Certificate Program in Imagery Program Description:
Holistic Healing using Guided Imagery Techniques

This unique certificate program offers in-depth, hands-on training in the expanding field of guided imagery techniques, which goes beyond scripted guided imagery. It is a powerful modality that fosters active participation and disease prevention, returning the focus of holistic healing to the individual. The guided imagery process is transformative for the practitioner and the client, simultaneously. Guided imagery instruction uses varied methods such as lecture, group discussion, experiential exercises and practice in pairs and small groups under mentor guidance.

Presented within the holistic nursing model, the program is specifically designed for registered nurses and licensed health care professionals.

Certification

To be certified in this modality, phases must be taken sequentially and successfully completed, along with submittal of 10 documented imagery sessions. Graduates will receive individualized written feedback after submission of the sessions within three months of graduation. 24.0 contact hours for the documented sessions.

Program Content

• Core concepts in integrative medicine, psychoneuroimmunology, and holistic healing
• Principles and theory of the guided imagery process
• Stress management strategies and self-care as an integral aspect of professional practice
• A variety of breathing and relaxation techniques
• Eight distinct guided imagery techniques in the practicum phases and phase IV

Course Outline

Each phase is an evening and three days spaced at approximately three-month intervals Phase I through III and six months between phases III and IV.

Phase I: (20.4 hours)

Core concepts and fundamental principles of the guided imagery process.  Scientific theory of psychoneuroimmunology. Basic and expanded information with guided imagery techniques and relaxation. Essential guiding skills. Scope of practice, limitations and precautions. Experiential dyads with the basic skills of guiding a client through a formal imagery session.

Phase II:  (21.5 hours)

Practicum: During phase II and III, the heart of the program, participants will learn six distinct, innovative guided imagery techniques and have a unique opportunity to develop your skills as a guided imagery practitioner, plus experience this remarkable process from the inside out, as a client and as an observer.

Each day a specific guided imagery technique is taught, demonstrated and practiced in pairs under mentor supervision.

Day I: Inner Wisdom
Day II: Working with an Image
Day III: Accessing Inner Strengths

Phase III: (21.5 hours)

Practicum: Same format as Phase II.

Day I: Inner Healer
Day II: Parts Work
Day III: Pain Control

Prerequisite for Phase IV is successful completion of Phase III.

Phase IV: (20.6 hours)

• Integration of guided imagery skills and techniques into clinical practice
• Presentation of client imagery sessions by program participants.
• Palliative care
• Two additional guided imagery techniques: Moving guided imagery into action and exploring life purpose

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