DIAMOND LIGHT SCHOOL OF MASSAGE & HEALING ARTS


100 Sacramento Avenue
San Anselmo, California
MAILING ADDRESS
P.O. BOX 2110
San Anselmo, California, 94979
Phone (415)454-6651
www.diamondlight.net

SCHOOL CATALOG
JANUARY-DECEMBER 2013

 

DIAMOND LIGHT, SCHOOL OF MASSAGE & HEALING ARTS, California, is a private
institution and is approved to operate at 100 Sacramento Avenue in San Anselmo by the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education


Diamond Light School of Massage & Healing Arts mission is to teach students the art
and science of therapeutic massage & bodywork.


We offer the following 5 courses of study with the following learning objectives~


Massage Therapy Course
Course Objective: Students will learn the theory and practice of therapeutic massage.

Graduates are qualified to give a complete therapeutic massage, have a basic
understanding of anatomy and understand the skills necessary to begin a private
massage practice. Education includes lecture, discussion, demonstration and practice.


Advanced Bodywork Therapy Course
Course Objective: Students will become proficient in advanced deep and subtle
massage, bodywork and healing techniques, master the understanding of anatomy and increase their skill to the professional level. They will learn ethic and business skills.
They will be qualified to apply for certification as a Massage Practitioner and will have
met the CAMTC course requirements for certification as a massage practitioner in
California. Education includes lecture, discussion, demonstration and practice.


Professional Bodywork Therapy Course
Course Objective: Students will become proficient in a wide variety of bodywork and
healing techniques in the massage therapy field. They will meet the requirements for
certification as a Massage Therapist in California and the requirements to sit for the
National Certification exam.


Asian Bodywork Therapies
Course Objective: Students will become proficient in Shiatsu and Thai Massage, learn
the theories and cultural context of these systems and be able to give a complete full
body Shiatsu and Thai Massage on both a tradition mat and on a massage table.
Education includes lecture, discussion, demonstration and practice.


Energetic Healing Course
Course Objective: Students will learn the theory and practice of a variety of subtle
Energetic Healing techniques and learn to integrate them into a professional healing
session. At the end of the course, students will be proficient in Reiki and CranioSacral
Therapy protocols and well as have the ability to create subtle healing sessions from the multitude of tools gathered in this course. Education includes lecture, discussion,
demonstration and practice.


Any questions a student may have regarding this catalog that have not been
satisfactorily answered by the institution may be directed to the
Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education at
2535 Capitol Oaks Drive, Suite 400, Sacramento, CA 95833,
www.bppe.ca.gov, toll free number (888) 370-7589 or fax (916) 263--1897

As a prospective student, you are encouraged to review this catalog prior to signing an enrollment agreement. You are also encouraged to review the School Performance Fact Sheet, which must be provided to you prior to signing an enrollment agreement.
Catalog is updated annually.
A student or any member of the public may file a complaint about this institution with the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education by calling (888) 370-7589 or by
completing a complaint form, which can be obtained on the bureau's Internet Web site www.bppe.ca.gov.


School Information
Classes are held at 100 Sacramento Avenue in San Anselmo Our school is a beautiful
large building with a large main studio with hardwood floors, 2 smaller carpeted rooms, a full kitchen and 2 bathrooms. There is a large parking lot on the premises.
This institution, the facilities it occupies, and the equipment it utilizes, fully comply with any and all federal, state, and local ordinances and regulations, including those
requirements as to fire safety, building safety, and health. Maximum occupancy: 50
Prospective enrollees are encouraged to visit the facility and to discuss personal
educational and occupational plans with school personnel prior to enrolling or signing
enrollment agreements. The school currently does not have available sponsored
programs, government or otherwise, to provide grants or pay portions of tuition & fees.
The school does not have any dormitory facilities nor does it provide any type of
housing for students.
The school has a small library.
Additionally students are given a list of required reading materials and purchase them outside of class. Certain manuals and books are available for purchase inside of class. Used books are made available to students when possible.


