectandreviewtheirofficialhard-copyacademicrecords.StudentsmaymakeanappointmentatReceptiontoaccesstheiracademicrecord.

Campus SecurityThe safety and well-being of all CenterPoint students, employees andaffiliatesisimportanttous.Becauseofthis,wefollowtheguidelines of the Clery Act. The Clery Act requires higher educa-tion institutions to give timely warnings of crimes that represent a threat to the safety of students or employees and to make public their campus security policies. It also requires that crime data is

collected, reported and disseminated to the campus community and isalsosubmittedtotheU.S.DepartmentofEducation.Annuallyall students receive detailed information regarding the Clery Act procedures for reporting a crime and building security. NeighborhoodcrimestatisticsareavailableforreviewatReception.

Drug & Alcohol Abuse Prevention- Policy & ResourcesItisthepolicyofCenterPointthatillicitdruguse(includingmanufacture,sale,distribution,dispensation,orpossession)isprohibited in the workplace, on the campus, or as part of any CenterPoint activity. Consequently, the use of alcoholic beverages is prohibited on the campus or as part of any CenterPoint activity. If you have questions regarding resources available for drug or alcohol treatment programs and support groups, please contact the StudentServicesManager.Alistofprofessionalandconfidentialcounseling services can be provided.

Harassment PolicyCenterPointdoesnottolerateharassment,sexualorotherwiseandwill take appropriate action in response to any reported incident. CenterPoint is committed to maintaining a positive learning and working environment and will respond promptly to complaints of harassment.StudentsreceiveacopyofCenterPoint'sHarassmentPolicyintheirorientationpacket.ItisalsopostedintheStudentOffice.

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Grievance PolicyAll individuals are encouraged to resolve complaints or grievances withmutualrespectandhonesty.Studentsareencouragedtomakecomments, complaints or suggestions directly to their instructors andsupervisorsonanongoingbasis.Shouldstudentsfeelitisnotpossible to discuss the problem directly with an instructor or super-visor, the following steps can be taken.

1.Ifastudentisnotabletoreachresolutiononhis/herown,anappointmentcanbemadewiththeStudentServicesManager.TheStudentServicesManagerwillsetupatimetomeetwiththe student to discuss the issue and suggest approaches to resolution.Discussingandresolvingtheissuecanalsobeachievedthroughemailsand/ortelephonecalls.

2.IfthestudentfeelsthatworkingwiththeStudentServicesManagerhasorwillnothaveasatisfactoryresolution,thestudent may request to have contact from the Education Director.RequestsforthiscontactshouldbemadeatReceptionbycompletingarequestform,orbyemailortele-phone.Thestudentshouldexpectthatthedirectorwillrespond to their request by scheduling a meeting within five days of their request.

3.Ifthestudentfeelsthathis/hercomplainthasnotbeenhandled to their satisfaction, it may be submitted in writing totheSchoolAdministrativeDirectorformediation.Writtencomplaintswillbeaddressedinwritingwithin14daysofthereceiptofthecomplaint.AtthediscretionoftheSchoolAdministrativeDirector,thestudentmaybeaskedtoappearbefore an impartial panel.

4.Iftheissueisnotsatisfactorilyresolvedatthispoint,ameeting may be arranged with all parties involved in the disputeorconflict,andmayincludetheEducationDirector,StudentServicesManager,and/orAdministrativeDirectorasdeemed appropriate, to serve as a neutral facilitator. Each party willhaveanopportunitytostatehis/herconcernorproblemwithout interruption and the parties will have an opportunity to find a resolution to the problem or conflict. This meeting willbeheldwithin14daysoftherequestforthemeeting.

