In 14 days of training with accredited instructors of the Bowen Therapy Academy of Australia, over a period of at least six months, you will learn a comprehensive health system that will enable you to aid the recovery from a large range of internal and musculo-skeletal conditions. You will learn procedures that balance the body overall, plus a range of procedures that address specific areas of the body, and still others to use in cases where conditions don't respond readily to the basic procedures. The last two days are a thorough hands-on assessment, by a senior instructor, of every procedure that was taught in the first six modules.

 

The Bowenwork® procedures are taught in seven modules, each 16 classroom hours long. The modules must be taken in sequence because each one reviews and builds on what was taught previously. These modules are generally taught in two consecutive days each, over a period of six months or more, with a maximum of two modules taught back-to-back. The last seminar, "Module 7," is a thorough assessment of the material taught in the first six modules. Requirements for taking Module 7 include satisfactory completion of the written assessments and case study requirements at Modules 3 through 6, and waiting at least one month after Module 6. The content of each module is standard in every country where BTAA-accredited instructors teach.

 

Every module includes: * Demonstration of each procedure, with detailed explanation of anatomical landmarks* Explanation and discussion of the procedures and indications for their use * Detailed notes, with photographs and anatomical diagrams
* Extensive supervised hands-on practice, with feedback from the instructor(s) * Ample review of procedures taught in previous modules.

 

Practical and written assessments, with individual feedback, are given in Modules 3 through 6. You will also be required to submit written case studies (a total of ten) in those modules; and you will receive feedback from the instructor on your choice of procedures, the amount of work done, and other aspects of your work as indicated in your reports. Module 7 is a full two-day assessment by a senior instructor, covering all procedures and aspects taught in the first six modules. Accreditation as a practitioner requires passing the Module 7 assessment and submitting proof of three additional requirements:

* A recognized qualification in Anatomy and Physiology (100 - 120 hours in most countries)

* Experience running a business or a minimum of 20 hours of business education

* A current First Aid and/or CPR certificate.

 

After successfully completing Module 7, practitioners are required to take a minimum of four days (32 contact hours) of Bowtech®-approved courses every two years in order to maintain accreditation. These courses are an opportunity to deepen your understanding and skill and network with other Bowenwork® practitioners. Courses include advanced Bowenwork®, international conferences, practitioner days and courses for specific areas of application and practice.