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Monday, December 26, 2016

New Class Dates & CEs



 
  
New Class Dates 
  
Learn a new technique
   
Add a new Profession        Get CE Credits
 
Request your own personal date and time for a Class
  
Theses Classes are Perfect for 
Spas, Massage Therapists, Skin Care Practitioners, Nurses, 
Home Health Care Providers, Bodywork Practitioners, Aspiring Practitioners,
and more!
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Washington, D.C.        Silver Spring, Maryland        Olney, MD

 
Numerous 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

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

HHC1 -Anatomy &  Physiology 
Upon Request     $225.00
HHC2 -Pathology & Detox
Sat Jan 7   $225.00

HHC3 -Aromatherapy &  Herbal medicine
Sat Jan 21   $225.00

HHC4 - Homeopathy & Energy Medicine
Sat Feb 4    $225.00

HHC5 - Iridology & Japanese Hara   
 Sat Feb 18    $225.00

HHC6 - TCM Principles & Meridian theory 
Sat Mar 4     $225.00

  HHC7 - Pulse & TongueSat Mar 18  $225.00 
  HHC8 - Clinical ISat Apr 1      $225.00 
  HHC9 -  Clinical II
Sat Apr 15  
  $225.00 
  HHC10 - Clinical III
Sat  Apr 29
 $225.00

 
Holistic Nutrition Certification


HHC1- Anatomy & Physiology
Upon Request    $225.00

HNC2- Principles of Nutrition
Sun Jan 8
10:00am to 4:00pm     $225.00

HNC3- Nutrition and Body Chemistry
Sun Jan 22 
10:00am to 4:00pm     $225.00

HNC4 -Fats and Sugars
Sun Feb 5 
10:00am to 4:00pm     $225.00
HNC5 - Meal Planning Guidelines
Sun Feb 19 
10:00am to 4:00pm     $225.00

HNC6 - Counseling & Clinical
Sun Mar 5
10:00am to 4:00pm     $225.00

Wellness Coaching Certification

HHC 1 through 4 Required
HNC 2, 4, and 5 Required
  
Upon Request  - Each level $225.00
Call to set up your Special Date and Time
 
Master Herbalist Certification
 
HNC2, HHC3 and HNC5 Required
 
HCC2 - Principles of Nutrition
Sun Jan 8
10:00am to 4:00pm     $225.00

HHC3 - Aromatherapy and Herbal Medicine
Sun Jan 21
10:00am to 4:00pm     $225.00
 
 HNC5 -Meal Planning Guidelines 
 Sun Feb 19
10:00am to 4:00pm     $225.00
 
MHC1 - Treating Body systems & Detoxification
 Sun Mar 19
10:00am to 4:00pm     $225.00
 
MHC2 - Treating Body systems - Reproductive, Nervous, Immune, and Circulatory systems
Sun Apr 2
10:00am to 4:00pm     $225.00
 
MHC3 - TCM & Ayurvedic Herbs
Sun Apr 23
 10:00am to 4:00pm     $225.00
 
MHC4 - Phyto chemistry
 Sun May 7
10:00am to 4:00pm     $225.00

 MHC5 - Plant Identification
 Sun May 21
10:00am to 4:00pm     $225.00

MHC6 - Vitamin/Drug/ Herb Interactions
Sun Jun 4
10:00am to 4:00pm     $225.00

  MHC7 - Business Procedures and Clinical
Sun Jun 18
10:00am to 4:00pm     $225.00
 
Lymphatic Drainage CEs and Certification
 
Upon Request $225.00
Call to set up your Special Date and Time
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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

