Lucknow, Ontario, (Lake Huron) Canada
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Certified Professional
Digestive Care Specialist
Practitioner
3 Day Intensive Training to become
a Holistic Practitioner at
Dragonfly Medicine House Retreat
Meals & Accommodation Included.
$1,600
course details
Certified Professional DIGESTIVE CARE SPECIALIST program
In-Person 3 Day in-Person Class $1,600, or Virtual 3 Day Class $1,600
Why is this price so competitive?
The Academy does not have the overhead costs as do other schools. This way we can help our students to afford to more economically set up their practice.
Become a Certified digestive care specialist
through professional education, training and mentoring!
The Academy is dedicated to the advancement of Holistic Health since 1997. We provide the most comprehensive, personalized programs in Ontario, Canada today. Joanne Brophy as your teacher has 40 years experience as a Colon Hydrotherapist, Certified Nutritionist, Certified Herbalist, Holistic Health Educator, and owner of her own natural health clinic since 1983. She is also the founder of the Academy.
Learning Modules
The Course is divided into two Modules:
Module #1 Anatomy of the Digestive Tract, Indigestion, Upper Digestive Issues, Constipation, Diarrhea, Allergies,
Module #2 Autointoxication, Cleansing, Detoxification, Fasting, Rebuilding, Supplements, Vitamins, Minerals, Herbals
Final Exam.
books & Course Notes
The Books and Manual are purchased separately from Amazon, under $100. The Academy takes seriously the passing on of knowledge to students for the continuing advancement of alternative medicine with natural digestive health. All course notes are available to read by students at their leisure through the Student Portal of this website. See below.
All materials are copyrighted !
SMALL CLASSES OR INDIVIDUAL TRAINING
Courses are offered individually, or in a small class of 2-3 students, whether as In-Person Class, or by Virtual Class. Or book an Individual Private Training anytime with a date that suits you best. We are flexible in our Programs!
COURSE DATES
COURSE DATES
The In-Class Course is offered monthly, April through October. Or book an Individual Training with the Academy that suits your own schedule by Virtual or Correspondence. There are NO Winter Classes, but will resume again in the spring. All classes are subject to change. It often is scheduled after the Colon Hydrotherapy Course for those who want to continue on with their educational training.
IN-CLASS INTENSIVE TRAINING DATES
2026
Thursday, April 16 - Sunday, April 19
Thursday, May 14 - Sunday, May 17
Thursday, June 18 - Sunday, June 21
Thursday, July 16 - Sunday, July 19
Thursday, August 13 - Sunday, August 16
Thursday, September 17 - Sunday, September 20
Thursday, October 22 - Sunday, October 25
IN-CLASS SCHEDULE
1st Day - arrival by noon 1/2 day class
2nd Day - full day class
3rd day - 1/2 day class, departure at Noon
PLEASE NOTE: If the above dates are not suitable for you, contact the Academy to arrange an alternative date.
COURSE NOTES SUBSCRIPTION - COMPLIMENTARY
There is no need to take detailed notes at the In-Class Training. All notes from the Modules and In-Class Training are easily accessible with your complimentary Course Notes Subscription on this website for one year after graduation.
Mentorship Program included
Most important... being unlimited mentoring personally by Joanne Brophy for 1 full year after completing the Course. It includes by phone, email, or in person with unlimited time. It provides an opportunity to discuss specific client issues, new programs, modes of practice, and any other related issue, etc. Periodic Virtual Meetings with Joanne and your colleagues who have also taken the Course. Also, included personal guidance at setting up your own website, and linked to this one.
requirements for graduation
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To study both Modules either by Correspondence, Virtual, or In-Person Class.
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Open-book Exam
certification
Diploma issued upon completion of the Course.
It is certified by this Academy, the oldest school in Ontario since 1997 with professional colon hydrotherapy clinic since 1983.
"Certified Professional Digestive Care Specialist"
NOTE: There are no government regulations as a Digestive Care Specialist in alternative medicine across Canada. Check for United States. It is not necessary to have a membership in any Alternative Medicine Association to have a private, professional practice.
registration
how to register
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Contact Joanne at the Academy to answer your questions before registering.
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The Registration Form will be emailed to you.
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Decide how you want to take the course by Correspondence, Virtual, or In-Person Class.
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Email the Registration Form back to the Academy along with a Bank E-transfer for the Full Purchase of the Course or just Module #1 which acts as a Deposit for the Course.
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Information on Module #1 will be emailed to you on how to access the Study Notes on this website at the Student Portal.
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You may purchase Modules #2 when you are ready.
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Book a date with Joanne which would be an Individual 3-Day Intensive Training or in a class with anither student.
COMMITMENT
The Academy makes a commitment to work with you to set up your own practice and to support you to a successful business serving your community in the natural medicine of colon health.
Upgrade your training by also taking our Course to be a "Certified Professional Colon Hydrotherapist."