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Massage Therapy CEU Courses
Approved by NCBTMB and credits accepted by Florida and most state boards.
Our 35 continuing education courses are convenient and cost-effective. Online massage CEU courses are available.
Complete your massage CEU requirements at home or online! Choose from any of these massage CEU program options:
- Massage Therapy CEU Course at Home Receive both your course materials and your test by mail.
- Massage Therapy CEU Course with an Online Test Receive your course materials by mail, and take your test online. Enjoy the convenience of testing online - our secure, easy-to-use website is available 24/7.
- Massage Therapy CEU Course Entirely Online Both your course materials AND test will be provided to you entirely online. Nothing will be mailed to you, everything you need will be available 24/7 at our secure, easy-to-use website.
If you have any questions about your programs, studying online, or any of the Institute's 35+ CEU programs, contact us toll-free at 1-800-364-5722 (or 845-361-3900), Monday through Friday, 9am to 6pm EST.
Learn at home and earn continuing education credits with these graduate and distance learning programs:
Advanced Anatomy & Pathology
E420
Explore the various systems of the body while examining common conditions and illnesses so you can then more effectively help your clients.
Materials
Mail (text & DVD)
Test
Online or Mail
18 CE Credits $215
Advanced Anatomy & Physiology
E430
This course offers a complete review of anatomy and physiology. Each chapter discusses one body system and contains information boxes with highlighted facts, precautions, and guidelines pertinent to bodyworkers.
Materials
Mail (text & CD)
Test
Online or Mail
17 CE Credits $205
Anatomy Review for Professionals
E410
Learn about the basic anatomy of the body or use this program as a review and refresher of some of the most common areas for massage and bodywork.
Materials
Mail (text)
Test
Online or Mail
18 CE Credits $215
Aromatherapy Essentials (NAHA approved)
E575
In this course, participants will learn basic aromatherapy skills, which will enable them to be educated consumers of aromatherapy products, create effective blends for specific purposes, and use essential oils and blends of essential oils safely.
Materials
Mail (text, sampler pack, DVD or VHS)
Test
Online or Mail
40 CE Credits $410
Cancer & Massage
E301
Earn credits through the Institute's Massage Professionals Update articles. Based on four original articles, gain an understanding of the massage therapist's role regarding breast cancer and skin cancer as well as protocols for massage therapy.
This is an entirely online CE program.
Materials & Test
Online
1 CE Credit $15
Chair Massage Fundamentals
E515
After completing this course, you will be able to complete a seated massage sequence in 15 minutes, and execute the transitions in the sequences smoothly and without hesitation.
Materials
Mail (text & DVD)
Test
Online or Mail
12 CE Credits $145
Clinical Massage Therapy
E546
Go beyond relaxation massage, expand your skills and integrate your knowledge of anatomy with therapeutic massage.
Materials
Mail (text & DVD)
Test
Online or Mail
17 CE Credits $205
Cranial-Sacral Fundamentals
E510
With Cranial-Sacral Therapy techniques, a trained practitioner can balance the rhythm of the cerebral-spinal pulse and treat numerous ailments.
Materials
Mail (text & DVD)
Test
Online or Mail
16 CE Credits $190
Deep Tissue Massage
E501
This rich, valuable educational program can enhance the work of even the most experienced massage therapists, physical therapists, chiropractors, acupuncturists and naturopathic doctors.
Materials
Mail (text & DVD or VHS)
Test
Online or Mail
12 CE Credits $145
Deep Vein Thrombosis
E412
Learn how to recognize the symptoms and risk factors associated with Deep Vein Thrombosis and to distinguish a muscular problem from a more dangerous scenario.
Materials & Test
OR
Materials & Test
Online
1 CE Credits $15
Developing a Wellness Center
E450
Launching and growing a successful solo or group practice can be a daunting task, unless you have a guide to help you actualize your vision.
Materials & Test
OR
Materials & Test
Online
3 CE Credits $35
Ethical Case Management
E402
Practical, simple, easy-to-use information to assist in all facets of communication, documentation, and insurance billing for prescribed therapy.
