Scherer Institute of Natural Healing, Natural Healers

The Scherer Institute: Begin Your Journey With Us

From the first step through the door to the graduation ceremony, Scherer students find themselves on a journey of discovery and miracles. At the Scherer Institute you will find a path to a new career, and an invitation to a way of life. It is an opportunity to be transformed by the warmth and generosity of human touch, to deepen your understanding of the human body, and to become expert in the science and art of massage. We invite you to study with us here in the enchanting land of New Mexico!

The Scherer Vision and Mission

We believe that it is an honor to touch another human being and that touch is essential for human health and well-being. In this spirit, we draw upon our tradition and upon the best new techniques to bring effective, fresh approaches to our students. We provide the highest quality and innovative bodywork education available today. Our graduates, in turn, bring their conscious and expert touch to the world.

Since 1979, we have provided a sanctuary for growth, presence and compassion. Faculty and staff support students with wisdom and encouragement, and are committed to empowering each student to develop his/her own unique, creative healing potential.

Location and Facilities

Santa Fe, the "City of Holy Faith," lies at an elevation of 7000 feet in the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains in the beautiful high desert of Northern New Mexico. Also nicknamed "The City Different", Santa Fe is a city renowned for its natural beauty, art community, diverse culture, progressive attitudes, and our specialty, the Healing Arts. Come and immerse yourself in Santa Fe's invigorating and healing environment.

Student Body and Class Size

Students from a wide variety of cultural backgrounds, ages, ethnicities, lifestyles and national origins attend the Scherer Institute. Some students are fresh out of college with training in fine arts, literature, business, and other specialties. Other students have come from the corporate, medical and scientific worlds. The typical Scherer student is characterized by a passion for growth and a willingness to share his/her skills with the world.

With a maximum class size of 12-20 students, the learning process is enhanced by the personal attention and support each individual receives. Students have ample opportunity to connect one-on-one with teachers and assistants. We believe that individual attention and close group connection is a vital aspect of learning.

Educational Objectives

Offer an outstanding foundation in professional massage and bodywork techniques
Insure a rigorous academic focus in the sciences
Evoke each student's inspiration to expand awareness and self-knowledge
Empower intuitive and subtle energetic awareness
Prepare students to work with a wide range of individuals through the student clinic
Encourage deep integration, competence, receptivity and responsibility
Prepare students for successful careers in a progressive, evolving market

Upon completion of the program, students receive a diploma in massage therapy and are well prepared to sit for the National Certification Exam and the MBLEX. Scherer students have achieved a 100% pass-rate on the NCE for the past three years running. Scherer students have a 100% pass-rate on the MBLEx as well. Our goal is that you emerge as a skilled, confident, self-aware professional, able to give your client an unforgettable massage.

The Curriculum

Bodywork

The Healing Quality of Touch
Nurturing Therapeutic Massage
Connective Tissue Bodywork
Clinical Practicum

Energetic Modalities

Cranio-Sacral
Moving Ki (Shiatsu)
Subtle Body and Intuition
Cranio-Sacral Therapy
Polarity Therapy

Sciences

Human Anatomy
Kinesiology
Physiology
Pathology

Related Massage and Healing Arts

Medical Massage
Chair Massage
Trauma and the Body
Hydrotherapy
Foot Reflexology

Professional Development

Ethics
Communication Skills
Group Awareness
Professional Development
Business and Entrepreneurial Skills

Student Practicum and Public Clinic
Our low-cost clinic gives students valuable professional experience in a safe and supervised environment. It is here that we see students blossoming into professional massage therapists. Students also participate in community outreach where they work with a variety of populations, such as hospital patients, the elderly, or people living with cancer and HIV.

Additional Diploma Hours
Students who desire additional credit hours may choose from our extensive list of Electives. Courses may include: Aromatherapy, Flower Essences, Naturopathic Principles, Botanical Medicine, Pregnancy Massage, Spa Techniques, Thai Massage, Zen Shiatsu, Essential Energy Studies, and other Continuing Education classes.

Holistic Medical Massage
Students wishing to receive a 1000-hour diploma may attend the 700-hour massage certification courses plus an additional 300 hours in Medical Massage. This training prepares massage therapists to work more effectively in the complementary medical field, with a specialization in working with pain relief and pain management.

Pre-natal Massage Certification
This 150-hour specialization trains therapists to work with women from pre-conception through post-partum phases of pregnancy.

