Sharing Hilot Binabaylan with the World

As we share the Hilot Binabaylan Practice with the world, we are not merely transmitting knowledge. We are forming people—developing their skills, refining their abilities, and nurturing the attitudes and values that define an authentic and genuine Hilot Binabaylan Practitioner.

Hilot Binabaylan is a living practice. It is meant to be applied, embodied, and shared—first within one’s family, then extended to the community. As a Mentor and initiator of this practice, my prayer is that those who are initiated will actively live the teachings, bringing healing to real people with real conditions, rooted in compassion, discipline, and accountability.

Beyond Being a Practitioner: The Call to Level Up

Those who are initiated into Hilot Binabaylan are encouraged not to remain practitioners alone. The path invites further growth—first into becoming a Hilot Tanglaw Mentor, and for some, eventually, a Hilot Doctor.

Each level represents not status, but service, mastery, and responsibility.

How to Climb the Ladder and Become a Hilot Tanglaw Mentor

As a Hilot Binabaylan Practitioner, you are expected to actively and consistently practice the Hilot Binabaylan Method for at least one (1) to two (2) years. This means:

Taking real clients
Performing full Hilot Binabaylan assessments
Applying appropriate traditional treatment protocols
Documenting your work through case studies

Required Practice Experience

Minimum: 1–4 clients per month
Total: At least 12 to 48 documented case studies per year

This sustained practice develops personal mastery, strengthens intuition, deepens diagnostic skills, and anchors the practitioner in ethical and professional discipline.

Case Study Documentation: A Core Requirement

Each practitioner aspiring to become a Hilot Tanglaw Mentor must submit detailed case study reports based on real treatments they have personally performed.

To respect privacy, real client names are not required. Instead, use a Case ID Code derived from the date, time, and condition treated.

Sample Case Format

Case ID: 5526-800-SN
Chief Complaint: Stiff Neck
History of Present Illness: Cellphone and computer work
Past Personal History: Taking medication for hypertension
Family Medical History: Hypertension and diabetes
Habits of Daily Living: Smoking cigarettes

All information should be gathered following the official Hilot Profile Form, which includes:

Personal and health background
Sensory assessments (visual, auditory, olfactory, tactile)
Traditional diagnostic techniques
Clear treatment recommendations

Treatment Application and Client Feedback

After documenting your assessment, you must clearly state:

The treatment plan you intend to perform
The specific Hilot Binabaylan techniques applied

During the actual treatment:

Observe the client’s reactions at every stage
Note physical, emotional, and energetic responses
Ask for client feedback after the session
Record the results, improvements, or challenges observed

These observations are crucial. They demonstrate your ability to reflect, evaluate, and refine your healing practice.

From Case Studies to Mentorship

The primary intention before elevating a practitioner into a Hilot Tanglaw Mentor is the accumulation of real, applied, and documented healing experience over one to two years.

From this direct practice and documentation, the practitioner develops:

Technical mastery of Hilot Binabaylan methods
Confidence in diagnosis and intervention
The ability to articulate processes and outcomes
Readiness to teach, guide, and mentor others

These competencies are essential, as Hilot Tanglaw Mentors will later share their lived knowledge during in‑person cohorts and apprenticeships.

Advancing Further: The Path to Hilot Doctor

Upon successful confirmation and service as a Hilot Tanglaw Mentor, those who wish to advance to the Doctorate level must fulfill the following:

Conduct or assist in the conduct of Hilot Binabaylan Cohorts
Complete a minimum of 100 documented case studies
Write and present a Dissertation grounded in Hilot Binabaylan practice
Submit and defend the work before the Hilot Binabaylan Council

This level represents the highest commitment to the preservation, refinement, and transmission of Hilot Binabaylan as an Indigenous Filipino healing system.

A Living Lineage of Healing

Hilot Binabaylan is not learned in theory alone—it is earned through practice, integrity, and service to others. Each step in the ladder ensures that those who teach and lead are deeply rooted in experience, humility, and responsibility.

May every practitioner who walks this path become not only a healer—but a bearer of light, wisdom, and cultural continuity for generations to come.

Hilot Is Not a Performance: A Statement from Hilot Academy of Binabaylan

In a time when healing arts are increasingly framed as performance—ranked, scored, displayed, and even competed for—Hilot Academy of Binabaylan finds it necessary to make a clear and grounded statement:

Hilot is not performance. Hilot is not competition. Hilot is compassion in action.

Healing Is Not an Arena

In competitive massage environments, practitioners are evaluated according to visible technique, speed, precision, and dramatic execution. The goal of competition is clear: to win, to outshine others, and to be crowned a champion. Competition demands comparison. It requires that one practitioner rise above another.

