MASSAGE PASSPORT
NINE GREAT COURSES Engage ~ Discover ~ Learn
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The following distance learning courses are approved by the Louisiana Board of Massage Therapy
Pregnancy Massage & Massage for Special Populations
12 credit hrs​
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$170.00
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Learn to adapt massage for common discomforts of normal pregnancy. Also covered are modifications for clients who have high risk pregnancies or who are nursing. This course also includes adapting massage for infants, children, & adolescent, the elderly, clients with impairments, and those individuals nearing the end of life and in hospice care. The textbook Massage Therapy: Principles & Practice is included in this course.
Geriatric Massage
12 credit hrs​
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$170.00
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The elderly are one of the fastest growing populations in the country. Working with the elderly requires an understanding about the aging process as well as lifestyle & emotional changes such as reduced income & loss of loved ones. This course will guides you though this landscape such as how to conduct a customized intake, what diseases affect the elderly, the most commonly prescribed medications, & clients in hospice care. The textbook Mosby's Pathology for Massage Therapists is included in this course.​
Massage Therapy & Cancer
12 credit hours​
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$170.00
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The thought of cancer brings fear & anxiety to our clients. A knowledgeable & skilled therapist does much to bring comfort by administering client-centered treatments. Treatments are enormously taxing to the body & massage can help minimize many unpleasant side effects. This course will give you a new understanding of cancer, its causes & progression, as well as when to refer your client for additional health services. The textbook Mosby’s Pathology for Massage Therapists is included in this course.
Massage Therapy & Pharmacology
12 credit hrs​
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$170.00​
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As health care professionals, massage therapists seek to improve health of our clients. Many clients use medications, some of which impact the session. What is the most crucial side effect of hormone replacement therapy? Of statin drugs? How can I adapt my massage accordingly? This course will discuss these & other aspects of medications such as administration & highlight commonly used meds such as those used for pain control, as antidepressants, & for management of cardiovascular & diabetic conditions. The textbook Mosby’s Pathology for Massage Therapists is included in this course.
Massage Therapy and Infection Control
12 credit hrs​
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$170.00​
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This course helps massage service providers better serve the public by understanding and implementing measures that reduce the risk of disease transmission. This course defines concepts of disease, the chain of infection, standard precautions and transmission-based precautions, and discusses cleaning and disinfecting procedures for surfaces, objects, and laundry. The textbook Massage Therapy: Principles & Practice is included in this course.
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Anatomy/Physiology Review: ONE
18 credit hrs​
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$200.00​
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Anatomy and Physiology Review ONE is an excellent review of anatomy & physiology. We start with a brief orientation, & discuss musculoskeletal systems, integumentary system, nervous system, & kinesiology. The remaining body systems are featured in anatomy/physiology Review TWO. The textbook Massage Therapy: Principles & Practice is included in this course.
Anatomy/Physiology Review: TWO
18 credit hrs​
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$200.00​
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Anatomy and Physiology Review TWO covers the endocrine, reproductive, cardiovascular systems, lymphatic system & immunity, respiratory, digestive, & urinary systems. The textbook Massage Therapy: Principles & Practice is included in this course.​
Self-Care for the Massage Therapist
12 credit hrs​
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$170.00​
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Massage can be a physically demanding profession. This course is designed to guide the therapist through a myriad of self-care techniques in order to ensure a long & safe career. Self-care techniques include: body mechanics, stances, adaptive techniques, physical fitness, stretching, strength building, & equipment. The textbook Massage Therapy: Principles and Practice is included in this course.​
Ethics & Massage
6 credit hrs​
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$100.00​
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Ethics is doing the right thing at the right time for the right reason. Every therapist has encountered awkward situations. Did you know what to do? This course will expand your perceptions and help you navigate the world of ethics where your own prejudice or a client’s motivation can change how you approach a situation. Using informed consent as a discussion platform, you will gain a deeper understanding of the process while improving the quality of client care. This course does NOT include a textbook.
Attractive Diploma &
Copies of Certificates
$10.00 each
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You can purchase an attractive diploma suitable for displaying in your office or additional paper copies of your certificate. These are $10.00 each and are sent first class mail. Be sure to include how you would like your name to appear on the diploma. PDF copies of your CE certificate will be emailed to you upon request at no charge.