Know it. Believe it. Make it Reality!™ – Matthew B. James, MA, PhD

Online NLPPractitioner Certificate Program

Neuro Linguistic ProgrammingDeveloped by Matthew B. James, MA, PhD International Trainer, Lecturer, and Educator

2011-2012

Welcome to Kona UniversityThank you for your interest in Kona University’s online certificate program. At Kona University, we like to think of our staff and students as family. This is only fitting, being in Hawaii and the beautiful Hawaiian culture that is built on the importance of family and togetherness. Let us say, “Aloha” and welcome.

We are here to help you in advancing and aligning your personal interests with your career and educational aspirations. Our program meets a variety of time and attendance needs. If you ever have any questions or concerns throughout your studies, please contact us, and we will be more than happy to assist you.

The Online NLP Practitioner Certificate Program, whether for those who are already practitioners in the healing arts or those aspiring to be, allows you a whole new world of infinite possibilities. You will be able to practice in an innovative field, and be immersed in cutting-edge philosophies and techniques to help both the self and in working with others.

Kona University is unique and offers post-secondary study for the growing body of individuals who are interested in the mind-body-spirit connection. We strive to provide students with the knowledge and skills to engage in the pursuit of a chosen career, with broad-based knowledge of the entire field and depth within your area of interest.

The Kona University delivery system of online learning was chosen as the most efficient method to offer our program to students all over the world. Thanks to the versatility available to students in designing and completing their course, we are able to reach students, who for a variety of reasons are unable to attend traditional colleges and universities through distance education. It is our intention to offer you a truly rewarding educational experience. Again, we welcome you to our family of sincere, dedicated students and staff.

We truly are a close-knit community here at Kona University and will always treat our students and staff in the same way. “Know it, Believe It, Make it Reality!”™. Enroll Now!

Sincerely,

President/Chief Academic Officer Matthew B. James, MA, PhD

Matthew B. James, MA, PhD

President/Chief Academic OfficerKona University

Table of ContentsWelcome 1History of Kona University 2Accreditation and Affiliations 3Ownership, Mission, and Vision 4Administration 5Course Instructors 6Admissions Policies and Procedures 7Tuition and Fees 7Summary University Policies 8Academic Calendar 10Online NLP Practitioner Certificate Program 11Course Description, Topics, and Prerequisites 12Language Requirements 12

Kona University75-6099 Kuakini Hwy. Kailua-Kona, Hawaii 96740

PH: 800-800-MIND (6463)FX: 808-791-5050info@kona.eduinfo@nlp.comwww.kona.eduwww.nlp.com

History of Kona UniversityKona University was originally founded on December 13, 1994, as American Pacific University, located in Honolulu, Hawaii. At its inception, the University offered distance education courses as part of directed independent study programs. The purpose of the degree programs at the University was to provide learning, on a much more flexible basis than can be accomplished at traditional colleges and universities. American Pacific University, a for-profit organization, offered degree in both Esoteric Studies and Clinical Hypnotherapy at the Bachelor’s, Doctoral, and PhD levels.

Since its inception, Kona University has remained an industry leader, well respected worldwide for its educational programs. Kona University consistently focuses on the mind-body-spirit connection. The student body at Kona University is quite broad and diverse, with individuals from all over the world. The number of students has consistently grown over the years, with accom-plished graduates utilizing their newly acquired skills and knowledge for both themselves and in practice with others.

In 2006, a decision was made to develop an online Master’s Degree Program in Transpersonal Psychology. In keeping with the technological trend and the increased use of computers at both work and home, it seemed only fitting that a sophisticated online program be developed. This program allows students to study anytime, anywhere.

In 2007, after much review and consideration, the University strategically decided to incorporate two separate schools: The

School of Transpersonal Psychology represents the new Master’s Degree Program and the School of Esoteric and Hypnotherapy Studies, representing the original degree programs. In order to focus on the new Master’s Degree Program and provide a quality first-rate education, Kona University is no longer accepting students into the Clinical Hypnotherapy and Esoteric Degree Programs at this time. However, students currently enrolled in this school will complete their educational degree, as intended.

