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Advanced Balance, Flexibility and Stability Improvement
Home Study: CognitiveThis course requires a textbook that is not downloadable but the test and certificate are available online
Description: This advanced course examines important terminology and techniques concerning musculoskeletal fitness and dysfunction and presents thoughtful and straightforward approaches that are clearly illustrated by photographs and drawings. The textbook, written by Leon Chaitow, ND, DO, provides a valuable reference for future use and includes bonus set of quick-reference exercise cards. This course does not teach hands-on skills. Please seek additional experience, with a mentor, to add hands-on skills. |
12 |
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$144 |
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Aging and Ethics Package
8 General CE Hours + 2 Hours in Ethics, Standard V This course requires a textbook that is not downloadable but the test and certificate are available online This package contains 2 courses. Take each course when it fits your needs. You may take one course now and save the other course for your next renewal period if you wish. Note: Extra ethics hours may be used to meet NCBTMB General CE Hour requirements.
Description: Improve your personal and professional relationship skills and become more effective in your communications with people who are elders. This course provides valuable insight into the elder life stage; the challenges of illness and loss, and the important therapeutic roles and boundary issues that can occur when working with elders. This course does not teach hands-on skills. Please seek additional experience, with a mentor, to add hands-on skills. |
8 |
2 |
$97 |
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Aging as a Shared Journey
Home Study: Cognitive This course requires a textbook that is not downloadable but the test and certificate are available online
Description: Improve your personal and professional relationship skills and become more effective in your communications with people who are elders. This course provides valuable insight into the elder life stage and the challenges of illness and loss. This course does not teach hands-on skills. Please seek additional experience, with a mentor, to add hands-on skills. |
8 |
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$77 |
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Applied Kinesiology Principles
Home Study: CognitiveThis course requires a textbook that is not downloadable but the test and certificate are available online.
Description: This highly illustrated, in-depth course examines key concepts and principles, new methods and actual case histories in the practice of Applied Kinesiology (AK). Learn about how new AK muscle testing and correction methods can benefit massage therapists and their clients. The textbook contains essential reference materials you can use over and over. This course does not teach hands-on skills. Please seek additional experience, with a mentor, to add hands-on skills. |
7 |
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$90 |
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Aromatherapy for Mother and Baby: Safe and Satisfying Benefits
Home Study: CognitiveThis course requires a textbook that is not downloadable but the test and certificate are available online
Description: Learn about the benefits of aromatherapy in pregnancy and how the author uses essential oils in massage, baths, compresses, lotions and inhalations, including safe and effective aromatherapy remedies for common conditions in mothers and babies. This course does not teach hands-on skill. Please seek additional experience, with a mentor, to add hands-on skills. |
9 |
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$100 |
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Body Psychology
Home Study: CognitiveThis course requires a textbook that is not downloadable but the test and certificate are available online
Description: Through text and cartoons, this course shows you dynamic new ways to create individualized massage approaches for each client. Based on The Psychology of the Body by Elliot Greene and Barbara Goodrich-Dunn, this course explores the amazing connections between the mind and body and how these connections influence the body’s shape and the person’s responses. Learn new insights into the psychological factors that influence your work and client relations, including the profound dynamics of armoring; how to safely support your clients’ emotional responses, and how to confidently collaborate with mental health professionals. The textbook includes numerous cases studies and suggestions for applying the concepts through self-directed exercises. The textbook is a valuable reference to use over and over. This course does not teach hands-on skills. Please seek additional experience, with a mentor, to add hands-on skills. |
12 |
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$148 |
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Body Psychology + Ethics Package
6 CE Hours in Ethics including 4 Hours in NCBTMB Standard I: Professionalism and 2 Hours in Standard V: Roles and Boundaries This course requires a textbook that is not downloadable but the test and certificate are available online This package contains 2 courses. Take each course when it fits your needs. You may take 1 test now and save the other test for your next renewal period if you wish. You'll receive 1 certificate for each test. Note: Extra ethics hours may be used to meet general CE Hour requirements.
Description: Using The Psychology of the Body by Elliot Greene and Barbara Goodrich-Dunn, explore the amazing connections between the body/mind and learn how these connections influence a person’s responses to life, including to massage therapy and bodywork. Through text and cartoons, discover new insights into the profound dynamics of armoring; how to safely support your massage clients’ emotional responses; how to confidently collaborate with mental health professionals; how to recognize and respond to ethical issues and how to use therapeutic frames in your practice. The textbook includes numerous cases studies and suggestions for applying the concepts through self-directed exercises. The textbook is a valuable reference to use over and over. This course does not teach hands-on skills. Please seek additional experience, with a mentor, to add hands-on skills. |
12 |
6 |
$177 |
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Body/Mind Package 2
This course, test and certificate are available online Save Time and Money with a CE Package! Get the 6 hours of Ethics required by the NCBTMB plus 19 CE hours...ALL in this Body/Mind Package: Deep Feeling, Deep Healing (6 CE Hours)Stress and the Body/Mind (4 CE Hours)Staying Well: Alternatives to Antibiotics (3 CE Hours) Byron Katie's "The Work" (6 CE Hours in Ethics) |
13 |
6 |
$177 |
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Cardiopulmonary Health and Illness
This course, test and certificate are available online
Description: Deepen your understanding of pathology from a body/mind approach. Learn key concepts about how to recognize and confidently respond to soft tissue and movement therapy indications, precautions and contraindications for the cardiopulmonary system. This course also provides an excellent reference after the course is done. |
5 |
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$58 |
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Chair Massage + Ethics Package
4 CE Hours of Ethics, including 2 Hours in NCBTMB Standard I: Professionalism and 2 Hours in Standard IV: Business Practices This course requires a textbook that is not downloadable but the test and certificate are available online This package contains 2 courses. Take each course when it fits your needs. You may take 1 test now and save the other test for your next renewal period if you wish. You'll receive 1 certificate for each test. Note: Extra ethics hours may be used to meet NCBTMB General CE Hour requirements.
