Therapeutic Facial Gua Sha
(Summer/Fall 2025)
6 CE Credits
NCBTMB Course ID: CE4022466
Tuition: $150
Overview:
Traditional Gua sha applied to the body has been used for centuries to increase circulation, decrease inflammation and promote overall wellness.
Facial Gua sha is a specialized type of Gua sha that specifically targets conditions affecting the face, head and neck, and the tools used are smaller and lighter than traditional Gua sha tools making them easier to use on delicate facial skin.
Used as a beauty treatment to stimulate circulation, move lymph and increase collagen production to minimize fine lines, wrinkles, puffiness and spots, facial Gua sha is also used to treat health challenges such as TMD, Bell's Palsy, sinus conditions, migraines and more.
This class will focus on the proper techniques to improve the overall health and appearance of the face, head and neck, as well as exploring specific acupoints on the face and body to treat headaches/migraines/'tech neck'.
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Here's what you'll learn in this hands-on class:
*The history of Facial Gua sha
*Review the science of Gua sha for the body
*A primer of the musculoskeletal system of the face
*Cautions and contraindications
*The essentials, and basic and specialized techniques of Facial Gua sha
*Protocol for treating headaches/migraines/'tech neck'
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Class size limited to 8 students
Ideal for those who thrive in a less-crowded classroom!
This is a relaxed environment where we may share a few laughs, but please know that teaching you about Gua sha is taken very seriously and you’ll learn lots!
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Choose from one of these dates
(each class runs 10am-5pm)
Sunday, August 17
Monday, October 6
Please bring:​
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This classroom has a limited number of massage tables so you MIGHT be asked to bring a massage table as we get closer to class time (there is an elevator to get to the second floor), along with the following:
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Sheets
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Towels
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Oil/lotion/cream/gel suitable for applying to the face
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NON-POROUS Gua sha tools, such as quartz, rose quartz, amethyst or citrine, and/or metal or ceramic/porcelain (please note that tools made of these materials can be properly disinfected and sanitized).
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If possible, bring a variety of tools in different shapes and materials to experiment with (you will need a selection of tools in your practice to accommodate your client's preferences/comfort).
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Water for hydration throughout the day
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Lunch (there are a few fast-casual restaurants, a Starbucks and a Jewel grocery store nearby)
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Policies:
​Fragrances
In deference to those who may have chemical sensitivities, I ask that you refrain from wearing fragrances or colognes.
Health and Safety
If you are symptomatic, please do not come to class. Symptomatic students (typical cold/flu-like symptoms or loss of taste/smell) may not be in class at any time.
The Peaceful Healing Place is a mask-optional environment.
Attendance
100% attendance is mandatory for continuing education credit. Tardiness by more than 20 minutes of class start time will count as an absence.
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Refunds/Transfer Credit
**Within 5 business days of registering - Cost of tuition minus 10% for processing fees ($135 total refund)
**6 days or more after registering, until day of class - Cost of tuition minus fee of 25% ($112.50 total refund)
**Same day of class, before class begins - Cost of tuition minus 25%+additional fee of $25 ($87.50 total refund)
**After class has started, less than 60% attended - Same fees as above plus pro-rated value of the portion of class attended
**After 60% of class has occurred, or with no-show - No Refund, but transfer credit can be held as per below
TRANSFER: If 0-30% of course has been attended - no fee to transfer
TRANSFER: When 30-60% of course has been attended - $50 fee to transfer
TRANSFER: After 60% of class has been attended - No transfer allowed, but student may repeat class at 1/2 price