This framework, however useful for performance-based disciplines, does not belong to Hilot.

When someone enters a competition, their focus naturally turns inward:

Am I skilled enough?
How do I outdo my opponent?
How do I stand out to the judges?

Hilot does not ask these questions.

Hilot Is a Relationship, Not a Display

Hilot is rooted in malasakit—deep, embodied compassion. It is a healing relationship between manghihilot and patient, guided by listening, presence, and humility. The body is not a prop. Pain is not a problem to conquer. The person receiving Hilot is never a means to recognition or achievement.

In Hilot:

The goal is not applause, but relief.
The focus is not superiority, but service.
The outcome is not a trophy, but restored balance and quality of life.

Healing cannot be rushed for spectacle. It cannot be choreographed for judges. True healing unfolds quietly, often invisibly, and always uniquely.

Presence Over Performance

Performance culture rewards doing more—more pressure, more techniques, more flair. Hilot teaches discernment: knowing when to soften, pause, listen, and yield.

A manghihilot trained in the tradition of Hilot Academy of Binabaylan understands that mastery is not proven by dominance but by sensitivity. The hands are guided by empathy, not ego. The work is grounded in respect for the body’s own intelligence and the spirit’s pace of healing.

Compassion Is the True Measure of Skill

At Hilot Academy of Binabaylan, we do not train champions of competition.
We cultivate guardians of healing.

Skill in Hilot is measured not by comparison, but by:

How safely pain is eased
How gently trauma is acknowledged
How respectfully a life is supported toward wholeness

There is no opponent to defeat—only suffering to tend, imbalance to restore, and dignity to protect.

A Reminder to the Healing Community

As Hilot gains wider attention locally and globally, we caution against reducing it to a performative craft or competitive commodity. Doing so risks stripping Hilot of its soul and displacing the patient from the center of the practice.

Hilot is not about being the best.
Hilot is about doing good.

Our Call to Action

Hilot Academy of Binabaylan calls upon:

Practitioners to anchor their work in compassion, not comparison
Students to approach Hilot as a vocation of service, not a platform for recognition
Institutions and organizers to honor Hilot as a healing tradition, not a performance category

We invite all who feel called to healing—not competition—to walk this path with humility, discipline, and responsibility.

If your intention is to heal rather than win,
to serve rather than perform,
to restore life rather than impress an audience—

Hilot may be your calling.

👉 Learn, study, and journey with us at Hilot Academy of Binabaylan, where healing is taught not as a spectacle, but as a sacred duty rooted in compassion, culture, and care.

Guardians of the Sacred: A Declaration of Autonomy, Integrity, and Governance of Hilot Binabaylan

Hilot Binabaylan is an autonomous religious and cultural healing practice, self‑governed within its own spiritual tradition and operating independently of state credentialing or regulatory bodies such as TESDA and PITAHC. This autonomy, however, does not imply the absence of standards. On the contrary, it demands unwavering discipline, accountability, and integrity.

The standards that guide Hilot Binabaylan were established and continually strengthened by Apu Adman through decades of practice, study, and research. These standards are deeply rooted in his family lineage and further enriched by the wisdom of local healers and communities with whom he has worked over the years. They arise not from convenience or compliance, but from lived tradition and ancestral responsibility.

Hilot itself is neither owned nor created by Apu Adman, the Hilot Academy of Binabaylan, nor Templong Anituhan. Equally, it is not owned, developed, or defined by any government agency or private organization. Hilot is the collective heritage of the Filipino people. We therefore stand not as proprietors, but as trustees and stewards of the sacred healing arts and sciences entrusted to us by our ancestors.

Prior to the establishment of the Hilot Academy of Binabaylan, many sacred components of Hilot were gradually set aside in order to conform to modern social, medical, and institutional systems. Traditional birthing knowledge and practices, once integral to Hilot, were separated and absorbed into clinical settings, now primarily handled by licensed nurses and midwives in lying‑in and birthing centers. Traditional bone‑setting practices likewise yielded to osteopathic and orthopedic disciplines. More recently, even Hilot diagnostic practices have faced increasing pressure and risk of discontinuation due to perceived conflicts with prevailing religious beliefs in the Philippines.

In response to this steady erosion, Apu Adman took a deliberate and principled stand. Through sustained research and discernment, he formally established the Hilot Academy of Binabaylan on April 5, 2016, as a dedicated source and sanctuary of authentic Filipino indigenous and traditional healing arts and sciences—preserved in their original spirit and form, and not altered merely to fit modern trends, market demands, or institutional convenience.