Finally,havingexhaustedallotheroptions,thestudentmaysubmittheir unresolved complaint or grievance in writing to:

MinnesotaOfficeofHigherEducation(MNOHE) 1450EnergyParkDrive,Suite350•St.Paul,MN55108-5227 (651)642-0533,(800)657-3866

and/or

CommissiononMassageTherapyAccreditation(COMTA) 5335WisconsinAveNW,Suite440•WashingtonDC20015 (202)895-1518

DismissalTheDirectorsreservetherighttodismissanystudentforreasonsthat include, but are not limited to, the following:

1.Behaviorthatisdisrespectfulordisruptivetothelearningenvironment, students, faculty, administration, staff and clients

2.ConductthatmaybeharmfultothereputationofCenterPointor the bodywork profession

3.Violationofstudentclinicpolicies

4.Unsatisfactoryattendanceorexcessivetardiness

5.Unsatisfactoryacademicprogress

6.Failuretomakescheduledtuitionpayments

7.Sexualmisconductorharassment

8.Failingallattemptedcoursesinthefirstterm

9.Failingthesamecoursethreetimes

10.Failuretomeetacademicwarningrequirements

11.AdeterminationbyCenterPointthatthestudenthaspartici-pated in cheating with respect to any assignment or examinationadministeredbytheschool

12.Possessionof,beingundertheinfluenceof,orconsumptionof alcohol or illegal drugs by a student while on school property or at an off campus school sponsored activity

A student may appeal a dismissal within five business days of noti-ficationofdismissalbysubmittingawrittenappealtotheSchoolDirectors.

In the event that dismissal occurs, the dismissed student will remain responsible for payment of all outstanding tuition obliga-tions for services received, as per the refunds for CenterPoint’s Withdrawal and Cancellation policy. If a student wishes to re-enter theprogramafterdismissal,s/hemayapplyforConditionalAcceptance to the school after a waiting period of one year. Conditions for full admission, as well as the length of probation, willbestatedinwritingintheRe-AdmittanceContract.Creditforcompleted courses may be given. Failure to comply with the condi-tionsoftheRe-AdmittanceContractwillresultinimmediatedismissal.

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Faculty & StaffCenterPoint takes great pride in the qualifications of our faculty. All technique instructors haveexperienceandknowledgefromyearsofprofessionalpracticeandaremembersofaprofes-sional association. All science instructors have academic degrees in their fields and years of experiencethatqualifythemtoteachatCenterPoint.

CenterPoint’s faculty is deeply invested in the personal and professional development of our students. Our faculty to student ratio allows for individualized attention in the classroom.

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Cari Pelava, B.A., C.I. AOBTA, Dipl. ABTCo-FounderandDirector,AdministrativeDirector

Cari has spent the last 30+ years pursuing the art of body-mind-spirit integration. From an early age, she studied dance and performed professionally until a back injury redirected her path. In 1983,sheearnedaB.A.inExerciseandDancePhysiologyfromCaliforniaStateUniversity,LongBeachandbeganherexplorationofalternativehealingmethods.ShereceivedadvancedcertificationinShiatsuAnmafromtheShiatsuMassageSchoolofCaliforniaandbeganherprivatepracticein1984.During1989and1990,Carilived and studied in Japan where she received in-depth training in ShiatsuTherapy,ShiatsuAnmaMassageandJikyoJutsu.ToruNamikoshi,formerpresidentofJapan’sShiatsuCollegeinTokyo,encouragedCaritoteachshiatsuafterreturningtotheU.S.CarifoundedtheMinnesotaCenterforShiatsuStudy(MCSS)in1992andservedasdirectoruntilFebruary2001,whenMCSSjoinedwithNLSMTtobecomeCenterPoint.CariisaCertifiedInstructorofJapaneseShiatsuandShiatsuAnmawiththeAmericanOrganizationofBodyworkTherapiesofAsia(AOBTA)andaDiplomateofAsianBodyworkTherapywiththeNationalCertificationCommissionofAcupunctureandOrientalMedicine(NCCAOM).ShewasinstrumentalinformingtheofficialstatechapteroftheAOBTAinMinnesota.CariisCenterPoint’sAdministrativeDirector,theDirectoroftheShiatsuTherapyProgramandparticipatesinalloftheShiatsucourses.

