A mastery of the fundamentals of the structure and function of the body underlies the development of effective treatment for Shiatsu therapy. This part of the program is taught during the first year and the total hours of training in this area will be over 540.
 

The emphasis is on regional and functional anatomy. The course involves terminology, function and action of all organ systems. Teaching method is lecture format.
 

This course provides detailed knowledge of the functional organization and operational mechanisms employed by cells, tissues, organs and systems. Teaching method is lecture format.
 

This course is designed to provide basic knowledge of disease state and pathological conditions for health care providers. The students will be able to identify the incidence, etiology and clinical course of selected disease entities. Teaching method is lecture format.
 

This area of the program provides basic knowledge and education in health care.
 

Our Kinesiology course is a basic synergistic combination of the sciences of anatomy, physiology, biomechanics and exercise physiology. We will integrate the resulting principles with theories of motor learning and motor control as applied to transitional activities.
 

This course provides basic knowledge in physiological roles of carbohydrates, lipids, protein, minerals and vitamins in disease prevention and enhancement of optimal human health.
 

Optimal counselling skills are necessary for health care providers. The student will learn how to conduct a basic patient interview in a clinical setting and develop skills involved in contact with a patient.
 

The focus of this course is development skills in the operation of business after receiving Shiatsupractor® diploma. The students will learn skills that contribute to a successful practice and the basic knowledge and processes to apply for a business license. This course covers the general business and medico-legal aspects of Shiatsu practice. Emphasis is put on civil litigation as it relates to medical malpractice. May cover the topics related to commercial leases, employment agreements and partnership law.
 

Since Shiatsu therapy originated from Japan, learning Japanese related matter to enhance understanding the shiatsu theory and philosophy, since Shiatsu therapy originated in Japan, these courses will enhance the students' understanding of Shiatsu theory and philosophy.
 

This course provides basic Japanese culture and language to enhance knowledge and information.
 

This course provides knowledge in the Japanese updated Traditional Chinese Medical theory including Diagnosis, Five Elements, Meridian Theory and Chinese Herbology, to optimize the practitioner's health care.
 

This area provides the basic technique of shiatsu treatment and advanced techniques for pathological conditions including Tsubo Shiatsu.   

Shiatsu Foundation
Basic Theory - Basic shiatsu concepts are studied including such subjects as Characteristics of Shiatsu, Shiatsu and Physiological Functions, Operations of the Hands and Fingers, Kinds of Pressure Application, and Contraindications to Shiatsu.
Self Shiatsu - Learning self-administered shiatsu teaches the student basic use of the hands, correct selection of pressure application methods and all the basic pressure points. Practicing self-shiatsu can be part of a preventative and health-conditioning program.
Chair Shiatsu - In this segment, the student learns 10-minute chair shiatsu treatment as well as 20-minute chair shiatsu treatment, and practices on each other in the class. This is the first time students practice shiatsu on someone other than themselves.
Whole body Treatment - The basic full-body treatment, which takes 75 to 90 minutes to complete, and includes up to 660 points, is learned and practiced. The full-body treatment is taught in stages, gradually increasing the duration of time until the complete treatment is mastered.
 

Derivative Shiatsu
Derivative Shiatsu - Various styles of shiatsu which are derived from the original style taught by Tokujiro Namikoshi are reviewed. These include Tsubo Shiatsu, Keiraku (Meridian) Shiatsu, Zen (Ioh kai) Shiatsu, Tao Shiatsu, Oha shiatsu, Macrobiotic Shiatsu and others.
Tsubo Shiatsu Theory - The underlying theory of the Tsubo, or pathological reflex point is discussed including the pain relieving aspects of shiatsu.
Shiatsu for Pathological Conditions - Treatments for conditions of the circulatory, nervous, digestive, respiratory, endocrine, musculoskeletal, urinary and reproductive systems are studied and practiced.

Research & Report (70 hours )
CPR & First Aid - The students learn and receive basic emergency first aid. A certificate of completion is issued by the Canadian Red Cross.
HIV Workshop - The students are introduced to the disease processes of HIV and Hepatitis, as well as hygiene regulations for clinical practice. Use if an automatic blood pressure monitor and a Glucometer is introduced

School Clinic & Field work
Students practice at the CCST and at public events treating patients under supervision. They develop skills in taking medical history, treatment planning and Shiatsu techniques. (Prerequisites: the completion of the Shiatsu Foundation course and passing grade in clinic entrance written examination and assessment of the full-body treatment).
This practicum is mandatory and essential for the student to complete our programs.