Materials
Mail (text)
Test
Online or Mail
6 CE Credits $75
Ethics: Practice Management
E406
This program provides an overview of professionalism and scope of practice for massage therapists from the legal, educational, competency and self-accountability standpoints.
Materials & Test
OR
Materials & Test
Online
3 CE Credits $35
Ethics: Therapeutic Relationships
E401
Provides a structure for ethical decision-making that will serve your clients, yourself, your profession and your community.
Materials & Test
OR
Materials & Test
Online
3 CE Credits $35
Fibromyalgia and Massage
E608
This program is designed to provide the massage therapist with a thorough understanding of this highly variable syndrome in order to provide the best care possible to his/her clients.
Materials
Mail (text & DVD)
Test
Online or Mail
30 CE Credits $360
Florida Mandatory Programs Set (#1)
ES403
For convenience and savings, you can enroll in our set of four courses required by the Florida Board of Massage for license renewal. Includes Ethics: Therapeutic Relationships, Law & Legal Issues (Florida), Medical Errors and Infectious Disease: HIV/AIDS.
Materials & Test
OR
Materials & Test
Online
8 CE Credits Reg $100 NOW $85
Florida Mandatory Programs Set (#2)
ES405
You have a choice with our second set of four courses required by the Florida Board of Massage for license renewal. Includes Ethics: Practice Management, Law & Legal Issues (Florida), Medical Errors and Infectious Disease: HIV/AIDS.
Materials & Test
OR
Materials & Test
Online
8 CE Credits Reg $100 NOW $85
Healing Energy & Touch
E520
Energy work can be a natural adjunct to massage. With massage, manual therapists can affect their client's energy field, and with training and experience they can also balance the energy field.
Materials
Mail (text & DVD)
Test
Online or Mail
22 CE Credits $260
Infectious Disease: Hepatitis
E404
With over 6 million Americans infected with one or more forms of viral hepatitis, practitioners must understand the impact this growing problem has on both their clients and their practice.
Materials & Test
OR
Materials & Test
Online
2 CE Credits $25
Infectious Disease: HIV/AIDS
E457
This course also covers information with regard to universal precautions for healthcare workers and implications for the massage therapist.
Materials & Test
OR
Materials & Test
Online
1 CE Credits $15
Integrative Massage: Earth
E512
Using the side posture primarily, the Earth Massage routine employs deep, compressive techniques that soften adhesions and muscle fibrosis, reducing the activity of myofascial trigger points, increasing the mobility of connective tissue and joints, and improving posture.
Materials
Mail (text & DVD)
Test
Online or Mail
13 CE Credits $160
Integrative Massage: Fire
E517
The Fire Massage routine presented in the video integrates massage techniques from Sports Massage, Active Resistance Stretching, Neurolymphatic Reflex Massage, Breath Work, Deep Tissue Therapy and Swedish Massage.
Materials
Mail (text & DVD)
Test
Online or Mail
15 CE Credits $180
Integrative Massage: Spirit
E522
The Spirit Massage is designed to quiet the mind and to get the receiver in touch with their own inner healing rhythms.
Materials
Mail (text & DVD)
Test
Online or Mail
14 CE Credits $170
Integrative Massage Collection
ES500
Learn all three Integrative Massage routines - Earth, Fire, Spirit - and begin creating your own Integrative approach to therapy.
Materials
Mail (text, audio, DVD)
Test
Online or Mail
42 CE Credits $495
Law & Legal Issues (Florida)
E444
In this course, you are presented with a detailed view of the laws and rules of the Florida Board of Massage Therapy and how they apply to the massage therapy business.
Materials & Test
OR
Materials & Test
Online
2 CE Credits $25
Lymphatic Drainage Massage
E620
Lymph drainage massage can be extremely beneficial to clients who suffer from allergies, have had recent surgery, or suffer from edema.