Jackson Petersburg, B.S.E., AMTACo-FounderandDirector

Jacksonisaco-founderofNLSMTandCenterPointandservesasCo-DirectorofCenterPoint.HehasaB.S.inEducationfromtheStateUniversityofNewYork,CollegeatCortland,withaspecialemphasisinoutdooreducationandtherapeuticrecreation.Hegrad-uatedfromtheBoulderSchoolofMassageTherapyin1979.HehastraininginNeuroMuscularTherapyandtheAnatomikensystemofanatomy.HeservedontheNationalBoardoftheAMTAasCentralDistrictrepresentativeandwastheformerchairoftheAMTAApprovedContinuingEducation(ACE)Committee.JacksonhasservedtwotermsaspresidentoftheMinnesotaChapteroftheAMTA.Since1979,hehasbeeninprivatepracticeasamassagetherapist, specializing in anatomically precise, structural techniques usedtotreatsofttissueinjuries.JacksonistheDirectoroftheTherapeuticMassageprogramandteachestheAdvancedTherapeuticMassagecourse.

Molly Bahneman, M.A.EducationDirector

MollyisagraduateoftheUniversityofMinnesotaandreceivedhermastersdegreeinEducationalPsychology.ShehasworkedasanAcademicAdvisoratGeneralCollegeattheUniversityofMinnesota,CollegeProgramsCoordinatorattheUniversityofCalifornia–SantaCruz(UCSC),RetentionCoordinatorandthenastheAssociateDeanofStudentDevelopmentandServicesatSaintPaulCollege.InadditiontoheradministrativeexperienceMollyhasbeenaninstructorinstudentleadershipatUCSCandcollegesuccessstrategiesatSaintPaulCollege.MollyisCenterPoint’sEducationDirector.

Liz Abbene, B.A., CD (DONA), LCCE, BDT (DONA), IBCLC

LizisthefounderofEnlightenedMama&EnlightenedWellness,asafe, judgement-free space for families to get quality education, wellness, and support throughout the journey of parenting, from preconceptionon.LizisacertifiedbirthdoulaanddoulatrainerwithDONA(DoulasofNorthAmerica),aLamaze®-CertifiedChildbirthEducator,andanInternationalBoardCertifiedLactationConsultant,trainedthroughUniversityofCalifornia,SanDiego.SheisalsoamemberoftheChildbirthCollectiveandservefamiliesintheentireSt.Paul/Minneapolismetroandsurroundingarea.

Cale Albert, ABMPCale is a graduate of CenterPoint’s East West Therapeutic Bodyworkprogram.HisinstructionalbackgroundbeganwithmartialartsandReiki.AtCenterPointhehasworkedone-on-oneasatutor,assistedintheTherapeuticMassageDepartmentandiscurrentlyaninstructorforShiatsuSummarySession.

Amber Kay Bastian, B.A., AOBTA, CD (DONA)AmberisagraduateofCenterPoint’sShiatsuTherapyProgramwithadvancedcertificationinprenatalmassage.SheisaDONACertifiedBirthDoula,LamazeInternationalCertifiedChildbirthEducatorandCertifiedBreastfeedingCounselor.AmbercurrentlypracticesbodyworkatBloomaandhasherownDoulaandbodyworkpractice,BirthNerd.

Susie Carlson, B.F.A. Dipl. AOBTASusiehasaB.F.AindancefromtheUniversityofWisconsininMilwaukee.SusieisagraduateofCenterPoint’sEastWestTherapeuticBodyworkprogramandhasherownpractice,SeaofQi,inMinneapolis.Susieiscurrentlyasupervisorinourstudentclinic.

Cathy Carter, B.S., M.S.W.CathyearnedherB.S.insocialworkfromMankatoStateandherMastersinClinicalSocialWorkfromtheSaintCatherine’sUniversity.CathyisagraduateofCenterPoint’sEastWestTherapeuticBodyworkprogramandcurrentlypracticesatHealingWater’sWellness.CathyisaninstructorintheShiatsudepartmentandalsoteachingtheSpecialPopulationsCourse.

