Yoga
Therapy Rx Certificate Program
LMU Extension, Loyola Marymount University
Course Description
Yoga Therapy Rx is a marriage between Yoga therapy and complementary
medicine. It is designed to train Yoga teachers to be Yoga therapists
and apply classical applications of Yoga for use in clinical settings
to help treat common ailments and conditions.
The Level I course will focus on the musculoskeletal system. Students
will meet one weekend a month for a year and address principles of practice,
anatomy for Yoga teachers, the origin and treatment of common low back,
upper back, knee and hip problems. In addition the course will cover
communication tools for working with doctors including reading reports,
terminology and clinical notes such as S.O.A.P. notes.
The Level II course will be offered the following year and
will focus in the same manner on other systems of the body as outlined
in Yoga Therapy Rx (Broadway Books) written by Larry Payne, Ph.D., and
Richard Usatine, M.D. These systems will include the circulatory, respiratory,
digestive, nervous, reproductive, endocrine systems and newly added weekend on mental health.
The Level III course offers practicum experience in a clinical setting, covering the topics from level I and II. The program offers an immersive clinical experience, taught seminar style with live and standardized patients, and complete interaction with all program participants.
In addition, students will complete take-home case studies, write a
term paper and participate in supervised clinic for musculoskeletal
and other systemic problems.
Participants who complete and pass one or more levels of the course
will be equipped to work with various medical specialists, chiropractors,
osteopaths, and physical therapists. They will also receive a certificate
from Loyola Marymount University and 12 units of Continuing Education
Credit for each level. Click here to go to LMU website
1. Application Form
(Application process is online only. All backup paperwork will have to be either pdf or jpeg and uploaded along with the application.)
2. Three (3) Letters of Recommendation. One from each of the following:
A health professional (any health care professional - doctor, acupuncturist, chiropractor etc.)
A yoga teacher
A
personal contact
All 3 letters of recommendation are requested for character reference, indicative of your ability and competency to take this course.
3. Transcript or similar documentation which demonstrates successful completion of the prerequisite 200-hour teacher training or its equivalent in seminars, workshops, private or supervised group classes.
4. One (1) page Personal Statement explaining your yoga background and goals for this program.
5. Headshot (jpeg)
Please email any questions about the application process, requirements or deadline to yogotherapyrx@samata.com or call 310-306-8845
First
graduating class - Yoga Therapy Rx Level One
Level
One program core staff:
Jamie Shaw, MPT, Larry Payne, CYT, Rick Morris,
D.C., CYT
Testimonials
"The
Yoga Therapy Rx Level I Course at LMU has far surpassed any of my expectations.
I was not prepared for the vast wealth of information and knowledge
that has been imparted thus far. Every one of our guest teachers has
been inspiring, engaging, and authoritative in each respective field.
Your own store of knowledge in the field of Yoga Therapy is always imparted
with your unfailing warmth, caring, and compassion for all."
Heidi
Singh
"Just
wanted to let you know that the Yoga Therapy Rx course has been wonderful.
I already have 4 students who came to my group classes but
needed specific yoga therapy and now are private clients as well. They
are so appreciative to have one on one instruction for specific injuries
and then come to a group class without fear! What is reassuring
is that I am able already to put what we have learned into a professional
setting. It can only get better.?
Maureen Davis
"I
am so grateful to have found you and your program. I will be continuing
on in Level II, I have already found such great benefits from my participation
in your course, not least of all a new found confidence in myself and
validation for my work."
Kathleen
Ross-Allee
"Just
another thanks for the amazing program that you have created the last
two workshops have shifted my practice and teaching in a dramatic way.
I have learned so much, and am thrilled for the journey that lies ahead!"
Erin
Kirk
Yoga Therapy Rx is a marriage between Yoga therapy and complementary medicine. It is designed to train Yoga teachers to be Yoga therapists and apply classical applications of Yoga for use in clinical settings to help treat common ailments and conditions.
The level I course will focus on the musculoskeletal system. Students will meet one weekend a month for a year and address principles of practice, anatomy for yoga teachers, the origin and treatment of common low back, upper back, knee and hip problems. In addition the course will cover communication tools for working with doctors including reading reports and understanding terminology and clinical notes such as S.O.A.P. notes.
Participants who complete and pass the course will be equipped to work with various medical specialists, chiropractors, osteopaths and physical therapists. They will also receive a certificate from Loyola Marymount University and 22 units of continuing education credit.
The optional level II course will be offered the following year and will focus in the same manner on other systems of the body as outlined in Yoga Rx (Broadway Books) written by Larry Payne Ph.D., and Richard Usatine, M.D. These systems will include the circulatory, respiratory, digestive, nervous, reproductive and endocrine systems.
