Oncology Massage

Course overview

The 15 CE hour Oncology Massage course will provide both experienced and inexperienced therapists with a resource to expand their knowledge and understanding of working with people with cancer. Working with cancer patients requires adaptations to pressure, site, position, and duration to provide safe and effective treatment. This course will present the necessary information for planning the massage session, as well as information on types of cancer treatment, special considerations for those with cancer, and integrative cancer care. This course will present: Cancer treatment considerations Information on integrative cancer care Research on cancer and massage therapy Descriptions of all types of cancer treatment How to work with clients who have cancer Information on the therapeutic relationship