Come forth into the Light of things, Let Nature be your Teacher. — William Wordsworth
Flower Essence Society
Professional Course Thursday evening, July 12 through Monday, July 16, 2018 At Terra Flora, garden sanctuary of FES in Nevada City, California
The FES Professional Course is designed for practitioners with some previous training or experience with flower essence therapy. This is a special opportunity to develop knowledge and skills in flower essence therapy by combining practical and theoretical teachings, informational and experiential learning, flower essence plant studies and therapeutic profiles, counseling methods and inner work. We offer a program of professional quality, in which intellect, feeling and imagination are honored and cultivated. Our highly acclaimed training and certification program has been offered annually since 1982, and has been attended by practitioners from around the world.
“Thank you so much for the time and care you put into sharing your knowledge during the FES Professional Course. I truly appreciate the organization and attention to detail you have created in the classroom and on your land. The time I spent at Terra Flora was invaluable to me. Through your curriculum, I learned so much about myself. And the waves of knowledge continue to lap upon me more than one month later.” — Clare Gardner Nieto, Minneapolis, MN Herbalist & Flower Essence Practitioner www.claregardnernieto.com
Highlights of the Professional Course Patricia Kaminski teaching in the classroom
• Philosophical/historical basis for flower essence therapy • In-depth profiles of leading flower essences and formulas • Nature walks and plant study in the Terra Flora gardens • Principles of flower essence selection, formulation and application • Practical experience assessing and selecting flower essences • The MetaFlora Map of the Soul as a blueprint for flower essence therapy • The Client-Practitioner Relationship in flower essence therapy • Treating special populations: children, elderly, animals • Clinical case reports and leading research from FES For more details of the course content see www.flowersociety.org/pro-course-curric.html
Instructors Richard Katz and Patricia Kaminski are married and professional partners, and directors of the Flower Essence Society since 1980. Through the Society, they organize and inspire many educational, research, and publishing efforts throughout the world. Richard and Patricia are authors of numerous articles and books about flower essences, including the best-selling Flower Essence Repertory, now in its fifth edition and translated into six different languages. Richard and Patricia have traveled extensively, giving seminars throughout the world on flower essence therapy. They also manage Flower Essence Services, which produces flower essences and herbal products at Terra Flora, their 27-acre Certified Biodynamic® / organic garden and wildlife sanctuary in the northern Sierra Nevada foothills of Nevada City, California.
Registration Enrollment for the course is limited and early registration is advised. Once you are accepted into the course, please make your own travel and accommodation arrangements (see below). Please contact the Flower Essence Society class registrar Jann Garitty (classes@flowersociety.org) with any questions about course content, schedule, the certification program, or any other policies. The questionnaire included with the registration form is absolutely essential; without the completed questionnaire, your application will not be processed. The online registration forms are found at: https://flowersociety.wufoo.com/forms/2018-fes-professional-course-cr-card/ (payment by credit card) https://flowersociety.wufoo.com/forms/2018-fes-professional-course-ch/ (payment by check / bank transfer)
Fees • Cost is $950 for the five-day workshop and includes four catered lunches. • Breakfasts, dinners, accommodations and travel costs are additional.
Payment and cancellation policy Fees are due at the time of registration. Our classes are located at Terra Flora, which serves as a home, garden site and cottage work facility. We limit the size of our classes in order to facilitate an atmosphere of social warmth and nature experience. You are urged to enroll early, as there is sometimes a waiting list later. Please note our cancellation fee policy: • Through June 12, 2018: We will issue a refund less a $150 cancellation fee. • Starting June 13, 2018: If we are able to fill your reserved space, we will issue a refund, less a $150 administrative fee. No credit will be issued if it is not possible to fill your reservation, or if notice of cancellation is not furnished prior to the class.
