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MISDS

 


MASTERS INSTITUTE OF SELF-DEFENSE STUDIES

Higher Education, Recognition, and Degree Programs

 

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MISDS Individual and Instructor Certificate Programs

About Distant Education
Distant Education has been offered by top colleges and universities for many years and has proven an affective means of learning and advancement.  MISDS utilizes similar methods of learning in a home study format.  One can expect a great learning experience with all of our degree programs.

Instructors Degree Program (100 Credits)
  • Complete MISDS selected online study programs
  • Must have 2 years of training and 1 year of teaching experience in an acceptable martial arts, h2h or other self-defense program or complete 10 days of specialized training from an approved physical training program. (50 Credits)

Master Degree Program (200 Credits)

  • Must complete Instructors Degree Program
  • Must complete additional online study programs
  • Must have a minimum of 4 years training and 2 years of teaching experience or complete 40 days specialized training from an approved physical training program. (100 Credits)

PhD Degree Program (400 Credits)

  • Must complete Masters Degree Program
  • Must complete additional online study programs
  • Must have a minimum of  8 years training and 5 years of teaching experience from an approved physical training or martial arts program

Credits
When applying be sure to list all of your past training, education and skills. Your past experience will be reviewed and credits applied toward the degree program.  Degree completion requirements will be determined after review of application and acceptance into the program. 

Core Classes MISDS Degree Program
 

Psychology and Mental Skills Basics (Curriculum)
Understanding the Human Mind
Emotional Understanding
Instinct

Intuition

Survival Stress Response

Mindset

Mental Training Skills
 
Instructor Skills (Curriculum)
Basic Education Principles
Effective Teaching Principles
Teaching Seminars and Workshops
Business Ethics

Reality Preparedness Concepts (Curriculum)
Awareness
Avoidance
Security and Safety Planning
Energies
Tactical Skills
Anatomy
Weapons of Opportunity
Less Lethal Weapons

Survival Stress Response (Curriculum)
Understanding Stress
Understanding Fear
Controlling Stress
Conquering Fear
Stress Conditioning

Philosophy (Curriculum)
Study of the Book of Five Rings
Study of Tao of Jeet Kune Do
Study Sun Tzu Art of War

About Online Courses
All (except book study Philosophy) of MISDS online classes can be completed by online research and personal interviews. Average cost of core classes are $80.00.

To Complete Each Course
Read instructions and overview of requirements. Complete the recommended research and interviews.  Complete the essay type assignments and class projects.  Email the course assignments to your advisor for grading and discussion.

What you will need
Word Processor, email and internet access, open mind, dedication to study, and physical mailing address.

Scholarship Program
Those who do not have the financial means to complete these studies should request a scholarship application.  Some students are accepted with full or partial financial help.

Prerequisite
American adult (21 years or older) citizens, no criminal history, proper attitude and character.  All students are accepted on a case by case bases.  No guarantees of acceptance are implied. Click here to apply.

Specialized Programs
Helping you reach your goals is our mission. Email us to see if we can custom design a distant education program that will meet your needs.

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