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Advanced Facial Acupuncture Certification: Advanced Applications of Anti-Aging & Neuromuscular Techniques with Michelle Gellis
7 February, 2025, 9:30 am - 9 February, 2025, 5:30 pm
CERTIFICATION WORKSHOP OVERVIEW
Join Michelle Gellis AP acupuncturist, and internationally renowned author, for a comprehensive three-day in-person workshop that goes beyond cosmetic acupuncture. This advanced certification course combines cutting-edge cosmetic and neuromuscular acupuncture techniques, microneedling, facial cupping, gua sha, and holistic facial rejuvenation.
To get the most out of your time with an expert like Michelle, every participant will recieive complimentary access to the recorded lectures and demonstrations from the 2024 event (sold seperately for $810, plus you’ll get the extra 10 CPD points).
This hybrid format allows students to listen to the recorded lectures ahead of time at their own pace and then show up for three full days of demonstrations, review and hands-on practice. At the end you will be presented with a certificate in recognition of your advanced training with Michelle.
HIGHLIGHTS
Advanced Techniques: Learn protocols for anti-aging facial acupuncture, microneedling, facial cupping, and gua sha.
Neuromuscular Focus: Treat facial conditions such as Bell’s palsy, TMJD, stroke recovery and more through specialised acupuncture techniques targeting motor points and facial muscles.
Updated Content for 2025: New material on neuromuscular applications and advanced aesthetic techniques.
Hands-On Practice: Engage in lectures, demonstrations, and practical application to enhance your skills and confidence.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
– Holistic techniques to lift, tone, and rejuvenate the face naturally.
– Stimulate collagen production, improve circulation, and address skin conditions such as acne and scars.
– Neuromuscular acupuncture protocols to support muscle tone and function.
– Facial cupping and gua sha for lymphatic drainage, reducing puffiness, and improving skin texture.
– How to design comprehensive treatment plans integrating aesthetic and therapeutic approaches.
HOW YOU’LL BE ABLE HELP YOUR PATIENTS
– Treat neuromuscular conditions like Bell’s palsy, TMJD, stroke and more
– Erase fine lines, deeper wrinkles diminished
– Lift sagging eye lids, reduce bags/circles
– Firm jowls and minimize double chin
– Improve muscle tone and increase collagen production
– Eliminate puffiness by improving metabolism and eliminating excess fluids
– Improve hormonal balance, benefits acne
– Increase circulation of blood and lymph to the face and improves facial color
– Moisturize the skin and tighten pores
– Significantly reduce the appearance of scars and age spots
– Slow the aging process from within
– Reduce stress evident in the face
– Promote overall health and well being
WHAT YOU WILL GET WHEN YOU BOOK YOUR TICKET
– 3 days of hands-on facial acupuncture training with industry expert Michelle Gellis.
– Access to the recorded lectures and demonstrations from the 2024 event (normally sells for $810). This material is a prerequisite to review before the event so that you can easily follow along and get the most out of the practical training. You will have 5 years unlimited access to this.
– A pdf copy of the neuromuscular protocols to review.
– A pdf copy of Michelle’s microneedling chapter from her new book.
– A certificate to recognise your studies of advanced facial acupuncture techniques and strategies, boosting your credibility.
– 19.5 CPD points for the live event, plus 10 CPD for the prerequisite online course (complete the quiz at any time within 5 years to get your certificate).
COURSE SCHEDULE
DAY ONE
MORNING SESSION:
Review
- Review of Facial Acupuncture Recorded Lectures including Protocols-Points-Contraindications
- Review of needle techniques, insertion angles, threading, and point selection based on skin type and condition.
- Discussion Q&A
Demonstration
- Live demonstration of a full facial acupuncture treatment and techniques by Michelle
- Participants practice facial acupuncture techniques on each other under supervision.
Hands-on Practice
- Specific focus will be on developing precision and confidence in needle placement.
- Supervision and assessment is instrumental to better treatment and safety outcomes, for example neck and specific intramuscular and fascia needling points.
AFTERNOON SESSION:
Hands-On Practice Continues
- Participants practice facial acupuncture techniques on each other under supervision.
- Specific focus will be on developing precision and confidence in needle placement. Supervision and assessment is instrumental to better treatment and safety outcomes, for example neck and specific intramuscular and fascia needling points.