As I continue to share the sacred knowledge and wisdom of our Filipino ancestral healing arts and sciences, it is my earnest intention that the practices transmitted through this lineage remain faithful to the teachings from which they arise. While Hilot Binabaylan has not yet been formally recognized by government agencies, it has gained resonance, legitimacy, and influence through the communities and practitioners we have formed both locally and internationally.

In this spirit, I call upon all practitioners of Hilot Binabaylan and Hilot Tanglaw to honor their vows and commitments, and to uphold the credibility, integrity, and living essence of this sacred practice.

Standards of Practice and Governance

All practitioners of Hilot Binabaylan shall render practice only under the guidance and supervision of a duly accredited Hilot Doctor.
Hilot Doctors are accredited authorities empowered to administer healing services, conduct formal training, and transmit teachings within duly recognized clinics and ministerial centers.
Hilot Tanglaw practitioners shall possess demonstrable competence in knowledge, skills, abilities, and mentoring disposition. All mentoring activities must be conducted under the supervision and governance of an accredited Ministerial Center administered by an ordained and accredited Hilot Doctor.

Manghihilot: The Lifeline Between Tradition and Modern Healthcare

In the heart of Filipino communities, the manghihilot stands as a trusted figure—a healer, a guide, and now, a vital connector between the people and the formal healthcare system. Rooted in centuries-old wisdom, Hilot is more than a therapeutic practice; it is a cultural bridge that fosters trust and accessibility in times of need.

Ethics That Empower

The Hilot Code of Ethics reminds us: “We do not treat patients with conditions beyond our understanding. We refer them to proper healthcare professionals as necessary.” This principle reflects humility and responsibility. Yet, it does not mean turning away those who seek help. Instead, manghihilot practitioners perform initial assessment and relief care, ensuring comfort while facilitating access to advanced medical treatment.

Why This Role Is Crucial

For many Filipinos—especially in rural areas—healthcare is not just a matter of distance; it’s a matter of trust. Hospitals can feel intimidating, and financial constraints often delay treatment. Here, the manghihilot becomes a bridge of trust, guiding patients toward modern care without abandoning cultural values.

By offering first-line care, stabilizing conditions, and educating families, manghihilot practitioners help overcome fear and mistrust. They make the transition from traditional healing to modern medicine smoother, ensuring that no one is left behind.

Integration, Not Opposition

The future of healthcare lies in collaboration. Manghihilot practitioners complement modern medicine by:

Providing culturally sensitive care.
Acting as first responders in remote areas.
Facilitating referrals to hospitals and clinics.

This synergy creates a holistic approach where tradition and science work hand-in-hand for the well-being of the community.

A Call to Action

To strengthen this role, we need support from both the public and healthcare institutions:

Recognize manghihilot practitioners as vital partners in community health.
Provide training and resources for proper referral systems.
Promote integration programs that respect cultural heritage while ensuring safety.

By supporting this collaboration, we empower communities, preserve tradition, and improve healthcare access for all.

✅ Join the Movement! Advocate for the integration of Hilot into public health programs. Share this article, start conversations, and help build a healthcare system that honors both tradition and modernity.

Policy on Enrollment for Specialized Programs

At Hilot Academy of Binabaylan, we uphold the sacred responsibility of preserving and promoting Authentic Indigenous Filipino Traditional Healthcare Practices. Our programs are designed not merely as technical training but as a spiritual and cultural journey rooted in the wisdom of our ancestors.

Why We Require Initiation Before Advanced Programs

The Family Care Hilot Treatment Program is a Continuing Study Program exclusively offered to graduates of our Hilot Binabaylan Practice Master Degree Program. This prerequisite ensures that every participant:

Embodies the Core Values of Hilot Binabaylan
Our 9-day initiation and training program equips practitioners with the knowledge, skills, abilities, and attitude necessary to uphold the integrity of Hilot.
Protects the Authenticity of Our Tradition
We do not allow the integration of Hilot techniques with Western or other modalities. Combining Hilot with foreign practices risks cultural dilution and dishonors the uniqueness of each healing art.
Advances Our Advocacy, Not Commercialization
Our mission is principle-driven, not profit-driven. Enrollment decisions are guided by our commitment to cultural preservation and spiritual integrity, not financial gain.

Our Stand Against Cultural Colonization

Modern spas often offer “Combination Massage,” blending different modalities without respect for their origins. We reject this approach. Hilot is a complete and holistic system that stands on its own—just as our ancestors practiced it for generations.

