We have decades of study, professional experience and academic innovation invested in providing the courses you need to succeed. We take an avid interest in your progress, create an environment that forges life-long relationships and strive to provide an experience that includes academic greatness, personal insights and fun.
ICOHS College is a non-profit, vocational training college offering IT Certifications and Holistic Health Certifications in Downtown San Diego. Request information to start a new meaningful career path and schedule a complimentary class!. Schedule an appointment to meet with your admissions representative in person at ICOHS College.
ICOHS College is a non-profit, vocational training college offering IT Certifications and Holistic Health Certifications in Downtown San Diego. Request information to start a new meaningful career path and schedule a complimentary class!. Schedule an appointment to meet with your admissions representative in person at ICOHS College.
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We understand the importance of not only practicing in your future profession, but feeling confident in your new abilities. With a massage clinic on-site and hands-on information technology labs, we make sure that you feel prepared in your new career. As a nonprofit college we care more about you and less about the bottom line.
ICOHS College is committed to providing education and professional career training that is relevant, practical and meaningful. Education is facilitated in a dynamic, compassionate, and personalized environment whereby students are inspired through pursuit of a path of balance to reach their fullest growth potential.
ICOHS College was originally founded by Doug Peterson in 1984 as the Institute of Health Sciences. Under the direction of Seymour Koblin and the Board of Directors, the name of the school changed to The School of Healing Arts to better reflect the community-oriented vision of holistic health.
For over 30 years, the School of Healing Arts has played an important role in helping students receive training in the field of Eastern and Western approaches to massage, nutrition, herbs, exercise and other holistic health modalities.The Board of Directors, envisioned the School of Healing Arts expanding internationally.
For over 30 years, the School of Healing Arts has played an important role in helping students receive training in the field of Eastern and Western approaches to massage, nutrition, herbs, exercise and other holistic health modalities.The Board of Directors, envisioned the School of Healing Arts expanding internationally.
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Discover all the tools at your disposal-everything you need from day one to the day you graduate. At ICOHS College, students are our priority because students come first. Our staff is available to help you navigate your ICOHS experience and ensure you have the tools needed to be successful in your studies and launch a winning career.
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Mademoiselle N.
Jun 17, 2019
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I attended ICOHS after quitting my job working on Helicopters and 5 years in the Navy to pursue a more holistic lifestyle. I had slight interest in massage therapy but never knew that my passion for bodywork would grow this big. I started out with adjustments during yoga teacher training before ICOHS. That's when I realized I had a slight interest in massage.
I had no big expectations attending ICOHS but after finally getting cleared for graduation completing my HHP program, I feel completely different. The teachers at ICOHS have brought so much awareness, knowledge, and empowerment into
I had no big expectations attending ICOHS but after finally getting cleared for graduation completing my HHP program, I feel completely different. The teachers at ICOHS have brought so much awareness, knowledge, and empowerment into
Eliana M.
Apr 29, 2019
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I would give it 5 except for one bad teacher that I had. Everyone and everything else was amazing but hiring Jay Hobbes and letting him teach with 0 teaching experience brought the quality of the school. While he might be a successful TCM practioner, he is an awful teacher that doesn't fit the vibe of the school at all. The school is super friendly, positive, safe, and fun EXCEPT for his bad attitude. He doesn't teach, he rants his opinions and disrespects previous teachers lesson plans. He's on his phone during presentations and was the one class I dreaded going to. If you get him
Alan W.
Sep 05, 2018
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I can't sing enough praise for the staff at ICoHS. I contacted them only a few days in advance about an opportunity to visit the school with our athletes while we were in town. The administration was extremely helpful in setting up a time for us to come in and was able to organize several massage therapists that utilized multiple techniques including sports massage and Swedish massage, to help maximize our players recovery from trainings and lifting sessions.
Paulo, Shari, Loriel and Brent took top notch care of our guys. They were very comforting for our players as for some of them this
Paulo, Shari, Loriel and Brent took top notch care of our guys. They were very comforting for our players as for some of them this
Suck A. Dick
Aug 10, 2018
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Sylvia B.
Aug 10, 2018
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ICoHS has been supportive and nurturing to me even prior to the start of my classes. I wanted to get a taste of the education here prior to enrolling and ICoHS allowed me to sit in on a few different classes. It was the right fit and I moved forward.
I am nearing graduation and have enjoyed my experience thoroughly. Staff and instructors have been attentive, helpful and encouraging every step of the way.
I feel fortunate to have found this school and glad I made the right decision to attend here.
I am nearing graduation and have enjoyed my experience thoroughly. Staff and instructors have been attentive, helpful and encouraging every step of the way.
I feel fortunate to have found this school and glad I made the right decision to attend here.
CheyChey N.
Jun 01, 2018
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Taryn D.
