(Three year full-time program or part-time equivalent)

* these subjects are required to be completed for the Adv. Dip. they are not required for the Cert IV or the Dip. It is important to note that some are pre-requisites for other subjects following.

YEAR ONE - SEMESTER ONE

FLOWER ESSENCE MIND – BODY MEDICINE (FEM 101)
(module previously called Healing Pathways)

This module presents the Mind-Body Medicine of Flower Essence Therapy and Colour (Chroma) Therapy through the therapeutic qualities of 88 flowers. Flower Essence Therapy’s oldest known tradition is the South West Australian Aboriginal Bibulmun tradition which goes back to the global ice age (of 10 to 15 thousand years ago) and there are other historical and modern traditions in other lands. Each flower property epitomises a positive response to a common difficulty and enables analysis of the role attitudes play in creating both patterns of behaviour and an individual’s everyday realities. The 88 scenarios also offer a platform to discuss the common, personal mind/physical problems as they are presented in the clinical situation as well as the difficulties arising when a person is communicating such problems to the therapist. Also included in this section are Mind-Body Medicines used on Traditional Chinese acu points for common problems such as stress, pain, energy loss, nausea fainting and sleeplessness caused by worry.

PATHWAYS FOR MENTAL WELL BEING (PMW 101)
(module previously called Happiness and Health, Psychology of Self)

The course starts by defining the holistic perspective incorporating Western, Eastern and Indigenous sciences in the planetary knowledge-bank and health outcomes of the present day state of human health. The continuing health crisis, equalled by increasing medical interventions in both physical and mental health, begs the question; What is driving all these health outcomes and can anything be done? In this module Happiness is studied as both motivation and energy source. Why do genuinely happy people have more energy and better physical and mental health outcomes? Why aren’t these people likely to suffer from Chronic Fatigue Syndrome or become addicted to legal or illegal drugs? To answer such questions the Happiness Diary and Archetypal behaviours are studied as therapeutic assessment tools, revealing how happiness goals as a parent, a lover, son, daughter, colleague or individual seeking self-development motivate the behaviours behind the health statistics.

LAW AND ETHICS (LAW302)

A course focussed on Natural therapists, Australian law and how to run and manage a professional practice.

CHEMISTRY

The Chemistry Bridging Course is for those students who need to do the chemistry module and have not successfully completed Year 12 or similar level chemistry. On completion of the module, the student should be able to demonstrate knowledge and an understanding of basic scientifi c concepts, principles and theories.

LiFE NUTRITION 1 (LNU102)

Nutritious food could be described as; a simple and straight forward phenomena of the physical dimension of life; patterns of atoms and molecules forming chemical substances which, when ingested, interface with the systems of a life-form which can process them to maintain and promote its vitality and its genetically pre-determined functional existence. However, as human beings, our relationship to foods we need or desire, and our consciously and subconsciously motivated choices of foods, are the actual driving forces behind our final act of ingestion. To understand human nutrition holistically we will have to take into account the holistic aspects of humans and the foods they choose to ingest, this module explores these issues and many more.

YEAR ONE - SEMESTER TWO

ASSESSMENT AND TREATMENT SOLUTIONS FOR THE SUBCONSCIOUS (ATS 102)
(module previously called Diagnostic Keys to the Subconscious, Dynamic Life Counselling)

A number of dynamic assessment tools are presented in this module, which penetrate beneath the conscious mind to the subconscious patterning beneath. In this subconscious layer of mind lie the impression of events on the individual consciousness and attitudes towards the event and any future similar events. These Survival and Wisdom Concepts are revealed by using this module’s assessments techniques along with the opportunities for healing and growth through the application of Mind-Body Medicines. The holistic counselling aspect helps in identifying health and well being goals and which states of mind can enhance or hinder attaining these goals. Baths, sprays and oral doses of Flower Essence Therapy are presented along with meditations to enhance therapy in between counselling sessions and the therapist’s own personal development.