Michael Casper, B.A., C.I. AOBTA, Dipl. ABTMichaelearnedhisB.A.inEnglishliteraturefromSwarthmoreCollegein1988andthenmovedtoMinneapolistoworkasaprofessionaldancerandchoreographer.HecompletedhistraininginShiatsufromtheMinnesotaCenterforShiatsuStudyin1997.In2007,MichaelcompletedtheMassageTherapyprogramatCenterPoint.MichaelcurrentlypracticesatQiNordeastAcupunctureClinicinnortheastMinneapolis.HeisanAOBTACertifiedInstructorandisaDiplomateinAsianBodyworkTherapy,NCCAOM.MichaelteachesClinicSummarySessionandis a supervisor in CenterPoint’s student clinic.

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Gabrielle Chambliss, B.S.GabrielleearnedherB.S.inHealthandPhysicalEducationfromMontanaStateUniversity-Northern.SheisacertifiedMassageTherapistthatvaluesenergeticintelligence.Gabriellehasbeenaninstructorforover10yearsworkingwithpopulationsrangingfrompreschooltotheelderly.Additionally,shehasyearsofexperienceworking in the holistic health field with a rich background in danceandmovementtherapies.GabrielleistheGraduateServicesandClinicManager.

Krisha Crabtree, B.A., BCTMBKrishaearnedherB.A.fromGustavusAdolphusCollegein1993(HonorsPsychologymajor,DanceandEnglishminors).Shegradu-atedfromNorthernLightsSchoolofMassageTherapy(nowknownasCenterPoint).Shehasbeenworkinginmassagesince1998andiscertifiedasaNeuroMuscularTherapistbytheInternationalAcademyofNeuroMuscularTherapies.KrishaiscurrentlyaninstructorintheTherapeuticMassagedepartmentandsupervisesstudent clinic at CenterPoint. Krisha is also a member of CenterPoint’sAdvisoryBoard.Sheisknownforhersoundeffects,pop culture references and occasionally dancing in class.

Michael Fitzgerald, B.A., Cert. ABT, BCTMBMichaelreceivedhisbachelor’sdegreeinCommunicationsfromMetropolitanStateUniversity.HegraduatedfromMCSSin1998forShiatsuandTouchofLifeMassageSchoolin1999forSwedishMassage.MichaelthenbecameanRMT(RegisteredMassageTherapist)andMTI(MassageTherapistInstructor)inTexas.Hemanaged three locations for a spa and practiced both styles of bodywork.HeenjoyscontinuinghiseducationinbodyworkandhasbeenpartofCenterPoint’sadministrativestaffsince2002andcurrentlyservesasFinancialAidAdministrator.MichaelsupervisesinCenterPoint’sStudentClinic.

Nicole Kilgo, D.C.NicolereceivedherBachelor’sdegreeinPrintJournalismfromSt.CloudStateUniversityin2007andthenherDoctorateofChiropracticfromPalmerCollegeofChiropracticWestin2010.Shehascontinuedtraininginsportsinjuries,pre/postnatalcare,softtissueinjuries,rehabilitativeexercise,kinesiologytaping,instrumentassistedsofttissuemobilization,CPRandFirstAid.Dr.Nicoleoperatesherownchiropracticoffice,WholeLifeChiropractic,inMinneapolis.Shelivesapassionateliferevolvingaround being healthy. Nicole is an instructor in the Western ScienceDepartmentandisexcitedtoshareherpassionofchiro-practic, health and wellness to help everyone truly live their whole life.

Courtney Kupfer, B.A., BCTMBCourtneyearnedaB.A.inTheatre/DancefromLutherCollegein2006.Throughherstudyofmovement,Courtneybecamefasci-nated with the human body, which led her to pursue massage and shiatsutrainingatCenterPoint.Shehasbeenworkinginthebodyworkfieldsince2009andteachestheCommunications&Ethicscourse.CourtneyisalsoCenterPoint’sStudentServicesandMediaManager.

