Your Future's in Your Hands

We are happy to inform you of ASHA's Continuing Education Program. Whether you consider yourself a life-long learner, always interested in expanding your knowledge, or simply want to meet your yearly requirements, our program is very flexible and offers you many options. Seasoned therapists with years of experience and recent graduates of a massage program will find that this program takes you to a deeper level into the field of bodywork and massage.

Interested students may choose from Continuing Education courses, like Deep Structural Release or Muscle Testing for Body Therapists, which will earn CE Contact Hours or courses like Advanced NMT which may also be applied to our innovative Certified Somatic Therapy Program*. We also offer a variety of course seminars which may be taken by people who have little or no experience in massage or bodywork, like Reflexology.

We look forward to providing what you need to enhance your career and personal fulfillment.

*Prerequisite: Completion of 500 hours or more of a certified massage therapy program.

Registration is Easy

To register, simply return the completed form with your payment. Continuing Education Registration


DEEP STRUCTURAL RELEASE OF THE LOW LEG, FEET, & SHOULDERS

DEEP TISSUE RELEASE will teach the theory and techniques for structural realignment of the body. This can enable you to integrate and combine the conscious awareness of body, mind and spirit to facilitate advanced states of healing. The intent of the treatments is to balance the body into alignment with its environment, freeing the energy flow that will enhance the body’s physiological and psychological function.

During this 2-day workshop: We will review the anatomical structure of the Lower Leg, Foot & Shoulders, learn structural assessment for each area, learn the hands-on techniques and give and receive a two hour session for each area. For the structural assessment and hands on work you should bring sheets and shorts.


**Completion of this course, along with future courses leads to Certification in Structural Integration. Future courses will teach: Abdominals, Psoas,& Hamstrings, Chest & Hips, Low Back, Quads, & Adductors, Quadriceps & Adductors and Buttocks, Spine, & Arms .



VISCERAL TECHNIQUE

Visceral Technique is a system of procedures designed to invigorate the internal organs. These procedures have been used to help individuals with such conditions as:
• Angina
• Menstrual cramps
• PMS
• Asthma,
• Sinus congestion
• Hemorrhoids
• Indigestion
• Constipation
• Chronic fatigue
• Urinary incontinence
• Kidney stones, and more...
Each organ is addressed with a review of:
• Structure and function
• The signs, symptoms, and causes of
dysfunction
• Hands-on techniques
• Home care
• Nutritional support
Plus you will receive an introduction to Traditional Chinese Medicine.


Participants will receive prepared notes to serve as an easy-to-use reference for clinical practice.



Assisted Yoga Postures from Thai Massage - Part 2

Attend parts 1 - 4 in any order.
You will learn more than 20 carefully chosen assisted yoga postures from Thai Massage and how to integrate them into a massage therapy routine on the massage table and massage chair when applicable.
Traditionally, Thai Massage is performed with the client fully clothed on a floor mat. These postures are assisted stretching of muscle fascia, tendons, and ligaments at its best!
Assisted yoga is within the soft tissue scope of Massage Therapy; focusing on connective tissue stretching, which is very different from muscle massage.
Come and expand your Horizons!



Additional information on the course can be found at www.camdenclay.com


Assisted Yoga Postures from Thai Massage - Part 3

Attend parts 1 - 4 in any order.
You will learn more than 20 carefully chosen assisted yoga postures from Thai Massage and how to integrate them into a massage therapy routine on the massage table and massage chair when applicable.
Traditionally, Thai Massage is performed with the client fully clothed on a floor mat. These postures are assisted stretching of muscle fascia, tendons, and ligaments at its best!
Assisted yoga is within the soft tissue scope of Massage Therapy; focusing on connective tissue stretching, which is very different from muscle massage.
Come and expand your Horizons!


Additional information on the course can be found at www.camdenclay.com


SUBTLE MUSCLE TESTING

Subtle Muscle Testing or SMT is a muscle palpation technique, which quickly discovers subtle variations in muscle tone, distinguishing between strong and weak parts of muscles. This skill allows the practitioner to focus his or her body work techniques where clients need them the most, on weak parts of muscles!!!


