Certificate Programs in Massage Therapy
Holistic Body Therapies Certificate Program
Prerequisite: Holistic Massage Certificate Program
This program offers “hands-on” techniques that affect the health of the whole person--body, mind, emotions and spirit. Instruction includes: Acupressure, Body/Mind Therapy, Reflexology and Deep Tissue Massage. To earn a certificate, all sessions must be completed in order as outlined (100 hours of instruction). The hours may be applied towards satisfying some of the training requirements for a massage technician license. Health care personnel may earn CEU hours. (Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #00622 for 70 hours.) Fluency in English is required. Upon successful completion of all requirements, a certificate of completion will be awarded. A $40 materials fee is payable at the workshop.
Program fee $546
24 meetings
Mondays & Wednesdays, June 2 - August 20
6 - 10 pm
Community Center 103
5316.001
Refund deadline May 27
Not available by touch-tone or online registration
Presenter: Kathleen Mondello - Is a Nationally Certified Holistic Massage Therapist currently in practice in Orange County.
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Golden West College Community Services is an approved school recognized by the National Certification Board of Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB), school ID number 322303. It is also a recognized by the Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals (ABMP).
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Prerequisite: Holistic Massage Certificate Program, Holistic Body Therapies Program and Advanced Holistic Body Therapies Program I
This program offers participants the opportunity to further develop their "hands-on" skills in holistic bodywork modalities. The sections covered will be Advanced Acupressure II, Advanced Body/Mind Therapy II, Anatomy & Physiology II, Deep Tissue Therapy, Myo-facial Release, and Trigger Point Therapy. The hours may be applied towards satisfying some of the training requirements for a massage technician license. Health care personnel may earn CEU hours. (Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #00622 for 73 hours.) Fluency in English is required. A certificate of completion will be awarded upon successful completion of all requirements. A $40 materials fee is payable at the workshop.
Program fee $596
24 meetings
Tue & Thu, June 3 - August 21
6 - 10 pm
Community Center 103
5319.001
Refund deadline May 27
Not available by touch-tone or online registration
Presenters:
James G. Bechter, M.T. - Is a Massage Therapist in private practice in Orange County.
Robert Davis, Ms.T. - Is a Certified Massage Therapist. He has been teaching Swedish massage and anatomy for several years.
Lin Eyman - Is co-author of Crystal and Mineral Awareness. She has studied crystals and minerals for over 20 years and has been conducting workshops in Los Angeles and Orange County for over five years. She has been a guest on the cable TV show Living Wisdom.
Kathleen Mondello - Is a Nationally Certified Holistic Massage Therapist currently in practice in Orange County.
Gretchen Thomas - Is a Nationally Certified Holistic Bodyworker currently practicing in Orange County.
Become a Notary Public in One Day
(Exam Preparation Workshop)
Becoming a Notary Public is more lucrative than ever! Increase your income and/or become a more valuable employee. Learn how to become a safe and effective notary and how to pass the required exam. This workshop will provide you with everything you need to know about California Notary laws and procedures, including: step-by-step notarizations, identifying document signers, how to complete the Notary journal and certificates, handling special and challenging documents and signers, how to avoid lawsuits, and how to pass the exam (practice exam will be provided). Bonus: Learn how to market yourself as a Notary, set fees and maximize your earning potential! All California Notary applicants and renewing Notaries appointed on or after July 1, 2005 are required to complete a six-hour certified course. Participants must have a valid I.D. to take the workshop. State Requirement: Participants must be present for the entire six-hour course to receive proof of completion. Participants who arrive after 8:30 am will not be admitted. A $30 material fee for the Notary Public Sourcebook is payable to Notary Public Seminars at the workshop.
Program fee $85
1 meeting
Saturday, June 14
8 am - 4 pm
Health Sciences 131
7547.001
1 meeting
Saturday, August 2
8 am - 4 pm
Health Sciences 131
7547.002
Presenter: Notary Public Seminars - Has been conducting seminars throughout California since 1993. Their pass rate is the highest in the state.