Policy for International Students

It is our established policy that international students enrolling in the 9-day Hilot Binabaylan Training Program are required to stay with us at our designated accommodation. This includes food and lodging, provided for the following reasons:

Safety and Comfort
As visitors to the Philippines, we prioritize your well-being and security throughout your stay.
Focus on Learning
Classes begin at 8:00 AM and may extend until 8:00 PM. Commuting daily would consume energy and distract from the immersive learning experience. Staying onsite ensures that students can fully concentrate on the training and spiritual journey.

This policy reflects our commitment to creating a safe, comfortable, and focused environment for all participants.

Our Commitment

By maintaining these standards, we ensure that Hilot remains authentic, genuine, and deeply rooted in Filipino Indigenous Wisdom, empowering practitioners to serve their communities with integrity.

Pista ng Katutubong Gamutang Pilipino 2025: Honoring the Sacred Tradition of Hilot The Indigenous Healing Wisdom of the Filipino People

The Pista ng Katutubong Gamutang Pilipino 2025 presentation is a powerful celebration of Hilot, the indigenous Filipino healing tradition that has endured through thousands of years of cultural evolution. From prehistoric Kalinga to the modern wellness industry, Hilot has remained a vital expression of ancestral wisdom, spiritual resilience, and community-based care.

Tracing the Roots of Hilot

The presentation begins with archaeological evidence of early healing practices dating back 709,000 years ago, when ancient Filipinos used rhinoceros parts for food and medicine. It then highlights the role of Babaylan, Manghihilot, and Albularyo—spiritual healers who used herbal medicine, massage, and rituals to treat physical and emotional ailments.

Hilot Through the Ages

Hilot’s journey spans multiple historical eras:

Pre-Srivijaya and Pre-Islamic Periods: Rooted in animistic and shamanic traditions.
Islamization Era: Hilot adapted and coexisted with Islamic healing practices.
Colonial Periods: Despite marginalization, Hilot remained the primary healthcare system in rural communities.
Japanese Occupation and Liberation: Hilot served as a lifeline for guerrilla fighters and civilians.
Martial Law Era: Hilot survived underground, preserving indigenous knowledge through oral tradition.

Modern Recognition and Institutional Support

The passage of the Traditional and Alternative Medicine Act of 1997 (RA 8423) and the TESDA NC II certification marked a turning point in Hilot’s formal recognition. These milestones helped integrate Hilot into the national health and vocational systems, opening doors for professional practice in wellness centers, spas, and tourism.

🌀 Addendum: Reclaiming the Full Spectrum of Hilot Binabaylan Practice

While Hilot is now recognized as a wellness modality, key ancestral practices—such as spiritual healing, bone setting, and traditional midwifery—remain excluded from current regulations. This exclusion risks erasing the holistic essence of Hilot as practiced by our ancestors.

⚠️ Current Regulatory Gaps

Traditional Birth Attendants (TBAs) are prohibited from conducting home births in many localities due to safety concerns and lack of formal training.
Bone setting, a core skill of Manghihilot, is not included in TESDA’s Hilot Wellness Massage NC II curriculum or PITAHC standards.
Spiritual healing, though central to Hilot, is often sidelined in favor of clinical approaches. [Pista ng K…ipino 2026 | PowerPoint]

🌿 Why Inclusion Matters

To preserve the authentic form of Hilot Binabaylan, we must reintegrate these ancestral practices into a regulated, culturally respectful framework. This ensures that Hilot remains a complete healing system, not just a massage technique.

🔧 Proposed Integration Strategies

Expanded Curriculum and Certification
- Develop specialized modules on traditional midwifery, bone setting, and spiritual healing.
- Partner with institutions like Templong Anituhan and Hilot Academy of Binabaylan to offer culturally grounded training.
Community-Based Health Integration
- Recognize Hilot Binabaylan as community health workers, especially in underserved areas.
Multi-Agency Collaboration
- Utilize the mandate of RA 8423 to involve TESDA, CHED, DepEd, and PCHRD in creating short courses and degree programs.
Ethical and Safety Standards
- Establish guidelines to ensure safe practice while honoring indigenous knowledge.

✊ A Call for Cultural Justice in Healthcare

The exclusion of bone setting and traditional birth practices is not just a technical issue—it is a cultural justice concern. By reclaiming the full spectrum of Hilot Binabaylan, we affirm the value of indigenous wisdom and ensure its rightful place in the modern healthcare delivery system.

🌺 Closing Reflection

Hilot is more than a healing technique—it is a living embodiment of Filipino ancestral wisdom. As we move forward, let us ensure that Hilot remains whole, respected, and empowered. Through education, advocacy, and cultural preservation, we can continue to heal, educate, and uplift our communities with the sacred wisdom of Hilot Binabaylan.

