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Monday, August 28, 2017

New Class Dates, CEs, and Programs

New Class Dates
Continuing Education
Certifications
 
Classes are Independent Modules and Can be Taken out of Sequence Except for Clinical
 
Many Classes can be taken
Live Online or On Demand

All lecture classes taught by Dr. Jen Martinez can be taken online on demand.  On demand classes are pre-recorded and taken at your convenience.  All pre-recorded classes include a live question and answer session with the teacher. Upon completion of each level a special date and time is set up to have a live question and answer session by way of the internet or phone.  
 

Instructor: Jen Martinez, HD 
Natural Health Practitioner

Location - Silver Spring, Maryland
within Potomac Massage Training Institute
8380 Colesville Rd. Suite 600
Silver Spring, MD 20910


Holistic Health Certification
 
All Classes are from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
  Each Level is $225.00 

HHC1 - Anatomy &  Physiology
Upon Request, On Demand, Online

HHC2 - Pathology & Detox
September 30    

HHC3 - Aromatherapy &  Herbal Medicine
October 14    

 HHC4 - Homeopathy & Energy Medicine
October 28
 
HHC5 - Iridology & Japanese Hara
November 11  
 
HHC6 - TCM Principles & Meridian theory
December  2
 
 HHC7 - Pulse & Tongue
Dec 16  

 HHC8 - Clinical IJanuary 6      
HHC9 -  Clinical II
January 20 
 
HHC10 - Clinical III 
   February 3     
 
 
Lymphatic Drainage CEs
  
Upon Request
10am to 4pm     $250.00
  
 
Holistic Nutrition Certification

All Classes are from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
  Each Level is $225.00 
HHC1 - Anatomy & Physiology
By Request
  
HNC2 - Principles of Nutrition
September 23
  
  HNC3 - Nutrition and Body Chemistry
October 7
 
HNC4 - Fats and Sugars
October 21
 
HNC5 - Meal Planning Guidelines
November 4
  
HNC6 - Counseling & Clinical
November 18
 

Master Herbalist Certification
 
HNC2, HHC3 and HNC5 Required

All Classes are from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
  Each Level is $225.00
  

HNC5 - Meal Planning Guidelines
Sunday Nov 4

MHC1 - Treating Body systems & Detoxification
Sunday Aug 20

HHC3 - Aromatherapy and Herbal Medicine
Saturday October 14

MHC2 - Treating Body systems - Reproductive, Nervous, Immune, and Circulatory systems
Sunday Sept 3

MHC3 - TCM & Ayurvedic Herbs
Sunday Sept 17

MHC4 - Phyto Chemistry
 Sunday Oct 1

 MHC5 - Plant Identification
 Sunday Oct 15

MHC6 - Vitamin/Drug/ Herb Interactions
Sunday Oct 29

  MHC7 - Business Procedures and Clinical
Sunday Nov 12
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Instructor: Linda Khanzetian, NHD
     Doctor
 
of Natural Health

Location - Cleveland Park, DC
3701 Connecticut Ave., N.W. #1
Washington, D.C. 20008
 
 
Acupressure CEs and Certification

Each Level  $225.00
10:00 am to 5:00 pm
    
Level 1 - 12 Major Meridians and the Basic Protocol11/4/17

Level 2  - Aromatherapy and Pressure Points
11/18/17

Level 3 - Light Tapping (AFT)
 12/2/17

Level 4 - Clinical
12/16/17
  
 
Reflexology CEs  and Certification

 
 Each Level  $225.00
10:00 am to 5:00 pm

Level 1 - Introduction
12/9/17

Level 2  - Reflexology and Aromatherapy
1/6/18

Level 3 - Reflexology and Hot Stone
1/13/18

Level 4 - Clinical
1/20/18

Holistic Nutrition Certification

Level 1 -  Anatomy and Physiology
Level 2 - Principles of Nutrition
Level  3 - Nutrition and Body Chemistry
Level 4 - Fats and Sugars
Level 5 - Meal Planning Guidelines
 Level 6 - Counseling & Clinical
Each Level
10:00am to 4:00pm       $225.00
TBA or Upon Request