Bonita Landin, C.I. AOBTA, Dipl. ABTBonitagraduatedfromtheMinnesotaCenterforShiatsuStudy(nowknownasCenterPoint)in1998.BonitaisaDiplomateofAsianBodyworkTherapywiththeNationalCertificationCommissionforAcupunctureandOrientalMedicine(NCCAOM)andaCertifiedInstructorofJapaneseShiatsuandShiatsuAnmawiththeAmericanOrganizationofBodyworkTherapiesofAsia(AOBTA).ShemaintainsabusyprivatepracticeatherShiatsuclinic,StonePointeShiatsuinMinneapolis.BonitahasbeenteachingatCenterPointintheShiatsuDepartmentincludingcontinuingeducationcoursessince2008.

Theresa May, APP, BCTMBTheresa has been practicing and teaching massage and bodywork techniquessince2001.SheattendedtheSouthwestInstituteofHealingArtsinScottsdale,Arizonawhereshebecameateacherandadministrator.Herareasofexpertiseincludearomatherapy,reflexol-ogy, spa techniques, lymphatic drainage massage, prenatal massage, craniosacralandtherapeuticmodalities.Usingallofthesetech-niques, she has created protocols for working with Parkinson’s disease,stroke,cancerandforthoseattheendoflife.SheteachesFoot&HandReflexologyandCraniosacralTechniquesatCenterPoint.TheresaisamemberofCenterPoint’sAdvisoryBoardand a supervisor in CenterPoint’s student clinic.

Dona McGlennen, RN, CNP, L.Ac.DonaisanAdult/GerontologicalNursePractitionerwhoispassion-ateaboutbodywork.Shehasextensivetraininginthehealingartsincluding massage therapy, shiatsu therapy, Craniosacral therapy, andisaReikimaster.AfterdiscoveringthatTraditionalChineseMedicinewasagreatfitforher,shecompletedaMasterslevelprograminacupunctureandOrientalmedicine.Sheiscurrentlythe owner and director of a clinic for acupuncture, bodywork and relatedhealingmodalitiesinRoseville,aswellassupervisinginCenterPoint’s student clinic and teaching continuing education workshops.

Lindsay Nesmoe, D.C.LindsayisagraduateofNorthwesternHealthSciencesUniversitywithaDoctorateinChiropracticandaB.S.inHumanBiology.Lindsayhastraininginacupuncture,GrastontechniqueandKinesiotaping.LindsayhasexperienceasachiropractorandiscurrentlyaninstructoratbothCenterPointandRasmussenCollege.LindsayteachesintheWesternSciencesdepartment.

Bonnie Ness, D.C.BonnieisagraduateofNorthwesternHealthSciencesUniversitywithaDoctorateinChiropracticandaB.S.inHumanBiology.BonniehasbeenaChiropractorforover20yearsandhasbeenaninstructorattheCayce/RelliyMassageSchoolinVirginia.Bonnieiscurrently completing her credentialing in Animal Chiropractic. BonnieisaninstructorintheWesternSciencesDepartment.

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Rose Ostenson, BCTMBRoseisagraduateofCenterPoint'sTherapeuticMassageProgram.ShepracticesmassageatSpiritoftheLakeYogaandWellnessCenter.ShehasvolunteeredtobeamassagetherapistforathletesattheTwinCitiesMarathonandtheMS150BikeRide.Shehasexpe-rience with hospital based massage therapy and with owning and operatingherownmassagepractice.RoseisamemberofAMTA,aninstructorintheTherapeuticMassagedepartmentandasuper-visorinCenterPoint’sStudentClinic.Shelovesspreadingherpassion for massage and bodywork through teaching.

