Events

May
17
Thursday, 2012
General

Internationally recognized herbal medicine expert Alain Touwaide, PhD, is a historian associated with the Botany Department of the National Museum of Natural History at the Smithsonian.

May
18
Friday, 2012
General

Herbal medicine expert Alain Touwaide, PhD, has scrutinized the traditional uses of plants tested for millennia, but how can you utilize them today and in the future?

May
18
Friday, 2012
Continuing Education

Register by May 4, receive the early discount.
Prerequisite: Craniosacral Therapy Levels I and II
23 CEUs/PDAs
Class is 1:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m. on Friday and
8:00 a.m.-5:00p.m. on Sat/Sun
Audience: Licensed health care professionals whose scope of practice includes manual therapy, and students in health care fields. All others must obtain instructor permission to attend.

It is recommended that you register at least two weeks prior to class start in order to complete the reading assignments (required books can be purchased in the Bastyr Bookstore – call ahead to insure books are available 425-602-3026).
Reading assignments will be posted to the website as soon as they are finalized.

May
18
Friday, 2012
Continuing Education

17 CEUs/PDAs
Class starts at 4 pm on Friday, then is 9:30-5:30 Sat/Sun
Prerequisite: Essential Oil Therapy - Foundations and Essential Oil Therapy - Chemistry and Biology

May
19
Saturday, 2012
Continuing Education

11 PDAs
Thomas Corgin, LAc, PA, PhD
Sat: 8:00-5:00; Sun: 8:00-2:00
This seminar presents the most recent advances in the utilization of ear reflex points for the alleviation of pain, addiction and stress related disorders.

May
19
Saturday, 2012
Continuing Education

6 CEUs
Prerequisite: Must have completed a human anatomy course
Open to licensed health care practitioners, massage therapists, yoga and pilates instructors and other health care professionals who have had anatomy coursework (does not need to be recent).

May
23
Wednesday, 2012
Product Fair

The fair will take place on our main campus, and is designed to establish professional relationships between you, our graduates and members of the Bastyr community.

May
25
Friday, 2012
General

Learn money-saving tips in addition to advice on how a time-pressed cook can put together a healthy meal.

Jun
01
Friday, 2012
Admissions

Join us for a day dedicated to the Masters of Science in Nutrition Program offered at Bastyr!

Jun
01
Friday, 2012
Admissions

Join us for a day dedicated to the Naturopathic Doctorate Program offered at Bastyr!

Jun
02
Saturday, 2012
General

The focus of this year's event is "Restoration of Body and Planet."

Jun
05
Tuesday, 2012
General

Students from area colleges and universities are asked to submit an abstract by May 16 to vie for prizes in the undergraduate, graduate, medical student and post-doctoral fellow categories.

Jun
06
Wednesday, 2012
Admissions

Hear from Bastyr Alumni about their experience at Bastyr, what life is like in the practicing world, and tips they have for your continued success!

Jun
14
Thursday, 2012
General

Enjoy tasty samples of foods that aid digestion while learning about ways to support your gut and gut flora.

Jun
15
Friday, 2012
Continuing Education

17 CEU/PDAs
Prerequisites: Essential Oil Therapy - Foundations, and Essential Oil Therapy - Chemistry and Biology
Register at least 4 days in advance for required reading & homework. The required text, "Aromatherapy: Therapeutic Use of Essential Oils for Esthetics" is available in the Bastyr bookstore.

Assignments: Prior to class read Chapter 3, and answer review questions at the end of the chapter before attending the first day.
Bring your kit of 13 essential oils representing each functional group and fragrance category.

Jun
16
Saturday, 2012
Continuing Education

Prerequisite: Whole Foods Cooking: A Tasty Introduction
Teens, ages 14 and older, may attend with an accompanying adult.
Each participant should bring a sharp chef’s knife and an apron (apron is optional).

Jun
16
Saturday, 2012
Continuing Education

13 CEUs/PDAs
This course will impart the foundations needed to effectively understand and treat infertility. Haung-Lao classic teachings, as well as other great traditional and modern works inform the workshop content.

Jun
18
Monday, 2012
General

The principal speaker at the University's 31st annual graduation ceremony is Christa Louise, MS, PhD, chief executive of the North American Board of Naturopathic Examiners.

Jun
19
Tuesday, 2012
Simkin Center for Allied Birth Vocations

Learn responsive birth support in 4 days, team-taught by world class faculty since 1988.
Tuesday-Friday, June 19-22, 2012. 8am-5:30pm
$629

Jun
25
Monday, 2012
Simkin Center for Allied Birth Vocations

Earn a Lactation Educator Certificate in 5 days, instructed by expert faculty of Evergreen Perinatal Education.
Monday-Friday, June 25-29, 2012. 8am-5pm
$879

Jul
11
Wednesday, 2012
Simkin Center for Allied Birth Vocations

Gain postnatal competence, tools & capacity in 4 days, team-taught by qualified faculty since 1994.
Wednesday-Saturday, July 11-14, 2012. 8am-5pm
$629

Jul
13
Friday, 2012
Continuing Education

17 CEUs/PDAs
Prerequisites:
Essential Oil Therapy - Foundations
Essential Oil Therapy - Chemistry & Biology
Essential Oil Therapy - Therapeutic Properties
Essential Oil Therapy - Blending & Application Methods
Essential Oil Therapy - Olfactory System & Emotional Effects
Essential Oil Therapy - Skin Care & Spa Application

Jul
25
Wednesday, 2012
Simkin Center for Allied Birth Vocations

Learn responsive birth support in 4 days, team-taught by world class faculty since 1988.
Wednesday-Saturday, July 25-28, 2012. 8am-5:30pm
$629