In 2009, the University’s Online NLP Certificate Program at the practitioner level, achieved accreditation with The Distance Education and Training Council (DETC). This Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP) Programs are the first of its kind in being offered online, as opposed to only in-person as a live event.

In the summer of 2009, the University moved to a new campus in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii and has begun its next phase of develop-ment for expansion and growth.

In 2011, the University’s second accredited certificate program, Online NLP Trainer’s Certificate Program, was launched in response to the market demand for an online NLP education at a higher level.

Kona University is committed to develop innovative programs that meet the needs of society and students, and is excited about the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead, for both students, instructors, and staff.

PROVIDING A QUALITY, FIRST-RATE EDUCATION

Accreditation and AffiliationsIn 2009, Kona University achieved national accreditation with the Distance Education and Training Council (DETC) after a thorough review process. The Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education and Training Council is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency. The Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education and Training Council is a recognized member of the Council for Higher Educa-tion Accreditation (CHEA). The curriculum for the Online NLP Practitioner Certificate Program satisfactorily met the high academic and educational standards that DETC requires.

For more information concerning DETC, please contact them directly at: 1601 18th Street, N.W., Suite 2, Washington, D.C. 20009, (202) 234-5100, http:///www.detc.org.

You can feel confident in choosing Kona University for your certification. Accreditation is a very thorough process of ensuring

quality control, completed by an independent and government-recognized accrediting body. Legitimate accrediting bodies are recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (USDOE) or the Council on Higher Education, or both. If you graduate from a school that is not legitimately accredited, your credentials could restrict your employment or further educational opportunities.

Before you choose a university, please check with the Better Business Bureau and the Attorney General’s Office in the state in which the school is located to see if any investigations or litigations against the school exist, past or pending.

The State of Hawaii does not regulate the issuance of academic degree programs. According to the Hawaiian Postsecondary Governance Structures (rev. 10/2007), approval authority for proprietary vocational and technical schools lies within the State Department of Education. Regarding private degree-granting institutions, Hawaii has statutory requirements relating to disclosure and potential (prohibited) practice but not an approval/licensing law

“Accreditation ensures the highest quality in academics and helps in the acceptance of the learners’ credentials. The accreditation standards of DETC are the highest possible, and DETC approval is the learner’s best assurance that his or her education is valid and will be accepted.”- Michael P. Lambert, Executive Director Distance Education and Training Council

NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED

FlexibilityKona University offers online distance education programs. This method of study offers a convenient and effective method of affordable education to the motivated adult student. You may apply for admission to upcoming classes anytime throughout the year. You are encouraged to contact the University well in advance to ensure your first choice of term in which you would like to begin the program.

The Kona University Student BodyKona University accepts students from all over the world. Kona University suits the needs of busy, motivated, and dedicated people. Our programs allow you to study anytime, anywhere. Our student and alumni body represent a wide variety of ages, educational backgrounds, and careers. Many people are practitioners already in the healing arts field, while others are aspiring practitioners to be.

SupportYour Instructor serves as your Academic Advisor at Kona University. Once you are enrolled, support is available from your Instructor by telephone and via e-mail. Support by phone is available only at specific times as designated by Instructor office hours. The Instructor will make students aware of these hours.

The Kona University Virtual CampusThe Internet is an easy and convenient way to communicate and learn. Kona University’s online campus offers many features:

Student Services – You can pay your fees and register online.

System Requirements – For optimal use of the online learning platform, you need a PC based computer with Internet access. It is recommended, not required, that you use Windows XP or Windows 7. You may also use Mac OSX.

Supported Browsers – The most recent version of Internet Explorer or Firefox is recom-mended. These can be downloaded at: Internet Explorer (Windows) = http://www.microsoft.com/windows/internet-explorer/default.aspxFireFox (Windows or Mac OSX) = http://www.mozilla.com/en-US/firefox

Technical Support for Students: Kona University provides our students and Instructors with technical support via e-mail at techsupport@kona.edu. Further information will be distributed upon enrollment into the orientation course. In addition, students can reach us toll-free by phone at 800-800-MIND (6463) within the U.S. and Canada or 808-791-5050 for outside of these countries. These inquiries are checked daily, during regular office hours.