Description: Based on a textbook by Ralph R. Stephens, this course includes 2 parts. Part 1 teaches key concepts of seated massage and provides encouragement to seek additional hands-on training. The text, photos, case studies and sample forms will benefit both new and experienced seated massage practitioners. Discover this expert’s recommendations for equipment, communication, documentation and body mechanics. The ethics part presents key ethics concepts related to seated massage including safety considerations; recommended products for sanitation; contraindications, setting your fees; establishing contracts; identifying target markets and choosing effective promotional strategies. As a FREE bonus, the textbook also provides detailed instructions and photos for numerous seated massage routines, however this course does not teach any hands-on skills. Please seek additional experience, with a mentor, to add hands-on skills. |
7 |
4 |
$118 |
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Chair Massage: Everything You Need to Know (Except Hands-on)
Home Study: Cognitive This course requires a textbook that is not downloadable but the test and certificate are available online
Description: Based on a textbook by Ralph Stephens, this course provides key conceptual preparation and encouragement to seek additional hands-on training in seated massage, and reviews core elements that will benefit experienced seated massage practitioners. Through text, photos, case studies and sample forms, explore an expert’s recommendations for equipment, communication, documentation and body mechanics. As a FREE bonus, the textbook also provides detailed instructions and photos for numerous seated massage routines, however this course does not teach any hands-on skills. Please seek additional experience, with a mentor, to add hands-on skills. |
7 |
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$100 |
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Communication, Documentation, Insurance Billing and Ethics
This course requires a textbook that is not downloadable but the test and certificate are available online Total CE Hours: 18 CE Hours in Ethics including NCBTMB Standard V, Roles and BoundariesThis package contains 3 courses. Take each course when it's convenient for you. Use the CE Hours in 2 different renewal periods OR in all in the same renewal. Note: Extra ethics hours may be used to meet NCBTMB General CE Hour requirements.
Description: Based on the third edition of Hands Heal, by Diana Thompson, this package of 3 courses examines the “how and why” of massage and bodywork communication, documentation, insurance billing and ethics, including crucial information on HIPAA regulations. Learn how to refine your documentation and communication skills; improve your ability to bill for third party reimbursement, and reduce your risk of ethical problems. The textbook’s innovative and reader-friendly content includes case studies, sample forms and abbreviations related to energy work, on-site massage, relaxation, spa and massage therapies. Materials include a CD with sample documentation forms to use in practice. This is an essential reference for your professional library. The 3 courses in this package are:Communication and Ethics: 6 CE Hours in Ethics NCBTMB Standard I: ProfessionalismDocumentation and Ethics: 5 CE Hours in Ethics NCBTMB Standard I: Professionalism and 1 CE Hour in Standard V: Roles and Boundaries Insurance Billing and Ethics: 4 CE Hours in Ethics NCBTMB Standard IV: Business Ethics and 2 CE Hours in Standard V: Roles and Boundaries |
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18 |
$177 |
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Complete Guide to Ethical Practice
This course requires a textbook that is not downloadable but the test and certificate are available online A Package of 24 CE hours total, in 9 separate courses (see details below)
Description: Total CE Hours: 24 CE Hours in Ethics including NCBTMB Standard V, Roles and BoundariesThis package contains 9 courses. Take each course when it's convenient for you. Complete the CE Hours in 2 different renewal periods OR in all in the same renewal. Note: Extra ethics hours convert to general NCBTMB CE Hour requirements.Based on The Ethics of Touch by Ben E. Benjamin and Cherie Sohnen-Moe, this course addresses a wide variety of ethical dilemmas with clarity, integrity, sensitivity and style. The authors honestly describe issues; offer resources; share stories from real practice, and provide practical reflective exercises to guide and inspire new and experienced practitioners alike. The textbook provides an essential reference you will use over and over. This course may be taken in parts or as a whole. Using the same textbook, each part of this course meets a portion of your NCBTMB ethics requirements. |
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24 |
$197 |
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Deep Feeling, Deep Healing: Mind/Body Wisdom for Bodyworkers
This course, test and certificate are available online
Description: Touch is emotional. Although bodyworkers primarily focus on the treatment of the soft tissue of the body, they are in fact treating the whole person and often encounter an expression of emotion and/or memories triggered by touch. In this home study course, learn how psychoneuroimmunology (PNI) validates the mind/body link so you can better support your clients and help them facilitate positive changes that last over time. This course does not teach hands-on skills. |
6 |
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$68 |
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Digestive and Endocrine Systems Pathology
This course, test and certificate are available online
Description: Deepen your understanding of pathology from a body/mind approach. Learn key concepts about how to recognize and confidently respond to soft tissue and movement therapy indications, precautions and contraindications related to the digestive and endocrine systems. This course also provides an excellent reference for future use. |
5 |
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$58 |
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Energize Your Business: One Year to a Successful Massage Therapy Practice
Home Study: CognitiveThis course requires a textbook that is not downloadable but the test and certificate are available online
Description: Energize your practice and take it to a new level by following the suggestions in this course based on Laura Allen’s book One Year to a Successful Massage Therapy Practice. In addition to giving you 8 CE hours toward your state and/or national renewal, the textbook includes Bonus journal space to help you generate ideas; apply them to your situation, and track your progress. |
8 |
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$116 |
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Equine Massage: Anatomy, Physiology and Contraindications
Home Study: CognitiveThis course requires a textbook that is not downloadable but the test and certificate are available online
Description: Based on a well-illustrated book by Mike Scott, MMTP, this course presents equine A & P; assessment strategies; safety issues for both the horse and the therapist; the theory behind appropriate massage techniques; a discussion of how the author applies techniques in various situations; how he uses stretches to benefit the horse, and how to he uses attention when touching horses. This course provides solid conceptual preparation for seeking hands-on training, but it does not teach hands-on skills. Please seek additional experience, with a mentor, to add hands-on skills. |
10 |
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$127 |
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Ethics in Practice
Home Study: Cognitive6 CE hours in ethics: 2 hours in NCBTMB Standard V Roles and Boundaries and 4 hours in NCBTMB Standard I Professionalism This course requires a textbook that is not downloadable but the test and certificate are available online
Description: This course meets all the NCBTMB Ethics requirments. Learn a universal ethical framework that addresses massage therapy-specific ethics and real-life business advice. This course is loaded with examples from massage therapists who share their diverse experiences with you. The AMTA Code of Ethics Guidelines are the backbone for the ethics portion. The business portion includes examples of ethical business practice situations and their resolutions, and honest advice about the realities of a massage therapy career. |