CLINIC TECHNIQUES (CLN201)

Clinical practice offers you the opportunity to practice and demonstrate your skills and the knowledge you have gained from your units of study at the LiFE Academy in a live setting under supervision from Academy staff who are selected from therapists whose practice has an excellent reputation in the community. One of the most important skills to develop in clinic is effectively communicating with clients. This includes listening and continually developing empathy. Clinic studies help you gain confidence and help you integrate learnt skills and their application to your clients.

ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY 1 (AAP102)

The anatomy and physiology modules are designed to take students who have no prior knowledge of the human body through to a competent level of understanding. Extensive study is carried out on all of the body systems,including structure and function.

BIOCHEMISTRY

This module provides the student with a basic knowledge of the principles of science that is required as a foundation for modern natural therapies. They will develop an understanding of the chemical processes involved with cells, enzymes, lipids, proteins etc. and the infl uences of physiological mechanisms.

ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY 2 (AAP102)

The anatomy and physiology modules are designed to take students who have no prior knowledge of the human body through to a competent level of understanding. Extensive study is carried out on all of the body systems,including structure and function.

YEAR TWO - SEMESTER ONE

LAWS OF RELATIONSHIPS (LOR201)
(module previously called Laws of Relationships 1, Laws of Relationships 2)

Human beings generally describe their well being in terms of their own goals and the quality of their relationships with others. All relationships are unique in their problems and solutions to those problems and yet they also display common structures and operating dynamics. This module presents the common forces affecting one on one and group dynamics to find out why we form bonds with others and what factors will influence the outcome of those bonds for the individuals involved. Each individual’s evolutionary pathway and personal happiness goals are crucial elements in understanding the holistic picture of human relations.

NUTRITION 1 (NUT101)

The nutrition modules are important as they integrate with many of the medical science modalities ensuring that the learner has a firm basis of understanding of all aspects and needs of the human body and its performance.

QUANTUM UNIVERSE (QPH102)

What was once invisible and unthinkable has many times over the past two hundred years been found to be real. This module is an introduction to the basic principals of Quantum Physics by presenting remarkable discoveries and the way in which the seemingly invisible Universe has become theoretically and sometimes practically visible to modern science. The family of minute members is revealed in layers of a multi dimensional universe, all bound to reality by the precision of a mathematician but first imagined by great minds of the nineteenth and twentieth century.

CLINICAL MEDICINE 1 (CLM201)

Here the direct physical causes of disease are investigated. Extensive study is undertaken into the pathology of diseases. Major emphasis is placed on ability to recognise signs and symptoms involved with many common diseases. Consequently, students study infections, genetic and hereditary problems, infl ammations, general disorders and their origins as well as sterilisation and infection control. Information is then correlated to the treatment of various disorders according to natural and conventional medicine.

COUNSELLING 1 (CNS201)

This subject develops the learner’s ability to communicate with, and effectively counsel their clients in, the conventional approach. It involves the development of verbal and nonverbal communication, crisis management and confl ict resolution. Students are able to understand questioning techniques which will be used during patient consultation. The counselling aspect focusses on the basic origin and effects of emotions, along with the stimulus of behaviour and the basic aspects of personality.

STUDENT CLINIC (CLN201)

Clinical practice offers you the opportunity to practice and demonstrate your skills and the knowledge you have gained from your units of study at the LiFE Academy in a live setting under supervision from Academy staff who are selected from therapists whose practice has an excellent reputation in the community. One of the most important skills to develop in clinic is effectively communicating with clients. This includes listening and continually developing empathy. Clinic studies help you gain confidence and help you integrate learnt skills and their application to your clients.

