Like many SWIHA students, Kristin Apodaca’s path to SWIHA was full of trials and tribulations. Nearly seven years ago, Kristin and her family moved to Arizona for her husband’s new job, leaving her family and old life behind in Boca Raton, Florida. On the outside, she had it all: a loving husband, four beautiful and healthy children, a large home and many friend — and yet, as Kristin revealed, she felt like she had no idea who she was as a person. Seven years of being a stay-at-home-mom took their toll on her.She spent that time feeling very resentful towards her husband for having to work such long hours, taking him away from their family and herself. All of these factors led her to a breaking point. “I had lost my identity,” confessed Kristin. After briefly using anti-depressants to help cope with her anxiety and depression, she knew there had … Read More
Kathy Koziol had just received her license as a Real Estate agent prior to enrolling at SWIHA. She did the job for just a single day, and immediately knew that she wanted her life to head in another direction. She was ready to fulfill her Dharma, her life’s purpose that she was Divinely designed for. Kathy had held many careers throughout her life: Elementary School Teacher, Army Officer, Hearing Instrument Specialist, Luxury Automobile Sales Consultant, Master Gardener and Stay at Home Mom (which she referred to as “Domestic Goddess). “I was very satisfied with my life and always have been. I cherish every moment of the life given to me,” shared Kathy. “Every experience I had, positive or negative, helped me to lay the foundation of where I am today.” However, she wasn’t satisfied with the path she was heading down from a career perspective. Enter SWIHA. Kathy came to … Read More
Kate Shipp was dreaming: She was stuck inside a building with a bunch of people, and it felt as if there was no way out. Every floor had a door, every door led to stairs which led to more doors and more rooms. She asked people in the rooms why they were there, and they told her they didn’t know, yet they felt they had everything they needed, except a way out of the building. Kate looked up and noticed windows lining the walls. She stood on a table, broke open a window, and escaped, telling everyone that sometimes we have to look to the window within to find or way out. This dream was a subconscious intervention of sorts, inspiring Kate to launch one of her businesses, The Window Within, a holistic wellness business that offering a variety of services including intuitive yoga therapy, energy healing, intuitive coaching and … Read More
We all know how important it is to love ourselves just the way we are. We preach it to our children, family and friends. If a friend comes to us saying they aren’t good enough in some area, we’re the first to try and help them work through that belief. Do we show up for ourselves in the same way though? Confession Time As a teacher, I often speak with people who attend my classes about the importance of living in the moment and loving ourselves. I have a beautiful soul family all across the globe and an amazing son, yet I found myself feeling lonely and dejected. Transitioning out of the military left me feeling lost, although this transition was something I had been praying for since last year. I even have a print hanging in my home with the following quote. “ Do not feel lonely. The entire … Read More
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Where were you on 9/11? Three simple numbers pack so many memories. When you hear 9/11, what memories come to mind for you? Regardless of your political beliefs, religion, or ethnicity, we all have memories from that day. I was a freshman at Concordia University in Seward, Nebraska. I was going to school to become a Lutheran teacher and heard the report on the radio while getting ready for class. I remember not totally understanding what really happened. I walked into my first class and the room was silent with everyone’s eyes on the TV screen. Those initial images of ash-covered people running through the streets, silhouettes of bodies falling and then the second plane hitting are etched in my mind; in addition the confusion of the other planes and trying to make sense of it all. War in our backyard just didn’t make sense. At the time, it never … Read More
Please Note: Beginning January 1st, 2024, in order to continue providing the highest quality education and service, SWIHA tuition will increase to $20 per clock hour. Prior to December 31st, 2023 you can still register for courses under the tuition rate of $18 per clock hour. “Cost of Attendance” View the PDF View on Google Drive Program Name Total Clock Hours Total Credit Hours Reg Fee Estimate Required Books Tech Fee Supply Fee Material Fee Tuition Optional Licensing / Cert -Fees DEGREE PROGRAMS – Associate of Occupational StudiesAOS in Holistic Health Care with Concentration in: Mind-Body Transformational Psychology 1116-1156 60.00 $75 $648 $200 $165 $20-50 $20088-20808 70* Professional Massage Practitioner 1131-1334 60.00 $75 $590 $200 $355-500 $20-50 $20358-24012 $217 Western Herbalism 992-1092 60.00 $75 $648-738 $200 $1186 $20-50 $17856-19656 none DIPLOMA PROGRAMS Holistic Health and Wellness Coach – ONLINE 755 44.30 $75 $625-673 $250 $450 $0 $13,590 $450 Integrative Healing … Read More
Mind-Body Wellness Practitioner Diploma Diploma – 600 hours – Tuition Program Sheet – What’s this? As you find your own balance in life, you become more in tune with how all life is connected. Some people feel a deep inner calling to help make a positive difference in the wellness of others. The Mind-Body Wellness Practitioner (MBWP) diploma program is one of the most solid, sought-after programs here at Southwest Institute of Healing Arts. What is Mind-Body Wellness? “Mind-Body Wellness” means just what its title represents. In this holistic program, you learn how to help others to embrace health, success, potential and happiness on every level. Using an integrated approach, a Mind-Body Wellness Practitioner assists in the peace and healing of others using proven holistic specialty skills and professional coaching practices. As students go through this training, many say they experience amazing personal transformation and a shift of their perceptions … Read More
1000+ classroom hours – 60 credit hours –24 months full-time – Tuition Program Courses – What’s this? Career and Employment Outlook Important information about the educational debt, earnings, and completion rates of students who attended this program. Associates of Occupational Studies Degree in Holistic Health Care – Concentration in Mind-Body Transformational Psychology 1000+ classroom hours – 60 credit hours – 24 months full-time Embark on a journey into lasting transformation as a whole, healthy and authentic individual. This program is designed with the understanding that complete wellness is a balance between mind, body and spirit. You will complete introductory classes such as Life Coaching and Holistic Nutrition, and tailor your own unique path by choosing additional areas of interest from a choice of Hypnotherapy, Yoga Nidra or Guided Imagery and Polarity, Cranial Unwinding or Reiki. Learn to Facilitate Healing and Wellness As you continue your journey, you’ll delve deep into … Read More