Full-time and Part-time Schedules

The Scherer Institute offers both Full-time and Part-time formats of our 700 hour training.

Full-time programs last 6 months and are held Monday-Thursday 9am-5pm.
Part-time Day classes extend 10 months and are offered 9am-1pm, Monday-Thursday.
Part-time Evening/Weekend Programs last 11 months. Monday and Wednesday 6-9pm, and every other weekend 9am-6pm both days.
Practice Labs and Clinic Practicum, about 105 hours total, are conducted at the school on Tuesday and Thursday evenings and from 9am-5pm on Fridays and are arranged at the students' convenience.

Program Start Dates:

Full-time Program - 6 months

March 1, 2010 - Aug 27, 2010
August 30, 2010 - Feb 25, 2011

Part-time Evening - 11 months

March 8, 2010- Feb 5, 2011

Part-time Daytime - 10 months

August 30, 2010- July 1, 2011

Staff and Faculty

Our well-honed team of professional faculty is passionate about teaching and supporting the learning process of each student. Our instructors' diverse interdisciplinary backgrounds and education contribute to the wealth of information available to the student. Academic and bodywork hands-on exams are held to the highest standards by all faculty members. Scherer faculty and staff continuously evaluate and refine the curriculum to meet the growing needs of the profession.

Learn More

There are many ways to learn about the Scherer Institute.

Our website provides current information for all courses, and school events.
Attend an Open House and a Sampler Class. See website for details.
Connect in person with the administrative staff and owners of the Institute.
Speak with students and graduates to learn about their experiences at the school.
Receive a complimentary massage in the student clinic or from a Scherer graduate in your area.
Subscribe to our email newsletter featuring updates about massage and Scherer graduates around the globe.
Request information to receive a free catalog.

Applying to the Scherer Institute

Request information to receive a catalog and visit our website for in-depth information about the admissions process. Our knowledgeable staff will be happy to answer any questions you may have. We look forward to speaking with you!

Approvals

Approved Massage School - NM Board of Massage Therapy Registered School #1
School Member - American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA)
School Member - American Bodywork and Massage Professionals (ABMP)
Approved Provider for Continuing Education by National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB)
Veterans' Administration approved for their beneficiaries
Authorized and SEVIS-approved under Federal law to enroll full-time international students M-1 class non-immigrant status.

If you are interested in any of our programs and would like to find out more, please Request Information.