Pista ng Katutubong Gamutang Pilipino 2026 Download

Hilot Binabaylan in North America: Legal Status and Advocacy Pathways

Hilot Binabaylan is a sacred healing tradition rooted in the Indigenous Spiritual Practices of the Philippines. It integrates physical, emotional, and spiritual care through rituals, herbal medicine, massage, and ancestral wisdom. As Filipino communities grow across North America, many Hilot Binabaylan practitioners are seeking ways to share their healing arts while navigating legal and healthcare systems that may not yet recognize their practice.

Legal Status in the United States

Currently, there is no federal law in the United States that directly regulates or standardizes Hilot Binabaylan. However, there are promising developments in the broader field of Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) and Indigenous healing:

– State-Level Safe Harbor Laws: Some states allow traditional healers to practice without formal biomedical licenses, provided they do not claim to treat specific diseases or perform invasive procedures.
– Medicaid Reimbursement for Indigenous Healing: States like California, Arizona, New Mexico, and Oregon have approved Medicaid coverage for Native American traditional healing practices through Section 1115 waivers.
– FDA Oversight of CAM Products: Herbal oils, balms, and other Hilot products may be subject to FDA regulation if marketed for disease treatment.

Legal Status in Canada

In Canada, the practice of Hilot Binabaylan is not prohibited, but it exists in a complex and evolving legal and regulatory landscape. There are no laws that outright prohibit Filipino Indigenous healing practices, but they are not yet formally recognized or regulated under Canadian health professional frameworks.

– Ontario’s Regulated Health Professions Act provides exemptions for Aboriginal healers providing traditional healing services to Aboriginal persons or communities.
– Health Canada’s Self-Care Framework and Cost Recovery Program impose high fees and strict compliance rules on natural health products, which may affect Hilot products.
– Historical suppression of Indigenous healing practices under the Indian Act has left a legacy of cultural bias, although Canada has adopted the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP).
– The Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Call to Action #22 urges recognition of Aboriginal healing practices in the healthcare system.

Suggested Call to Actions for Hilot Binabaylan Practitioners

In the United States

Form a U.S.-Based Hilot Binabaylan Association to advocate for recognition and organize cultural education.
– Engage with multicultural and Indigenous health organizations to build collaborative healing programs.
– Document and publish case studies to establish credibility and support inclusion in healthcare systems.
– Seek inclusion in state CAM registries and petition for safe harbor protections.
– Educate the public and medical community through workshops and healing clinics.

In Canada

– Form a Canadian Hilot Binabaylan Network to unite Filipino healers and advocate for cultural recognition.
– Collaborate with Indigenous health centers to offer joint healing sessions and build solidarity.
– Educate and advocate through cultural events and public engagement.
– Document healing outcomes to support inclusion in complementary medicine registries.
– Engage with policy makers to submit proposals to provincial health ministries and multicultural advisory boards.

Conclusion

Hilot Binabaylan is more than a healing practice—it is a living expression of Filipino Indigenous spirituality. While the legal systems in the United States and Canada do not yet fully recognize it, there are clear pathways for advocacy, education, and integration. Through unity, documentation, and cultural diplomacy, Hilot Binabaylan practitioners can help bring this sacred tradition into the light of global healing.

Hilot Binabaylan Practice: Protected by Faith, Guided by Ancestral Wisdom

n the evolving landscape of traditional Filipino healing arts, Hilot Binabaylan Practice stands as a sacred spiritual ministry—distinct from institutionalized wellness modalities. While agencies like PITAHC and TESDA have developed frameworks to regulate Hilot as a health and wellness service, Hilot Binabaylan remains autonomous, rooted in indigenous spirituality and protected under the 1987 Philippine Constitution.

Constitutional Protection of Spiritual Healing

The Philippine Constitution guarantees the freedom of religion and spiritual expression:

Article III, Section 5
“No law shall be made respecting an establishment of religion or prohibiting the free exercise thereof. The free exercise and enjoyment of religious profession and worship, without discrimination or preference, shall forever be allowed.”

This means that spiritual healing practices, such as Hilot Binabaylan, cannot be regulated or restricted by the State—unless they pose a threat to public safety or order.

When Can the State Intervene?

While Hilot Binabaylan is protected as a religious and ministerial practice, it must be exercised responsibly. The State may intervene only if the practice:

Endangers health or life (e.g., use of toxic substances, denial of medical care)
Violates consent or privacy (e.g., performing rituals without permission)
Disrupts public order (e.g., unauthorized public gatherings causing disturbance)
Engages in fraud or exploitation (e.g., false healing claims for financial gain)

These boundaries are not meant to suppress spiritual traditions, but to ensure ethical and safe practice for both practitioners and the community.