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6 |
$83 |
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Ethics Refresher
1 Hour in Ethics: Standard V, Roles and BoundariesThis course, test and certificate are available online.
Description: This is a 1-hour ethics refresher course for practitioners who need to quickly review the basics related to NCBTMB Standard V: Roles and Boundaries. |
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1 |
$7 |
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Evidence-Based Orthopedic Massage
Home Study: CognitiveThis course requires a textbook that is not downloadable but the test and certificate are available online
Description: Learn important evidence-based approaches to safe, effective and cost-effective orthopedic massage. The textbook, Orthopedic Massage: Theory and Technique, 2nd ed. (2009), by Whitney W. Lowe, BA, LMT, is the best book available for learning about orthopedic soft tissue disorders. Through text and photographs it explores common soft tissue injuries including cautions, contraindications and the author’s approaches to treatment. This course does not teach hands-on skills. Please seek additional experience, with a mentor, to add hands-on skills. |
13 |
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$168 |
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Fascia: The Endless Web
Home Study: Cognitive This course requires a textbook that is not downloadable but the test and certificate are available online
Description: The comprehensive textbook for this course is the result of more than two decades of research and practice. Through clear language and ample illustrations, learn how movement patterns and structural imbalances may develop before birth and during early childhood; how to read structural imbalances and variations in the body, and how the author addresses fascial imbalances through bodywork. This course does not teach hands-on skills. Please seek additional experience, with a mentor, to add hands-on skills. |
13 |
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$127 |
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Fibromyalgia: Massage and Bodywork Indications and Contraindications for Advanced Practice
This course requires a printed textbook but the test and certificate are available online.
Description: Designed for anyone involved in the management of musculoskeletal pain, this practical guide to fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) provides a multidisciplinary perspective. The textbook, written by Leon Chaitow, ND, DO, distills contemporary research and relates it to the problems of assessment and management. A DVD that shows Chaitow working with clients accompanies the textbook. This is an in-depth resource for advanced practitioners, It provides a comprehensive overview of fibromyalgia, its associated conditions, and the most effective approaches to treatment. Learn about the possible causes of FMS and why they are important; the latest research findings and how they relate to practice; the similarities and differences between CFS, FMS and myofascial pain syndrome; how to assess FMS and how to choose appropriate bodywork approaches. This course provides solid conceptual preparation for seeking hands-on training, but it does not teach hands-on skills. |
18 |
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$197 |
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Florida Law Course
2 Hours in Ethics: Standard I, ProfessionalismThis course, test and certificate are available online.
Description: This course was developed for the massage therapist or massage establishment owner who will be renewing their license in the State of Florida. It provides an overview including brief explanations and/or summarization of all sections of the Laws and Rules that are relevant to massage therapy in the State of Florida (Chapters 480 and 456 of the Florida Statutes and Rule Chapter 64B7 of the Florida Administrative Code). |
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2 |
$28 |
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Four Steps to Effective Marketing
This course, test and certificate are available online.
Description: Marketing doesn’t need to be scary. It can actually be inspiring, empowering and FUN! When you market your business effectively, you give people a much clearer understanding of who you are and how you can help them. Discover easy, affordable ways to communicate your unique message to your ideal clients, using the four organizing steps described in this course. |
3 |
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$38 |
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Functional Wellness and Structural Integration
Home Study: Cognitive This course requires a textbook that is not downloadable but the test and certificate are available online
Description: This course explores the core concepts of standing and moving posture assessment. It includes topics such as functional wellness, structural integration, musculoskeletal imbalances, Feldenkrais and Rolfing. The textbook, written by Somatic Therapist John Smith, will serve as an invaluable desk reference long after the course is completed. This course does not teach hands-on skills. Please seek additional experience, with a mentor, to add hands-on skills. |
14 |
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$172 |
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Green Your Business and Your Life
Home Study: CognitiveThis course requires a textbook that is not downloadable but the test and certificate are available online
Description: By demonstrating how going green can fit any budget, New York Times best-selling author David Bach shows that good environmental and financial decisions go hand-in-hand. Most of the tips in this attractive and accessible textbook are simple to understand and apply. Some require making a serious commitment and Bach clarifies how these changes can yield radical results. In the Finish Rich section, Bach turns his attention from going green to investing your saved money in eco-friendly businesses. A winning and wise guide, this textbook (printed on recycled paper with proceeds going to a green advocacy group) includes a comprehensive resource list and is an essential reference to use and share with family, friends and co-workers. |
6 |
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$73 |
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Helping Clients Manage Chronic Pain
This course, test and certificate are available online.
Description: To study pain and its alleviation is to journey into the relationships between the body, mind and spirit. Get a quick review of the most essential points all massage therapists need to know to be more grounded, compassionate and effective in their work with people in chronic pain. This course enhances the conceptual foundation for practice and does not teach hands-on skills. |
4 |
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$48 |
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Helping Clients Who Have Edema
This course, test and certificate are available online.
