This course is for professionals or those in the therapy fiels and will provide CEUs for your licensing renewal. The 4 week course for self therapy practice is offered and highlighted on our CLASSES PAGE

Soundbath Relaxation Therapy Training

(CEU Certification Course) 7 weekly classes

This course is perfect for anyone wanting to deliver relaxation sessions in the form of soundbaths as a component of their professional practice. During the course we will be working with Himalayan singing bowls, crystal bowls, tuning forks, drums, chimes and gongs. Therapeutic percussion will be used to bring people gently back from a meditative state.

This course is particularly suited to anyone dipping into therapeutic sound for the first time.

A distance learning option is available for this course.

  • No previous experience needed
  • Easy and comprehensive learning platform
  • Case study 'test' sessions
  • Video recordings & further study materials
  • Recorded learning sessions for case study period
  • Supported by on-going scientific research
  • Taught by a 30 year experienced professional

Payment option available. Contact us for details

Course Contents

  • Exploring our growing body of research as well as neuroscience and the psychology of sound
  • Exploring the ‘sound signature’ of each different instrument and how and why it affects us in certain ways
  • Discovering the application of sound to maximise relaxation Playing techniques for the Himalayan and crystal singing bowls and gong
  • How to write a ‘gongscore’ (a composition for your gongbath)
  • Creating stillness and emotion with your crystal bowls – how each interval affects mind, body and emotions in different ways
  • Transitioning between instruments – enjoying the ‘bridging’ places
  • Musicality, ebb and flow – making your session ‘live’
  • Reflective practice – the 7Rs method of experiential processing – a way to understand ourselves more deeply

Course Modules & Timeline (with distance learning Option)

Equipment Webinar (pre course video intro)

  • Videos and presentations introduce the instruments (Himalayan bowls, gong, crystal singing bowls, tuning forks and therapeutic percussion)
  • Choose the best instruments to suit your needs – help will be provided
  • Playing technique tutorials will get you started and practicing at home

Foundation Module – launches week 1

  • An introduction to sound and the use of sound throughout history
  • Explore current research in sound and music psychology and neuroscience to support how and why sound can be so effective at improving health and wellbeing

Classroom Week 2 –  
 We will unpack the Method of Sound Relaxation Therapy in more depth

  • Take part in experiential exercises and small group sessions
  • Practise playing techniques and experience sound-bath sessions
  • Understand how different instruments affect mind, body and emotions in different ways

 Classroom Week 3 – 

  • Discuss the application of the instruments and techniques in more depth
  • Quizzes and interactive exercises help you check your understanding and deepen your knowledge
  • Explore current research in sound and music psychology and neuroscience to support how and why sound can be so effective at improving health and wellbeing

Virtual Classroom Week 4 – 

  • During this session we will check all is well with your coursework and answer any questions you may have.
  • We will check playing techniques
  • There will be a Q&A session with your tutor
  • Final check-in and review before your intensive module

Classroom Intensive Module Week 5 –  

  • Exploring the practical sessions in more depth
  • Learn how to transition between your instruments and create ebb and flow
  • Put together what you’ve learned with your peers
  • Get in-class support from the tutor team
  • Gain confidence and hands-on experience with your instruments

Classroom Intensive Module Week 6 – Final Qualifications

  • Case Study check-ins
  • Hypothetical case studies are explored and discussed
  • Check in with your peers and tutor

Classroom Intensive Module Week 7 – Final Qualifications

  • Discuss your case studies and practical techniques in more depth
  • Discuss research and ongoing business/professional development
  • Technique evaluations

Day 1: 10am –4pm (staggered class times max 2 students per hour)
Day 2: 10am – 2pm Final Qualification Quiz

 

On successful completion of this course you will be awarded a Certificate in Sound Therapy for providers

Full Course Fee: $2299

Payment plans are available on request

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