YEAR TWO - SEMESTER TWO

RELATIONSHIP DYNAMICS AND THE MIND-BODY INTERFACE (RD202)
(module previously called Laws of Relationships 3, Mind - Body Interface)

This module explores the choices of attitudes and actions a person has within a relationship bond, as well as the intended or unintended outcomes of those choices. The roles of attitudes like empathy, self empathy, appreciation and self importance seem to inevitably steer a relationship on its course or final destination. Preconceived ideas and set behavioural patterns are further discussed in the framework of the Nine Relationship Psychologies which are aligned to the meditative attunement exercises given in this part of the course. The student learns how to enable a person to break free of automatic responses to people and situations, as well as understanding the nature of telepathic rapport and how we attract into our life the relationships that define either our happiness or lack of fulfilment. The final section is the definitive science of the Chakras and their mind processing points, the Vrttis which connect internal mind to the external world and the physical body.

NUTRITION 2 (NUT102)

The nutrition modules are important as they integrate with many of the medical science modalities ensuring that the learner has a firm basis of understanding of all aspects and needs of the human body and its performance.

CLINICAL MEDICINE 2 (CLM202)

Here the direct physical causes of disease are investigated. Extensive study is undertaken into the pathology of diseases. Major emphasis is placed on ability to recognise signs and symptoms involved with many common diseases. Consequently, students study infections, genetic and hereditary problems, infl ammations, general disorders and their origins as well as sterilisation and infection control. Information is then correlated to the treatment of various disorders according to natural and conventional medicine.

ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY 3 (AAP201)

The anatomy and physiology modules are designed to take students who have no prior knowledge of the human body through to a competent level of understanding. Extensive study is carried out on all of the body systems,including structure and function.

COUNSELLING 2 (CNS202)

This subject further develops the learner’s ability to communicate with, and effectively counsel their clients in, the conventional approach. It involves the development of verbal and nonverbal communication, crisis management and conflict resolution. Students are able to understand questioning techniques which will be used during patient consultation. The counselling aspect focusses on the basic origin and effects of emotions, along with the stimulus of behaviour and the basic aspects of personality.

STUDENT CLINIC (CLN201)

Clinical practice offers you the opportunity to practice and demonstrate your skills and the knowledge you have gained from your units of study at the LiFE Academy in a live setting under supervision from Academy staff who are selected from therapists whose practice has an excellent reputation in the community. One of the most important skills to develop in clinic is effectively communicating with clients. This includes listening and continually developing empathy. Clinic studies help you gain confidence and help you integrate learnt skills and their application to your clients.

YEAR THREE - SEMESTER ONE

MIND IN MERIDIANS (MIM302)
(module previously called Mind in Meridians 1,2,3)

The science of acupuncture is based on the theory of Qi and the metaphysical energy channels that run throughout the body supplying cells, functions and organs with vital force. The depletion or over stimulation of these channels is seen as the fertile cause for disease or disability. Imagine the organs of the body as factories that manufacture and supply essential commodities for society. Continually apply too much energy to the power grid and at best the electrical equipment within the factory will start to fail, the worst scenario being complete power failure. Apply too little energy to its power grid and the factory will be unable to meet its own energy needs or commitments to supply essential commodities. Mental attitudes and emotional reactions are energy producing or energy draining. Depression for example, is obviously energy draining whereas love is energy producing.

A multitude of mental attitudes and emotional reactions affect the Qi at different acupuncture points and meridians. The topical application of flower essences has numerous benefits to problems of Qi, providing fast effective relief for acute physical and mental/emotional ailments. It is particularly advantageous when used in medical environments such as hospitals that often prohibit the ingestion of natural remedies. It has proven to be invaluable therapy for body workers, acupuncturists, naturopaths and massage therapists.

The cosmology and qualities of Vital Force are outlined in both a macro (universal) and micro (individual human) context before each of the 14 major Meridians of the human structure are studied individually and in depth from a psychological perspective. Diagnosis consists of both observation/assessment of mind/body symptoms plus advanced Body Scanning and Therapist Attunement Techniques. The practical aspect of work with Meridians includes knowledge of the pathway of the Meridians and how to find it when utilising them for diagnosis.

NUTRITIONAL BIOCHEMISTRY

The nutrition modules are important as they integrate with many of the medical science modalities ensuring that the learner has a firm basis of understanding of all aspects and needs of the human body and its performance.

