Empowering Communities with Non-Chemical Palliative Care
Tau Wellness Cooperative’s Community Wellness Worker (CWW) Program is a transformative, part-time training initiative that equips individuals with culturally respectful, non-invasive, non-chemical palliative care techniques. At the heart of the program is our Trance/Touch/Technique (TTT) model, which blends Hypnotherapy and Reiki with guidance from Indigenous wellness traditions. We are deeply grateful to our Indigenous partners and Reiki Shihans for their contributions in shaping this approach.
Training also includes arts-based healing and trauma-mitigating counseling, designed to build emotional resilience and nurture emotional intelligence. When combined with TTT, these modalities empower Community Wellness Workers to help individuals reduce reliance on pharmaceuticals, manage chronic conditions more effectively, and recover more quickly from illness or medical interventions—whether within formal healthcare settings or community-based wellness programs.
🎯 Who Should Apply?
- Second-year students in any healthcare occupation or profession
- Community elders committed to wellness
- Working adults seeking to change or enhance their career
- Priority placement for Two-Spirit and transgender women
Community Wellness Worker (CWW) or Counseling Hypnotherapist (CHT)
What is the difference between the CWW and the CHT programs?
CWW students train in all the same practices as CHT students, but do not participate in the Monday IACT Certification online classes.
CWW students access all core training materials, read only, no testing.
The CWW certificate is issued by the Tau Wellness Cooperative.
The CHT certificate is issued by the International Association of Counselors and Therapists.
Why It Matters
- Reduces strain on healthcare infrastructure
- Supports chronic pain relief through touch, behavioral, and emotional care
- Creates income opportunities for those on fixed or marginal incomes
- Supports inclusion of Indigenous and community-based palliative care under Bill 26 (HPOA)
🌱 Community Impact
- Accessible Healing: Immediate comfort using Touch/Trance Techniques like the “Reiki Reviver”
- Cultural Revitalization: Integrates ancestral healing practices
- Equity & Inclusion: Prioritizes Two-Spirit and transgender participants
- Living Wage Livelihoods: Graduates can earn income through short-term service contracts
🩺 Benefits for Healthcare Workers
- Builds a Community of Practice among like-minded healers
- Burnout Prevention: Emotional tools for self-care and stress management
- Enhanced Empathy: Deeper patient connections through touch and trance
- Skill Diversification: Adds evidence-informed techniques to care toolkit
- Community Integration: Builds bridges with local healers and wellness workers
🌀 Program Features
- Duration: 3 years (6 terms)
- Format: Blended learning (self-paced online + hands-on weekends)
- Training Time: 18 training weekends (October–March) × 16 hours = 288 hours
- Certification: Community Wellness Worker certificate
Core Modalities
- Impromptu Hypnosis
- Japanese & Western Reiki
- Arts-Based Counseling
- Trance/Touch Technique (TTT)
Trauma-Mitigation Facilitation
Our facilitators are trained in trauma-mitigation practices and prioritize emotional safety, including:
- Consent-based participation
- Sensory-friendly environments
- Grounding and regulation techniques
Inclusive & Adaptive Design
We welcome participants of all abilities and identities. Our spaces and materials are designed to be:
- Neurodivergent-friendly
- Mobility-accessible
- Gender-inclusive and affirming
💸 Cost & Options
Standard Tuition Cost: - $6,000
Flexible Payment Options
Pay-As-You-Go: Monthly payment plans
$160 per month for 36 months
Package Discounts: Save up to 30%
Pay annually $1500
Co-op Members: Reduced tuition for Co-op members
Combine cash and Community Service for best value
Earn Your Learn as Intern
Community Service: Earn Co-op Points (1 point = \$40) by completing Co-op hours
Internship Opportunities: Use your training to help deliver community wellness programs
Flexible Assignments: Choose from a variety of service roles that match your interests and availability
🚀 Ready to Get Started?
Whether you're looking to deepen your healing practice, support your community, or explore a new career path, the CWW Program offers flexible, inclusive, and impactful training.
👉 Register today or invite a friend to participate.
📬 Receive your welcome kit and begin your journey with us.
🌐 Contact us to learn more and get involved.