STUDYING PI:

If you are interested in studying PI, please email Beverley Wilkinson: bgw@mweb.co.za

In South Africa, certification as a Postural Integrator is awarded after successful completion of 1000 hours theoretical studies, practical work and case studies that takes place over 3-4 years. The thesis (supported by photographs) is approved by the International Centre for Release and Integration, based in The USA. No student of Postural Integration (PI) may practice PI without certification. Additional certification as Master Postural Integrator, Helper, Assistant Trainer and Trainer is also offered by the International centre.

PI syllabus includes:

Connective tissue techniques
Breathwork
Body reading
Bio-energetics
Emotional release and integration
Trauma release
Body psyche
Healing Process
Sound techniques
Movement awareness
Bio-Energetic system - Meridians and Chakras
Theory of five elements
Nutritional issues
Fine energy techniques
Counseling techniques
Communication skills
Dynamic meditation techniques
Practitioner and client relationship
First Aid module 1 + Lay counseling course
Relevant anatomy and physiology
Code of ethics - see www.icpit.info
Complaints procedure - see www.icpit.info
Standards of practice
Contra-indications and referrals

All applicants need:

To have received at least seven (7) sessions of connective tissue work and/or emotional work, approved by the International Centre. Postural Integration, Rebalancing, Restructuring, Lomi Work, Heller Work, Rolfing, Rebirthing, Primal, Bio-energetics and Reichian sessions are examples of acceptable work. An applicant also needs to be prepared to receive additional work during the training.
A sufficient maturity for working with discipline, care and respect for others.
Fluency in English as it is the teaching language.
Minimum of 25 years of age.
Basic knowledge in anatomy and physiology (eg. Matric biology, reflexology, aromatherapy)

Experience in the health profession; a counseling or teaching position; or working with the human body is desirable.

Study Program

Workshops are over weekends and are residential during the 2nd and 3rd years. Attendance is compulsory at all workshops for the first three years.

1^st Year: - approximately R10,000. March to Sept 2011

80 hours in open public monthly workshops.
Body types 1-7
Suggested reading
Personal Journal

2^nd Year: 7 Residential workshops – approximately R30,000

240 hours of Workshops. Phases 1-7
84 hours of sessions on students between workshops
16 hours prescribed reading list and tutorials
Personal Journal

3^rd Year: 10 Residential workshops – approximately R40,000

330 hours of Workshops. Phases 8-10 plus revision of 1-7
120 hours of sessions on students between workshops
20 hours prescribed reading list and tutorials
Personal Journal

4^th Year: approximately R8,000

Internship: 3 case studies + report
First Aid and Lay counseling courses
Supervision meetings.