Interactive CommunicationStudents will enjoy a rich and rewarding educational experience. Students have the opportunity to participate in real-time learning with optional synchronous chats with Instructors, chats with fellow students and classmates, and one-on-one Instructor/educator help when needed. Students will als participate in online discussion groups and have the ability to receive graded assignments through the online learning platform.

Board ofDirectorsChair of the BoardValerie Galey, Business Owner

President/Board MemberMatthew James, President and CAO, Trainer

Vice President/Secretary/Board MemberNancy Moreno-Derks, Vice PresidentDegree Programs

Board MembersJudy Kameoka, Co-chief, Department of Anesthesi-ology Medical Doctor

Samuel P. Black, Chairman of Erie Management Group

Veteran FundingAt this time, Kona University’s programs are not approved for the use of Veteran’s benefits.

Mission StatementKona University is dedicated to providing adults with education through distance learning and workshops, that foster a deep understanding of healing and the concept of the “whole person”: body, mind, and spirit, in an effort to achieve an integrated experience of the self and connectedness with others.

Though our mission, Kona University fosters its values of integrity, service, quality, and empowerment, when working with learners, faculty and staff, and the community at large.

VisionKona University is positioned to become a distance education leader in the 21st century in providing programs with an interdisciplinary focus that draws from both the fields of transpersonal and integrative psychology, laying the foundation to examine healing as a truly interconnected, “whole” process.

AdministrationMatthew B. James, MA, PhD, President/Chief Academic OfficerMatthew B. James is one of the most highly-sought trainers and educators in the world today. Through his role as President/ Chief Academic Officer of

Kona University and President and Master Trainer of its training and seminar division, The Empowerment Partnership, Matthew B. James is personally responsible for bringing thousands of learners closer to fulfilling their dreams.

As President/Chief Academic Officer, Matthew B. James oversees the degree program, and it is through his vision that the Master’s in Transpersonal Psychology has been created. Under the direction of the President/Chief Academic Officer, the Vice President has guided the development of the curriculum and continues to ensure that the mission and vision of the university is successfully delivered by all of the instructors.

Nancy Moreno-Derks, MS, LMFT, Vice PresidentNancy Moreno-Derks knew at the young age of 15 exactly what she wanted to do with her life. She knew her future was in helping people to live their dreams. Ever confident in her dreams, she

embarked on the journey that led her to become a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist at the age of 25. Nancy has attended over 28 Huna workshops and is a certified trainer of Neuro Linguistic Programming. At Kona University as Vice President, she supports the vision of the President, Matthew B. James, in leading the university towards the future.

Farhad Saba, PhD, Director of Information and Educational TechnologyFarhad (Fred) Saba has over 35 years of experience in designing and managing distance education programs in higher education, as well as teaching,

research, and theory building.

He is the author of over 100 articles and books and has consulted for many corporations and institutions, including Apple Computer, Hewlett Packard, Nortel, SYS Technologies, The U.S. Department of Education, Office of the Chancellor of the California State University System, the World Bank, San Diego County Office of Education, and Harvard Business School Publishing. Fred Saba both designs and oversees all Instructional related Technology activities for the University.

Virginia Omine, Director of EnrollmentVirginia’s current role as the Director of Enrollment allows her to use her experience and forte in knowing how to better assist students and prospective students with their educational

needs.

Virginia’s extensive experience in customer service allows her to develop rapport with her clientele, enabling her to provide specialized service specific to that individuals needs and desires.

Since joining Kona University, Virginia has attended their Huna Workshops and NLP trainings, and is a Certified Master Practitio-ner of NLP, Time Empowerment® and Hypnosis.

TEAMWORK AND FLEXIBILITY

Course InstructorsOur instructional staff are carefully selected and evaluated for their excellence in the skills and techniques as related to Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP), as well as the quality of their interactions and motivation with each individual student.

Matthew B. James, MA, PhD, Matthew B. James, MA, PhD is one of the most highly sought-after trainers and educators in the world today. He is the President of Kona University and The Empowerment Partnership, Chairperson

of the Association for Integrative Psychology, a designated Teacher of Huna, and a world-renowned communication and linguistics expert sought by the media and other famous motivational speakers.

