Introduction to Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM), Yoga and Relaxation Techniques 101

General Course Outline Handout  Lesson One: 

Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) o What is Complementary and Alternative Medicine?o What are the Major Types of Complementary and Alternative Medicine? o Choosing a CAM Practitionero Credentialing, Licensing, and Certifying

Lesson Two:Yoga for Health

o What is Yoga?o What are the Side Effects of Yoga?o What Does the Science Say About Yoga?o Training, Licensing, and Certifications Required for Yoga Teachers

Lesson Three:Relaxation Techniques

o What are Relaxation Techniques?o Important Things to Remembero Information Regarding Relaxation Techniqueso How Do Relaxation Techniques Work?o Status of Research on Relaxation Techniqueso Side Effects and Riskso Training, Licensing, and Certification