	Scherer Institute of Natural Healing PO Box 5737 Santa Fe, NM 87502-5737
	The Scherer Institute: Begin Your Journey With Us From the first step through the door to the graduation ceremony, Scherer students find themselves on a journey of discovery and miracles. At the Scherer Institute you will find a path to a new career, and an invitation to a way of life. It is an opportunity to be transformed by the warmth and generosity of human touch, to deepen your understanding of the human body, and to become expert in the science and art of massage. We invite you to study with us here in the enchanting land of New Mexico! The Scherer Vision and Mission We believe that it is an honor to touch another human being and that touch is essential for human health and well-being. In this spirit, we draw upon our tradition and upon the best new techniques to bring effective, fresh approaches to our students. We provide the highest quality and innovative bodywork education available today. Our graduates, in turn, bring their conscious and expert touch to the world. Since 1979, we have provided a sanctuary for growth, presence and compassion. Faculty and staff support students with wisdom and encouragement, and are committed to empowering each student to develop his/her own unique, creative healing potential. Location and Facilities Santa Fe, the "City of Holy Faith," lies at an elevation of 7000 feet in the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains in the beautiful high desert of Northern New Mexico. Also nicknamed "The City Different", Santa Fe is a city renowned for its natural beauty, art community, diverse culture, progressive attitudes, and our specialty, the Healing Arts. Come and immerse yourself in Santa Fe's invigorating and healing environment. Student Body and Class Size Students from a wide variety of cultural backgrounds, ages, ethnicities, lifestyles and national origins attend the Scherer Institute. Some students are fresh out of college with training in fine arts, literature, business, and other specialties. Other students have come from the corporate, medical and scientific worlds. The typical Scherer student is characterized by a passion for growth and a willingness to share his/her skills with the world. With a maximum class size of 12-20 students, the learning process is enhanced by the personal attention and support each individual receives. Students have ample opportunity to connect one-on-one with teachers and assistants. We believe that individual attention and close group connection is a vital aspect of learning. Educational Objectives Offer an outstanding foundation in professional massage and bodywork techniques Insure a rigorous academic focus in the sciences Evoke each student's inspiration to expand awareness and self-knowledge Empower intuitive and subtle energetic awareness Prepare students to work with a wide range of individuals through the student clinic Encourage deep integration, competence, receptivity and responsibility Prepare students for successful careers in a progressive, evolving market Upon completion of the program, students receive a diploma in massage therapy and are well prepared to sit for the National Certification Exam and the MBLEX. Scherer students have achieved a 100% pass-rate on the NCE for the past three years running. Scherer students have a 100% pass-rate on the MBLEx as well. Our goal is that you emerge as a skilled, confident, self-aware professional, able to give your client an unforgettable massage. The Curriculum Bodywork The Healing Quality of Touch Nurturing Therapeutic Massage Connective Tissue Bodywork Clinical Practicum Energetic Modalities Cranio-Sacral Moving Ki (Shiatsu) Subtle Body and Intuition Cranio-Sacral Therapy Polarity Therapy Sciences Human Anatomy Kinesiology Physiology Pathology Related Massage and Healing Arts Medical Massage Chair Massage Trauma and the Body Hydrotherapy Foot Reflexology Professional Development Ethics Communication Skills Group Awareness Professional Development Business and Entrepreneurial Skills Student Practicum and Public Clinic Our low-cost clinic gives students valuable professional experience in a safe and supervised environment. It is here that we see students blossoming into professional massage therapists. Students also participate in community outreach where they work with a variety of populations, such as hospital patients, the elderly, or people living with cancer and HIV. Additional Diploma Hours Students who desire additional credit hours may choose from our extensive list of Electives. Courses may include: Aromatherapy, Flower Essences, Naturopathic Principles, Botanical Medicine, Pregnancy Massage, Spa Techniques, Thai Massage, Zen Shiatsu, Essential Energy Studies, and other Continuing Education classes. Holistic Medical Massage Students wishing to receive a 1000-hour diploma may attend the 700-hour massage certification courses plus an additional 300 hours in Medical Massage. This training prepares massage therapists to work more effectively in the complementary medical field, with a specialization in working with pain relief and pain management. Pre-natal Massage Certification This 150-hour specialization trains therapists to work with women from pre-conception through post-partum phases of pregnancy. Full-time and Part-time Schedules The Scherer Institute offers both Full-time and Part-time formats of our 700 hour training. Full-time programs last 6 months and are held Monday-Thursday 9am-5pm. Part-time Day classes extend 10 months and are offered 9am-1pm, Monday-Thursday. Part-time Evening/Weekend Programs last 11 months. Monday and Wednesday 6-9pm, and every other weekend 9am-6pm both days. Practice Labs and Clinic Practicum, about 105 hours total, are conducted at the school on Tuesday and Thursday evenings and from 9am-5pm on Fridays and are arranged at the students' convenience. Program Start Dates: Full-time Program - 6 months March 1, 2010 - Aug 27, 2010 August 30, 2010 - Feb 25, 2011 Part-time Evening - 11 months March 8, 2010- Feb 5, 2011 Part-time Daytime - 10 months August 30, 2010- July 1, 2011 Staff and Faculty Our well-honed team of professional faculty is passionate about teaching and supporting the learning process of each student. Our instructors' diverse interdisciplinary backgrounds and education contribute to the wealth of information available to the student. Academic and bodywork hands-on exams are held to the highest standards by all faculty members. Scherer faculty and staff continuously evaluate and refine the curriculum to meet the growing needs of the profession. Learn More There are many ways to learn about the Scherer Institute. Our website provides current information for all courses, and school events. Attend an Open House and a Sampler Class. See website for details. Connect in person with the administrative staff and owners of the Institute. Speak with students and graduates to learn about their experiences at the school. Receive a complimentary massage in the student clinic or from a Scherer graduate in your area. Subscribe to our email newsletter featuring updates about massage and Scherer graduates around the globe. Request information to receive a free catalog. Applying to the Scherer Institute Request information to receive a catalog and visit our website for in-depth information about the admissions process. Our knowledgeable staff will be happy to answer any questions you may have. We look forward to speaking with you! Approvals Approved Massage School - NM Board of Massage Therapy Registered School #1 School Member - American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA) School Member - American Bodywork and Massage Professionals (ABMP) Approved Provider for Continuing Education by National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB) Veterans' Administration approved for their beneficiaries Authorized and SEVIS-approved under Federal law to enroll full-time international students M-1 class non-immigrant status. If you are interested in any of our programs and would like to find out more, please Request Information.
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