Holis Institute for Ecological Living

Do You Want to Design the Future?

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If you want to use your creativity to help others and create a better world....you are in the right place.

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Certificate Training Program in

Ecological Design

GREEN LIVING - FENG SHUI - ENVIRONMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY

HOLIS INSTITUTE offers a truly unique program that teaches Green Design, Feng Shui, & Environmental Psychology, in a fully integrated curriculum for design that is healthy, stylish, and sustainable.

The need for Ecological Design has become urgent. Global warming and environmental toxicity are directly related to the way we have chosen to live. Researchers predict that the next fifty years could determine the fate of life on this planet. The future is literally in our hands.

The Holis Institute offers the most innovate curriculum anywhere. You will learn from renowned specialists in the field, who passionately embrace the need for healthy design, and will share the edge of 21st Century Design:

Green Design: for organic, environment-friendly buildings
Feng Shui: for harmonious, empowering spaces
Environmental Psychology: for a house that truly is a Home

As an Ecological Design consultant, you will help others take an active role in improving their well-being and happiness, within this country and across the world. This education in ecological living is unlink anything you have ever experienced.

TAKE THIS QUIZ!

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Is the study of Ecological Design right for you, right now? Try this quiz!

( ) yes ( ) no 1. I am personally committed to the health of the Planet.

( ) yes ( ) no 2. I would like to use my creativity to improve the quality of life.

( ) yes ( ) no 3. I have been interested in interior design/architecture for a long time, and want to develop this interest.

( ) yes ( ) no 4. I recognize that the quality of a person's environment can deeply affect them.

( ) yes ( ) no 5. I am sensitive to the environmental conditions around me.

( ) yes ( ) no 6. I would really enjoy sharing my interest in design and holistic topics with others.

( ) yes ( ) no 7. I value the feeling of "home."

( ) yes ( ) no 8. I am ready to expand my professional options.

( ) yes ( ) no 9. I believe that most people need to be more educated about the impact that they have on the environment.

( ) yes ( ) no 10. I believe that the way a person creates their home can be deep form of self-expression for them.

Tally your responses!

If you answered "YES" to 7 - 10 of these questions: the study of Ecological Design seems like a perfect fit for you.

If you answered "YES" to 4 - 6 of these questions: there is probably something of real value in this work for you, and should really find out more.

If you answered "YES" to 1 - 3 of these questions: While this might not be your main interest right now, you might still benefit from exploring these topics at some point.

ECO-DESIGN TRAINING WEEKENDS

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We believe that adults should have access to valuable education, and be able to develop their professional potential, without having to miss a lot of work, or use up all of their vacation days! For this reason, our program conveniently meets eight weekends a year, from October to June.

All weekends are held in New York City, with field trips throughout the metro area. We are strong believers that, in order to understand ecological design, students must pursue their learning in both in the classroom and "out in the field."

The weekend class times are Saturday and Sunday from 10 am to 6 pm. In this way, you will still have time on weekend nights to relax before the next "school day."

The weekend training contains a combination of lectures, presentations, field trips, and on-site consultations. In order to make the learning process practical and “alive”, the weekends include different aspects of "hands on" work.

CERTIFICATION AND CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

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Our program is not just a survey course--it is a "hands on" training program. Our aim is for you to work confidently and successfully in the field of design and ecological living.

The education you will receive at Holis will not only give you important theory and background, you will gain the opportunity for plenty of "hands on" experience. You will meet specialists, interact with important resources, practice your design skills, and "learn the ropes" with actual clients in their homes. This is more than just an education--it is actual experience in an exciting and developing field.

Certification is granted to those students who demonstrate an aptitude and facility with these methods, and a drive to put these valuable theories and resources to work.

To help you thrive as a consultant, we will also be teaching you the means for marketing yourself in this field, so you might even be working with your own clients before you graduate.

Sample projects that some of our students have undertaken include:

Renovation of an entire wing of a hospital, to bring feng shui design and healthy elements to the health care facility
A workshop series on the emotional impact of design and architecture
A speaking series at Home Depot in New York on healthy design
A professional practice that integrates healthy design with nutrition and wellness
A study of the design needs for the elderly

And much more. This is not only a fascinating field of study--it also seems to attract fascinating people, who want to use their creative talents to improve life for others.

Would you like to join us?

LEARN A UNIQUE APPROACH TO DESIGN

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The Holis Institute is a truly unique school that integrates teachings in Green Design, feng shui, and environmental psychology. This holistic curriculum gives you a new perception on the environment which can be deeply healing and sustainable.

