Paramount College of Natural Medicine is always taking enquiries for all courses. For more information on the full range of courses & class times, please do not hesitate to contact the college on 9209 3335.
Biodiversity and Sustainable Agriculture*
Course Cost: $750.00
Biodiversity and Sustainable Agriculture is an encompassing look at all aspects of growing. Whether wishing to sprout seeds on your window sill, turn your garden into an organic source of produce or wanting to commercially grow, this subject will provide you with most or all of the knowledge you require.
| Duration: | 12 Contact Days |
| Times : | 9.00 to 12.00pm |
| Dates: | August 7,14,21,28, September 4,11,18,25, October 16,23,30, November 6 |
Course Cost: $750.00
Traditional Food As Medicine explores the dieting practices of cultures from around the globe and throughout the ages. A scientific approach is taken to explain why some cultures are more long lived and others are relatively disease free ...and what it is that we can lean from such time tested practices.
| Duration: | 12 Contact Days |
| Times : | 3.00 to 6.00pm |
| Dates: | August 3,10,17,24,31, September 7,14,21, October 12,19,26, November 2 |
Course Cost: $750.00
Iridology is the fascinating and scientific study of the different lesions, colourations & irregularities within the iris. Their reflective health implications are then understood and responsibly communicated to the patient.
| Duration: | 12 Contact Days |
| Times : | 9.00 to 12.00pm |
| Dates: | August 3,10,17,24,31, September 7,14,21, October 12,19,26, November 2 |
Course Cost: $750.00
Aromatherapy is the medicinal & therapeutic use of essential oils. The medicinal benefits of aromatic oils are quite remarkable and not to be underestimated, especially their immune enhancing and relaxant effects. The trainer for this elective is Joanne Lang. She has been an accredited practitioner and teacher for over 15 years and her wealth of knowledge make for a most enjoyable learning experience
| Duration: | 6 Contact Days |
| Times : | 9.00 to 3.50pm |
| Dates: | Saturdays August 22,29, September 5,12,19,26 |
Course Cost: $240.00
The processes of incorprating fragrant oils into various products (soaps, creams etc) are explored in a practical hands on environment.
| Duration: | 1 Contact Day |
| Times : | TBA |
| Dates: | TBA |
Course Cost: $525.00
This course, run by Naturopath, fertility and preconception care specialist Samantha Warner is a close look at the health concerns facing women wanting to achieve and maintain pregnancy in today's age.
| Duration: | 5 Contact Days |
| Times : | TBA |
| Dates: | TBA |
Course Cost: $450.00
Reiki is a long established, gentle and non-invasive method of healing, based on the deliverance of energy, usually through the hands, to another individual. The practice leaves both patient & practitioner experiencing greater inner harmony and relaxation. This elective is taught by Roger Weston. He has lived and taught reiki for over 16 years. He is also the chairman of Reiki Association Inc (WAs largest Reiki Association). Upon completion of this elective students will be issued with certificates I & II Usui System of Reiki Healing. These certificates are nationally accredited and nationally recognized.
| Duration: | 4 Contact Days |
| Times : | 9.00 to 4.30pm |
| Dates: | August 8,9 November 21,22 |
Course Cost: $525.00
Reflexology recognises that the human feet are a detailed map of the body and that applying various massage techniques to such zones or reflex points, provides beneficial health effects to the corresponding areas of the body. Joanne Baker is the trainer for this elective. She is recognised as one of WA’s most experienced and skilled teachers of reflexology and has run this elective at Paramount several times before.
| Duration: | 5 Contact Days |
| Times : | 9.00 to 3.50pm |
| Dates: | October 17,24,31 November 7,14 |
Course Cost: $180.00
This subject looks at the fast growing area of corporate massage from a marketing and business aspect to specified seated massage techniques and sequences .
| Duration: | 1 Contact Day |
| Times : | 9.00 to 4.30pm |
| Dates: | November 12 |
Course Cost: $525.00
This very popular form of massage provides an individual with the various techniques necessary to provide a full body, relaxation massage. Whether one is wishing to learn how to massage friends and family, so that they feel as though they under the hands of a trained professional or one is wishing to go on to do advanced massage therapies, Swedish Massage is for you. Trainer Robert Gaibisso is an extremely well qualified practitioner and teacher and his love and knowledge of massage make for a great learning environment.
| Duration: | 6 Contact Days |
| Times : | 9.00 to 2.50pm |
| Dates: | July 20,22,24,27,29,31 |
Course Cost: $525.00
Deep Tissue Massage is a therapeutic form of body work. Its intension is to reduce tension throughout all layers of skeletal muscle.
| Duration: | 6 Contact Days |
| Times : | 12.30 to 5.50pm |
| Dates: | August 3,10,17,24,31 September 7 |
Course Cost: $525.00
Muscle Energy Techniques uses specific and varied movements to stretch synergistic or opposing muscles in order to re-balance muscle posture and release recent or chronic muscle tension.
| Duration: | 6 Contact Days |
| Times : | 9.00 to 2.40pm |
| Dates: | July 14,16,21,23,28,30 |
Course Cost: $525 .00
Trigger Point Therapy utilises specific reflex and pressure points throughout the body, which are most beneficial for reducing the pain sensation and reducing muscle tension.
| Duration: | 6 Contact Days |
| Times : | 9.00 to 2.40pm |
| Dates: | August 6,13,20,27 September 3,10 |
Course Cost: $325.00
Pregnancy Massage will equip the practitioner with the necessary knowledge and skills to provide a safe, relaxing and therapeutic massage to women during any stage of their pregnancy.
| Duration: | 2 Contact Days |
| Times : | 9.00 to 4.30pm |
| Dates: | August 15,16 |
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* All subjects contribute towards full time accredited courses ie. Advanced Diplomas, Diplomas & Certificate IV
Note: Class times may be subject to change