Matthew is a living example of the power of The Empowering Your Life® teachings. Matthew began his studies at the age of 5, by learning the art of Transcendental Meditation. Before he was even a teenager, he was instructed in a fourth generation lineage of Huna. Taught by legendary communication experts, he became a Certified Master Trainer of Neuro Linguistics.

Through his role as President and Chief Academic Officer of Kona University and the President and Master Trainer of its training and seminar division, The Empowerment Partnership (formerly Advanced Neuro Dynamics), Matthew is personally responsible for bringing thousands of students closer to fulfilling their dreams. Each year he teaches the life-altering techniques of hypnosis, advanced communication techniques, Time Empowerment®, ancient Shamanism, and Hawaiian Huna throughout the United States, Canada, Europe, and Asia.

His educational background includes a Master’s Degree in Organizational Management from the University of Phoenix and a PhD in Health Psychology from Walden University.

Matthys Derks, BA, Learner Services RepresentativeMatthys has a BA in Psychology with a minor in English Textual Studies from Syracuse University and is also a Certified Trainer of NLP. He is currently enrolled in the Psy.D program at JFK University.

Matthys provides academic advisement and learner support to registered learners as well as maintains weekly contact with all who are enrolled. In addition, he serves as the Instructor for the Orientation Course and assists new learners with the orientation process.

Felicia MeagherFelicia Meagher, an internationally Certified Professional Business Consultant and a trained Psychotherapist, has been interested in personal development most of her life. This journey also

led her to become a Certified Trainer in a number of Integrative Psychology fields including Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP), Time Empowerment® Techniques, and Hypnotherapy.

Felicia works as a Business Transformation Consultant, Trainer, Mentor, and Coach. Over the past 20 years she has worked with local and global companies in the area of Customer Relationship Management (CRM) to transform their Sales, Marketing, and Customer Service results. Her unique skills, expertise, and experience through the combination of strategy, technology, business process, and change management with advances in behavioural psychology has led to her working in senior roles for the last seven years with the largest international business consulting corporation.

Felicia discovered Huna through the study of NLP and it completed the picture around “being human” for her. She began her formal study of Huna in Hawai’i in 1998, and in 2005 had the privilege of becoming a Ho’omanaloa Ho’omaka (an Initiator in the ancient Hawaiian symbols).

John Ryan, BS, MBAJohn Ryan graduated from American Pacific University and has been involved in personal transformation and development for over a decade. He earned a joint Masters degree

program in Social Work from the University of North Carolina Greensboro and North Carolina A & T State University. He also holds a Masters in Business Administration (MBA) from Wake Forest University and a Bachelors Degree in Business Administra-tion from James Madison University. Integrating his diverse educational background, John describes himself as being in the "business of helping people."

He maintains a brief therapy private practice specializing in resolving phobias, overcoming anxiety, and releasing trauma. John also lectures nationally on topics such as effective communi-cation, change, and business psychology.

John believes that, in life, having the right question is more powerful than having the right answer. He suggests that when we believe that we have the answer, we close ourselves off to other possibilities. With the right question, we broaden possibilities and move closer to fulfilling our potential.

MOTIVATION AND DEDICATION

A NEW WORLD OF POSSIBILITIES

Admissions Policies and ProceduresIf you know that Kona University is the choice for you, you can apply right now online. Simply visit www.kona.edu/ www.nlp.com and select Enroll. You may also download an application in pdf format. If you wish to speak to an enrollment advisor first, please call 800-800-MIND (6463).

For more information about the program start dates, application requirements, and the admissions process, call a Kona University Enrollment Office at 800-800-MIND (6463) or visit www.kona.edu/www.nlp.com.

Applicants seeking admission into the certification course, must have the following requirements: 1. Be at least 18 years of age 2. Command of the English language, both written and verbal. 3. A completed Application for Admission. This may be completed online and submitted electronically. A registration fee of $125 must be paid upon submission of the Application for Admissions. 4. A completed Tuition Agreement. This may be completed online and submitted electronically. 5. A completed Student Code of Conduct. Please print, sign and scan to upload electronically or send via email to admissions@kona.edu. 6. A completed Technology Profile form. Please print, sign and scan to upload electronically or send via email to admissions@kona.edu. 7. Successfully complete an Orientation Course.

