8 CE Course     $220    9am - 6pm  Greensboro - expands student therapist’s knowledge and skills in the application of hot and cold stones to the body & face.  Course instructs on advanced application, implementation and execution of integrating cold stone facials into their current massage practice.  Students practice with other options for providing heat & cold to support cold stone facial session.  Introduction to Chakras, instruction in Chakra layout and Spinal layout sequence. 

4 CE Course    $110     4pm - 8pm Greensboro - covers the main keys in growing a successful business. Identify, dissect and analyze the status of present business and create an action plan to impact leads and conversion rate.  Create and practice with sales scripts for use at marketing and networking events. Applicable for sole proprietors, for those seeking employment and/or currently working with a group practice/franchise. 

3 CE   $ 99   12:30-3:30  Mooresville

Lydia C Ritenour

Course explores Carl Jung's concept of the Shadow, and how it relates to the therapeutic relationship we maintain with our clients.  As we explore our own "shadow", our shadow has less control over our actions and reactions.  When growing in understanding and practicing the tools of this course, therapists will be able to expand the client-focued aspect of their service.

4 CE Course    $110     9am - 1pm Greensboro - introduces and expands therapist’s knowledge of essential oils and aromatherapy.  Overview of the history of essential oil use & aromatherapy. Focusing on lavender, peppermint & lemon, the most commonly used oils in massage & spa treatment protocols. Practice an essential oil massage protocol for overall wellness & relaxation.  

4 CE Course    $110     2pm-6pm  Greensboro - expands student therapist's knowledge and skills in the practice of self-care, and how it can benefit the delivery and longevity of their career.  Class discussions on: stress management, goal setting and boundaries.  Instruction on: basics of essential oils, meditation, breathing techniques, stretches, exercises and Qigong.  Self-application, implementation and execution of self-care practices into their current schedule. 

8 CE   $220   9-6  Charlotte

Rachel Hamdan

This course introduces simple and inexpensive ways to use water to address chronic and acute health issues, from upper respiratory concerns, muscle aches or just overall immune support. Hydro is great for the therapist’s self care or as an addition to any client’s massage session.

Please bring bathing suit or shorts/sports top to participate in steam tent exercise.

4 CE Course    $110   9am - 1pm Greensboro - Prerequisite: TT1 & TT2

Expand on learnings from Modules 1 & 2, as well as refine and continue to develop course content of course/workshop created. Deliver opening segments or lead one exercise from their course.  Gather and share feedback following presentations. 

4 CE Course    $110     2pm - 6pm Greensboro - Open to Non-Teachers

Course clarifies the ethical standards AP's must adhere to, and the Code of Ethics of the North Carolina Board. Participants will discuss and identify current NCBTMB standards and agreements for educators and approved providers. Participants will discuss the pricing, structure, facility, policies, practices, cancellations, registrations, and referrals offered by other continuing education providers. Participants will discuss the good & bad courses they have attended in the past. Participants will demonstrate proficiency in communicating and maintaining policies, achieving course objectives, and maintaining board ethical standards. Participants will practice boundary conversations for communicating and adhering to the policies they set. Participants will begin to create policies and practices manuals for the continuing education courses they wish to offer. Participants will apply the board standards toward designing a lesson plan timeline and the material of the course.