Aug
10
Friday, 2012
Simkin Center for Allied Birth Vocations

Promote nurturing touch and communication between caregivers and infants in 4 days with AIAM experienced trainer.
Friday-Monday, August 10-13, 2012. 9am-5pm
$650

Aug
15
Wednesday, 2012
Simkin Center for Allied Birth Vocations

Expand your massage practice with maternity specialty in 4 day course designed by distinguished author & expert Carole Osborne.
Wednesday-Saturday, August 15-18, 2012. 9am-5:30pm
$695

Aug
19
Sunday, 2012
Simkin Center for Allied Birth Vocations

Add to your perinatal credentials & empower childbearing women in 2 days with Dancing for Birth founder.
Sunday-Monday, August 19-20, 2012. 9:30am-5:30pm
$399

Sep
12
Wednesday, 2012
Simkin Center for Allied Birth Vocations

Learn responsive birth support in 4 days, team-taught by world class faculty since 1988.
Wednesday-Saturday, September 12-15, 2012. 8am-5:30pm
$629

Sep
20
Thursday, 2012
Simkin Center for Allied Birth Vocations

Innovative Approach to Leading Successful Support Groups in Your Community.
Thursday-Sunday, September 20-23, 2012. Thursday: 6:30pm-9:30pm. Friday-Saturday: 9am-5pm. Sunday: 9am-4pm
$549

Sep
22
Saturday, 2012
Continuing Education

This is a two-weekend seminar: Sept. 22-23 and Oct. 20-21.
It is recommended that you register at least two weeks prior to the first day of in-class seminar. Upon registration you will receive an email with attached workbook and pre-class assignments. Obtain a copy of Hypnotherapy: A Client-Centered Approach, by Mary Lee LaBay (approx. $25 at the Bastyr Bookstore or other book outlets), and complete the required homework and reading assignments prior to the first class session.

Sep
22
Saturday, 2012
Continuing Education

42 CEUs/PDAs
Sept. 22-23, Sat & Sun, 9a.m.-5:30p.m. - room 184
Oct. 14, Sun, 9a.m.-5:30p.m. - room 146
Nov. 10-11, Sat & Sun; 9a.m.-5:30p.m. - room 286
Dec. 9, Sun., 9a.m.-5:30p.m. - room 286

This is the first of three courses in the new Medical Qigong Self-Care Certificate Program (program description is listed below). It is open to those who are intending to complete the certificate program, or anyone who is interested in learning qigong for their personal health.

Sep
24
Monday, 2012
Simkin Center for Allied Birth Vocations

Earn a Lactation Educator Certificate in 5 days, instructed by expert faculty of Evergreen Perinatal Education.
Monday-Friday, September 24-28, 2012. 8am-5pm
$879

Sep
27
Thursday, 2012
Continuing Education

6:15-7:30 p.m. every Thurs. through Dec. 6th

Hatha yoga is an art as well as a science and with this combination the elements of mind, body, and spirit are brought into balance.

Sep
28
Friday, 2012
Simkin Center for Allied Birth Vocations

Achieve prenatal education proficiency in 3 day low residency class, team-taught by skilled faculty since 1997.
Friday-Sunday, September 28-30, 2012. 8am-6pm
$879

Oct
05
Friday, 2012
Continuing Education

Class times are:
Friday, 4:00 - 8:00 p.m.; Sat/Sun 9:30-5:30
This seminar, provides the fundamental knowledge necessary for competent and efficacious use of essential oils and aromatherapy.

Oct
06
Saturday, 2012
Simkin Center for Allied Birth Vocations

Gain postnatal competence, tools & capacity in 4 days, team-taught by qualified faculty since 1994.
Saturdays and Sundays, October 6-7 & 13-14, 2012. 8am-5:30pm
$629

Oct
20
Saturday, 2012
Simkin Center for Allied Birth Vocations

Learn responsive birth support in 4 days, team-taught by world class faculty since 1988.
Saturdays and Sundays, October 20-21 & 27-28, 2012. 8am-5:30pm.
$629

Nov
09
Friday, 2012
Continuing Education

This class is:
Friday, 4:00-8:00 p.m.; Sat/Sun 9:30-5:30 p.m.
Prerequisite: Essential Oil Therapy - Foundations
This advanced aromatherapy seminar provides an intensive and comprehensive study of essential oil molecular composition and structure.

Nov
17
Saturday, 2012
Simkin Center for Allied Birth Vocations

Learn responsive birth support in 4 days. Team-taught by world class faculty since 1988.
Saturdays and Sundays, November 17-18 & December 1-2, 2012. 8am-5:30pm
$629

Nov
30
Friday, 2012
Continuing Education

20 CEUs/17 PDAs
Prerequisites: Essential Oil Therapy - Foundations, and Essential Oil Therapy - Chemistry & Biology

Jan
04
Saturday, 2020
Home Study Courses

12 CEUs
This package contains 16 audio CD's and a copy of each speaker's handouts for the Spring 2012 WANP/Bastyr conference (originally held March 3-4, 2012). The post-course quiz must be completed with a score of 75 percent or higher in order to earn CEUs.

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May promises to be a big month for Bastyr University as we celebrate a visionary’s life, honor the illustrious history of our University and travel down the road toward the future – literally.

Sumo suits, a bouncy castle and a whole lot of lasagna all featured at our "Community Day" this year.

Internationally recognized herbal medicine expert Dr. Alain Touwaide will give a talk on "1912-2012: The Decline and Rise of Herbal Medicine" at 6:30 p.m., May 17, in the Bastyr University Auditorium.

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