Enrollment Requirements
A. Students may enroll any time during the period beginning one month prior to the
start of classes and ending after the first week of classes. Students enrolling after
classes have begun must make arrangements to receive missed material.
B. There are no prerequisites for enrollment. However, students should be in good
physical health and able to speak and understand English. This institution does not
provide English as a second language instruction.
All classes are taught in English and students must be proficient in English to enroll in
our programs.
This school may grant "classroom hour" credit for previous education that is similar to classes offered at the school. Prior experience must be from an approved institution and acceptance is subject to the discretion of the Director.
The school does not offer offer visa services nor vouchers of student status for
international students.
The school does not offer distance learning.


Attendance Policy
Students are expected to attended classes as scheduled as they would be expected to be present for work. Unexcused absences and tardiness will be recorded.
Extreme tardiness (more than 1/2 hour late) will be counted as an absence for that
class.
Students failing to maintain satisfactory attendance will be counseled by the
administrator. If attendance fails to improve, the student may be denied Certification of Completion until they can arrange to satisfactorily demonstrate proficiency of the
material missed. Highly excessive absence (more than 25% of classroom hours
missed) without a valid excuse may be cause for dismissal.
Students may arrange to make up work missed due to absence by meeting outside of class with other students, by arranging a private meeting with the instructor (at an
additional fee) , or by attending the missed class in a subsequent training. Students
having been absent are responsible for study material covered during the session(s)
missed.

Leave of Absence Policy:
Students may take a leave of absence and resume class within three years with no
penalty. After three years, previous class time is forfeited and the student must begin the program again.

Progress / Grading System:
Each student will be graded complete or incomplete for each subject in the course
outline. Each student must receive a "complete" in each subject before they can
receive their Certificate of Completion. Students making unsatisfactory progress must
repeat class work until they can earn a "complete" grade for that class work.
All students are evaluated for achievement with a practical exam at the conclusion of
each subject module. A passing grade must be awarded by the instructor in this exam to receive credit for the class.

Student Conduct
At the discretion of the school administration, a student may be dismissed from school for serious incident or repeated incident of intoxicated or drugged state of behavior, possession of drugs or alcohol on school premises, possession of weapons on school premises, behavior creating a safety hazard to other persons at school, disobedient or disrespectful behavior to other students, an administrator, or faculty member, or any other stated or determined infraction of conduct.

Employment
This school will provide instruction and suggestions in finding employment and any
vacancies in the field will be made known to students. However, the school provides no actual formal placement assistance nor can it guarantee employment.

Records Retention
Enrollees are advised and cautioned that state law requires this educational institution to maintain school and student records for only a five year period.

Financial Aid
The school does not participate in federal or state financial aid programs.
If a students obtains a loan, the student will have to repay the full amount of the loan plus interest, less the amount of any refund.

NOTICE CONCERNING TRANSFERABILITY OF CREDITS AND CREDENTIALS
EARNED AT OUR INSTITUTION

The transferability of credits you earn at Diamond Light School of Massage & Healing
Arts is at the complete discretion of an institution to which you might seek to transfer.
Acceptance of the certificate you earn is also at the complete
discretion of an institution to which you might seek to transfer. If the credits or certificate that you earn at this institution are not accepted at the institution to which you seek to transfer, you may be required to repeat some of your coursework at that institution. For this reason you should make certain that your attendance at this institution will meet your educational goals. This may include contacting an institution to which you seek to transfer after attending Diamond Light School of Massage & Healing Arts to determine if your credits or certificate will transfer
Diamond Light School of Massage & Healing Arts has not entered into any articulation
or transfer agreement with any other school, college or university.

Course Information
Course Title: Professional Bodywork Therapist Certification
Course Length : 513 hours Class size: 10-20 students
Course Objective: Students will learn the theory and practice of a variety of
therapeutic massage techniques to qualify them to enter the field as professional
Massage Therapists with a wide range of skill and abilities, Included all classes listed
below in the subject descriptions section
Course Content:
A- 322 hours
Massage Techniques Including~All Modalities listed below
B- 50 hours -Business, Hygiene, Health and Ethics
C - 141 hours - Anatomy, Physiology
Charges $8795

Course Title: Advanced Bodywork Therapist Certification
Course Length : 250 hours Class size: 10-20 students
Course Objective: Students will learn the theory and practice of a variety of
therapeutic massage. techniques to qualify them to enter the field as professional
Massage Therapist with a wide range of skill and abilities.
Students may chose 250 hours worth of classes from all the subjects we offer
Course Content:
A- 100 hours Massage Techniques- theory, assessment and application of basic
Massage Techniques
B - 125 hours Anatomy, Physiology Kinesiology, Pathology , Business and Ethics
Charges $4600

Course Title: Energetic Healing Certification
Course Length : 100 hours Class size: 6- 10 students
Healing, Meditation & Energy Principles, Silent Meditation Retreat
Course Objective: Students will learn the theory and practice of a variety of subtle
Energetic Healing techniques and learn to integrate them into a professional healing
session. At the end of the course, students will be proficient in Reiki and CranioSacral
Therapy protocols and well as have the ability to create subtle healing sessions from the hmultitude of tools gathered in this course. Education includes lecture, discussion,
demonstration and practice.
Course Content- CranioSacral Therapy, Reiki, Advanced Meditation and Energy
Charges $1695

Course Title: Asian Bodywork Therapies
Course Length : 100 hours Class size: 6- 10 students
Course Objective: Students will become proficient in Shiatsu and Thai Massage, learn
the theories and cultural context of these systems and be able to give a complete full
body Shiatsu and Thai Massage on both a tradition mat and on a massage table.
Course Content-Thai Massage, Shiatsu, Table Shiatsu
Charges $1450

 

Subject Descriptions
Deep Tissue Massage
Learn Deep Tissue Massage techniques specifically designed to release
the core patterns underlying chronic structural tension. Master strokes
and strategies to work deeply and effectively in common problem areas
without strain. In depth study of Anatomy is included.

Chair Massage
Learn to give an effective chair massage integrating Swedish,
Acupressure and Deep Pressure techniques. Chair massage provides a
increased realm of opportunity to offer your services, enabling you to
attract new clients while generating lucrative income.

Blended Modalities
Learn more complex and detailed massage strokes designed to deepen
the effectiveness of your work in common problem areas in the body.
Master the use of forearms, elbows and body weight to expand your
repertoire of skill. Safely achieve powerful results for your clients while
protecting your own body. You will learn a broad variety of advanced
strokes from various modalities.

Massage Essentials
Learn to perform an integrative blend of Swedish effleurage, friction,
rocking, trigger points and acupressure techniques, culminating in a
masterful full body massage.
Focus on specific problem areas while cultivating the ability to discern the
perfect depth of pressure. Dana shares her immense knowledge of the
body in a way that is easily accessible for all levels of student.

Cranio-Sacral Therapy
Cranio-sacral Therapy consists of gentle, hands-on techniques to address
the restrictions that impede the balanced functioning of the cranio-sacral
system. Cranio-sacral Therapy promotes the circulation of cerebral spinal
fluid (CSF) in the cranium and the spine, positively influencing the central
nervous system, which plays a vital role in every aspect of life.

Myofascial Release
Myofascial Release is a gentle yet profoundly powerful bodywork
technique for resolving pain and restriction of motion in the body. Learn
how to detect and release fascial adhesions that that are often the cause
of chronic pain that does not respond to other forms of massage.

NeuroMuscular Therapy
Neuromuscular therapy is a comprehensive approach to soft tissue
manipulation that consists of alternating levels of concentrated pressure
on the areas of muscle spasm. Also known as Trigger Point Release, it is
widely recognized as one of the most effective techniques for alleviating
pain due to soft tissue imbalance or injury. This class will teach you a
variety of treatment protocols for addressing specific common conditions
and dramatically increase your effectiveness in working with soft tissue
dysfunction, pain and injuries.

Anatomy
Expand, review and deepen your understanding of structural anatomy.
Class includes detailed, systematic review of names, location and
function of muscles and bones, as well as review of standard anatomical
terminology.

