Distance Learning – suggested 12 months part-time study (Nominal hours 820)
Welcome to the wide world of dogs and their varied lifestyles, involving sports, activities, exercise routines and all of the common and unfortunately probable Musculo-skeletal issues our dogs seemingly are faced with nowadays. More than ever a large percentage of dogs are requiring surgery and ongoing treatment programs. It is also unfortunate that a large number of dogs are carrying compensational soft tissue injuries that first go unnoticed. Until over some time the dysfunction further exacerbates other unwanted joint, ligament, muscle-tendon and skeletal injuries. Therefore, by focusing on the canine anatomy and physiology, we are also able to understand how muscles move the skeleton, in conjunction with the importance of nerve receptors within the muscle cells and the overall neurological relationship and positive influence that massage can stimulate, so that the body can fully reap the benefits of each massage treatment, this enables positive treatment plans to become constructive resolutions.
Certification awarded in this course has been developed specifically to canine anatomy when evidence-based data and research of treatment outcomes were continually reviewed. The course is designed for all humans with a genuine love of dogs and an interest in improving their health, wellbeing, movement, performance, agility and quality of life at every stage of their life.
Students learn how to apply traditional massage techniques working specifically into each muscle with the awareness of all positive physiological effects being initiated to aid the healing processes. There are a variety of techniques within this course that celebrate the steps to our foundational naturopathic approach of looking at the body with a ‘whole-body-balance’, to achieve the desired outcomes.
Students will be guided on specific techniques that are appropriate, effective, and targeted to dysfunction, along with remedial exercises to manage chronic muscular pain, reducing inflammation and maximising Musculo-skeletal function.
Unit One
Webinar: Welcome Orientation - Presenter: Leslie Williamson
Welcome
Student Handbook
Study Guide
How to Reference Your Work
Blank Assessment Cover Sheet: To be submitted with any assignments sent in to be marked.
Student Declaration Form: to be submitted to the College
EBook: Miller’s "Anatomy of the Dog"
EBook: "Dog Anatomy" by Peter C. Goody
EBook: "Dog Anatomy: A Coloring Atlas" Derived from Kainer and McCracken
Printable (A3 size) Dog Charts
History of Massage
Philosophy of Massage
Massage Origin Quiz
Massage and Body Therapy Styles
Body Management of the Therapist
Body Management of the Therapist Quiz
Dogs and their Relatives
Webinar: Dogs and their Relatives - Presenter: Leslie Williamson
General Information of Dogs
General Dog Information Quiz
Directional and Medical Terminology
Webinar: Directional Terminology - Presenter: Leslie Williamson
Terminology Quiz
Contraindications
Webinar: Contraindications - Presenter: Leslie Williamson
Contraindication Quiz
Introduction to the Canine Body Systems and Physiological Effects
Webinar: Systems Physiological Effects Part 1 - Presenter: Leslie Williamson
Systems Quiz Part One
Webinar: Systems Physiological Effects Part 2 - Presenter: Leslie Williamson
Systems Quiz Part Two
Webinar: Regional Terms Study Chart - Presenter: Leslie Williamson
The course is completely structured in delivery each week for the full twelve (12) months, with course modules and assessment tasks being released at the same time each week. As the course is completely structured in delivery each week, students are unable to finish the course sooner, however, the course has an open-end expiry, so students can take as long as they need to finish the course in its entirety.
Students can enrol at anytime.
Course is delivered via distance education through the ANME online learning portal.
Prerequisites not required for enrollment into this course.
Student require a Computer/Laptop/or Smart Phone with internet access A headset (If your computer is without an internal speaker).
Students must have basic computer skills.
Students must have basic English language skills. As we do have subtitle options on webinars, unfortunately the online test assessments are conducted in English.
Quizzes and examinations on the online learning portal, written assignments can be submitted by email or post, and via our online learning portal.
Graduates are eligible to join the the International Institute of Complimentary Therapies or the Small Animal and Equine Naturopathic Association as a full member. Association accreditation and insurance to work as a professional in the industry as a qualified and industry recognised Canine Myofaciliative Therapist.
Course Price: $4,000.00 (AUD$)
Upon enrollment, a course deposit fee of $1,000.00 (AUD$) is required.
The remaining course fee is divided into six (6) equal payments of $500.00 (AUD$) that is paid up-front at the start of each Course Unit, as a part of our 'pay-as-you-study' payment plan.
As the course is structured in delivery, the course fees ($500.00 AUD$) are due every two (2) months from enrollment, meaning that students pay for each Course Unit as they proceed through the course.
Course Fee Breakdown:
Course Deposit: Unit One ~ $1,000.00
Unit Two ~ $500.00
Unit Three ~ $500.00
Unit Four ~ $500.00
Unit Five ~ $500.00
Unit Six ~ $500.00
Unit Seven ~ $500.00
Total $4,000.00 (AUD$)
