Continuing Education for Spring & Summer 2009
Upcoming Classes
July 11 & 12, 2009
In-Depth Manual Lymphatic Drainage
for the Head, Neck, and Face - 16 CE Hours
August 8-10, 2009
Advanced Balance: Reflexology Certification Program - 18 or 30 CE Hours
October 18, 2009
Gender Issues in Massage Therapy - 3 CE Hours
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CEU
Workshop Registration Information
Registration:
To register or for updates on CEU workshops
call 540-552-2177 or send us an email
Registration deadlines are 14 days before the workshop date unless otherwise noted. Reservations will be held upon receipt of payment to BRSMY, 2001 S Main St, Suite 106, Blacksburg, VA 24060.
Course
prerequisites are listed with each program description. If no prerequisites
are listed, then none are required. All hours (the entire workshop)
listed must be attended for successful completion of each course.
To obtain a full refund, notification of cancellation must be received
72 hours in advance of the workshop by phone, email, or in writing.
Almost all programs advertised here are taught by an NCBTMB approved provider. CE classes taught by an NCBTMB approved provider should meet NCBTMB standards for CE classes and CE hours earned will be usable for NCBMTB renewals. If an NCBMTB approved provider number is not advertised under a class' title in its description, you may call 540-552-2177 for more information about its provider status.
Ashtanga Yoga Teacher Training This training is geared towards developing a personal practice inclusive of asana, meditation, and philosophy aimed at creating balance within the body, mind, and heart. From one’s personal practice Teaching evolves. The Teaching component includes alignment, safe assisting and adjustments, and teaching methodology. This course is for those who wish to learn or deepen their practice and for those who wish to learn the art of Teaching. Contact Jeff Tiebout, CMT, Ashtanga Yoga Instructor at (540) 552-2177. |
Southwest Virginia Massage Therapists Association The SWVMTA is devoted to networking and sharing between massage therapists in the area, public education about massage therapy, and monitoring of legislation likely to affect massage therapists. Upcoming Meetings July 19, 2009, Embers Day 1-5pm
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In-Depth Manual Lymphatic Drainage for the Head, Neck, and Face NCBTMB approved CE provider # 450101-06
Update: Accepting registrations, 9 spaces left In this course, students will learn the clinical applications of Manual Lymphatic Therapy for the head, neck and face. There will be an overview of lymphatic anatomy and physiology, as well as instruction on proper hand techniques and sequences for in-depth work. These applications are widely used as aesthetic therapies in Europe for wrinkles, acne, eczema, scars and are also especially helpful for clients suffering with chronic sinus and ear infections. Additionally, due to the heavy concentration of lymphnodes in the head and neck, the therapy is also beneficial in other conditions where the body is overwhelmed with toxins, i.e. chronic fatigues syndrome, lupus, etc. Carmen Thompson, BS, LPTA, CMT, CLT is a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant and Certified Massage Therapist with a specialty certification in Lymphatic Therapy. She also has a Bachelor's Degree in Health Care Management. She has worked in a variety of health care settings over the last 15 years both clinically and in rehabilitation administration. She works exclusively as a lymphatic therapist providing in and outpatient therapy to clients with large varieties of diagnoses. She has conducted local and state presentations on the necessity of education of breast cancer survivors and their health care workers in the prevention of lymphedema. |
Advanced Balance: Reflexology Certification Program NCBTMB approved CE provider # 450101-06
Cost: $300 with no certification, 18 CE Hours or $350 if becoming certified, 30 CE Hours Fri: 5:30pm-9:30pm, Sat & Sun: 9:30am-5:30pm Update: Accepting registrations, 10 spaces left This course will give you a thorough understanding and background of reflexology. It will cover hands, feet, and ears, with most of the focus on feet. We will go over why reflexology is effective, locating points, elements of meridian theory, common ailments and natural remedies, exercises, business practices, great techniques, and plenty more. Best of all, you’ll learn how to confidently practice reflexology and get to feel the results of this relaxing and therapeutic modality first hand, foot, and ear! The course grants 18 CE Hours if you do not choose to become certified. Upon completion of the course you may send in twelve documented sessions and the completed written exam along with an additional $50 certification fee to become certified. If you do, you will receive an additional 12 CE Hours (for a total of 30 CE Hours). The workshop includes a 1 hour lunch break on Saturday and Sunday. Elisha Sigle, NCMT has been practicing reflexology for over ten years and has been teaching reflexology for the past 5 years at the Blue Ridge School of Massage and Yoga. She brings experience doing reflexology on infants, children, grown ups, elderly and the dying. She brings a sense of enjoyment and playfulness, and keeps the class on track learning an incredible amount of information in an interactive and memorable way. |
Gender Issues in Massage Therapy NCBTMB approved CE provider # 450101-06
Update: Accepting registrations, 15+ spaces left The root cause for many ethical dilemmas is based upon gender. We will explore the dynamics between men & women in a therapeutic bodywork setting. The differing needs, expectations, dilemmas and boundaries will be examined. We will examine the NCBTMB Code of Ethics to see which relate to Gender issues. Learn how our fears, anxieties and past experiences help shape our professional boundaries and cultural expectations. Tod Whitehurst, NCMT is a nationally certified massage therapist. He is President of the Southwest Virginia Massage Therapist Association and a faculty member of the Blue Ridge School of Massage and Yoga where he teaches classes in hydrotherapy, workplace massage, sports massage, ethics, tandem massage and stone therapy. |