  
Reflexology CEs and Certification

 
Upon Request  - Each level $225.00
Call to set up your Special Date and Time
 
 
Acupressure CEs and Certification

Level 1 - Basics
 Saturday December 31, 2016
10:00am to 5:00pm      $225.00

Acupressure Level 2 
Sunday January 15, 2017
 10:00 am to 4:00 pm    $225.00

Aromatherapy CEs and Certification

Upon Request  - Each level $225.00
Call to set up your Special Date and Time
  
Holistic Nutrition Certification
 
Level 1
Tues Jan 3
10:00am to 5:00pm       $225.00

Level 2 
Wed Jan 4
10:00am to 5:00pm       $225.00

Level 3
Tues Jan 17
10:00am to 5:00pm       $225.00

Level 4
Thurs Jan 19
10:00am to 5:00pm       $225.00

Level 5
Tues Jan 31
10:00am to 5:00pm       $225.00

Level 6
Thurs Feb 2
10:00am to 5:00pm       $225.00

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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 CEs and Certification
 
Upon Request  - Each level $225.00
Call to set up your Special Date and Time

Reflexology CEs and Certification

Upon Request  - Each level $225.00
Call to set up your Special Date and Time
 
Acupressure CEs and Certification

Upon Request  - Each level $225.00
Call to set up your Special Date and Time

___________

Instructor: Linda Khanzetian, NHD
     Doctor of Natural Health

Location - Olney Maryland
3700 Mystic Ct. Olney, MD 20832
 
Aromatherapy CEs and Certification
 
Upon Request  - Each level $225.00
Call to set up your Special Date and Time
 
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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

Lymphatic Massage
 
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 

Saturday, December 24, 2016

Herbal Classes Start Jan 21 Silver Spring



Washington Institute of Natural Medicine
Silver Spring, MD
Master Herbology Program
Each MHC class level is $225
Each level can be paid separately
Classes can be taken in any order
Class time 10am - 4pm
 
Classes will be held at the Silver Spring location and thru Adobeconnect online.
Classes are simultaneously done on location and "live on-line" using Adobe-Connect.
   

2017
Master Herbalist Certification
Total cost $2,250
Classes can be taken in any order. 10am - 4pm
Class dates
PMTI
 
HHC3-   Aromatherapy & Herbal Medicine
Jan 21
Sun
 
HNC2 - Principles of Nutrition
Jan 8
Sun
 
HNC5 -Meal Planning Guidelines
Feb 19
Sun
 
MHC1 - Treating Body systems & Detoxification
Mar 19
Sun
 
MHC2 - Treating Body systems - Reproductive,
               Nervous, Immune and Circulatory
               systems
Apr 2
Sun
 
MHC3 - TCM & Ayurvedic Herbs
Apr 23
Sun
 
MHC4 - Phyto chemistry
              
May 7
Sun
 
MHC5 - Plant Identification
                
May 21
Sun
 
MHC6 -   Vit / Drug / Herb interactions
 
Jun 4
Sun
 
MHC7 - Business procedures
               Clinical
Jun 18
Sun
 
                
PMTI = Silver Spring
VB = Virginia Beach
 
If you would like to do the online course please let the administrator know.
 
To register and pay for the class please call 202-237-7681
 Give the class description, date and location.
 
Classes start at 10am and end at 4pm. Make-up classes can be arranged with instructor.
 
Herbology Certification (HC)
Introductory course into Herbal Medicine.
  
 
HHC Level 3:  Aromatherapy & Herbal Medicine
History and philosophy of Western Herbal medicine, medical, herbal and botanical terminology.
Herbal sources and formulations
How to use herbal medicine safely
Benefits of compounding herbs
Holistic approach and Constitutional herbalism
Treating body systems-Respiratory system, Urinary system, Musculo-skeletal system,
Skin, hair and nails, Eyes and ears health
 
MHC Level 1: Treating Body Systems and Detoxification
Treating body systems - Digestive system, Circulatory system,
Treating body systems - Nervous system, Respiratory system
Food protocol to use when on a cleanse 
In-depth study of detoxification to rid the body of pollutants.
Detoxification protocol for candida albicans and other parasites
 
MHC Level 2: Introduction to Eastern and Ayurvedic Herbal Medicine
Principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine
Principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine,Tongue analysis and Hara analysis
Principles of Ayurvedic Medicine, the traditional medical system of India.
 