GREEN DESIGN recognizes the importance of utilizing organic, sustainable materials in the construction and decor of our spaces. When we "Go Green", we are creating environments that both serve the Planet and serve our own best interests as well.

FENG SHUI is both an art and a science, to design spaces that align with Nature, and that empower us with life's fundamental laws of balance and harmony. With feng shui, a space can be both stylish and healthy.

ENVIRONMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY explores the deep, symbiotic relationship between humans and their environments. We naturally create our spaces as reflections of our own inner, emotional landscapes, and we can work with our environments to support our greatest values and needs.

The combination of these three elements can bring us into harmony with ourselves and with Nature. What is good for the Planet is ultimately what is best for us. The science of Ecological Design gives us the tools.

CLASS STRUCTURE

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CLASS SCHEDULE

The new classes for the training program begin in OCTOBER, 2009.

In order for the classes to run smoothly, it is of the utmost importance that we begin classes on time. All students will need to arrive 15 – 30 minutes ahead of start times, to give opportunity to get settled and organized.

Please give yourself enough time to navigate traffic and directions, so that you can arrive early for classes.

CLASS LOCATION

Our classrooms are located in midtown Manhattan, close to public transportation. This gives us the opportunity for both classroom learning, and also experiential work within reach of the NYC subway system!

MEAL TIMES

Lunch times are 60 - 90 minutes each, Saturday and Sunday. There are a number of restaurants and deli’s in the vicinity of the training site. Students are also welcome to bring their own lunches and eat in the classrooms.

Occasionally, we may choose to have lunch while on-site for a consultation or field trip, which will be decided in advance.

CLASS TUITION

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Students may decide to pay the course fees in one or nine installments, and all payments are made either by credit card or post-dated checks, to allow for greatest efficiency. If you would like to consolidate and reduce the number of remaining payments at any point in the year, please contact the school director.

If you have elected to pay in more than one installment, and are going to pay by check, please be sure to bring post-dated checks for the rest of the year to your first class. These can be submitted to the course registrar on Saturday morning of the first class.

Bonuses for early enrollment apply. Please contact the Holis office directly for this year's tuition fees.

CLASS CALENDAR

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The programs at the Holis Institute meet eight weekends per year, from October to June. This schedule is designed specifically for busy professionals, who want to develop their education and career possibilities with an easy class structure.

ECOLOGICAL DESIGN TRAINING, 2009-2010

Weekend 1: October 24 and 25

Weekend 2: December 5 and 6

Weekend 3: January 23 and 24

Weekend 4: February 20 and 21

Weekend 5: March 27 and 28

Weekend 6: April 24 and 25

Weekend 7: May 22 and 23

Weekend 8: June 26 and 27

OUR FACULTY

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CORE FACULTY

E. J. SHAFFERT, MFA, CCET
Director, Holis Institute
Author, Feng Shui and Money

E.J. is an environmental therapist and design consultant, committed to design for a healthy planet. A published author, he has been leading educational programs for over 20 years and has been honored with five grants from the National Endowment for the Humanities.

JANUS WELTON, AIA, BBEC
Architect

Janus is an Eco-Architect, with certification from the International Institute of Building Biology and Ecology and the American Feng Shui Institute. She grounds the often complex concepts of ecological design and assessment in her architectural and interior design projects.

R. D. CHIN, M.Arch, BSCE
Architect, designer
Author, Feng Shui Revealed

R.D. is a New York State architect, certified NCIDQ interior designer, and feng shui consultant. He maintains an international consulting and teaching practice. His approach is to integrate the heart with the mind, while maintaining a holistic perspective of an individual's space and situation.

IN ADDITION: We also engage with a variety of special guest teachers, who are chosen for the depth of their specialized focus. At Holis, we are proud to be a hub for some of the most vital and influential resources in the field of ecological design.

CONTACT US

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At Holis, we take a lot of pride in our students and their accomplishments. If you are thinking of joining us in this important work, we would enjoy hearing from you, and having the opportunity to share our love for holistic design.

Please contact us by email: info@holisinstitute.org

Or call our office in New York: (212) 714-4587.

We look forward to speaking with you soon!

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The field of Green Design and Holistic Living is quickly evolving, and we are constantly bringing in new ideas, resources, and note-worthy news.

To help maintain our web of connection, we regularly publish an internet newsletter, ECO TIP OF THE WEEK.

To receive your own copy of this e-zine, Contact Us: info@holisinstitute.org