CLINICAL MEDICINE 3 (CLM301)

Here the direct physical causes of disease are investigated. Extensive study is undertaken into the pathology of diseases. Major emphasis is placed on ability to recognise signs and symptoms involved with many common diseases. Consequently, students study infections, genetic and hereditary problems, infl ammations, general disorders and their origins as well as sterilisation and infection control. Information is then correlated to the treatment of various disorders according to natural and conventional medicine.

GENETICS (GEN301)

This module encompasses an introduction to the basic principles of genetics with a molecular emphasis. Bacterial, plant and animal cells, chromosomal basis of heredity, chromosomal structure, chemical nature of the gene and genetic code will be presented to lay a foundation to understanding the effects of genetic messages in the human organism. Changes in genetic structures and the forces that yield those changes will be discussed in the context of health and disease.

STUDENT CLINIC (CLN201)

Clinical practice offers you the opportunity to practice and demonstrate your skills and the knowledge you have gained from your units of study at the LiFE Academy in a live setting under supervision from Academy staff who are selected from therapists whose practice has an excellent reputation in the community. One of the most important skills to develop in clinic is effectively communicating with clients. This includes listening and continually developing empathy. Clinic studies help you gain confidence and help you integrate learnt skills and their application to your clients.

RESEARCH METHODOLOGY/THESIS (RMT301)

The formal presentation of the student thesis for the Advanced Diploma. Includes actual work on the project which involves discussions with, and the guidance of, mentors and lecturers.

YEAR THREE - SEMESTER TWO

CHAKRA MERIDIAN INTERFACE (CKMI302)
(module previously called Archetypal Mind and Genetic Patterning)

In this module the yogic science of Pranah, Chakras and Vrttis and the traditional Chinese science of the Qi, Meridians and Acu-points is presented together to show their influence on and connection to each other in the subtle human anatomy. Both systems, when understood, offer an insight into the way the mind governs an individual’s vitality, health and well being. This module is directly related to the Mind in Meridians and Mind-Body Interface Modules, where the psychology of the Meridians and Chakras are studied individually. Practical workshopping in this module enables the student to integrate all the assessment and therapeutic techniques into a dynamic whole.

LIFE NUTRITION 2 (LNU201)

This module continues from Life Nutrition One helping the student to assess the intrinsic motivations of a person’s inner life that impacts on food habits. How to assess the internal factors hampering change and improvement in nutrition, the roles of states of mind on nutrition in therapy. Further to this students will begin to understand how to encourage a person to empower themselves in their holistic sourcing and growing of food and engender an aware and practical connection to the living world from where food and nutrition comes.

CLINICAL MEDICINE 4 (CLM302)

Here the direct physical causes of disease are investigated. Extensive study is undertaken into the pathology of diseases. Major emphasis is placed on ability to recognise signs and symptoms involved with many common diseases. Consequently, students study infections, genetic and hereditary problems, infl ammations, general disorders and their origins as well as sterilisation and infection control. Information is then correlated to the treatment of various disorders according to natural and conventional medicine.

STUDENT CLINIC (CLN201)

Clinical practice offers you the opportunity to practice and demonstrate your skills and the knowledge you have gained from your units of study at the LiFE Academy in a live setting under supervision from Academy staff who are selected from therapists whose practice has an excellent reputation in the community. One of the most important skills to develop in clinic is effectively communicating with clients. This includes listening and continually developing empathy. Clinic studies help you gain confidence and help you integrate learnt skills and their application to your clients.

DISSERTATION/THESIS (DIS302)

The formal presentation of the student thesis for the Advanced Diploma. Includes actual work on the project which involves discussions with, and the guidance of, mentors and lecturers.

THE FUTURE OF HEALTH AND HEALTH THERAPIES

The student participates in a conference (online or in person) debating the health issues of our time with other students and experts in the field of health. The student explores community and global health issues, identifying past patterns, present needs and probable future developments.