MHC Level 3: Phytochemistry/Research:
Herbal phyto-chemistry of several most popular specific herbs
Herbal phyto-chemistry of tonic nervines.
Herbal treatments for diabetes, and arthritis
Herbal treatments for cancer, nervous disorders and digestive disorders.       
 
Instructor: Jen Martinez-Bentley, HD
The student must complete four levels. Each level is an independent module; therefore, the student may take them out of sequence. After the completion of the program a student can take the exam with the American Naturopathic and Holistic Association. This course is a pre-requisite for the Master Herbalist Certification program.
  
Location:
Washington Institute of Natural Medicine
within Potomac Massage Training Institute
8380 Colesville Rd. Suite 600, Silver Spring, MD 20910
                                 
Call to Register

(202) 686-8202, (202) 237-7681, (301) 538-9540

Monday, December 12, 2016

Acupressure Class Sat 12/31



 
 
Washington Institute of Natural Medicine 

Acupressure Level 1
  
Required for Acupressure Certification
 
Saturday December 31, 2016
10:00 am to 4:00 pm 
  
Oriental Acupressure is a natural healing modality in which light to moderate pressure is applied to acupuncture points with the thumb, fingertips, palms, forearms and elbows. Acupressure helps balance the energies along the Oriental meridian systems.
  
This class prepares you for a certification exam.
  
Obtain Continuing Education Credits (Units)
  
CEU Credits: 6

$225.00
 No additional discounts offered.
  
  
Location:
3701 Connecticut Ave., N.W., #1 Washington, D.C. 20008
Instructor: Dr. Linda Khanzetian, NHD
 
Linda is a doctor of natural health and has been practicing holistic health since 1998. She received her 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 10 years and currently teaches Holistic Nutrition, Acupressure, Reiki, Aromatherapy, Reflexology, Mind/Body Medicine, and Magnet Therapy for the Institute.
                                                          Dr. Linda also teaching:
 
                                                             Acupressure Level 2 

                                                          Sunday January 15, 2017
                                                               10:00 am to 4:00 pm
                                                                          $225.00
                                             
                                       Washington Institute of Natural Medicine
                   Location of Class: 5239 Western Ave., N.W., Washington, D.C. 20015            
                                                         (within Nirvana Holistic Spa)
                                                           www.NaturalHealthDC.com
                                                                    (202) 686-8202

Thursday, December 8, 2016

Holistic Nutrition Level 1 Class On Demand, Upon Request



 
            Washington Institute of Natural Medicine
 
                    Become a Nutritional Consultant      
 
  
On-line Availability! 
 
Holistic Nutrition Program
 
Silver Spring, Maryland Location 
   
Continuing education and prep class for Certification through the 
 American Naturopathic and Holistic Association (ANHA)

Holistic Nutrition Professional Certification
 
 
Level 1 Upon Request, On Demand, Online
 
$225.00
 
Level 2 - Jan 8, 2017
 
Become a Certified Nutritional Consultant
  
Classes are from 10am to 4pm on location or "Live-online" using Adobeconnect
Makeup classes are only "Live-online" using Adobeconnect or on location in Virginia Beach
 
Holistic Nutrition (HNC)
Total cost $1,350
Each level $225
2017
PMTI
HHC1- Anatomy & Physiology
Upon request
HNC2- Principles of Nutrition
Jan 8       Sun
HNC3- Nutrition and Body Chemistry
Jan 22     Sun
HNC4 -Fats and Sugars
Feb 5       Sun
HNC5 -Meal Planning Guidelines
Feb 19     Sun
HNC6- Counseling & Clinical
Mar 5       Sun

 
To register and pay call 202-237-7681  


On Location or Live On-line!

Washington Institute of Natural Medicine
Within Potomac Massage Training Institute
8380 Colesville Rd. Suite 600
Silver Spring, MD 20910
 

This classes are taught as independent modules and can taken out of sequence.

Holistic Nutrition Certification (HNC)
 
HHC Level 1: Anatomy and Physiology, and Medical Terminology.