Language RequirementsAll courses at Kona University are taught and examined in English. The student should include with his/her application (if English is not the first language), a certified statement of results from an accepted English language test that has been taken within two years of the commencement of the proposed course. The minimum requirements must satisfy one of the following condi-tions:

PBT - Paper-based TOEFL score of 530 with a TWE 4.5 or higher IBT - Internet-based TOEFL of 71with a writing score of 21 or higher IELTS - (International English Language Testing System) score of 6.5 in the academic module (with a score of 6.0 in writing) PTE - Pearson Test of English Academic score of 60

Contact www.ETS.org, www.IELTS.org, or www.pearsonpte.com for test information. The University may also consider transcripts documenting that the student has earned a Bachelor’s Degree or higher from an accredited institution where he/she was taught and examined in English.

Tuition and Fees Tuition for the Online NLP Practitioner Certificate Program includes: All instruction and evaluation, online study course, online interaction and support, including technical support.

The tuition of the course is $1,295.00. The total is derived from $995 for the Online NLP Practitioner Certificate Program training fee plus $100 for the certificate of completion, $125 Registration Fee, $45 Student Processing Fee, and $30 Technology Fee. The students must also purchase their textbook form an outside source. An estimate cost of a new textbook for the course is $15 - $20.

Tuition Payment OptionsKona University offers convenient payment options and accepts payments by check, cash, or credit card. For more information, please contact our Bursar’s Office at 800-800-MIND (6463).

Tuition Discounts Kona University may offer tuition discounts and/or scholarships. Please contact the University for further information on the availability of these.

Copyright and Use PolicyThis catalog, all Kona University materials, curriculum, manuals, handbooks, practicum components, and all other materials, whether online or in print, as well as the online learning platform content, are subject to copyright and intellectual property protection. Unauthorized use is strictly prohibited and is subject to disciplinary proceedings and legal action.

Family Rights and Privacy ActFederal and State laws restrict the release of confidential student records and information. students have the a right to inspect their educational records and are protected from release of information without their written consent, except for subpoenaed requests from courts with appropriate jurisdiction and order academic information. Requests by unauthorized third parties and telephone requests will not be honored.

Academic HonestyAcademic honesty is the cornerstone of learning and that holds true with the online campus and learning processes as well as any other Kona University situation. Essentially, each Kona University student must always submit work that represents his or her own original work and/or ideas. Students must use the appropriate citations and references in all their work. Examples of dishonesty would include: having a tutor or friend complete a portion of your assignments, having a viewer make extensive revisions to an assignment, and not citing work properly.

Academic honesty is expected at Kona University. Breaches of academic honesty include cheating, plagiarism, misrepresenta-tion, bribery, and/or the unauthorized distribution (electronic or hard copy) or position of documents not formally released by Instructors. Students must always submit work that represents original effort and ideas. If any words or ideas used in a posting or assignment are not the student’s original work, the student is expected to cite all relevant sources and make clear the extent to which such sources were used.

Students should contact Kona University for more information or clarification of academic honesty, including its possible conse-quences.

Disciplinary PolicyAll Kona University students are expected to conduct themselves in an orderly manner and to follow all rules and policies. Kona University maintains the right to dismiss students that violate the university provisions and rules set forth or for conduct that reflects unfavorably upon the reputation or operation of the University.

Non-Discrimination PolicyKona University admits students of any race, color, sex, age, marital status, non-disqualifying disability to the extent of the law, religion or creed, national or ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school, and does not discriminate in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, or other school-administered programs. For those students who feel an appeal/grievance is unresolved, they may contact the Academic Review Committee.

University AddressKona University75-6099 Kuakini HwyKailua-Kona, HI 96740

Academic TermsEach Kona University graduate term is four (4) weeks, encompass-ing multiple hours of guidance and instruction weekly via Internet and interactive online discussions.

AbsencesIf a student cannot meet the attendance requirements, he/she must notify the Instructor in advance. In emergency situations, contact the Instructor via the contact information that he/she provided or contact the Records Office.

WORK COHESIVELY IN TEAM ENVIRONMENTS

Student Grievance Policy All grievances/complaints must be delivered in written correspondence and presented to the Academic Review Committee. Such correspondence should be addressed to: Attn: Chair, Academic Review Committee, Kona University, 75-6099 Kuakini Highway Kailua-Kona, HI 96740.