Microneedling Demonstration
- Introduction to microneedling concepts and benefits for skin rejuvenation.
- Live demonstration of microneedling techniques, including depth, pressure, and aftercare protocols.
- MICRONEEDLING Demonstration only: Micropen purchase is optional
- How to use the Aculift micropen and for what conditions
- Where to needle on the face and how for the best effect
- Using the correct settings for what conditions – frequency and intensity of the pen (effects)
- What to do and what not to do
- Products which support microneedle pen use
DAY TWO
MORNING SESSION:
Cupping and Gua Sha Lecture
- In-depth lecture on the history, theory, and benefits of cupping and gua sha in cosmetic acupuncture.
- Overview of various cupping and gua sha techniques for greatest efficacy along with the best tools used for treatment.
Demonstration
- Live demonstration of cupping and gua sha applications on the face and neck.
- Discussion on integrating these techniques with facial acupuncture for enhanced results.
AFTERNOON SESSION:
Hands-On Practice
- Participants practice cupping and gua sha techniques in pairs or threes, with guidance from instructors.
- Focus on assessing skin type and tailoring techniques to individual patient needs.
Advanced Techniques Lecture and Demo
- Introduction to advanced facial rejuvenation techniques for difficult to treat conditions such as deeper wrinkles, neck lines and jowls.
- Facial Motor points, advanced threading and submuscular needling will be presented.
- Live demonstration of advanced techniques
DAY THREE
MORNING SESSION
Neuromuscular Techniques (New Material)
- Neuro Techniques Lecture
- Comprehensive lecture on the principles of neuromuscular acupuncture and its applications in facial aesthetics.
- Discussion of the nervous system’s role in facial muscle tone and expression.
Demonstration
- Live demonstration of neuromuscular techniques, including scalp acupuncture.
AFTERNOON SESSION:
Hands-On Practice
- Participants practice neuromuscular techniques alongside advanced facial acupuncture techniques. Supervision.
- Emphasis on integrating techniques learned throughout the course for a holistic treatment approach.
About Michelle Gellis (AP, LAc, MAc, DiplAc)
Michelle Gellis is a Licensed Acupuncture Physician, and An Author. Currently on Doctoral Faculty at Yo San University (Los Angeles) she is former Faculty and Clinic Supervisor at the Maryland University of Integrative Health (2005-2019). Michelle teaches facial acupuncture classes internationally and has been published in prominent acupuncture publications such as the Journal of Chinese Medicine. Throughout her career Michelle has been sought out to lecture by numerous prestigious national and international organizations such as Pacific Symposium, The Florida State Oriental Medical Association, The Acupuncture Association of Chartered Physiotherapists (UK), China Books (AU), and American Acupuncture Council. Michelle’s brings a vibrant teaching style and breadth of knowledge of facial and cosmetic acupuncture encompassing safety, ethics, theory, history, point location, and unique precision needling techniques. Her upcoming book: Treating the Face: A Comprehensive Guide for Acupuncturists, and Health Professionals will be released in October 2024. Her classes can be found at FacialAcupunctureclasses.com
DETAILS
Date: Friday 7th of February 2025 – Sunday 9th February 2025
Time: 9am – 5.30pm daily
Venue: Vibe Hotel, 111 Goulburn Street SYDNEY
CPD: 29.5 total CPD – 19.5 live CPD + 10 online CPD
Included: Notes, Morning Tea, Afternoon Tea
EARLY BIRD SPECIAL PRICE (offer ends 10/01/2025)
Practitioner: $1700
Student (Full Time – Undergraduate): $1500
REGULAR PRICING
Practitioner: $2000
Student (Full Time – Undergraduate): $1800
Terms and Conditions *Early Bird: Full payment is required 4 weeks prior to the start of the Seminar and Workshop. *Registrations cancelled up to two weeks prior to the seminar will be refunded less 20% (admin fee). We regret that refunds are not otherwise possible.
RECORDING If you wish to purchase for the recording only, please contact us to register your name. We will inform you that it will be available to purchase once it is ready. Please allow 3-4 weeks after the live seminar end date for the recording to be released.
Recording (Revisit) Access Fee for live participants and recording purchase – 5 years: $99