Description: Learn the concepts underlying massage and bodywork for clients who have edema, including an overview of lymph drainage and important steps to preventing lymphedema. This course does not teach hands-on skills. |
3 |
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$38 |
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Helping Clients Who Have Fibromyalgia and Chronic Myofascial Pain
Home Study: Cognitive This course requires a textbook that is not downloadable but the test and certificate are available online
Description: This course is a goldmine of practical information and up to date research about fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) and chronic myofascial pain (CMP). It examines how FMS and CMP can affect the quality of life; important concepts about safe and effective ways to maintain health while decreasing pain and dysfunction, and indications and contraindications for bodywork. This course provides solid conceptual preparation for seeking hands-on training, but it does not teach hands-on skills. Please seek additional experience, with a mentor, to add hands-on skills. |
12 |
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$134 |
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HIV Update for Massage Therapists and Bodyworkers
3 CE Hours in Communicable Disease/HIVThis course, test and certificate are available online.
Description: Today we find people with HIV infection among our clientele, our circle of friends and our families. HIV infected persons are seeking healing modalities that enhance the physical, psychological and spiritual aspects of their being. Touch is in the forefront of these modalities. This course will greatly assist you in providing your skills with greater awareness and sensitivity for people who have HIV infection. This course meets the communicable disease requirement for Maryland and for most other states. |
3 |
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$38 |
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Holistic Pathology and Ethics Package
21 General CE Hours + 4 Hours in Ethics, Standard I This course requires a textbook that is not downloadable but the test and certificate are available online This package contains 3 courses. Take each course when it fits your needs. You may take 1 test now and save the other 2 tests for your next renewal period if you wish. You'll receive 1 certificate for each test. Note: Extra ethics hours may be used to meet NCBTMB General CE Hour requirements.
Description: Deepen your understanding of pathology from a body/mind approach. Learn key concepts about how to recognize and confidently respond to soft tissue and movement therapy indications, precautions and contraindications for over 225 health conditions. Learn how to recognize and respond to issues of professionalism; the therapeutic process; prevention of and interaction with communicable diseases, including HIV; and ethical issues of illness care. The textbook provides an excellent reference after the course is done. This course is on Clearance because the textbook has a number of minor 'typos.' These errors do not affect the value of the information in the course. |
21 |
4 |
$217 |
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Holistic Pathology, Part 1
Home Study: Cognitive This course requires a textbook that is not downloadable but the test and certificate are available online
Description: This course will deepen your understanding of pathology, from a body/mind approach. Organized by body system, it presents key concepts about how to recognize and confidently respond to soft tissue and movement therapy indications, precautions and contraindications for over 150 health conditions and provides an excellent reference after the course is done. This course is on Clearance because the textbook has a number of 'typos.' These errors don't affect the value of the information in the book. (See the excellent Reviews from past customers.) |
11 |
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$97 |
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Holistic Pathology, Part 2
Home Study: CognitiveThis course requires a textbook that is not downloadable but the test and certificate are available online
Description: This course will deepen your understanding of pathology...from a body/mind approach. Organized by body system, it presents key concepts about how to recognize and confidently respond to soft tissue and movement therapy indications, precautions and contraindications for more than 75 health conditions and provides an excellent reference after the course is done. This course is on Clearance because the textbook has a number of 'typos.' These errors don't affect the value of the information in the book. (See the excellent Reviews from past customers.) |
10 |
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$87 |
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Intro to Aromatherapy Facial Massage
Home Study: Cognitive This course requires a textbook that is not downloadable but the test and certificate are available online
Description: Applicable to both private practice and spa settings, this beautifully-illustrated course teaches the concepts behind giving an effective facial that integrates acupressure, aromatherapy and topical ingredients to nourish, protect and tone the skin. The charts, text and photos in the textbook provide an exceptional reference for on-going use. This course does not teach hands-on skills. Please seek additional experience, with a mentor, to add hands-on skills. |
9 |
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$104 |
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Introduction to Aromatherapy
Home Study: CognitiveThis course requires a textbook that is not downloadable but the test and certificate are available online
Description: This course is an introduction to the therapeutic properties of popular essential oils. Learn the best methods of purchasing and storing essential oils, and the recommended precautions for infants, children, pregnant women and people who have sensitive skin. The textbook provides a handy A-to-Z reference for future use with clear tables, illustrations and oil profiles. Also available: 3 optional sample sets of organic essential oils @ $20 each. This course does not teach hands-on skills. Please seek additional experience, with a mentor, to add hands-on skills. |
6 |
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$69 |
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Introduction to Skilled Touch for Seriously Ill Persons
This course, test and certificate are available online.