Apr 21, 2018
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Brian Biddel
Dec 04, 2017
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Extremely friendly institution that has created a community fostered from people who practice holistic health. The atmosphere created by the community is one that is warm and welcoming. I have met many great peers at International College of Holistic Studies. We have bonded over one commonality - holistic living - but have found that there are many more interests that exist outside of our hobbies. Thus, International College of Holistic Studies is more than just an institution, but rather, International College of Holistic Studies has created a community of like-minded individuals that continue
Chris Duran
Dec 03, 2017
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If you are interested in learning, growing, healing yourself and others than you've come to the right place. I recently completed the Holistic Health Pratitioner program at ICOHS after having transferred from another school. I'm forever grateful to my masterful teachers, compassionate fellow students and the ultra supportive staff at International College of Holistic studies. The experience has been life changing.
Kirby S.
Nov 09, 2017
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So extremely disappointed by the new management of this school. I've been student for years on & off. It used to be such a beautiful school with such a wealth of knowledge & a great administrative program. Now it is extremely disorganized, can't sign up for classes to save your life unless your a new student giving them new money & the dean will feed will say anything to calm you down but not follow through. He's a weasel out for your money so save yourself some grief & pick a more professional & organized school.
Candace Clere
Nov 01, 2017
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DeAnna Ponder
Oct 26, 2017
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The first class I took at ICOHS was parasympathetic massage with Karen Heine Zlatic, a patient, kind holistic health practitioner/teacher. I now think of her as the mother of massage. She is a perfect introduction to this school. Her energy is nurturing and the intention is set. This is a professional school, with heart and soul. The second class was circulatory massage with John Economos, a jovial teacher who starts each class with Brain Gym and leads each class with deep understanding of the body, humor and professionalism. Julia Plunket teaches all kinds of interesting classes on all things
Jason D.
Aug 31, 2016
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Ok I actually went to this school when it was The School of Healing Arts over on HornBlend in Pacific Beach. I attended the school back in 90 and feel that my rating of four stars for ICHS would apply for one reason-its run by the same individual Seymour Koblin. I actually took the introductory class of 100 hours and really enjoyed it, I have to thank Seymour for getting me interested in massage and while I don't pursue it full time, I do practice it professionally part time.
The thing that is amazing about Seymour is that he is able to get good/great staff. I'm not sure how he
The thing that is amazing about Seymour is that he is able to get good/great staff. I'm not sure how he
Vera V.
Aug 01, 2016
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Wonderful school with the most caring and professional staff and teachers! The school offers assistance with MBLEx and CAMTC fee reimbursement. Career services include help with resume and interview preparation and job placement. I highly recommend the school to anyone who is interested in the holistic health career.
Keith J.
Jul 27, 2016
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I am a combat veteran of Operations SOUTHERN WATCH and OPERATION ENDURING FREEDOM.
School of Healing Arts (SOHA) reorganized in August 2015 as the International College of Holistic Studies (ICOHS) with a new Board of Directors, new Doing Business As name, new semester system, new administration, new academic advising staff and a drastically more expensive tuition schedule.
The last eight months trying to consult with the new academic adviser for the Holistic Health Practitioner (HHP) program has been mostly onerous, and disappointing experience. I was directed by the HHP adviser to re-complete
School of Healing Arts (SOHA) reorganized in August 2015 as the International College of Holistic Studies (ICOHS) with a new Board of Directors, new Doing Business As name, new semester system, new administration, new academic advising staff and a drastically more expensive tuition schedule.
The last eight months trying to consult with the new academic adviser for the Holistic Health Practitioner (HHP) program has been mostly onerous, and disappointing experience. I was directed by the HHP adviser to re-complete
Bonnie Dines
Jul 01, 2016
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Michele F.
Dec 27, 2015
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In the heart of Little Italy - plenty of choices for different types of massages offered to choose from. I have gotten three massages here all by same student - student massages are $25. Clean and friendly staff. Last massage, the room was chilly and heater wasn't working so asked for another blanket and she was accommodating. Will try a different therapist next time as since they are students, each will eventually be done with their clinic hrs and no longer be available, which is what has happened. They have a FB page. Easy to schedule. Closed on Mondays. Not sure how easy parking is, I can
Shelby Simmers
Aug 21, 2014
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I love the fact that you can learn a so many different modalities in one place. The Herbology program is terrific! They also offer classes from Chi Kung to Hypnotherapy. All these different modalities really round off my path as a Holistic Health Practitioner. It has such a since of community which makes for a great learning environment.
Andrew Mansker
Jun 22, 2014
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This massage and holistic healing school has been in Pacific Beach since 1989. They are state licensed, GI Bill approved (Vets welcome!). With SEVIS / Homeland Security Approval, they can write M1 Visas for foreign students. Holistic Health Practitioner, Massage Therapist and Massage Practitioner and Nutritional Counselor are only some of the certifications they offer. The massage clinic is run by students and if you want a deal on a massage, this is the place! On Monday evenings they offer free Vet massage and lecture/massage to the public. Check out the web site for current speakers.
Seymour Koblin
Jun 14, 2014
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