Meals Tuition includes buffet style lunches, morning snacks and herbal teas. We offer minimally processed and seasonally appropriate organic food. While we strive for enough variety to meet most dietary preferences, if you have highly specialized or severely restricted dietary needs, we recommend that you bring additional food with you each day. For daily breakfasts and dinners, we will provide you with a list of local restaurants and natural food stores at which you can dine or purchase deli items or groceries.
Transportation The nearest airport is Sacramento International Airport (SMF), which is about a 1.5 hour drive from Nevada City. If you do not rent a car, shuttle service from and to the airport can be arranged with SuperShuttle, 800-258-3826 www.supershuttle. com. You can also reserve a door-to-door ride with Nevada County Airporter, 530575-7011, www.ncairporter.com; Foothills Shuttle and Charter, 530-432-3235; or Folsom Lake Express (916) 984-3046 www.folsomlakeexpress.com. However, please note that it may be less expensive to rent a car from the airport. Important note: for arrival Thursday, July 12, taking into account possible delays, etc., please be sure your flight schedules allows adequate travel time from the airport to your place of accommodation, and from there to Terra Flora, in order to arrive on time for the start of the class. All participants enrolling in this seminar will be asked to participate in carpooling from common points of departure in the downtown area of Nevada City. You will be given carpooling information after your registration has been completed and the logistics for the class are fully evaluated. For this reason, as mentioned above, if one does not have a personal or rental car, please reserve at one of the accommodations in central Nevada City. After you have registered, been accepted into the seminar, and made your travel plans, please fill out the travel form at this link: https://flowersociety. wufoo.com/forms/fes-class-participant-travel-accommodations.
“It was so lovely, and transformational, and educational to spend the week there training with you both. I am so excited to make this connection. Thanks again so much for your work in the world, and for our time spent together.” — Elissa Mendenhall, ND Director, Amenda Clinic Portland, OR
“Since I have taken the Professional Course, I have been through many changes and breakthroughs, and I am very grateful for all that you have shared with me during our class. You are inspirational and the power of flower essences is profound!” — Jill Barnattan Redway, CA
“The FES Professional Course was the most wonderful event, attended by such devoted and kind practitioners. I am so very grateful that I could be there at this time. I send my deepest gratitude and praise to Patricia and Richard and all of the FES Team for every detail of such a well-taught program. And, as well to all the elemental spirits of Terra Flora who shine so brightly under your amazing care.” — Anna-Maria Pierce Nevada City, CA
Schedule, arrival and departure The majority of the professional seminar is conducted during the daytime hours. Friday, Sunday and Monday evenings are left open for dinner, relaxation and assimilation of the class presentations. The seminar does begin with an evening session on Thursday, July 12, and there will also be an optional evening program on Saturday, July 14.
Course begins Thursday evening, July 12 You will be joining a carpool at approximately 6:45 PM from your assigned point of departure. When you arrive at Terra Flora, you need to check in at the classroom to receive your class materials. The Thursday evening session is an important orientation to the whole of the seminar. This session will begin promptly at 7:30 PM and last until approximately 9:30 PM.
Course concludes Monday evening, July 16 The class ends around 6:30 PM on Monday evening, July 16th. The conclusion is a vital part of the program – please do not plan to leave before this time. Unless you live in the local region, it is recommended that you spend the evening resting and assimilating the course information, and plan to depart at a convenient time on Tuesday, July 17th. You may also wish to extend your stay and enjoy the many scenic attractions of the Sierra foothills and mountains.
“In all my travels around the world, I have been to very few places with such an overwhelming sensation of peace and serenity. I felt warmth – an energy that I had not experienced before. I am very grateful to have been in your Nature Sanctuary and participate in your course.” — Renan Bornancin, Curitiba, Parana, Brazil
Accommodations
Beltane Community House at Terra Flora We are pleased to offer an opportunity to lodge directly on the Terra Flora grounds at Beltane Community House. There are a small number of shared rooms which are available on a first-come first-served basis. Beltane House includes a large community kitchen, common dining and living room areas, and six bathrooms, some of which are private in the rooms, and some shared by more than one room. The classroom is located upstairs from the student rooms. After registering, please inquire about availability, descriptions and pricing.