Description: Co-written by experts Irene Smith and Sharon Burch, this course provides you with a depth of experience and sensitivity for working with the seriously ill. A list of resources for further study, including sources for hands-on training, are included. This course includes 3 hours of communicable disease and meets the requirement of Maryland and most states. It does not teach hands-on skills. |
14 |
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$148 |
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Introduction to Thai Yoga Massage
This course requires a textbook that is not downloadable but the test and certificate are available online
Description: Discover how Thai yoga massage promotes physical, mental and spiritual well-being. This beautifully illustrated home study CE course introduces the core principles of Thai yoga massage and provides helpful preparation for those who are considering hands-on training. Concepts presented include the history, benefits and key elements of the practice, such as anatomy and physiology and contraindications from the Thai viewpoint and tips for integration Thai concepts with Western health theory. An accompanying 45-minute DVD shows an expert Thai yoga massage practitioner giving a one-hour massage, with key points for effective body mechanics noted. This course also includes a list of resources for further study including hands-on training. This course provides conceptual preparation to seek additional training and does not teach hands-on skills. |
12 |
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$125 |
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Introduction to Working with People Who Have Cancer
Home Study: Cognitive This course requires a textbook that is not downloadable but the test and certificate are available online
Description: Based on a textbook by Gayle MacDonald, MS, LMT, this detailed and informative course presents solid conceptual guidelines about safe, beneficial touch for people who have cancer. It includes the research, science, and cautions of using touch to support people of all ages who have cancer, including ways massage can strengthen the body before and after cancer treatment. The textbook provides a valuable, comprehensive resource that will interest massage therapists, clients and caregivers. This course does not teach hands-on skills. Please seek additional experience, with a mentor, to add hands-on skills. |
10 |
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$124 |
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Massage and Energy Work for Dogs: Anatomy, Physiology and Contraindications
Home Study: Cognitive This course requires a textbook that is not downloadable but the test and certificate are available online
Description: This course explores the energetic dynamics between people and dogs with detailed text, photographs and charts. It includes the concepts behind a variety of massage practices, positional release techniques, acupressure, healing touch and chakra balancing. The textbook author, Jonathan Rudinger, RN, LMT, is the president of The International Association of Animal Massage and Bodywork. This course does not teach hands-on skills. |
10 |
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$119 |
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Massage for Infants and Children: How to Make Safe and Satisfying Practice Modifications
Home Study: Cognitive This course requires a textbook that is not downloadable but the test and certificate are available online
Description: Learn the benefits and key principles of massage for infants and children, including how the author eases discomfort and releases tension in normal and premature infants, asthmatic children, and children with special needs, plus her approaches to consoling crying and fussing infants and relieving colic. This course does not teach hands-on skills. Please seek additional experience, with a mentor, to add hands-on skills. |
6 |
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$75 |
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Massage for Pregnant Women: How to Make Safe and Satisfying Practice Modifications
Home Study: CognitiveThis course requires a textbook that is not downloadable but the test and certificate are available online
Description: Based on Pre- and Perinatal Massage Therapy by Carole Osborne-Sheets, this course presents the conceptual preparation you need to confidently locate further training or deepen what you’ve already learned about pre- and perinatal massage. Combining research, scholarship and compassion, the author shares how she individualizes her work with childbearing women in a wide variety of circumstances. The recommendations on how and when to adapt or avoid particular techniques are especially valuable. This course does not teach hands-on skills. Please seek additional experience, with a mentor, to add hands-on skills. |
10 |
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$111 |
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Massage in Healthcare Package
This package can be 100% downloaded and contains 4 courses*Intro to Skilled Touch for Seriously Ill Persons (14 CE Hours)Helping Clients Who Have Edema (3 CE Hours)Helping Clients Manage Chronic Pain (4 CE Hours)The 3-Hour Ethics Course (3 Ethics Hours) * Take each course when it fits your needs. You may take some course now and save the other courses for your next renewal period if you wish. You'll receive 1 certificate for each course. Note: The Skilled Touch course meets the communicable disease requirements of Maryland and most states. Also, if you have extra ethics hours they will qualify as general CE Hours. |
21 |
3 |
$197 |
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Modern Reflexology Integrated with the Five Elements
Home Study: CognitiveThis course requires a textbook that is not downloadable but the test and certificate are available online
Description: This course is a multi-cultutral introduction to reflexology, with a textbook by internationally known reflexologist Inge Dougans. This course identifies reflexology points and corresponding Chinese meridians on the foot. It also describes how the 12 energy meridians relate to health, massage and bodywork. This course does not teach hands-on skills. Please seek additional experience, with a mentor, to add hands-on skills. |
12 |
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$119 |
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NCBTMB Standard V: Professional Roles and Boundaries
2 Hours in Ethics Standard V: Roles and Boundaries This course, test and certificate are available online.
Description: A concise, easy-to read review of the NCBTMB Standard V: Professional Roles and Boundaries. You can download, complete this course and print your certificate in 2 hours, if you choose. Each section of this course reviews a section of Standard V and helps you consider how it relates to your practice. This course meets the NCBTMB requirements for 2 hours in Standard V: Roles and Boundaries. |
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$28 |
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Persistent Vegetative State: To Live or Let Die
6 Hours in Ethics including 2 Hours in Standard V, Roles and Boundaries
Description: This online course was developed in collaboration with DIA Learning. The author, Gerard Magill, Ph.D., is a Professor and the Executive Director of the Center for Health Care Ethics at Saint Louis University (Health Sciences). "PVS: To Live or Let Die" is an ethics course written for all health professionals, and it's especially appropriate for those who work in acute care environments. It provides an in-depth look at the complicated clinical, ethical, and legal issues involved in the highly publicized Terri Schiavo case. Expert physicians debate whether Terri was or was not in a persistent vegetative state. Prominent ethicists debate whether feeding and hydration should continue. Attorneys debate whether she should live or die. This 100% on-line course has 12 chapters, each consisting of a high quality on-line video documentary, a short essay to read on-line, and an on-line quiz. Upon successful completion of the quiz and evaluation form, a certificate of completion can be downloaded and printed immediately. Click here for more information and to order the course. |
6 |
6 |
$120 |
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Positional Release Techniques for Muscle and Joint Problems
Home Study: CognitiveThis course requires a textbook that is not downloadable but the test and certificate are available online
Description: This advanced course explores the core concepts of positional release techniques for muscle and joint problems. The textbook, by Leon Chaitow, ND, DO, communicates the ideas, theories and history of many different approaches and includes a bonus DVD that shows how the author applies his techniques. This course does not teach hands-on skills. Please seek additional experience, with a mentor, to add hands-on skills. |
24 |
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$247 |
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Preparation for Infant Massage
Home Study: Cognitive This course requires a textbook that is not downloadable but the test and certificate are available online
Description: This course is for every massage or bodywork practitioner who wants to be more knowledgeable about giving massage to well, premature and special needs infants. The textbook, written by Mary Ady, CIMI, NCTMB, presents the research-backed benefits of massage for newborns; a description of more than 50 common infant health disorders; an aromatherapy guide for infants and toddlers; internet links for further study and support, and a bonus section with step-by-step illustrations of how the author conducts an infant massage routine. Note: Although this textbook contains several well-illustrated chapters on specific infant massage techniques, the test and CE hours for this course DO NOT include those chapters. We consider those chapters bonus material. Please seek additional experience, with a mentor, to add hands-on skills. |
3 |
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$56 |
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Preparation for Providing Massage in Hospice
Home Study: Cognitive This course requires a textbook that is not downloadable but the test and certificate are available online
Description: As more people reach beyond conventional medicine for healing, massage and bodywork practitioners are being invited to aid and comfort dying persons and those who care for them. In this profoundly intimate course, internationally acclaimed practitioner Irene Smith shares openly about the multidimensional challenges and personal healing nature of this work. The textbook, 2 CDs and DVD in this course clearly present Irene’s practical and philosophical framework developed from 25 years’ experience. This course is for any massage therapist or bodyworker who is considering working with dying persons. It will inspire you and prepare you to work with a mentor, if necessary, to learn new hands-on skills. This course does not teach hands-on skills. Please seek additional experience, with a mentor, to add hands-on skills. |
10 |
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$179 |
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Preparation for Working with Frail Clients
Home Study: CognitiveThis course requires a textbook that is not downloadable but the test and certificate are available online
Description: Explore the essential considerations for working with frail and hospitalized clients. Learn through photos, case studies and sample forms how expert massage practitioners individualize their approaches to hospitalized clients; how they complement medical treatments to increase comfort; improve clinical outcomes, and enhance wholeness for clients and their caregivers. Applicable to private practice as well as work in medical facilities, the textbook is an essential resource to use over and over. This course does not teach hands-on skills. Please seek additional experience, with a mentor, to add hands-on skills. |
