College of Vision Education

(Bates Method)

Become a Bates teacher within twelve months

Next course begins with a six day residential
at Felden Lodge
20th-26th July 2008

We are pleased to announce that our next teacher training course will start July 2008. The course will enable students to receive the College Diploma and become qualified Bates teachers within 12 months.

College of Vision Education is an established training school with an international reputation, training teachers in the Bates Method of natural eyesight improvement. The main focus being the practical application of the classical principles of Dr William H. Bates (1860-1931), taught in an up-to-date wholistic way.

Course Content

The course consists of two 6 day residentials and 9 non-residential weekends of Friday evening, all day Saturday and Sunday.

A sample of the course content includes:-

• The fundamental principles as identified by Dr.Bates:-

- rest
- relaxation
- awareness/ attention
- movement
- memory and imagination

• Applying the method regardless of the nature or origin of the eyesight difficulty
• Normal and altered structure and function of the eyes
• The effects of general health on vision
• Introduction to other natural therapies that compliment the Bates Method
• Personal and professional development
• Teaching individuals in all age groups sometimes even very young children
• Supervised teaching practice at the Bates Vision Clinic

Entry Conditions

There are no specific qualifications required, but applicants are expected to write a short account describing their interest in becoming a teacher and their personal vision history.

Regardless of their eyesight all students are advised to have Bates lessons prior to or during the course to enable them to develop a deeper understanding of their own vision.

Requirements for course completion

This includes:

• Class attendance,
• Written and practical assignments,
• Reading,
• Keeping a log book
• Keeping a personal ‘vision’ journal.

Informal and formal assessment is ongoing throughout the course.

On successful completion the graduate teacher will have:-

• A sound understanding of the theory and practice of the Bates Method
• Practical experience in teaching the ‘Method’.
• The knowledge, skill and confidence to set up their own Bates Vision practice

Graduates will be eligible to apply for membership of the Bates Association for Vision Education and the Association of Vision Educators.

Why Natural Vision Education?

The Bates Method provides an holistic approach to understanding the complex nature of eyesight and offers a natural, practical way to maintain and improve vision.

Dr. Bates contended that mental and physical strain in the form of unconscious, tense vision habits and a bored, strained mind is the true cause of all vision problems.  He also maintained that if eyesight could worsen it could improve. He firmly believed that the use of corrective lenses contributed to eyesight deterioration.

In our world where people are becoming more interested in ‘natural health’ the ‘Method’ is becoming an increasingly popular alternative to glasses, contact lenses and laser techniques.

Bates teachers are not optometrists, and as such do not diagnose or prescribe for treatment of eye problems. Clients with eye problems are encouraged to seek such services from their medical eye specialist.

For nearly one hundred years Bates teachers have been helping people to take care of and maintain their naturally good eyesight as a life-long resource.

The co-founders and principal teachers of the College of Vision Education are practising Bates Teachers with many years of experience both as teachers and trainers of teachers.

For further information please contact via:-

Email
batescve@btinternet.com

Telephone
+44(0)1442 862 228 (Margaret)

Website
College of Vision Education (Currently in development)