Certified Pediatric Massage Therapist (Cpmt)

Course overview

The comprehensive Pediatric Massage Training for massage therapists and health care professionals provides educational and professional training to those who wish to enhance their skills. Through this training, participants learn to provide massage therapy for children with special health care needs, who are hospitalized or have been diagnosed with a terminal illness in hospice care. Massage techniques for working with children with varied physical, developmental, and mental challenges will be demonstrated and practiced during hands-on in class sessions. The benefits and importance of individualized adaptations, including cultural considerations, for using massage therapy will be explained. At the completion of this training, you may be asked to provide pediatric massage therapy within a medical institution or other healthcare setting. In these situations, especially due to the vulnerability of children, we review the great importance of professional boundaries, safety guidelines, and considerations for working in medical settings including infection control and patient privacy. This course includes the Certified Pediatric Massage Therapist Guide, comprehensive up-to-date course materials, CPMT™ Certificate (after attending the full 2-day course, verified in class practicum hours, and an in-class exam) and after course mentoring from our Master Teacher. * Supplies – please bring massage linens for hands-on practice in class