Hilot Binabaylan: A Sacred Vocation

Unlike vocational Hilot courses regulated by TESDA or PITAHC, Hilot Binabaylan is a spiritual calling. It involves:

Rituals, orasyon, anito communication, and diwata invocation
Ordination as Dayang, Lakan, Hilot Tanglaw, or Doctor of Ministry in Hilot Binabaylan Practice (D.Min.HBp)
Training under spiritual authorities, such as the Hilot Academy of Binabaylan, Bahay Siadtala Binabaylan Inc., and Templong Anituhan Inc.

This ministerial path is not subject to government certification, but is governed by ancestral wisdom, cosmology, and spiritual ethics.

Why This Distinction Matters

Understanding the difference between regulated Hilot and Hilot Binabaylan is essential for:

Practitioners: To align with their true calling—whether vocational or spiritual.
Clients: To understand the nature of the healing they receive.
Institutions: To respect the autonomy of Indigenous Spiritual Practices and avoid overreach.

Preserving the Sacred

As we continue to honor and practice Hilot Binabaylan, let us remain vigilant in upholding its sacredness, ethical standards, and constitutional protection. This is not just a healing technique—it is a ministerial act of devotion, a living tradition of our ancestors, and a spiritual gift to the Filipino people.

Policy on Training, Certification, Mentorship, and Doctoral Advancement in Hilot Binabaylan Practice 2025

I. Purpose

This policy outlines the standards and procedures for training, certification, mentorship, and doctoral advancement within the Hilot Academy of Binabaylan, under the spiritual and educational guidance of Bahay Siadtala Binabaylan Inc. It ensures that all practitioners uphold the sacred, ethical, and professional standards of Hilot Binabaylan Practice.

II. Enrollment Eligibility for Master’s in Ministry (M.Min.HBp)

To enroll in the Master’s in Ministry Degree Program on Hilot Binabaylan Practice, applicants must meet the following criteria:

Legal Age Requirement
- Must be 18 years old or above.
Financial Capacity
- Must be able to afford the training program, which includes tuition, accommodation, food, materials, and certification.
Educational Background
- Must have foundational knowledge in:
  - Human Anatomy and Physiology
  - Vital Signs Monitoring
  - Fundamentals of Health Care Practice

III. Training Program Structure

The program consists of 9 days of in-person training, covering the Hilot Healing Protocol, which includes:

Fundamentals of Hilot Practice
Hilot Diagnostic Procedures
Hilot Cleansing Rituals
Hilot Repair/Treatment Methodologies
Body Strengthening and Wellness Enhancer
Hilot Supplementation and Maintenance

IV. Certification and Ordination

Upon successful completion:

Students receive a Certificate of Completion and are ordained with the rank title of Dayang (female-identifying) or Lakan (male-identifying).
Graduates may serve at the Ministerial Center of Bahay Siadtala Binabaylan Inc., contributing to healing and spiritual services or distantly and serve as Bahay Siadtala Binabaylan Inc. Missionary Healer in their area of residence.

V. Advancement to Hilot Tanglaw (Mentor and Supervisor)

To upgrade from Hilot Binabaylan Practitioner to Hilot Tanglaw, the following requirements must be met:

A. Practice Experience

Must have 1 to 2 years of active practice in Hilot Binabaylan Methods.

B. Case Study Submission

Must submit 10 to 25 patient case studies, each including:
- Chief Complaint
- Practitioner’s Understanding
- Treatment Plan and Duration
- Patient Feedback and Results

C. Mentorship Session

Candidate must organize a mentoring session:
- Either one-on-one or with a group of up to 10 mentees
- Mentoring session fees are paid to Hilot Academy

D. Training Facilitation

Candidate may conduct:
- The full 9-day training, or
- Selected subjects, as declared to the Hilot Binabaylan Council

E. Validation and Installation

After mentoring, candidate must:
- Submit a mentorship report
- Request validation of mentees by the Hilot Binabaylan Council
- Upon successful online validation, candidate will:
- Receive Ordination and Certification as Hilot Binabaylan
- Be installed as Hilot Tanglaw in their area of service

VI. Advancement to Doctor of Ministry in Hilot Binabaylan Practice (D.Min.HBp)

The word Doctor comes from the Latin word docere, meaning “to teach.” Thus, the Doctor of Ministry in Hilot Binabaylan Practice is a title conferred upon those who have demonstrated mastery and the ability to teach and lead in the tradition.