The Official California State Notary Public Exam
The Official California State Notary Public Exam will be administered immediately following the Become a Notary Public in One Day workshop for those who wish to take it at that time. Participants must present Certificate of Completion from Notary Public Seminars in order to take the exam. Your test result will be mailed to you two weeks after you take the exam. If you pass the exam, you will then need to have your fingerprints scanned electronically. Cooperative Personnel Services will register you for the exam on the day of the seminar between 4 and 5 pm. The exam will be from 5 to 6 pm. To take the exam you must bring:
• a check made payable to the Secretary of State for $40 (new applicants and renewals)
• proper ID - current driver's license with a photo or state issued ID card
• one color passport photo (2" X 2")
• two #2 pencils
Health Sciences 131
Presenter: Notary Public Seminars - Has been conducting seminars throughout California since 1993. Their pass rate is the highest in the state.
Become a Certified Loan Signing Agent
Build Your Own Notary Signing Business
Prerequisite: You must have taken a Notary workshop. You are not required to be a commissioned Notary, or have received the results of your exam.
Now that you are a Notary, how do you build and maintain your signing business? 
You will learn the skills and obtain the necessary tools to:
• Become a “Certified Loan Signing Agent” and what it means.
• Contact the most lucrative and profitable businesses and learn who your primary contact should be.
• Get signed up with successful Signing Services/Agencies that offer assignments.
• Develop and build your own business with your clients in Five Easy Steps.
This workshop features how to properly notarize loan packages. We will discuss how to negotiate your fee, how to get called back and how to brand yourself as a professional in your market. BONUS: You will receive a free listing of 50 loan signing companies that are looking for Notaries. A $60 materials fee for a source book and certificate of completion is payable at the workshop.
Program fee $99
1 meeting
Saturday, August 9
9 am - 4 pm
Health Sciences 131
7549.001
Presenter: Notary Public Seminars - Has been conducting seminars throughout California since 1993. Their pass rate is the highest in the state.
Introduction to Medical Insurance Billing
One of the physicians’ most valued employees is the one who does the insurance billing. Learn medical billing techniques and how to follow up and collect on billed claims. In this workshop you will learn: how to bill Medicare, MediCal, TRICARE, CHAMPVA and private insurance carriers; how to complete the CMS 1500 (universal) insurance claim form; how to read an Explanation of Benefits (EOB) and how to use it to bill secondary insurance carriers; how to look up diagnosis codes, procedure codes, modifiers, and how to bill from a Superbill. A $69 fee for a book and other materials is payable at the first meeting. Participants will receive a certificate of attendance upon successful completion of program.
Program fee $123
4 meetings
Tuesdays & Thursdays, June 17 - 26
6:30 - 9:30 pm
Administration 138
7601.001
Presenter: Kris G. Hall - Owner of a successful Medical Insurance Billing Service & Consulting Service.
Chronic Neck Pain
Whiplash and Torticollis
Prerequisite: Completion of 100 hours of basic Swedish Massage Technique
Treating neck pain and cervical injuries requires assessment, palpation skills and an understanding of the Range of Motion of each structure involved. At the end of this workshop, participants will be able to demonstrate competency in identifying, palpating and treating several neck muscles (SCM, Levator Scapula, Scalenes, Sub-Occipitals), associated structures and endangerment areas. Participants will be able to address correct treatment approaches from the onset of the condition through rehabilitation (MET/PNF), following easy to understand treatment plans that fall under the Acute, Sub-Acute or Chronic Stage of Inflammation. Both syndromes, Whiplash and Torticollis will be reviewed. Hours may be used as 25 Holistic Wellness hours or 25 Hours NCBTMB Continuing Education Units. Continuing Education Provider approved by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB), Provider #450015-06. Participants must attend all sessions to receive certification. Wear comfortable clothing. Bring two sheets, one pillow, one pillow case, lotion or oil, and 12 colored pencils. One homework assignment will be due to complete certification. A $10 fee for materials is payable at the first meeting.
Program fee $192
4 meetings
Saturdays, July 12 - August 2
10 am - 5 pm
Community Center 103
5247.001
Not available by touch-tone or online registration
Presenter: Jeannette Cunniff - Is a Medical and Sports Injuries Instructor and is an NCBTMB Continuing Education Provider. She has worked with Discovery U.S.A., an Olympic Development Committee as a consultant and therapist.