Aromatherapy CEs and Certification

 
Level 1 - Essential Oil Basics
Saturday Oct  17
10:00am to 5:00pm       $225.00

Level 3 - Emotional and Spiritual Balance
Saturday Oct 14
10:00am to 5:00pm       $225.00

Level 5 - Clinical
Saturday Oct 21
10:00am to 5:00pm       $225.00

Reiki CEs and Certification

Each Level  $225.00
10:00 am to 5:00 pm
    
Level 1 - Basics
10/28/17

Level 2 - Distance Healing
11/25/17

Level 3 - Teacher Level
12/30/17

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Instructor: Linda Khanzetian, NHD
     Doctor of Natural Health
 
Friendship Heights location:
5239 Western Ave., N.W., Washington, D.C. 20015 (within Nirvana Holistic Spa)
 

Aromatherapy, Reiki, Acupressure,
Nutrition, or Reflexology Classes
 
Upon Request Classes with Dr. Linda 

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Instructor: Linda Khanzetian, NHD
     Doctor of Natural Health

Location - Olney Maryland
3700 Mystic Ct. Olney, MD 20832
 

Aromatherapy, Reiki, Acupressure,
Nutrition, or Reflexology Classes
 
Dates Upon Request
Each Level $225.00



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Instructors: Dr. Jen Martinez, HD, Dr. Linda Khanzetian, NHD, or Dr. Robert White, DIM, LMT

Locations - Silver Spring, MD; Olney, MD; Cleveland Park, D.C.; Friendship Heights, D.C.
 
On Demand, Upon Request CEs and Certifications
 
Aromatherapy

Reflexology

Orthopedic Manual Therapy -  Lower extremities
         
Orthopedic Manual Therapy - Head, neck, and shoulder

Orthopedic Manual Therapy - Upper extremities

Reflexology with Aromatherapy
  
Zen Shiatsu/Acupressure

 Reiki and Touch Therapy

Mind Body Medicine/Visualization

Lymphatic Massage
 
Chakra Balancing
 
Acupressure
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Call to register

(202) 686-8202, (301) 538-9540
 
Check out our Blog
that has all of our current programs
Offered by:
 
Washington Institute of Natural Medicine
Nationally Approved
NCBTMB Continuing Education Provider
 
Primary Wellness Center in Washington, DC
Cleveland Park
winmoffice@gmail.com 
  
www.NaturalHealthDC.com    
(202) 237-7681

(202) 686-8202
 
Licensed in Washington, D.C. for:
Education Services, Apprenticeship Training, Exam Preparation and Tutoring, Educational Support Services
 
Additional locations in
Silver Spring and Olney, Maryland

 
 The Washington Institute teaches continuing education classes and a certificate program in Holistic Health/Naturopathy in Maryland.
 
The Maryland Higher Education Commission has reviewed the Washington Institute's classes and has determined that the Washington Institute of Natural Medicine can teach in Maryland under the exempt status.
 
Approved as a Training Provider by the
American Naturopathic and Holistic Association
 
Approved for Continuing Education by the
American Alternative Medical Association
 
Accredited by the
American Association of Drugless Practitioners 

Sunday, August 27, 2017

Refelxology Program Starting December 9

Reflexology Level 1  - Introduction

Saturday December 9, 2017
10:00am to 5:00pm       $225.00
 
                     
Instructor: Linda Khanzetian, NHD, CRP
Certified Reflexology Practitioner, Aromatherapy Practitioner
Natural Health Doctor
 
Continuing education and prep class for Certification through the 
American Naturopathic and Holistic Association (ANHA)
  
This program prepares you for the national exam offered by the National Reflexology Board.
  
Obtain Continuing Education Credits (Units)
  
The classes are taught as independent modules and can be taken out of sequence.
 