A. Prerequisites

Must be a Master of Ministry in Hilot Binabaylan Practice (M.Min.HBp) for 1 to 2 years
Must be a Hilot Tanglaw (HTm) who has:
- Conducted at least 10 Hilot Binabaylan Trainings
- Submitted 20 to 50 patient case studies

B. Thesis and Dissertation

Must submit a thesis or dissertation based on:
- A special case handled during practice, and/or
- A special curriculum highlighting the candidate’s unique method of applying Hilot Binabaylan Techniques

C. Application Process

Letter of Intent
- Submit to the Hilot Binabaylan Council expressing desire to level up to Doctorate
Document Submission
- Include copies of:
  - M.Min.HBp Certificate
  - HTm Certificate
  - Case Studies
Interview and Review
- Candidate will undergo an online interview regarding their thesis/dissertation
Thesis Presentation
- Organize an in-person workshop or seminar to present the thesis
Conferral Ceremony
- The Doctorate Degree will be conferred at Templong Anituhan Inc. in the Philippines

D. Responsibilities

As a Hilot Binabaylan Doctor, the individual is expected to:
- Manage their own Ministerial Center or Hilot Healing Center
- Teach and mentor others in the Hilot Binabaylan Practice

VII. Ministerial Center Distribution and Practitioner-to-Patient Ratio

The practice of Hilot Binabaylan is not a competitive endeavor, but a sacred vocation rooted in compassion, service, and spiritual responsibility. Unlike commercialized healing systems, Hilot Binabaylan honors the unique relationship between the Manghihilot and the community, ensuring that each practitioner is spiritually and professionally equipped to serve with integrity.

A. Practitioner-to-Patient Ratio

In alignment with global healthcare standards and the compassionate nature of Hilot, the ideal Manghihilot-to-Patient Ratio is 1:2,000.
This ratio ensures that each practitioner can provide personalized, holistic, and spiritually grounded care to their patients without compromising quality or ethical standards.

B. Ministerial Center Distribution

To ensure accessibility and proper spiritual governance, the following distribution of Ministerial Centers is proposed:

United States of America:
Each of the 50 states shall ideally host one Ministerial Center, serving as a hub for training, healing, and spiritual services in Hilot Binabaylan Practice.
Philippines:
Each of the 18 administrative regions shall host one Regional Ministerial Center, serving as a sacred space for community healing, education, and ordination under the guidance of Bahay Siadtala Binabaylan Inc.

These centers shall be led by ordained Hilot Binabaylan Doctors and Mentors, and shall operate in accordance with the standards set forth by the Hilot Binabaylan Council and Templong Anituhan Inc.

VIII. Code of Conduct

All students, mentors, and ordained practitioners of the Hilot Academy of Binabaylan are entrusted with the sacred duty to uphold the integrity of the Hilot Binabaylan Practice. This Code of Conduct serves as a spiritual covenant and ethical framework that guides their actions, relationships, and service to the community.

1. Respect for Indigenous Wisdom and Spiritual Traditions

Practitioners must honor the ancestral teachings and sacred rituals passed down through generations of Binabaylan, Babaylan, and Hilot healers.
All ceremonies, healing sessions, and educational activities must be conducted with reverence to the Diwata, Anito, and the spiritual realms recognized by Templong Anituhan.
Cultural appropriation, distortion, or commercialization of sacred practices is strictly prohibited.
Practitioners must actively preserve and promote the cultural heritage of the Filipino Indigenous Healing Arts.

2. Commitment to Healing, Service, and Ethical Practice

Serve with compassion, humility, and integrity. Healing is not a competition—it is a sacred duty. Practitioners must avoid rivalry and instead foster collaboration, mutual respect, and community upliftment.
Practitioners must prioritize the well-being of their patients, students, and community members, offering care with compassion, humility, and integrity.
Healing must be approached holistically—addressing the physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual dimensions of the individual.
Confidentiality, informed consent, and non-discrimination are essential ethical standards in all healing and mentoring engagements.
Practitioners must avoid any form of exploitation, manipulation, or abuse of power in their roles as healers and mentors.

3. Accountability to the Hilot Binabaylan Council and Ministerial Center

All practitioners are spiritually and professionally accountable to the Hilot Binabaylan Council and the Ministerial Center of Bahay Siadtala Binabaylan Inc.
Practitioners must submit reports, case studies, and documentation as required for validation, certification, and advancement.
Any misconduct, ethical violation, or deviation from the sacred protocols may result in disciplinary action, including revocation of certification or ordination.
Practitioners are encouraged to seek guidance, correction, and spiritual renewal through the Council and the Temple when facing challenges in their practice.

IX. Signatories and Approval

This policy is hereby approved and affirmed by the undersigned, representing the spiritual and educational leadership of Hilot Academy of Binabaylan and Bahay Siadtala Binabaylan Inc. on the 8th of September 2025.

