Yoga Therapy Diploma Schedule 2018 Intake (Note: module dates and content may be subject to change) Taster Day 13 January 2018 Module 1 5 to 8 October 2018 Introduction to the course and to each other. Foundational principles of Yoga Therapy The therapeutic relationship (part 1 of 4) Ethics, boundaries, and scope of practice Postural, Moving and Breathing Assessment Yoga Models Koshas as a framework for yoga therapy. The therapeutic relationship (part 2 of 4) Establishing a therapeutic relationship, interviewing, and goal setting Module 2: 16 to 19 November 2018 Common medical conditions (part 1 of 4) The therapeutic relationship (part 3 of 4) Orientation to Yoga Therapy Clinic and yoga therapy clinical skills Therapeutic use of Asana (part 1 of 8): Restorative yoga Monday (morning) The Breath and Breath Assessment Methods Monday (afternoon) The philosophy of wellness (part 1 of 4) Module 3: 18 to 21 January 2019
Physical structure, function and common musculo-skeletal conditions (parts 1 and 2 of 7) Therapeutic use of Asana (part 2 of 8) - Forward bends and seated postures Principles for designing therapeutic home practices Meditation (part 1 of 2) Therapeutic use of Asana (part 3 of 8) Pawanmuktasana + Relaxation Monday (all day) Yoga nidra Module 4: 8 to 10 March 2019 Pranic body: Prana vayus and gunas (part 1 of 4) Therapeutic use of Asana (part 4 of 8) - Twists and the core Yoga for mental health (part 1 of 4) Anxiety disorders Physical structure, function and common musculo-skeletal conditions (part 3 of 7) Physical structure, function and common musculo-skeletal conditions (part 4 of 7) Monday (morning) Therapeutic applications of pranayama (part 1 of 2) Monday (afternoon) The philosophy of wellness (part 2 of 4) Module 5: 17 to 19 May 2019 Physical structure, function and common musculo-skeletal conditions (part 5 of 7) Therapeutic use of Asana (part 5 of 8) Backbends
Therapeutic use of Asana (part 6 of 8) - Standing postures The pranic body: Doshas (part 2 of 4) Common medical conditions (part 2 of 4) Module 6: 19 to 21 July 2019 Common medical conditions (part 3 of 4) Yoga for sleep Yoga for mental health (part 2 of 4) Mood disorders The therapeutic relationship (part 3 of 3) Adapting inquiry and relationship to the person Module 7: 13 to 15 September 2019 Therapeutic applications of pranayama (part 2 of 2) effects of pranayama on mental and physiological health Friday afternoon and Saturday morning) The philosophy of wellness (part 3 of 4) Therapeutic use of Asana (part 7 of 8): Inversions + shoulder work Physical structure, function and common musculo-skeletal conditions (parts 6 and 7) Module 8: 22 to 24 November 2019 The pranic body: Chakras (part 3 of 4) Yoga for mental health (part 3 of 4) Eating disorders and emotional trauma Yoga for back care Module 9: 24 to 26 January 2020
Common medical conditions (part 4 of 4) Yoga for cancer practical The pranic body (part 4 of 4) - Integration of Yoga Models Therapeutic use of Asana (part 8 of 8): Chair Yoga Module 10: 20 to 22 March 2020 The philosophy of wellness (part 2 of 2) Pain and its Management Yoga Research Module 11: 22 to 24 May 2020 Fertility, Well Woman, and Yoga Therapy Pregnancy and Yoga Therapy Working longer term with clients Sunday morning Meditation (part 2 of 2) Sunday afternoon Diversity, Equality and Inclusion Module 12: 24 to 26 July 2010 Mindful yoga in supportive and palliative care and managing grief Business skills and marketing preparation for independent yoga therapy practice; Yoga for mental health (part 4 of 4) Addictions and severe mental illness
Clinical practice review Closing celebrations and reflection with afternoon tea