This alternative medicine school offers three programs in the healing arts, which result in a diploma. The diploma in Professional Master Level Acupuncture requires 2,170 hours of study, which includes courses in biomedicine. This prepares students for their licensure examination and for success in an entry-level career in the field. The Western Massage Therapy program requires 750 hours of study for successful completion. Graduates can take the licensure exam to become a licensed massage therapist and practice as such in the state of Ohio. Chinese Massage Therapy takes 1,052 hours to complete. The Chinese technique of healing massage focuses on the body meridians and acupressure points. This degree path requires study in Chinese medicine, as does the acupuncture program.
American Institute of Alternative Medicine
6685 Doubletree Ave.
Columbus, OH 43229
614-825-6255
www.aiam.edu
This institution offers a wide variety of holistic healing programs including, but not limited to, certifications in clinical aromatherapy, clinical hypnotherapy and clinical reflexology. Not only does the course of study for each of these include both didactic and experiential based classes in the chosen field, but candidates are also trained in business practices and management. Students may choose to delve deeper into the healing arts and work toward a diploma that will allow them to work as a holistic healthcare practitioner. This program combines the three clinical certifications mentioned above with other core courses necessary to be successful in a private holistic healthcare setting. Additional courses are required such as holistic nutrition, kinesiology and herbology. Conventional human anatomy and physiology courses are also a necessity to obtain this diploma. The school offers many continuing education courses and flexible classroom hours for the working student. Financial aid is also available.
Ohio Academy of Holistic Health, Inc.
2380 Bellbrook Ave.
Xenia, OH 45385
937-372-3454
www.oahh.com
The State Board of Career Colleges in North East Ohio chose this to be the one and only school of hypnotism to be granted a license in the area. Hypnotism is a specialization in alternative medicine that focuses on the power of the mind. To become a certified professional hypnotist, a student must successfully complete three segments of study and pass the final certification exam. The graduate can then open up a private practice and legally treat those in need with this respected and effective holistic healing technique.
Personal Growth School of Hypnotherapy
22500 Lakeland Blvd.
Euclid, OH 44132
440-777-1778
www.pghc.net