Materials
Mail (text & DVD)
Test
Online or Mail
17 CE Credits $205
Marketing Massage and the Economy
E302
Earn credits through the Institute's Massage Professionals Update articles. Based on four original articles, learn how to continue to thrive during tough economic times with suggestions for improving profits.
This is an entirely online CE program.
Materials & Test
Online
1 CE Credit $15
Medical Errors
E460
This course is designed to give a brief overview of medical errors and how they affect massage therapists.
Materials & Test
OR
Materials & Test
Online
2 CE Credits $25
Myofascial Release
E578
Learn how to eliminate pain and restore motion by applying sustained pressure into myofascial restrictions.
Materials
Mail (text & DVD)
Test
Online or Mail
20 CE Credits $240
Nerve Mobilization
E610
It is common for nerve problems to coexist with myofascial tension and pain. Learn the anatomy of the nerves and numerous tests and techniques designed to free restrictions along the nerve path and normalize tissue function.
Materials
Mail (text & DVD)
Test
Online or Mail
20 CE Credits $240
Neuromuscular Therapy
E525
Based on the work of Drs. Janet Travell and Raymond Nimmo, these techniques are appropriate for medical massage as well as sports massage applications.
Materials
Mail (text & DVD)
Test
Online or Mail
20 CE Credits $240
Pharmacology for Massage
E413
How does your client's medication affect your treatment plan? Learn the cautions, contraindications, effects of massage therapy and appropriate strokes to use based on the medications your client has been prescribed.
Materials
Mail (text & chart)
Test
Online or Mail
13 CE Credits $165
Polarity Therapy
E588
Add knowledge of the powerful energy healing modality, Polarity Therapy, to your practice. In this course, you will learn the three currents of energy, the three modes of touch and the techniques for balancing the flow of the body's energy currents in various areas of the body.
Materials
Mail (text & DVD)
Test
Online or Mail
18 CE Credits $215
Prenatal Massage Fundamentals
E500
This home study program covers fundamental Swedish massage, acupressure, and reflexology techniques; contraindications; proper body positioning; equipment and supplies; and recommendations for conducting expectant couple classes.
Materials
Mail (text, audio, DVD or VHS)
Test
Online or Mail
16 CE Credits $190
Reflexology
E563
Recently expanded, instructor Laura Norman teaches us that reflexology involves the gentle and skillful stimulation of the nervous, vascular and lymphatic systems, as well as the subtle energy currents within the body. These actions can reduce pain, improve circulation, bolster immunity and provide a sense of balance, relaxation, and well-being.
Materials
Mail (text, chart, DVD)
Test
Online or Mail
17 CE Credits $205
Shiatsu Anma Therapy
E536
Based on both the theory of acupuncture energetics originating from Chinese medicine and massage techniques of Japanese origin, Shiatsu Anma Therapy addresses illnesses and painful conditions in the body stemming from blockages in the flow of energy, or chi, within the acupressure meridian, or channel system.
Materials
Mail (text, chart, DVD)
Test
Online or Mail
22 CE Credits $260
Sports Massage
E595
The core study materials in this program are a thorough 125-minute video with a corresponding photographic manual, both presented by renowned instructor James Mally, ND.
Materials
Mail (text & DVD)
Test
Online or Mail
17 CE Credits $205
Stone Massage
E565
You will learn a complete, basic hot stone massage, a cool moonstone facial massage and six advanced restorative protocols covering a variety of dysfunctions.
Materials
Mail (text & DVD)
Test
Online or Mail
16 CE Credits $190
Swedish Massage for Professionals
E555
In this program, James Mally, ND, LMT explains and demonstrates over 90 different Swedish massage techniques to help you enhance your skills.
Materials
Mail (text & DVD or VHS)
Test
Online or Mail
12 CE Credits $145
Women & Massage
E300
Earn credits through the Institute's Massage Professionals Update articles. Based on four popular original articles, broaden your understanding how you can assist your female clients through the various stages in a woman's life.
This is an entirely online CE program.
Materials & Test
Online
1 CE Credit $15
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