Approved by:

Hilot Binabaylan Council

**Lakay Magbaya Aghama,** Director on Local Community Affairs Relations/ Administrator of Bahay Siadtala Binabaylan Inc. Taguig, Metro Manila, Philippines

**Apu Adman Aghama,** Founder/ Program Director/ Administrator of Templong Anituhan Inc. San Jose Del Monte, Bulacan, Philippines

**Bae Akuma Aghama**, Director of International Affairs Relations/ Administrator of Kapwa Wellness, San Ramon, California, USA

A RESOLUTION AMENDING THE ENROLLMENT PROCEDURE FOR THE MASTER’S IN MINISTRY DEGREE PROGRAM ON HILOT BINABAYLAN PRACTICE AND INTRODUCING THE HILOT TANGLAW MENTORSHIP PROGRAM UNDER BAHAY SIADTALA BINABAYLAN INC.

BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 08-1, SERIES OF 2025

WHEREAS, the Hilot Binabaylan Training Program has been elevated to a Master’s in Ministry Degree Program on Hilot Binabaylan Practice, reflecting its comprehensive curriculum on Indigenous Filipino Health Care Practices;

WHEREAS, Bahay Siadtala Binabaylan Inc., a Ministerial Center of Templong Anituhan Inc., has assumed full jurisdiction over the said training program;

WHEREAS, the Hilot Academy of Binabaylan recognizes the need for continuing professional development and mentorship to sustain and elevate the practice of Hilot Binabaylan;

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, AS IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED, that the Board of Bahay Siadtala Binabaylan Inc. adopts the following amendments and additions:

I. Master’s in Ministry Degree Program on Hilot Binabaylan Practice

Program Title and Jurisdiction
The training shall be officially known as the Master’s in Ministry Degree Program on Hilot Binabaylan Practice, administered by Bahay Siadtala Binabaylan Inc., located at No. 88 Pres. Quirino St., Brgy. South Signal Village, Zone 6, Taguig City, Metro Manila, Philippines.
Eligibility for Enrollment
- Open to individuals of any nationality with the capacity for independent decision-making.
- Must possess basic healthcare knowledge, including Human Anatomy and Physiology and Vital Signs Taking.
Mode of Delivery
- Conducted in-person and face-to-face, requiring physical attendance.
Enrollment Fee and Inclusions
- Standard fee: USD 1,250.00 or local equivalent.
- Includes:
  - Hotel accommodation
  - Five meals per training day
  - Learning materials
  - Certificates of completion and ordination
Curriculum Requirements
Completion of the following modules is required:
- Hilot Diagnostics: Finger Alignment, Tudluan, Himulsuhan, Pasubay, Hilot Profiling
- Hilot Cleansing Rituals: Internal and External
- Hilot Repair Treatments
- Hilot Strengthening Methods
- Hilot Maintenance
Credentialing and Recognition
Graduates shall receive:
- Certificate of Completion
- Ordination Credentials
- Title designation of Lakan or Dayang, signifying membership in Templong Anituhan Inc.

II. Hilot Tanglaw Mentorship Program

Program Overview
The Hilot Tanglaw Program is a continuing professional development initiative of the Hilot Academy of Binabaylan, designed to elevate qualified Hilot Binabaylan Practitioners into Hilot Binabaylan Mentors.
Mentor Responsibilities
As Hilot Tanglaw, mentors shall:
- Provide Guidance and Advice
- Offer Support and Encouragement
- Facilitate Skill Development
- Assist in Goal Setting and Accountability
- Enable Networking and Opportunities
- Serve as Role Models of integrity and professionalism
Enrollment and Application
- Applicants must fill out a Mentorship Application Form, declaring:
  - Subjects they wish to mentor (may select all)
  - Number of students to be mentored
  - Scheduled training dates
Fee Structure and Remittance
- Each student pays USD 1,250.00 for a 9-day mentorship program
- Mentor receives USD 875.00 as stipend
- USD 375.00 (30%) is remitted to the Hilot Academy of Binabaylan
Validation and Graduation
- Upon completion, mentors shall schedule their protégés for online validation
- Validation fee: USD 100.00, paid to the Hilot Binabaylan Council
- The Council shall:
  - Conduct validation
  - Schedule graduation and ordination
  - Issue signed certificates and official seals

RESOLVED FURTHER, that this resolution shall take effect immediately and be disseminated to all concerned parties for implementation and compliance.

APPROVED this 16 day of August, 2025 at Bahay Siadtala Binabaylan Inc., Taguig City, Metro Manila, Philippines.

Certified True and Correct: