Yoga Instruction
The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Yoga Instruction is designed to prepare students to become qualified yoga instructors. Includes a foundation in the theory, traditions and practice of yoga, knowledge of anatomy and biomechanics as applied to yoga instruction, instructional methodology in the art of teaching yoga poses (asanas) as part of a yoga practice, and mentored teaching experience.
Details
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.
Students must enroll in a yoga (YOG) physical practice course each semester.
This pathway map will help you gain the expertise needed to:
- Practice industry accepted professional and ethical behavior.
- Demonstrate techniques and modifications to achieve an effective and safe personal yoga practice.
- Utilize effective written and oral communication skills in accordance with the professional conventions within the field of yoga.
- Apply a variety of movement techniques based in biomechanics to assess the skill level of yoga students and provide appropriate modifications.
- Analyze yoga philosophy, historical roots, current issues and trends in personal and professional yoga practice.
- Develop strategies for yoga instruction grounded in established theories, philosophies and guidelines.
- Implement strategies for yoga instruction grounded in established theories, philosophies and guidelines.
- Apply evaluative feedback to refine teaching approaches and style.
Successful completion of this certificate may lead to employment in a variety of different occupations and industries. Below are examples of related occupations with associated Maricopa County-based annual median wages* for this certificate. Education requirements vary for the occupations listed below, so you may need further education or degrees in order to qualify for some of these jobs and earn the related salaries. Please visit with an academic advisor and/or program director for additional information. You can click on any occupation to view the detail regarding education level, wages, and employment information.
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Course Sequence by Term
The following is the suggested course sequence by term. Please keep in mind:
- Students should meet with an academic advisor to develop an individual education plan that meets their academic and career goals. Use the Pathway Planner tool in your Student Center to manage your plan.
- The course sequence is laid out by suggested term and may be affected when students enter the program at different times of the year.
- Initial course placement is determined by current district placement measures and/or completion of 100-200 level course and/or program requirements.
- Degree and transfer seeking students may be required to successfully complete a MCCCD First Year Experience Course (FYE) within the first two semesters at a MCCCD College. Courses include FYE101 and FYE103. Course offerings will vary by college. See an academic, program, or faculty advisor for details.
Option 1 Sequence
Part-time status is 11 credit hours or less
Fall Semester (Term 1)
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| YOG101 | Beginning Yoga | 1 | |||
| YOG102 | Intermediate Yoga | 1 | |||
| YOG130 | Yoga and the Body | 2 | |||
| YOG150 | Tradition and Practice of Yoga I | 2 | |||
| YOG170 | Teaching Yoga: Level I | Critical course Gateway course | 2 | ||
| YOG171 | Teaching Yoga: Level II | 2 |
Spring Semester (Term 2)
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WED162 | Meditation and Wellness | 1 | |||
| YOG101 or YOG201 | Beginning Yoga or Advanced Yoga | 1 | |||
| YOG102 | Intermediate Yoga | 1 | |||
| YOG172 | Teaching Yoga: Level III | Critical course Gateway course | 2 | ||
| YOG250 | Tradition and Practice of Yoga II | 2 | |||
| YOG274 | Teaching Yoga: Practicum | 2 |
Option 2 Sequence
Part-time status is 11 credit hours or less
Fall Semester (Term 1)
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| YOG101 | Beginning Yoga | 1 | |||
| YOG130 | Yoga and the Body | 2 | |||
| YOG150 | Tradition and Practice of Yoga I | 2 |
Spring Semester (Term 2)
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WED162 | Meditation and Wellness | 1 | |||
| YOG101 or YOG201 | Beginning Yoga or Advanced Yoga | 1 | |||
| YOG250 | Tradition and Practice of Yoga II | 2 |
Fall Semester (Term 3)
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| YOG102 | Intermediate Yoga | 1 | |||
| YOG170 | Teaching Yoga: Level I | Critical course Gateway course | 2 | ||
| YOG171 | Teaching Yoga: Level II | 2 |
Spring Semester (Term 4)
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| YOG102 | Intermediate Yoga | 1 | |||
| YOG172 | Teaching Yoga: Level III | Critical course Gateway course | 2 | ||
| YOG274 | Teaching Yoga: Practicum | 2 |
Gateway Course = Generally the first major-specific course in a pathway.
Critical Course = A course that is highly predictive of future success in a pathway.
Students must earn a grade of C or better for all courses required within the program.
Course Sequence total credits may differ from the program information located on the MCCCD curriculum website due to program and system design.
View MCCCD’s official curriculum documentation for additional details regarding the requirements of this award (https://aztransmac2.asu.edu/cgi-bin/WebObjects/MCCCD.woa/wa/freeForm11?id=180524).
At Maricopa, we strive to provide you with accurate and current information about our degree and certificate offerings. Due to the dynamic nature of the curriculum process, course and program information is subject to change. As a result, the course list associated with this degree or certificate on this site does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. If you are interested in pursuing this degree or certificate, we encourage you to meet with an advisor to discuss the requirements at your college for the appropriate catalog year.