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$160 |
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Preventing Medical Errors
3 Hours in Ethics: Standard I, Professionalism This course, test and certificate are available online.
Description: Learn why medical errors contribute to high health care costs and why it's important to design your massage practice to increase safety for your clients and yourself. This course meets most states' risk management and medical errors requirements. |
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$38 |
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Psychological Defenses and Boundaries in Massage Therapy
This course requires a textbook that is not downloadable but the test and certificate are available online
Description: Qualifies for 6 CE Hours in Ethics, including 2 Hrs. in NCBTMB Standard V. Through text and cartoons, learn new insights into the psychological factors that influence your work and your client relations. Based on The Psychology of the Body by Elliot Greene and Barbara Goodrich-Dunn, this course explores the ethical issues related to the psychological defenses and body boundaries that profoundly influence people. Learn fresh approaches to recognizing and responding to ethical issues; using therapeutic frames, and confidently collaborating with mental health professionals. The textbook includes numerous cases studies and suggestions for applying the concepts through self-directed exercises. This textbook is the same one used for our Body Psychology course. It is also a valuable reference to use over and over. |
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$100 |
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Psychoneuroimmunology for Bodyworkers
This course requires a textbook that is not downloadable but the test and certificate are available online
Description: The science of psychoneuroimmunology (PNI) investigates the mind/body link. This course focuses on PNI in relationship to body memory. The course will help you better understand the emotional component of your work and facilitate longer-lasting positive results. It does not teach hands-on skills. |
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$144 |
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Qigong: Chinese Energy Healing
Home Study: CognitiveThis course requires a textbook that is not downloadable but the test and certificate are available online
Description: Qigong is an integrated mind-body healing art and science that has been practiced in China for thousands of years. This course explores what qigong is and how its practitioners integrate it into their life and massage or bodywork practice. This course provides conceptual preparation to seek additional training, and does not teach hands-on skills. Please seek additional experience, with a mentor, to add hands-on skills. |
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$109 |
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Restoring Emotional and Mental Balance with Aromatherapy
Home Study: CognitiveThis course requires a textbook that is not downloadable but the test and certificate are available online
Description: Learn how to help clients improve a wide range of emotional and mental complaints through the application of essential oils. This course describes oils’ subtle energies and psychotherapeutic properties combined with Traditional Chinese Medicine principles, including the 5 elements and acupressure. It is superbly laid out and has 160+ illustrations as well as easy-to-reference charts. Also available: 3 optional sample sets of organic essential oils @ $20 each. This course does not teach hands-on skills. Please seek additional experience, with a mentor, to add hands-on skills. |
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$104 |
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Results of Massage Therapy Research
Home Study: CognitiveThis course requires a textbook that is not downloadable but the test and certificate are available online
Description: Based on a textbook by Tiffany Field, PhD, this course examines the results of current massage therapy-related research and describes the conceptual application of those results to practice. The textbook is a clear and authoritative review of what is reliably known about the effects of touch in the areas of: growth and development, attention and attention disorders, psychiatric conditions, pain syndromes, stress reduction, immune function and auto-immune disorders. This course does not teach hands-on skills. Please seek additional experience, with a mentor, to add hands-on skills. |
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$136 |
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Sports Massage
Home Study: CognitiveThis course requires a textbook that is not downloadable but the test and certificate are available online
Description: Based on a textbook by Patricia Benjamin, PhD and Scott Lamp, LMT, this course provides the theoretical and practical basis for using sports massage to help athletes stay in shape, recover from injuries and improve performance, including the authors’ approaches to conducting an effective sports massage program in various settings. A list of resources for further study, including hands-on training, is included. This course provides conceptual preparation to seek additional training, and does not teach hands-on skills. Please seek additional experience, with a mentor, to add hands-on skills. |
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$137 |
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Staying Well: Alternatives to Antibiotics
This course, test and certificate are available online.
Description: Got that tired, run-down feeling? Learn easy, effective ways to support and strengthen your immune system through nutrition, dietary supplements, herbs and lifestyle choices. |
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$38 |
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Stress and the Body-Mind
This course, test and certificate are available online.