Shiatsu
Shiatsu is a traditional Asian bodywork system that promotes relaxation
and healing by encouraging the unimpeded flow of energy through the 14
energy channels in the body. Learn a flowing full body Shiatsu sequence
that utilizes these channels (meridians) to restore health and balance to
the body/mind.

Meditation & Energy Healing
Journey deeply into the spiritual/energetic dimensions of healing. Explore
a variety of traditional and innovative meditation and hands on healing
techniques designed to catalyze and accelerate profound inner
transformation.

Table Shiatsu
Learn to perform a one hour Shiatsu sequence, including pressure points
and mobilizations, on a low massage table, enabling you to blend this
deeply therapeutic bodywork sequence into any table based bodywork
modality.

Thai Massage
Rooted in Ayurvedic, Yogic and Buddhist traditions, Thai massage utilizes
gentle rocking, stretching and rhythmic acupressure to deeply open, relax
and invigorate the body. It increases range of motion and has a profound
and unique healing effect on the recipient.

Reiki Certification
Reiki is a gentle hands on healing technique that helps restore the body
to its natural state of balance while harmonizing the physical, emotional
and spiritual aspects of the recipient.

Hot Stone Massage
Learn to utilize powerful hot and cool stone massage techniques in
conjunction with Swedish and Deep Tissue Massage. Hot Stone Massage
releases tension, accelerates healing, increases circulation and allows
you to work deeply with minimum effort.

Ergonomics for Massage Therapists
Proper posture and good body mechanics are essential to maintaining
energy and muscle integrity while giving massage. In this class you will
learn techniques that will not only improve your posture during massage,
but enable you to work more effortlessly, maintain stamina, prevent carpal
tunnel and massage related injury.

Advanced Neck Work
Deepen your understanding and ability to work effectively and safely with
the complex system of the neck. In this class you will exponentially
expand your comfort level with neck work and learn release techniques to
address both superficial and deep structure of the neck.


Retreat
At Diamond Light we recognize the value of spiritual practice and retreat
as an indispensable component in the development of a seasoned healer.
In an atmosphere of silence, solitude, meditation and healing, we will
engage in a variety of intensive and ecstatic practices designed to free us
from our habitual constrictions of identity,enabling us to to more
effectively serve our highest purpose.

Instructors:
Vajra Matusow, MA, CMT. has over 30 years of experience practicing and teaching
bodywork and healing. She has a Masters Degree in Somatic Psychology and a CMT
from the New School of Massage. She is the Founding Director of Diamond Light and
has been the primary instructor since 1987.

Venus Marie Elyse L.Ac., MS, CMT, is a licensed acupuncturist and massage
therapist. She teaches basic and advanced Anatomy, Acupressure, Blended Massage
Modalities and Business Skills. She is committed to presenting the study of anatomy
and business in a way that is painless, fascinating, fun and easy to integrate into your
work.

Kevin Bashir Cates, CMT, is a Reiki teacher, bodyworker and Sound Healer who
blends 35 years of musical experience with ongoing exploration into the
transformational potential of vocal and instrumental sound. He has been a Reiki Master and teacher for over 20 years and a sound healer all his life. His specialty is in using sound healing, Reiki and subtle energy awareness to catalyze physical, emotional and spiritual expansion and healing.

Heatherly Stankey, CMT, is a compassionate, inspiring instructor, bringing passion,
skill, sensitivity and a wide range of teaching experience to her Hot Stone Massage
classes. She specializes in accelerated learning techniques and uses visual, auditory
and a hands on approach to help students integrate their learning. She encourages
students to work smarter, not harder by using hot stones as massage tools.

Ruben Rocha, CMT, has provided on-site chair massage for corporate clients
throughout Marin County for many years and currently manages the Chair Massage
booth at Elephant Pharmacy and maintains a private massage practice

Tim Holt, CMT, became certified in massage in 1987. Tim teaches Deep Tissue,
Shiatsu and Traditional Thai Massage and maintains a private bodywork practice that
focuses on injury rehabilitation utilizing Deep Tissue techniques from orthopedic, sports and restorative massage modalities as well as a specializing in Shiatsu and Thai Massage. He has lived, studied and practiced bodywork in Thailand and Japan. Tim is among the most experienced and highly respected massage instructors in the Bay Area.