Attila Pegan, BCTMBAttilagraduatedfromSemmelweisUniversity,Budapest,HungarywithaB.S.inSportsManagement.Hismassagestudiesbeganin1999whenheparticipatedinaseminaronmanualtherapyinhisnativecountryofHungary.Hecompleteda770hourmassagetrainingprogramandworkedattheHungarianInstituteofRheumatologyandPhysiotherapy.In2002AttilatraveledtoThailandandcompletedall6levelsoftheInternationalThaiMassageSchoolinChiangMai.HereturnedtoThailandforfurtherstudyin2007.In2010hecompletedtheKMI-StructuralIntegrationtraining.HeisamemberofIASI(InternationalAssociationofStructuralIntegrators).AttilaisapprovedasaContinuingEducationProviderbyNCBTMBandmaintainsabusyclinicalandteachingpracticeinSavage,Minnesota.HecurrentlyteachesThaiMassageatCenterPoint.

Ed Pelava, M.B.A.EdgraduatedwithaB.S.degreefromtheUniversityofMinnesotaandlaterreceivedhisM.B.A.fromtheUniversityofSt.ThomaswithastintasaforeignexchangestudentinTokyo,Japan,atSophiaUniversity.HeworkedasanEMTfortheUniversityofMinnesotaforfouryearsandhastaughtFirstAid&CPRfortheRedCrossorAmericanHeartAssociationsince1995.Hebecameinvolved with CenterPoint years ago as a member of the first class oftheMinnesotaCenterforShiatsuStudy.HeteachesSuccessfulCareerDevelopment,ChairMassage,SportsMassage,FirstAidandCPRatCenterPoint.

Alison Peppler, BCTMBAlisonisagraduateofMacalesterCollegeandisaCenterPointgraduateinEastWestTherapeuticBodywork.SheiscurrentlyamassageandshiatsutherapistatafitnesscenterinSt.Paul.Alison,who is a firm believer in personal growth through education and aimstoexpandhealingbyteaching,isinstructingintheTherapeuticMassagedepartmentatCenterPoint.

Andrej Peterka, L.Ac.Andrej is a licensed acupuncturist with training in massage therapy andChinesemedicine.HehasworkedasanacupuncturistatUnitedHospitalandNewbridgeWellnessCentersandhasaprivateacupuncturepracticeinSaintPaul.AndrejiscurrentlyteachingintheEasternSciencesdepartment.

Pat Schuckert, B.A., M.P.S., BCTMBPatearnedB.A.degreesinbiologyanddanceandhashermaster’sdegreeinpastoralstudiesfromLoyolaUniversity,Chicago.SheiscertifiedasaTrager®practitionerandasanIntroductoryTrager®WorkshopLeader.MostrecentlyshebecameBoardCertifiedthroughNCBTMB.Pathastraininginavarietyofapproachestotherapeuticbodywork/massage,aromatherapyandenergywork.PathasbeeninprivatepracticeinTrager®andintegrativebodyworksince1985.ShepresentlyteachesMassageBasics,IntroductiontotheTrager®Approach,AHAFirstAidandCPRatCenterPoint.

Paul Sevett, M.A., B.C.D.M.T., L.I.S.W.Paulhasmaintainedaprivatepracticesince1990asapsychothera-pist using dance and movement therapy and as a bodyworker and energy healer. The approaches he works with utilize the natural wisdom of the body and its energy to promote the integration of body,mindandheart.Paulhassubstantialexperiencewiththeissues surrounding ethics and boundaries for bodywork therapists. BeginningOctober2015,PaulbeginsatwoyeartermastheStandards&EthicscommitteechairfortheAmericanDanceTherapyAssociation.HeteachesinthePersonalandProfessionalDevelopmentDepartmentatCenterPoint.

Andrea Sullivan, BCTMB, C.I. AOBTA, Dipl. ABTAndreagraduatedfromCenterPoint’sShiatsuTherapyProgramin2005.SheiscertifiedinChiNeiTsang,ThaiYogaMassageandstudiedwiththeUniversalHealingTaoCenterinThailandwithGrandMasterMantakChia.SheteachesTaiChiandMedicalQigongonaregularbasisandmaintainsaprivatebodywork and holistic psychology practice. Andrea is a Certified InstructorofJapaneseShiatsuandShiatsuAnmawiththeAmericanOrganizationofBodyworkTherapiesofAsia(AOBTA).SheteachesinCenterPoint’sShiatsuDepartmentandisasupervisorinCenterPoint’sStudentClinic.