Description: Deepen your understanding of how to reduce chronic stress including how to manage your own stress and how to communicate the ways your services help your clients experience stress relief. |
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$48 |
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Teaching for Multiple Intelligences
Home Study: Cognitive This course requires a textbook that is not downloadable but the test and certificate are available online
Description: This course introduces teaching practices for 8 forms of multiple intelligences. These include; verbal, mathematical, visual, kinesthetic, rhythmic, interpersonal, intrapersonal and naturalist. It provides insight into the diversity of learning and includes many clearly-designed examples of multiply-intelligent ways to design learning experiences. The textbook was written for teaching children K–12, but the concepts and strategies are clearly applicable to all forms of communication. NOTE: The textbook for this course is the 2003 edition. |
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$167 |
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The 2-Hour Ethics Course: Professional Roles and Boundaries
2 Hours in Ethics Standard V: Roles and Boundaries This course, test and certificate are available online.
Description: This is a short, concise review of the main legal and ethical concepts related to professional roles and boundaries in massage and bodywork today. This course meets the NCBTMB requirements for 2 hours in Standard V: Roles and Boundaries. |
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$28 |
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The 3-Hour Ethics Course
3 Hours in Ethics including 2 Hours in Standard V, Roles and Boundaries This course, test and certificate are available online.
Description: Expand your understanding of ethics. Learn how to build a safer therapeutic environment for yourself and your client. |
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$38 |
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The 3-Hour Ethics Course: Professional Conduct
3 Hours in Ethics including 2 Hours in Standard V, Roles and Boundaries and 1 Hour in Standard I, Professionalism This course, test and certificate are available online.
Description: Standards of Practice provide massage therapists with clear, written expectations of professional conduct that can protect both the client and the practitioner and safeguard the therapeutic value of the relationship. This course reviews the NCBTMB Standards I and V in detail and helps you consider how they relate to your practice. |
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$38 |
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The 4-Hour Ethics Course: Health Professionalism
4 Hours in Ethics including 2 Hours in NCBTMB Standard V, Roles and Boundaries This course, test and certificate are available online.
Description: This short course gives massage therapists and bodyworkers an opportunity to reflect on their own professionalism and several important ethical considerations that relate to the health professions. This course meets the NCBTMB requirements for 2 CE hours in Standard V: Roles and Boundaries plus gives another 2 CE hours in ethics, which can also be used as regular CE hours if your ethics requirement has already been met. |
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$48 |
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The 4-Hour Ethics Course: Legal and Ethical Issues
4 Hours in Ethics: Standard I, Professionalism This course, test and certificate are available online.
Description: Take this opportunity to reflect on your professionalism while reviewing several ethical issues within the massage therapy and bodywork profession. This course meets the NCBTMB general ethics requirement. |
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$48 |
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The 6-Hour Ethics Course: Byron Katie's "The Work"
6 Hours in Ethics including 2 Hours in Standard V, Roles and Boundaries This course, test and certificate are available online.
Description: This course meets all the NCBTMB Ethics requirements for renewal. For thousands of years we’ve been told not to judge but we still do it all the time—how our clients and co-workers should act, what our children should care about, and what our partners should feel, do, or say. Byron Katie’s The Work is a simple yet powerful process of inquiry that teaches you to identify and question thoughts that cause you to judge yourself and others. It provides a fast, clear way to see what's hurting you and address that with clarity. By applying The Work to your daily life, you will stop suppressing your judgments and use them as starting points for self-realization instead. This shift keeps you honest and gives you and the people you relate with the freedom to be authentic and whole. This 6-hour ethics course helps you recognize your projections and counter-transference; honor your ethical boundaries and perform your professional roles with greater integrity. |
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$68 |
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The 6-Hour Ethics Course: Ethical Issues Related to Medical Settings
6 Hours in Ethics including 2 Hours in Standard V, Roles and Boundaries This course, test and certificate are available online.
Description: This course meets all the NCBTMB Ethics requirements for renewal. This course addresses some of the challenges involved in caring for people who are ill, injured or dying. It gives tools to help integrate your practice into hospitals, nursing facilities and home care settings. It includes topics such as ethical dilemmas, dissonance, mentorship and boundaries. |
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$68 |
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The 6-Hour Ethics Course: Ethics from the Dalai Lama
6 Hours in Ethics including 2 Hours in NCBTMB Standard V, Roles and BoundariesThis course requires a textbook that is not downloadable but the test and certificate are available online.
Description: This course meets all the NCBTMB Ethics requirements. Based on the book “Ethics for the New Millennium” by HH the Dalai Lama, this course presents a moral system of ethics for your consideration including universal principles of compassion for oneself and others and restraint from causing harm. While exploring ethics for the individual and for society, this course will improve your ability to treat each person with respect, dignity and worth; adhere to ethical boundaries, and safeguard the therapeutic relationship. It’s applicable to all practice settings. |
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$78 |
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The 6-Hour Ethics Course: General
Ethics: 2 Hours in Standard V, Roles and Boundaries and 4 Hours in Other Standards This course requires a textbook that is not downloadable but the test and certificate are available online
Description: This course meets all the NCBTMB Ethics requirements for renewal. Recognize "red flags" that can indicate ethical decision points. Learn how to create a safe and consistent therapeutic environment and minimize problems related to client transference. |
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$95 |
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The 6-Hour Ethics Course: Legal and Ethical Issues
6 Hours in Ethics including 2 Hours in Standard V, Roles and Boundaries This course, test and certificate are available online.
Description: This course meets all the NCBTMB Ethics for renewal. Examine key legal and ethical concepts related to message and bodywork including professional roles and boundaries in the health field. Learn essential tips for medical record keeping and professional liability insurance. |
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$68 |
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The Scientific Basis of Energy Medicine
Home Study: CognitiveThis course requires a textbook that is not downloadable but the test and certificate are available online
Description: This course presents scientific evidence that’s relevant to massage therapists and bodyworkers who want to clearly understand and communicate the energetic effects of their work. The textbook author is a distinguished cell biologist and a world authority on energy and complementary medicine. This course does not teach hands-on skills. Please seek additional experience, with a mentor, to add hands-on skills. |
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$158 |
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Tibetan Massage and Movement
Home Study: Cognitive This course requires a textbook that is not downloadable but the test and certificate are available online
Description: This beautifully illustrated course introduces the core principles of the ancient Tibetan yogic practice of Kum Nye. This course includes breathing exercises, sitting postures, stretching movements and massage. It is suitable for persons of all ages and fitness levels. It provides helpful preparation for seeking hands-on training. This course does not teach hands-on skills. Please seek additional experience, with a mentor, to add hands-on skills. |
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$131 |
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Trigger Point Therapy
Home Study: CognitiveThis course requires a textbook that is not downloadable but the test and certificate are available online.