Accommodations in Nevada City or Grass Valley For other accommodations, please book early, as Nevada City is a popular tourist destination in the summer. For listings, visit the Nevada City Chamber of Commerce website, www.nevadacitychamber.com or the nearby Grass Valley Chamber of Commerce at www.grassvalleychamber.com. If you do not have a personal or rental car, please reserve at one of the accommodations in central Nevada City, to be able to connect with a car pool to Terra Flora. Convenient camping facilities in Nevada City can be found at https://inntowncampground.com Please note that FES does not coordinate accommodations at commercial establishments other than for our own Beltane House; these are chosen and arranged by each participant. Please direct questions to your travel agent, or your place of lodging. Also, we do not arrange for shuttles or other travel arrangements. “We are writing to thank you for your teaching during the FES Professional Course. We deeply feel your presence in our hearts and we want to express our gratitude for all that we received. As we integrate your knowledge, your dedication, and your experience, we feel that they become an instrument that contains such a powerful opportunity of inner awakening of ourselves and others.” — Shanta & Jagadeesh Franklin, North San Juan, CA
Practitioner Certification Program Graduates of the FES Professional Course are eligible for the optional Practitioner Certification Program The FES Certification Program is offered as a post-course option for all participants who complete the FES Professional Course. This program is intended to add depth, documentation skills and objective professionalism to your flower essence practice. It also contributes to the important research and clinical documentation that is essential to the recognition of flower essence therapy as a valid holistic practice. Detailed information regarding the Certification Program can be found online here: http://www.flowersociety.org/certification-overview.html
Step 1 Attendance and participation in the major segments of the FES Professional Course.
Step 2 Participation in the optional Certification Program involving the following components: • Three in-depth case studies, with client documentation and practitioner commentary, according to the criteria outlined in the certification materials. OR Independent Study Option for Social Service Work – Independently designed program, with populations in need or with a particular therapeutic issue in a social context. Prior approval by FES is required for this option. • Completion of the Plant Study, which is introduced during the Professional Course and completed after the program. • Archetypal Character Study – A paper devoted to a public personality, artistic or literary character, discussing key qualities and phenomena that reflect the archetypal attributes of a particular flower essence. • A reading fee of US $300, payable when the case materials are submitted for review. • The deadline for submitting the certification materials is one year following the course. However, time extensions can be granted if the participant makes a request proposing a new specific deadline.
Step 3 Following completion of the Certification Program: After your certification work is complete, Patricia Kaminski or Richard Katz will personally review and discuss your case work through a telephone consultation or optional in-person interview. Upon successful completion of the certification program, participants receive a handsome certificate from the Flower Essence Society, and are invited to register as certified practitioners in the FES Practitioner Referral Network.
“Studying with you had a profound impact on me...I have taken a lot of training over the years – including a BA from an Ivy League university and a Master’s in Fine Arts. The FES Practitioner Certificate is one of only two diplomas that I’ve actually framed. Your certificate means so much to me – it so enriched me in body and soul.” — Nancy Kern, Houston, TX “I look forward to completing the requirements for the certification program. I genuinely and whole-heartedly enjoyed my experience at your lovely Terra Flora. I feel a deep gratitude for your work and your incredible commitment to our beautiful Mother Earth.” — Mary Bixler, Naperville, IL
The Flower Essence Society 800-736-9222 (USA) 530-265-9163 classes@flowersociety.org www.flowersociety.org
“I want to express my heartfelt gratitude and appreciation for the FES Professional Course. I experienced so many magical, aligned, and serendipitous experiences at Terra Flora. I’ve attended a LOT of trainings and seen dozens of practitioners – none compare to the knowledge and healing I received at Terra Flora. I am in awe of what you’ve co-created. Thank you for sharing your gifts. It’s an honor to carry your work into the world. I look forward to my next visit.” — Amy Charnay, Santa Rosa, CA