Chelsea WeimerChelsea is a graduate of CenterPoint and was previously the NationalTherapistTrainerandFieldOperationsSpecialistatBaviaHealth.Shehasexperiencewithhospitalbasedmassage,workingin16TwinCitiesHospitals.Sheisacertifiedbirthdoula,andhasdonevolunteerworkwiththeGopherFootballTeamandTwinCitiesMarathon.ChelseaiscurrentlyinstructinginSwedishMassage,SpecialpopulationsandisasupervisorinStudentClinic.

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CenterPoint StaffCariJohnsonPelava DirectorofShiatsuTherapyProgram,AdministrativeDirector

JacksonPetersburg DirectorofMassageTherapyProgram

JulieWilson OfficeManager

SteveEthridge Admissions

MichaelFitzgerald Registrar,FinancialAidAdministrator

MollyBahneman EducationDirector

CourtneyKupfer StudentServicesandMediaManager

GabrielleChambliss GraduateServicesManagerandStudentClinicManager

JanineKemmer Bookkeeper

KyleHolley RecordsManager

AbbreviationsIn order to clarify the credentials of our faculty and staff the following list is provided:

APP . . . . . . . . . .Associate Polarity PractitionerB.A. . . . . . . . . . .BachelorofArtsB.C.D.M.T. . . . . .BoardCertified,Dance&MovementTherapyBCTMB . . . . . . .BoardCertifiedinTherapeuticMassageandBodywork,NCBTMBBDT . . . . . . . . . .BirthDoulaTrainerB.S. . . . . . . . . . . .BachelorofScienceB.S.E. . . . . . . . . .BachelorofScienceinEducationCD . . . . . . . . . . .CertifiedDoulaC.I. . . . . . . . . . . .Certified InstructorCert.ABT . . . . . .CertifiedMembershipAsianBodyworkTherapist,AOBTACNP . . . . . . . . . .Certified Nurse PractitionerDipl.ABT. . . . . .DiplomateAsianBodyworkTherapy,NCCAOMDipl.Ac. . . . . . . .DiplomateAcupuncture,NCCAOMD.C. . . . . . . . . . .DoctorofChiropracticIBCLC . . . . . . . .InternationalBoardCertifiedLactationConsulantL.Ac. . . . . . . . . . .LicensedAcupuncturistLCCE . . . . . . . . .LamalCertifiedChildbirthEducatorL.I.S.W. . . . . . . . .LicensedIndependentSocialWorkerM.A. . . . . . . . . . .MasterofArtsM.B.A. . . . . . . . .MasterofBusinessAdministrationM.P.S. . . . . . . . . .MasterofPastoralStudiesM.S.W. . . . . . . . .MastersSocialWorkerRN . . . . . . . . . . .RegisteredNurse

Organizations/AssociationsAFMTE . . . . . . . .AllianceforMassageTherapyEducationAMTA. . . . . . . . .AmericanMassageTherapyAssociationAOBTA. . . . . . . .AmericanOrganizationofBodyworkTherapiesofAsiaABMP . . . . . . . . .AssociatedBodyworkandMassageProfessionalsCOMTA . . . . . . .CommissiononMassageTherapyAccreditationDONA . . . . . . . .DoulasofNorthAmericaInternationalMCSS . . . . . . . . .MinnesotaCenterforShiatsuStudyMOHE . . . . . . . .MinnesotaOfficeofHigherEducationNCBTMB . . . . . .NationalCertificationBoardforTherapeuticMassage&BodyworkNCCAOM. . . . . .NationalCertificationCommissionforAcupuncture&OrientalMedicineNLSMT . . . . . . . .NorthernLightsSchoolofMassageTherapy

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