Certified Pediatric Massage Therapist (CPMT™) | Frequently Asked Questions and Answers

• Who can attend the Certified Pediatric Massage Therapist Training?
• How long is the CPMT™ Training?
• What is a CPMT™ able to do?
• I am enrolled in an upcoming CPMT™ course, what should I plan to bring to class?
• What does the Certified Pediatric Massage Therapist Training Consist of?
• I attended the CPMT™ course and loved it. How can I let others know how wonderful your course is?

Who can attend the Certified Pediatric Massage Therapist Training?

Health care professionals, professional massage therapists and body workers, parents and caregivers of children with specific medical conditions which may benefit from the use of massage therapy.

This course as a stand alone course does not provide certification to provide hands-on therapy for pediatric clients. This is a continuing education course designed to expand your practice.

In order to provide hands-on therapy for pediatric clients you must possess a hands-on certification or license prior to providing touch therapy for pediatric clients. For example certification/license in massage therapy, physical therapy, nursing or as a physician.
 

How long is the CPMT™ Training?

The training course is provided over two comprehensive in class training days. The training includes hands-on practice and an end of course exam.

What is a CPMT™ able to do?

• Provide hands-on massage therapy for pediatric clients with appropriate consent (medical, parental and child’s)

The certification does not allow you to:

• Train or certify others to provide pediatric massage
   
• Offer any type of continuing education units and/or continuation hours

I am enrolled in an upcoming CPMT™ course, what should I plan to bring to class?

Please bring at least two sets of massage linens to class as you will participate in hands-on practical demonstrations. In many cases massage tables will be provided, if they are required you will be notified prior to the course.

You may wish to bring notepaper, pen and/or pencil to class to take notes. You will be provided educational materials in class, but it is highly likely you will wish to take notes.

We sit on the floor for many portions of the course, so you may wish to bring a pillow or something else to sit on.

Please feel free to dress comfortably and in layers. The temperature of the training space may fluctuate.
We do take frequent breaks, but also encourage the student to remember their needs. So, please feel free to bring water and snacks as needed to keep you energized throughout the day. We will offer a lunch break for at least one hour each day, and you are welcome to bring your own lunch, or find a local place in the area.

 

What does the Certified Pediatric Massage Therapist Training Consist of?

During the 2-day comprehensive course, various learning methodologies are utilized to provide the participants with the most effective learning experience possible. To enhance your learning experience we provide training via lecture, demonstration, hands-on practice, in class exercise/activities, supervised practical experience, audio and visual presentations.

Our CPMT™ Training Course includes:

• Pediatric massage techniques and methodology
   
• Massage Stroke Adaptations for children with special healthcare needs
   
• Age appropriate approach and communication
   
• Overview of growth and development
   
• Current relevant massage research and how best to stay in touch with current research developments
   
• Benefits of pediatric massage
   
• Considerations for providing massage therapy for children of all backgrounds, including cultural considerations
   
• Medical, healthcare and parental consent considerations

Our Certification Course also includes:

• CPMT™ Guide (provided in class)
   
• Supervised Practical Experience: In-class hands on practice
   
• Exam – the exam is administered and graded in class to ensure full understanding of the material presented, and to give participants any additional guidance prior to completing the CPMT™ course
   
• After course mentoring from our Master Teacher
   
• Processing of CEH/CEU paperwork and certifications as applicable

I attended the CPMT™ course and loved it. How can I let others know how wonderful your course is?

Thank you! Please let us know what you think, so we can add your testimonial to our website. We appreciate having you in class and are delighted that you enjoyed it.

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