Reflexology Certification Program - $900 (Price per level - $225.00)
 
Reflexology Level 1 - Introduction to Reflexology
This course includes instruction on reflexology theory, history, zone therapy, meridians, a map of reflexes, foot and hand structure, and several hours of hands-on practice to learn reflexology grip and techniques, business ethics and standards.
 
Event Date:         12-09-2017        10:00 am to 5:00 pm
 
Location:        3701 Connecticut Ave., N.W. #1, Washington, D.C. 20008 
 
Reflexology Level II - Reflexology and Aromatherapy
This course includes a review of level 1 and an introduction to aromatherapy, its benefits, safety guidelines and practical applications, along with the application of essential oils on reflex points. There will be several hours of hands-on practical application of oils on reflex points.
 
Event Date:         01-06-2018        10:00 am to 5:00 pm
 
Location:        3701 Connecticut Ave., N.W. #1, Washington, D.C. 20008 
 
Reflexology Level III - Reflexology and Hot Stones
This course includes a review of levels 1 and 2 and an introduction to hot stones and their application, benefits, and safety guidelines. There will be several hours of hands-on practical application of hot stones.
 
Event Date:         01-13-2018        10:00 am to 5:00 pm
 
Location:        3701 Connecticut Ave., N.W. #1, Washington, D.C. 20008 
 
Reflexology Level IV - Clinical - For certification
This course includes a review of levels 1, 2 and 3. For certification as a reflexology practitioner, the student must perform 5 reflexology treatments during class with teacher watching. Certification to practice in the Washington Metropolitan Area can be received by taking level 1 and level 4.
 
Event Date:         01-20-2018        10:00 am to 5:00 pm
 
Location:        3701 Connecticut Ave., N.W. #1, Washington, D.C. 20008 
 
Levels 1 and 4 required for certification.
 
CEU Credits per level: 6

Call to reserve your space.
  
Location of Class:
Washington Institute of Natural Medicine 
within Wilshire Condo building
 3701 Connecticut Ave., N.W. #1, Washington, D.C. 20008
 
Learn about reflexology on You Tube
  

 
Approved for continuing education through the
American Alternative Medical Association
 
Accredited by the
American Association of Drugless Practitioners
 
Instructor: Dr. Linda Khanzetian, NHD, CRM
  
Linda is a reflexology practitioner and has been practicing holistic health since 1998. She received her doctorate degree from First National University which was one of the founding schools in natural health. Linda became interested in energy work in 1988 and has been a Reiki Master for 13 years. She is certified in homeopathy, herbology, holistic health, Reiki (USUI and Reiki Tummo), acupressure, aromatherapy, reflexology, visualization, and hypnotherapy. Linda has worked with the Washington Institute of Natural Medicine for over 15 years and currently teaches Holistic Nutrition, Acupressure, Reiki, Aromatherapy, Reflexology, and Mind/Body Medicine for the Institute.

Acupressure Program Starting November 4

Acupressure Program
 
Continuing Education classes with Certification
Starting Saturday November 4, 2017
 10:00am to 5:00pm
Level 1  $225.00



Instructor: Linda Khanzetian, NHD

 
 
 
 
ZSA Level 1  
Learn the 12 major meridians and the basic protocol, theory and palpation techniques.  Learn how to use the hara analysis to determine imbalances of energy.
Includes 3 hours of practicum.
 
ZSA Level 2    
Learn how to use aromatherapy and pressure points for specific ailments and more palpation techniques. Includes 3 hours of practicum. 
 
ZSA Level 3  
Learn how to use light tapping (AFT) to treat various chronic issues. This technique interrupts the energy flow through meridians without discomfort.
 
ZSA Level 4    
This class is designed for the practitioner to complete the clinical requirement for certification. Students will perform complete sessions under instructor's supervision.