Refund PolicyStudents may withdraw from a course and receive a refund according to the tuition refund policy. *The institution gives special consideration to a student’s request for cancellation beyond the minimum DETC refund policy in a case of student illness or accident, death in family, or other circumstances beyond the student’s control.

Refund and Cancellation PolicyWhen a student applies to Kona University, his/her application is reviewed and upon approval the student is notified of acceptance to the institution.

In the event that the student decides not to participate in the program, a request for withdrawal must be submitted in any manner by, phone call, email, fax, or postal mail. If thestudent provides a written notice of intent to withdraw, it must be submitted to the follow-ing address: Records Office, Kona University, 75-6099 Kuakini Hwy, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740. This can be done by hand or mail delivery. The written notice of withdrawal, if sent by mail, is effective based on the postmark date, properly addressed with sufficient postage.

Below is the breakdown for the tuition refund for the four (4) week NLP program for students who withdraw once the course has begun. Students pay upon registration per term. Kona University’s policy is fair and equitable, and no exceptions to the policy will be made. The University will refund any amount due the student within 30 days of the receipt of the notice of cancellation. Published Length of Course Refundable Tuition due Learner AFTER 1-4 weeks 1st Week = 70% 2nd Week = 40% 3rd Week = 20% 4th Week = 0%

Kona University may give special consideration to a student’s request for cancellation beyond the minimum DETC refund policy in a case of student illness or accident, death in family, or other circumstances beyond the student’s control.

Student’s Right to Cancel A student has the right to cancel the agreement for a course of instruction until midnight ofthe fifth calendar day after signing the Tuition Agreement. Students who cancel within five (5) calendar days after the date of signing the Tuition Agreement are entitled to a refund of all monies paid to Kona University. . If the student cancels after midnight of the fifth calendar day the student signs the Tuition Agreement, the student will be charged the Registration Fee of $125 The University will refund the student any amount due within 30 days of the receipt of the notice of cancellation as per the Refund and Cancellation Policy.

Maximum Time Allotted for this Program The maximum time is 4 weeks. If a student has been placed under University academicsuspension or cannot finish the course due to extenuating circumstances he/she mustsubmit an “Application for Readmission Form” 2 weeks prior to the beginning of the term inwhich the student chooses to register.

Academic calendar

Hours of Operation:Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM HST

Kona University is closed in observance ofthe following holidays: New Year's Day,Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, President'sDay, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Indepen-dence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day,Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve,Christmas Day, and New Year's Eve.

Kona University also reserves the right toclose the University between the Christmas and New Year's Holidays, at the discretion of the Administration.

ENHANCING SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

2011SPRING I: February 24 - March 23

SPRING II: April 7 - May 4

SUMMER I: May 19 - June 15

FALL I: August 11 - September 7

FALL II: September 22 - October 19

WINTER I: November 3 - 30

2012SPRING : March 15 - April 11

Orientation: March 1 - 3

SUMMER: July 19 - August 15

Orientation: July 5 - 11

FALL: September 20 - October 17

Orientation: September 6 - 12

WINTER I: November 29 - January 02

Orientation: November 15 - 21

(Winter break - December 20-26)

Length of ProgramThe Online NLP Practitioner Certificate Program is 4 weeks long, consisting of 4 sessions. A student will complete one session each week, consisting of different objectives, learning activities, and deliverables (assignments). To earn the certificate, students must complete the 4-week course, in addition to a final exam and quizzes throughout. Each weekly session and its associated required content should take 25 hours to complete (x 4 = 100 hours).

Credit Hours There are no credit hours given for completion of this certificate program. A certificate is awarded upon successful completion.

Course Learning Materials Students will be utilizing the following resources to assist in their learning: 1. Online NLP Practitioner Certificate Program Manual (included as part of the course cost and able to be downloaded as a pdf file) 2. PowerPoint Slides – Slide presentations each week are narrated by Dr. Matthew B. James, a Master Trainer in NLP. 3. Video Recordings from previous live events that use “real” students to demonstrate examples of the various NLP topics and techniques that are being taught. 4. Textbook – Ready, R. and Burton, K. (2004). NLP for Dummies. John Wiley and Sons Ltd. Chinchester, West Sussex, England.