Dana Rose Arevalo, MBW, CMT, is a third generation healer. Her grandmother was a massage therapist and infused in her a sense of trust and healing that sets the tone in her practice and her warm and supportive teaching style. Dana has studied and teaches a wide variety of modalities including Myofascial Release, NMR, Advanced Neck Work, Acupressure and more. She has been in private practice since 1987 and teaching since 1995.

 

CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY FOR TUITION AND OTHER FEES
CANCELLATION : A Student may terminate enrollment in person or by mailing such
notice by Certified Mail. The effective date of cancellation is the date postmarked. Any refunds due will be made by the school within 30 days. The school's refund policy is described below and in the enrollment agreement.Student has the right to cancel the enrollment agreement and obtain a refund of charges paid through attendance at the first class session or the seventh day after enrollment, whichever is later.

NOTICE OF STUDENT RIGHTS:
At the end of the cancellation period you also have the right to stop school at any time and you have the right to receive a refund for the part of the course not taken. If you have lost your contract, ask the school for a copy of the refund policy. See refund policy.
If the school closes before you graduate, you may be entitled to a refund Contact the:
Bureau for Private Postsecondary and Vocational Education
P.O. Box 980818 West Sacramento,CA. 95798-0818

REFUND INFORMATION
The student has a right to a full refund of all charges less the amount of $100.00 for the registration fee if he/she cancels this agreement prior to or on the first day of instruction.
In addition, the student may withdraw from a course after instruction has started a
receive a pro rata refund for the unused portion of tuition and other refundable charges if he/she has completed less that 60% of the course. For example, if the student completes only 30 hours of a 100 hour course, and paid $1,000.00 for tuition, the student would receive a refund of $700.00. Refunds will be paid within 30 days of withdrawal.

STUDENT TUITION RECOVERY FUND
The Student Tuition Recovery Fund (STRF) was established by the Legislature to
protect any California Resident who attends a private post secondary institution from
losing money is he/she prepaid tuition and suffered a financial loss as a result of the
school closing, falling to live up to its enrollment agreements, or refusing to pay a court judgment. To be eligible you must be a California resident, and reside in California at the time the enrollment agreement is signed. Students who are temporarily residing in California for the sole purpose of pursuing an education, specifically those who hold a student visa, are not considered California residents.

To qualify for STRF reimbursement you must file a STRF application within one year of receiving notice from the Bureau that the school is closed. If you do not receive notice from the Bureau you have four years from the date of closure to file a STRF application.
If a judgment is obtained, you must file a STRF application within two years of the final judgment.

It is important that you keep copies of the enrollment agreement, receipts or any other information that documents monies paid to the school. Questions regarding the STRF may be directed to the: Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education at
2535 Capitol Oaks Drive, Suite 400, Sacramento, CA 95833,
www.bppe.ca.gov, toll free number (888) 370-7589 or fax (916) 263--1897

STUDENT COMPLAINT PROCEDURE/
A student may lodge a complaint by communicating orally or in writing to any teacher or administrator. The recipient of the complaint shall transmit it as soon as possible to the person authorized to resolve complaints and shall attempt to resolve complaints related to that persons duty. If a student delivers a complaint and the complaint is not resolved either within a reasonable amount of time or before the student delivers the same complaint again, the institution will advise the student that a complaint must be submitted in writing. If a student submits a complaint in writing the school will within 10 days respond to the complaint. The response will include a summary of the school's investigation and disposition of the complaint, and if the complaint or relief requested by the student is rejected, the reason for the rejection. Persons seeking to resolve problems or complaints should first contact the instructor in charge. Requests for further action should be made to the President/administrator Vajra Matusow. Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education at
2535 Capitol Oaks Drive, Suite 400, Sacramento, CA 95833,
www.bppe.ca.gov, toll free number (888) 370-7589 or fax (916) 263--1897
The school currently does not have nor has ever had a pending petition for bankruptcy.