Continuing Education Classes for Massage Therapy & Bodywork
Expand your clinical skillset with hands-on continuing education designed for massage therapists who are ready to go deeper. Each 8-hour course integrates cupping therapy, contrast therapy, and advanced manual techniques using a tissue-informed approach — helping you support circulation, lymphatic flow, and tissue mobility with greater confidence and adaptability. Whether you’re working with the face, abdomen, or full body, these courses are built around real clinical reasoning, special populations, and practical skill development you can apply from day one.
FSMTB Provider #1-000203
NCBTMB ID 1002867
Full-Body Cupping Integration
Jun. 14 | $225
Full-Body Cupping Integration: Facial, Abdominal, and Orthopedic Applications Using Multiple Cup Systems
Full-Body Cupping Integration is an 8-hour, hands-on continuing education course emphasizing a tissue-informed approach to cupping applications across the face, abdomen, and musculoskeletal system. This course is designed to expand the therapists ability to integrate cupping into full-body sessions using a thoughtful, adaptable approach that prioritizes tissue response, client comfort, and professional decision-making. Participants will explore techniques designed to support circulation, lymphatic movement, and tissue mobility while adapting pressure and method selection to varying tissue presentations, including complex or compromised conditions.
Class Details:
Techniques Covered
- Facial cupping applications for the head, face, and neck
- Abdominal vacuum cupping to support fluid movement and tissue glide
- Dynamic cupping for the back, shoulders, and lower body
Clinical Emphasis
Instruction emphasizes clinical reasoning, including recognizing tissue quality, identifying when to modify or avoid techniques, and selecting appropriate applications within scope of practice. Participants will also explore considerations for working with diverse tissue types, including areas presenting increased sensitivity, fluid congestion, or altered tissue response.
Course Details
Techniques are introduced through guided demonstration and hands-on practice, and will begin within the first 20 minutes of class to maximize skill integration. Pre-course video education will be provided to establish foundational concepts, allowing in-class time to focus on application and skill development. All tools and materials are provided for use during the course.
Cupping Therapy Facial Cupping Lymphatic Support Orthopedic Applications Tools & Materials Provided Pre-Course Video Included
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8-hr CEU
Integrative Abdominal Techniques
Jul. 12 | $225
Integrative Abdominal Techniques: Cupping, Contrast Therapy & Manual Techniques
Integrative Abdominal Techniques is an 8-hour, hands-on continuing education course focused on applying vacuum cupping, contrast therapy, and manual techniques to the abdominal region using a layered, tissue-informed approach. This course is designed to expand the therapists ability to work with the abdomen using thoughtful, adaptable techniques that prioritize tissue response, client comfort, and professional decision-making (within scope). Participants will explore supporting circulation, tissue mobility, and fluid movement while adapting techniques based on tissue presentation and client response.
Class Details:
Techniques Covered
- Abdominal vacuum cupping
- Contrast therapy and temperature variation
- Manual techniques for restriction, congestion, and sensitivity in the abdomen
- Sequencing and layering multiple modalities for targeted outcomes
Special Populations & Clinical Emphasis
Instruction includes considerations for a variety of client presentations, including peri/menopausal changes, post-pregnancy and post-loss recovery, endometriosis-related discomfort, and other conditions that may influence abdominal tissue response. Emphasis is placed on appropriate modifications, client communication, and maintaining clear boundaries within scope of massage therapy.
Course Details
Techniques are introduced through guided demonstration and hands-on practice, and will begin within the first 20 minutes of class to maximize skill integration. Pre-course video education will be provided to establish foundational concepts, allowing in-class time to focus on application, feedback, and skill development. All tools and materials are provided for use during the course.
Abdominal Cupping Contrast Therapy Special Populations Tissue Mobility Tools & Materials Provided
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8-hr CEU
Clinical Contrast Therapy
Aug. 9 | $225
Clinical Contrast Therapy: Circulation & Fluid Movement for Feet, Belly, Face & Neck
Clinical Contrast Therapy is an 8-hour, hands-on continuing education course centered on applying hot and cold techniques across multiple regions of the body using a tissue-informed approach. Therapists will learn how to use vasoconstriction and vasodilation as intentional tools to support circulation, lymphatic flow, and tissue mobility – adapting techniques to the specific needs of each client rather than relying on a one-size-fits-all protocol.
This course is designed for therapists who want to expand beyond traditional approaches and develop a more refined, adaptable skillset. By learning to work with the body’s natural vascular and lymphatic responses, participants will leave with practical techniques that support client comfort, enhance session outcomes, and elevate their clinical decision-making within scope of practice.
Class Details:
Techniques Covered
- Contrast therapy applied to the feet, abdomen, face, and neck
- Temperature timing and sequencing for fluid movement and reduced stagnation
- Layered approach to vascular and lymphatic support without excessive pressure
Special Populations & Clinical Emphasis
Instruction includes considerations for a variety of client presentations, including arthritis, diabetes, circulatory challenges, peri/menopausal changes, and other conditions affecting vascular and lymphatic function. Emphasis is placed on appropriate modifications, client communication, and maintaining clear boundaries within scope of massage therapy.
Emphasis is placed on appropriate modifications, precautions, pressure modulation, and clear guidance on when to adjust or avoid certain applications within scope of massage therapy.
Course Details
Techniques are introduced through guided demonstration and hands-on practice, and will begin within the first 20 minutes of class to maximize skill integration and confidence. Pre-course video education will be provided to establish foundational concepts, allowing in-class time to focus on application, feedback, and real-time problem solving. All tools and materials are provided for use during the course.
Contrast Therapy Lymphatic Flow Circulation Support Hot & Cold Techniques Tools & Materials Provided
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8-hr CEU
Integrated Head, Face & Neck Techniques
Sept. 13 | $225
Integrated Head, Face & Neck Techniques: Cupping, Contrast Therapy, Cranial & Scalp Integration
Integrated Head, Face & Neck Techniques is an 8-hour, hands-on continuing education course that explores a layered, tissue-informed approach to working with the head, face, and cervical region. This course is designed for massage therapists seeking to elevate their work with the the head, face, and neck through thoughtful integration, refined technique selection, and a deeper understanding of how to work with the body’s natural systems to support comfort and function. Participants will learn to integrate facial cupping, contrast therapy, cranial-based manual techniques, and scalp applications to support circulation, lymphatic flow, tissue mobility, and client comfort within the scope of massage therapy.
Class Details:
Techniques Covered
- Facial cupping for circulation and lymphatic movement
- Contrast therapy for the head, face, and neck
- Cranial-based manual techniques and dural tube traction-inspired work (within scope)
- Cervical and upper thoracic integration
- Comprehensive scalp work and hot oil scalp treatment
Clinical Emphasis
Instruction addresses common postural patterns such as forward head and forward shoulder positioning, protocols working in proximity to cranial nerve pathways (including the vagus and phrenic nerve regions), and how a layered multi-input approach can enhance outcomes without excessive pressure. Contraindications and professional communication are included throughout.
Course Details
Techniques are introduced through guided demonstration and hands-on practice, and will begin within the first 20 minutes of class to maximize skill integration and confidence. Pre-course video education will be provided to establish foundational concepts, allowing in-class time to focus on application, feedback, and real-time problem solving. All tools and materials are provided for use during the course.
Cranial Techniques Facial Cupping Scalp Therapy Cervical Integration Hot Oil Treatment Tools & Materials Provided
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8-hr CEU