Online PlatformKona University courses are delivered through the Desire2Learn (D2L) learning management system (LMS). D2L is a powerful learning environment with a modular design that provides flexibility while keeping each course structured and manageable for both the student and Instructor.

Disclaimer: Online NLP Practitioner Certificate Program is not a degree program, but a certificate program.

The Online NLP Practitioner Certificate Program

Program Objectives The Online NLP Practitioner Certificate Program, whether for those who are already practitioners in the healing arts or those aspiring to be, allows the student a whole new world of infinite possibilities. The student will be able to practice in an innovative field, and be immersed in cutting-edge philosophies and techniques to help both the self and in working with others.

According to the U.S. Department of Labor, there are also numerous individuals in a variety of related fields that are looking to enhance their skills and knowledge base for working with and assisting clientele in the future. This group of people includes primarily those in the broad-based category of mental health counselors and other health practitioners. It is important to note that in no way does the Online NLP Practitioner Certificate Program prepare students to practice in these professions upon completion, but adds to the current profession they are practic-ing in and expands their ability to provide additional support to those that they work with on an everyday basis. By “additional support,” this is referring to the ability of the individual to have a deeper understanding of the client that he/she is working with, now having a basic foundation of NLP from which to pull from as well as an enhanced set of healing modalities from which to choose from.

Lastly, in many workplaces and within a variety of careers, the employee will be placed in situations in which there will be an onus on their ability to successfully communicate with those around them. The NLP Online Training offered by Kona University could enable the employee to give more powerful presentations and speeches, as well as work more cohesively in team environ-ments, handle meetings more efficiently, and lead dynamic group activities.

INTERACT WITH OTHER STUDENTS ONLINE

An Online ExperienceEach term is four weeks. Kona University’s new online learning and course program work consists of four sessions per course. In the duration of each course, the University is utilizing a learning platform called Desire 2 Learn that will serve as the media between the students and educators.

The University’s learning platform possesses a variety of features that will provide those enrolled with a place on the Internet to read assignments, listen to lectures, find access to other materials on the web, as well as interact with the educator and other co-students.

Assignments and learning materials are downloadable from this site. Audio-visual presentations are also incorporated to enhance the students’ learning experience. Students are requested to participate in one session each week and will complete both written and reading assignments. Assignments can be individual but with the flexibility to also work in a team with other students on projects during the course. Assignments are posted on Thursday and are due the following Wednesday, unless further notification from the Instructor is given.

Three easy ways to get started: • By phone 800-800-MIND (6463) • E-mail info@kona.edu or info@nlp.com • Online www.kona.edu and www.nlp.com

Course Description, Topics, and Prerequisites

NLP Online Orientation CourseThis course is designed to introduce prospective students to Kona University’s online course delivery platform and to ensure that students are completely comfortable using the many features that the course platform contains. Students must successfully complete this course prior to enrolling in the Online NLP Practitio-ner Certificate Program.

Online NLP Practitioner Certificate Program Students will receive a certificate of completion after successfully passing the 4-week course. NLP is "how to use the language of the mind to consistently achieve our specific and desired outcomes, by being consciously aware of the things we already do uncon-sciously" (Dr. Matthew B. James). NLP is one of the most advanced technologies today for creating human change both in individuals and in groups.

State of the art interactive technology is used to provide students the ability to network and take advantage of discussion forums and chat capabilities with fellow students from all over the world. Topics covered include the following: Rapport, Milton Model, the Unconscious Mind, Presuppositions, Sensory Acuity, Hierarchy of Ideas, Meta Model, Submodalities, Swish Patterns, Anchors, Strategies, Eye Patterns, Reframing, Parts Integration, and Mapping Across, among many others.

Outcomes AssessmentsThe Instructor is encouraged to explore a variety of evaluation methods, including but not limited to, group discussion, written papers, summaries, case studies, session summaries, current event analysis, and others deemed important to accomplish the objectives.

Online NLP Practitioner Certificate Program

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Know it. Believe it. Make it Reality!™

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Matthew B. James, MA, PhD