THE MASSAGE THERAPY PROGRAM IS OPEN FOR
admittance for a January 2025 Start
Welcoming calls and visits! Register before Dec 15.
669 hour program + Electives class Opportunities
On site PUBLIC WELLNESS CLINIC
$8,800.00 tuition Application on FAQ page
~ Payment Plan Available
~ 3684 W. LIBERTY ROAD 734-769-7794 CALL US!
~ Please see FAQ for detailed information
Our instructors have many years of experience in the classic health care sciences, in Massage Therapy practice, and in many forms of credentialed Continuing Education.
They bring a wide background of world travel, recreation, client care, and associated healing arts to the classical and evolving nature of our curriculum.
In addition to core staff listed below, AASM welcomes
Guest Instructors who bring special topics , as well as mentoring and featuring Teaching Assistants who bring special insights to enrich our learning experiences.
We also look forward to hosting several LYMHATIC MASSAGE continuing education certification workshops in 2024.
Mary Light, ND MH LMT, Director of the School
Mary is a Traditional Naturopath (ND), Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT), and Clinical Medicinal Herbalist. She founded this school and also founded Gaia Center for Herbal Studies, a community learning center. She trained extensively from 1991 through 1999, and beyon.
Paola Bardell , LMT graduated from AASM, and brought previous experience with her as an independent scholar of Thai Bodywork, Lymphatic Massage, and certifications as aesthetician. She has a private practice in the Ann Arbor and metro area.
Paola grew up in Peru , and brings a warm, detail oriented and nurturing energy to the school.
Patti Stephen, LMT , graduated from AASM, and is transitioning from a 23 year career as a Dental Hygienist. She brings concern for the academic development of students, while acting as a mentor for developing effective and comfortable hands-on massage styles.
Thanks again for the time at the school. You hosted an amazing year for me there!
~ Carter Johnson
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My experience was wonderful! Aubre was outstanding! She listened and I can’t say enough! She will go a long way! One of a kind! My nephew was very impressed with his first massage! Thank you ! I will be back!
I'm very happy with my decision to go to AASM. By the time the training was over, I was a competent massage therapist (as were all my classmates). I had the tools needed to start my business. I hit the ground running and haven’t looked back after a significant career change to massage therapy.
~ Karen Lang, LMT , Revitalize Massage And Wellnes, LLC
Mary Light , ND ,MH, LMT and the faculty offered to us that rare blend of old school structure and academic support combined with deep clinical experience , energy medicine wisdom- and humor!
I am very glad I chose this established smaller school - I am doing what want now, in my professional life, in such a satisfying way. ~ C.F.
Lisa Bozeman - a testimonial
I don’t usually write reviews but I myself feel a responsibility to ENCOURAGE people to use this School. I have learned more from Mary Light and her teachers in 10 MONTHS than I learned in over 20 YEARS of both self and school study of natural medicine and holistic care. Her non-linear and hands-on way of teaching taught me to TEACH MYSELF and to develope the critical thinking skills that are necessary and so important in the world of natural healing. Anything can be memorized and put down on paper like most schools, but it’s useless if we don’t understand the basics, the root of natural medicine and how to THINK. This is what Mary does. Not only that but she personally and intimately understands and works with each student. She cares what they get out their education beyond the certificate and is never too busy to give of herself and share her knowledge and great love of natural healing at any time - in or out of the classroom. I first completed a 3 month course in Herbal Medicine in the Spring. Then I was allowed to start a very enjoyable apprenticeship at the school and later that Fall started the 2 year Naturopathic program. Mary personally worked with me to make this possible through any challenges I had. I learned how to support the health of a handicapped toddler with significant health issues at a time when doctors and specialists had nothing to offer. I would recommend this School a hundred times over to anyone who really wants to learn TRUE natural medicine in the real world.
CONTINUING EDUCATION
Be aware that some CE and Classes are not affiliated with the "State of Michigan". and are rather the private teachings of credentialed practitioners. The offerings listed below are not "diploma programs". NCBTMB WHEN INDICATED.
We are committed to evolving CE as a living, hands on process for those who desire to learn and practice on a deeper level , resulting in better outcomes and enhanced client/therapist service. It is necessary to register for our classes and workshops i
MEDICINE ONE YEAR CERTIFICATION - Private Teachings of Mary Light
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More to come, welcoming CE providers to contact us, and we will be adding workshops and topics in the days ahead.
NATURAL MEDICINE & HERBAL MEDICINE ONE YEAR CERTIFICATION SERIES
From the Private and Teaching practice of Mary Light, ND MH LMT
January through December 2025 Early registration required. We are offering these teachings again after a bit of a hiatus! The events and awakenings of the past several years for empowerment as to holistic health knowledge, has set our office a-buzz with requests to learn and integrate natural medicine and herbal therapeutics knowledge. Hence, we offer this training, along with this description and overview:
What and Why The Learning Objectives and syllabus draft will make clear what this consists of. But why? How can a participant or graduate use this knowledge? Frankly, the healing(s) students will experience are worth the tuition fee alone.
One becomes empowered, and this training is often taken for personal enrichment, as a benefit to one’s family, as an adjunct to former training and professional endeavor, and a gateway to relevant continuing education. This knowledge will support business endeavors, current consulting services, and existing holistic identities.
INVESTMENT $2,800 It is possible to set up a limited payment plan or 1/3 - 1/3/ - 1/3WHEN 3RD Saturdays, 930- - 430 . Assignments are given to give continuity and support to each training day. Required books/equipment listed to enrollees. OVERVIEWThere are EIGHT PILLARS OF NATURAL MEDICINE PRACTICE – Herbal Therapeutics, Bodywork, Hydrotherapy, Movement, Healing Diets, Energy Medicine, Sleep & Rest Dynamics, and , Education & Counsel. In this training we integrate and experience all of them, with lecture, demonstrations, hands on practical applications, and field experience. You will complete each segment with ever more knowledge, skills and personal healing.I begin with the theoretical model- this is very important to understand the difference between traditional naturopathy approach vs allopathic “conventional” medical approach.
From here I explore, define, and discuss with the students each of the eight Pillars, with examples of each. Students will be given a FIELD WORK JOURNAL to chart and document their experiences and hands on assignments between class meetings.There is no extensive book work, however, there is some required reading and some recommended reading for continuity and clarity. A personal equipment list for students to obtain is as follows: hot water bottle, brush for dry skin brushing, hand size loofah, several cloths and towels, a set of linens for in-class work (we provide tables); cocoa butter, fragrance free lotion, Hexane free castor oil , 32 oz bottle; two pillow cases. It is essential that students cease using fragrances in oils, lotions, and laundry cleaning materials- including those they wear and bring to class. Participants will be given numerous samples of nutritive and herbal formulations during this series.
I welcome your questions - 734-769-7794 ~ Mary Light ND MH LMTRegistration is open now, with a December 15 deadline!
