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Jewels of Life - Massage and Energy Therapy Certification Program
For Equines, Canines, and Wild Animals

Jewels of Life
1700 N Crestwood Ct #1718
Royal Palm Beach, Fl 33411
Office: (609) 304-1123

Who is Jewels of Life?

There are gems within all of us that enrich our lives and the lives of those around us. Jewels of Life is committed to providing interdisciplinary training and guidance during your journey to discover and explore each one.

Animal Kneads is a wondrous extension into our animal kingdom through a connection and partnership with horses, dogs and wild animals. When our expressions or desires become challenging, the animals have an unconditional way of fulfilling our kneads.

Certification Program

The Jewels of Life Certification Program trains you with a comprehensive collection of massage techniques and Eastern philosophy energy therapies to begin mastering the art of correlative healing between people and animals. The 6 month program is a combination of classroom learning, hands-on-training , and clinical/apprenticeship hours that can be completed in 6 months — 1 year.

A group of up to twelve (12) participants will attend training sessions, one weekend (sat/sun) per month for 6 months. Students will complete the clinical/apprenticeship hours in between trainings, in addition to assigned reading and practice exercises from the monthly training sessions. This multi-dimensional program will guide you toward a unique training experience, combining Eastern/Western philosophy with synergistic human/animal healing modalities.

Program Dates

Training sessions are held in NJ, PA, MD, VA and FL. You will experience both domestic and wild animals, including horses, dogs, wolves, exotic cats, and birds of prey. You will be responsible for travel and expenses to the farms or sanctuaries where the training sessions are held. A healthy lunch and snacks will be provided during the weekend sessions. Locations will be chosen based on weather and each group of participants. Dates are subject to change based on weather and travel.

Weekend I: June 10-11, 2006
Harrisburg, PA and Trexlertown Animal Sanctuary, PA
Weekend II: July 15 - 16, 2006
Saratoga, NY
Weekend III: August 19-20, 2006
Saylorsburg, PA and Lakota Wolf Preserve, Columbia, NJ
Weekend IV: Sept 16 - 17, 2006
Southern New Jersey and Cedar Run Animal Refuge, Medford, NJ
Weekend V: Oct 21 - 22, 2006
Meadowbrook Stables, Chevy Chase, MD
Weekend VI: Nov 11 - 12, 2006
Harrisburg and Auburn, PA

Next Certification Program starts June 10 and 11, 2006. Please, email for registration and questions.

Clinical/Apprenticeship hours are completed and recorded in between training sessions. Each student is required to create an artistic journal/notebook to organize all materials, training notes, and clinical hours. (specs will be given at the first class)

Each participant is responsible for establishing a network of barns, sanctuaries, and/or kennels near your home to use for practice. Jewels of Life will gladly assist you by providing professional credentials, references or curriculum guidelines to any place needing more information.

Certification/Number of Hours

This is a 450 hour course, equivalent to an 18 credit masters level college course. Beginning this program requires each participant to complete the letter of intention and personal commitment. Classroom training accounts for 100 hours, clinical/apprenticeship hours are a minimum of 350 hours.

Certificates are presented based on the written and oral final exams and review of the journal/notebook.

Tuition Payment Plans

The tuition is $1200 (USD) for the entire program and supplemental materials. Participants must provide their own transportation, room, and board where necessary. The tuition may be paid in installments by check, VISA, MC, DISC, or AMEX according to the following schedule.

$300 non-refundable deposit upon receipt of Personal Commitment form The balance may be paid by one of the plans listed below:

Plan I: $150/month by the first of each month
Plan II: 3 payments of $300 by Class 1, Class 3 and Class 5
Plan III: Save $100Pay the full amount due less the deposit on or before December 10, 2005 (total paid = $1100)

Personal Commitment and Letter of Intention

I have given careful thought as to the high degree of time, energetic, emotional, mental, and economic commitment that this program requires. In addition to the weekend training sessions, I am prepared to explore all outside reading and clinical hours with passionate depth, focused intention, and humble integrity. Should the intensity of the work bring my own issues to the surface, I promise to reach out and communicate with my mentor, fellow participants and /or someone of professional expertise who can help identify triggers or behavior patterns that would compromise my commitment to myself or this program.

I am coming to this program with a level of maturity that allows me to be open to integrating the gifts of both worlds: learning to ground intuitive, empathic, and universal insights into everyday reality and learning to relate to others in an authentic community.

I understand that we will be exploring our ability to connect with animals on multiple levels and within different dimensions. I am committed to learning the holistic/alternative techniques that this program offers with an open mind and high level of enthusiasm.

I am aware that animals have the ability to mirror hidden emotions, physical dysfunctions, and human incongruities. I commit to learning how to handle this information when clients are present and separating what may pertain to me. There is a fine line between being real and being professional.

I am committed to seeking outside experiences and maintaining a level of fitness and good health to meet the rigorous demands of this program.

Signature___________________________________________________ Date________________________

Letter of Intention

To complete your registration, a letter of Intention must be included with the Personal Commitment and returned to:

Jewels of Life
1700 N Crestwood Ct #1718
Roal Palm Beach, FL 33411

The following information is to be provided in the letter:

Name, address, phone number(s), email address
Indicate your capacity to send/receive emails with attachments via computer on a routine basis (Electronic exchanges are integral to providing professional, personal and logistic support)
List ALL skills, training and prior degrees that have lead you to choosing this program
Indicate all previous and present connections to animals
Indicate the state of your mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual health
List barns, preserves, sanctuaries, or places that you will be using to log your clinical hours after each training session. Please provide a contact name, number, and address. Your journal will require a signature from an outside person and Jewels of Life will make contact about the program you are involved with in case the facility has any questions.

Answer the following three questions:

Who did you want to be as a child? (fantasy characters, superhero, real life role model)
How have your past and present life experiences influenced your relationship with people and animals?
What are your current life priorities and what do you see as your lifes purpose?

Contact Information

Jewels of Life
1700 N Crestwood Ct #1718
Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411
Office: (609) 304-1123
www.JewelsofLife.com

Susan E. Holowchak

CMT, CESMT, CSMT, Ex. Physiologist;
Doctoral studies-Chinese Medical QiGong
Specialist — Myofascial Release, Eastern Bodywork/Energy Techniques, Clinical Applications of therapeutic essential oils For People, Horses, Dogs, and Wild Animals Rescue Animal Relief

Jewels of Life - Massage and Energy Therapy Certification ProgramFor Equines, Canines, and Wild Animals