 This level familiarizes the student with each system of the human physiology and introduces the world of medical terminology. This level will help the student understand the client's description of symptoms and understand physician's diagnosis.

 
HNC Level 2: Principles of Nutrition
Learn the nutritional needs of the human body which includes macro and micro nutrients, enzymes and antioxidants.
 

HNC Level 3: Nutrition & Body Chemistry
The student will learn the effect of the twenty-one chemical elements on colon health, how soft tissue is built, the importance of electrolytes and the importance of bone builders and blood builders.

HNC Level 4: Carbohydrates & Fats
The student will learn the truth about the different types of fats and sugars and how they affect our body.

HNC Level 5: Meal Planning Guidelines
The student will learn dietary planning for optimal health for both adults and children and healing for chronic ailments.

 HNC Level 6: Counseling & Clinical
The student will be supervised by a Naturopath while working with clients. Hand out recipes for clients to try.

 
Each level includes Contact Hours: 6 (6 CEs per Level)   Homework Hours: 4

 
The student must complete six levels. Each level is an independent module; therefore, the student may take them out of sequence except for Level VI (clinical). After the completion of the program a student can sit for an exam with the American Naturopathic and Holistic Association. This course is a pre-requisite for our Naturopathy program, which is permitted by the State of Maryland.

  

 
The Washington Institute teaches continuing education classes and a certificate program in Holistic Health/Naturopathy in Maryland.

 
The Maryland Higher Education Commission (MHEC) has reviewed the Washington Institute's classes and has determined that the Washington Institute of Natural Medicine  can teach in Maryland. 
 
 
Approved for continuing education through the
American Alternative Medical Association
 
Accredited by the
American Association of Drugless Practitioners

 


Instructor's Credentials
Jen Martinez-Bentley has 18 years of teaching experience.
Doctor of Naturopathy                       September 1999         Nova International
Doctor of Integrative Homeopathy    December 2007          National University of Therapeutics
 
Currently teaching at:
Centura College in Chesapeake,VA              weekdays
Washington Institute of Natural Medicine     weekends only
 
Qualified to teach the following courses:
  • Anatomy & Physiology
  • Aromatherapy
  • Business and Ethics for Body workers
  • Chair Massage
  • Deep Tissue Massage
  • Feng Shui
  • Herbal Medicine
  • Holistic Medicine
  • Holistic Nutrition
  • Kinesiology
  • Lymphatic Massage
  • Meditation / Visualization
  • Myofascial Therapy (Trigger Point)
  • Myology
  • Pregnancy Massage
  • Reflexology
  • Reiki and Chakra Balancing
  • Shiatsu/Acupressure
  • Spa Modalities including hydrotherapy
  • Sports Massage
  • Swedish Massage
  • Traditional Chinese Medicine
 
 
  $225.00 per level
  
 

 
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The Washington Institute's Holistic Nutrition Program
is approved by the
American Association of Nutritional Consultants
 
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Gain continung education credit
CEU Credit for each Level: 6
 
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 Upon completion certification is provided by the
Washington Institute of Natural Medicine
and the
American Naturopathic and Holistic Association
 
Continuing Education approval by the
American Alternative Medical Association
 
Call to Reserve Your Space!
  
To participate in the class you must call to register and make the necessary payments.
 
Upon payment you will either report to our host site in Silver Spring, Maryland or you can participate through
Live On-line attendance with Adobe Connect.

 
If you participate through live on-line attendance our office will send you a link to Adobe Connect approximately 24 hours before the class.

 

 
Upon registering for the class let our representative know that you wish to attend On-line. At that time we will give your information to the instructor. The instructor will prepare for your attendance and will send you hand-outs by email. On site students will receive hand-outs at the time of their arrival to the class.
  
Class Location:
  
Washington Institute of Natural Medicine
Within Potomac Massage Training Institute
8380 Colesville Rd. Suite 600
Silver Spring, MD 20910
 
Call to Register:
(301) 538-9650, (202) 686-8202