Description: Trigger point therapy is a proven approach for the relief of soft-tissue pain and dysfunction. The textbook author, Clair Davies, NCTMB, provides a uniquely specific study of trigger point location and alleviation as well as specific cautions and contraindications. This course serves practitioners who want to better understand and reduce their own pain as well as those who want to help their clients. This course does not teach hands-on skills. Please seek additional experience, with a mentor, to add hands-on skills. |
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$116 |
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Trigger Point Therapy Package
Save Time and Money and Meet ALL Your Maryland CE RequirementsGet your 3-hour course in communicable disease and the ethics required by Maryland and the NCBTMB and another 15 CE hours ... ALL in 1 beautiful package! This is the Trigger Point Therapy Package, and you get these 4 popular courses: Trigger Point Therapy (10 CE Hours)Helping Clients Manage Chronic Pain (5 CE Hours)Byron Katie's "The Work" (6 CE Hours in Ethics)HIV Update (3 CE Hours) |
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$197 |
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Understanding Ayurvedic Massage
Home Study: CognitiveThis course requires a textbook that is not downloadable but the test and certificate are available online
Description: Ayurveda is one of the oldest systems of health and healing in the world. Learn how Ayurvedic massage helps balance the body and mind. Through clear language and beautiful illustrations, this home study CE course describes how an expert practitioner performs Ayurvedic assessment and massage for a variety of clients including those who are pregnant, in labor, in postpartum and providing infant care. This course includes the benefits, key terms, indications and contraindications for Ayurvedic massage and recipes for creating your own Ayurvedic fragrant oils, nourishing facial creams, masks and clay baths. Applicable to all types of practice and especially valuable for MTs who provide spa services and a valuable reference guide for future use.This course does not teach hands-on skills. Please seek additional experience, with a mentor, to add hands-on skills. |
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$78 |
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Understanding HIV Infection
3 CE Hours in Communicable Disease/HIVThis course, test and certificate are available online.
Description: This course will deepen your understanding of HIV and encourage respectful and compassionate skills for working with people who have an HIV infection. It also covers special concerns for working with clients who have tuberculosis, Kaposi's sarcoma and/or HIV dementia. This course meets the communicable disease requirement for Maryland and for most other states. |
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$38 |
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Universal and Standard Precautions
This course, test and certificate are available online.
Description: Do you know how to guard yourself and your clients from infectious diseases? Learn how in this short and clear course. This course meets the Universal Precautions requirement for Missouri and the communicable disease requirements of most states. |
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$38 |
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Visual Guide to Deep Tissue Massage and Myofascial Release 1
Home Study: CognitiveThis course requires a textbook that is not downloadable but the test and certificate are available online
Description: Based on Art Riggs' outstanding book Deep Tissue Massage, a Visual Guide to Techniques, this course clearly illustrates the core principles necessary to prepare the learner to seek hands-on training in deep tissue massage. It presents the author’s safe, sensitive and efficient approaches to postural analysis, treatment and exercise with numerous photo's and illustrations. The textbook is relevant to any type of massage practice in any environment. It provides an excellent quick reference guide after the course is done. This course does not teach hands-on skills. Please seek additional experience, with a mentor, to add hands-on skills. |
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$126 |
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Visual Guide to Deep Tissue Massage and Myofascial Release 2
Home Study: Kinesthetic
Description: Based on the popular 7-DVD set by Art Riggs, Certified Advanced Rolfer, CMT, this advanced practice home study (kinesthetic) course clearly demonstrates the principles necessary for deep tissue massage that’s safe, sensitive and efficient. Learn from one of the most highly respected teachers in the USA. Art Riggs provides instructions and protocols for postural analysis; deep tissue treatment; how to teach strengthening and stretching exercises to clients; how to troubleshoot problems when they arise, and how to protect your body while working. Many massage training products just show "strokes" without delving into the complex issues of soft tissue restrictions, osseous articulations and strategies for working with the multitude of different issues we face as therapists. This extensive training series not only shows countless strokes and techniques, but more importantly will demonstrate the qualitative art of working with deep tissues to effect profound change. This course has a user-friendly design and is relevant to any type of massage practice in any environment. You may examine the test NOW by registering for an account on our website; returning to this Enrollment page, and downloading the FREE Study Guide with the link that will be present. |
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$357 |
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Why Touch + Roles and Boundaries Package
7 General CE Hours + 2 Hours in Ethics, Standard V and 1 Hour in Standard 1 This course requires a textbook that is not downloadable but the test and certificate are available online This package contains 2 courses. Take each course when it fits your needs. You may take 1 test now and save the other test for your next renewal period if you wish. You'll receive 1 certificate for each test. Note: Extra ethics hours may be used to meet NCBTMB General CE Hour requirements.
Description: Based on a book written by Tiffany Field, PhD, the world-renowned Director of the Touch Research Institute at the University of Miami School of Medicine, this course examines the value of touch from sociological, anthropological and physiological perspectives. She presents recent research results on touch therapies and emphasizes the need for change in social attitudes. |
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$97 |
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Why Touch?
Home Study: CognitiveThis course requires a textbook that is not downloadable but the test and certificate are available online
Description: Based on a book written by Tiffany Field, PhD, the Director of the Touch Research Institute at the University of Miami School of Medicine, this course examines the value of touch from sociological, anthropological and physiological perspectives and presents recent significant research results on a variety of touch therapies. AlsoEthics: |
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$82 |