 
Each level is $225.00
  
  
Continuing Education Units: 6 CEUs for each level
Total CEUs: 24

Approved for Continuing Education by National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Body Work (NCBTMB)

Levels 1, 2, and 4 required for certification
  
  
Acupressure
Total Cost $900
Class date
Instructor
I   -ZSA 1  - Introduction
11/4/17
Sat
LK
II  -ZSA 2 - Ailments
11/18/17
Sat
LK
III -ZSA 3 - AFT
12/2/17
Sat
LK
IV  -ZSA 4 - Clinical
12/16/17
Sat
LK
 
TBA = To Be Announced,  upper level dates selected with instructor and Level 1 students.
 
Class times 10am to 5pm
Call 202-237-7681 to register. Each level is $225.00

 
See our video on acupressure and acupuncture:



Location: 

Washington Institute of Natural Medicine
within the Wilshire Condo Building in Cleveland Park
3701 Connecticut Ave., N.W. #1, Washington, D.C. 20008

Call for further details or to register (202) 237-7681, (202) 686-8202
Ask for the Cleveland Park Acupressure class.

 NCBTMB approved Continuing Education Provider

Approved for continuing education through the
American Alternative Medical Association
  
 Accredited by the American Association of Drugless Practitioners
  
 Approved prep class provider for the
American Naturopathic and Holistic Association
  
District of Columbia General Business Licensed with the following endorsements:
Education Services, Apprenticeship Training, Exam Preparation and Tutoring, and Educational Support Services
   


Reiki Classes Starting October 28

Reiki Classes 
Certifications with CE Credit
Starting Saturday October 28th
  
Instructor: Dr. Linda Khanzetian, NHD


USUI Reiki Certification Program 
 
Reiki consists of 3 levels that teach the student how to use Reiki healing energy for the physical, mental/emotional, spiritual level healing. It is a technique to channel universal energy for the purpose of balancing and harmonizing the body, mind and spirit so healing can take place. Upon receipt of written documentation of 5 Reiki treatments, certificate of completion is awarded at each level.
 
USUI Reiki Practitioner Level I
(No prerequisite)
Learn about Reiki hands-on healing and caring for those with a variety of disorders through touch. Become acquainted with the history of USUI Reiki healing and how to use this knowledge to care for others. This class will instruct students in the full treatment process to use for self and others giving a detailed treatment guide. Chakra balancing will be discussed in this class along with ways to surround or shield yourself with energy protection, a method to center and ground, a method to clear and close the aura, and more. Level I works on the physical energy level.
 
Event Date/Time             Saturday 10-28-2017 10:00am to 5:00pm
Fee: $225.00
 
USUI Reiki Practitioner Level II
(Prerequisite - you must have taken USUI Reiki level I in order to take this class. If you did not take it with WINM, you must bring a copy of your level I certificate with you.)
 
The level II activates the ability to send distance energy. Several methods of channeling the healing energy across the room, across the city, or across the world will be discussed including instructions on how to create a crystal healing grid and a Reiki "stack". This level focuses on emotional and mental level healing and it considerably increases the energy that is channeled from level I.
 
Event Date/Time    Saturday 11-25-2017 10:00am to 5:00pm
 $225.00
 
USUI Reiki Master/Teacher Level III
(Prerequisite - you must have taken USUI Reiki levels I and II in order to take this class. If you did not take them with WINM, you must bring a copy of your level I and level II certificates with you.)
 
This class gives the instruction necessary to become a Reiki Master and attune/teach others how to use this amazing healing energy; it increases the amount of energy being channeled from the two previous classes. This level deals with spiritual level energy and gives instruction on how to teach/attune others.
 
Event Date      Saturday 12-30-2017 10:00am to 5:00pm
$225.00
  
Continuing Education Units Provided per contact hour
   
The classes will be held at:
 
Washington Institute of Natural Medicine
within Wilshire Condo building     
3701 Connecticut Ave., N.W. #1
 Washington, D.C. 20008

winmoffice@gmail.com 
(202) 237-7681, (202) 686-8202
 
Call for further details and to register.