Additional information on the course can be found at www.camdenclay.com


REFLEXOLOGY: A HEALING ART

In this 2-day introduction to the highly popular and fast growing field of reflexology you will learn the fundamentals of reflexology, some basic history, and hands-on application and theory. Roz teaches a very systematic approach to working the feet following the body systems and places a strong emphasis on the mind-body connection. At the end of the class, you will have learned how to work the nervous system, endocrine system, respiratory system, as well as the joints and muscles.


Students who attend this course and are interested in doing more in-depth training may continue their studies through the Heal Center, (50+ hours) at a 25% discount being applied to the full course fee. Please visit the heal center website for more information: www.healcenteratlanta.com


MUSCLE TESTING (for Body Therapists)

In this workshop, you will:
• Deepen your knowledge of the muscular system
• Learn how to test the major muscles of the body
• Learn how to use muscle testing to locate hidden musculoskeletal and visceral problems
• Learn reflex points for rapid pain relief, muscle balancing, and strengthening of internal organs.


*Each participant will receive prepared notes that serve as an easy-to-use reference for clinical practice.


Assisted Yoga Postures from Thai Massage - Part 4

Attend parts 1 - 4 in any order.
You will learn more than 20 carefully chosen assisted yoga postures from Thai Massage and how to integrate them into a massage therapy routine on the massage table and massage chair when applicable.
Traditionally, Thai Massage is performed with the client fully clothed on a floor mat. These postures are assisted stretching of muscle fascia, tendons, and ligaments at its best!
Assisted yoga is within the soft tissue scope of Massage Therapy; focusing on connective tissue stretching, which is very different from muscle massage.
Come and expand your Horizons!


Additional information on the course can be found at www.camdenclay.com


SELF-DEFENSE FOR EVERYDAY LIVING

In these trying times the need for self-defense training is becoming a necessity. This course will teach several basic techniques that can be utilized in a massage session and in every day life should the need arise. The topics of discussion will include house call safety procedures, parking lot safety, and walking trail safety, as well as general safety practices.
At the end of this course you will be able to:
Demonstrate proficiency on specific self-defense techniques
Administer general manipulation techniques for pain compliance control and restraint
Identify clues that will alert you to possible issues with a client.
Notice signs of a predator.
Use preventive techniques to keep yourself out of harms way.


Participants should wear comfortable clothing such as sweat pants and tee-shirts during class.


CHAIR MASSAGE

In this course you will learn how to give a quick and effective chair massage.
You will learn techniques for use on clothed clients as well as how to apply those techniques with good body mechanics. Proper technique protects your body, increases your force, and makes the work nearly effortless!
You will learn how to give a massage that is not only relaxing but also therapeutic.
Anatomy Review will include how to recognize what muscles cause common pain complaints. Techniques will cover how to treat muscles specifically for pain relief and relaxation.


A supplemental book written by the instructor will be available for purchase for $20.


ANTERIOR AND CERVICAL TMJ WORK

This course will go over the anatomy, physiology, assessment and protocols for treating many common neck and jaw problems.


A supplemental book written by the instructor will be available for purchase for $20.


CLINICAL SPORTS THERAPY**

This course is for every massage therapist not just those planning to specialize in Sports Massage. Designed by Alannah Levian, LMW, CMT, RN, ND, DC, DCCHom and ASHA’s Clinical Sports Department, this course is based on the latest scientific research on Sports Medicine and Exercise Physiology. Dr. Levian has 35 years experience as a competitive triathlete and Sports Medicine specialist who helped introduce Sports Massage and Chiropractic to the Olympic movement. This program will equip you with the knowledge and skills to practice Sports Massage on athletes of all ages, abilities, and sports interests. This program regards everyone as an athlete. You will learn to aid athletes in warm-ups, preparing for and recovering from competition, avoiding injuries, and rehabilitating from injuries. You will learn how to become an invaluable member of an athlete’s performance team or a weekend warrior’s health care team. 150 Contact hours.


**This course may be used as an elective in the Graduate Program.


DEEP STRUCTURAL RELEASE OF THE ABS, PSOAS, AND HAMSTRINGS

DEEP TISSUE RELEASE will teach the theory and techniques for structural realignment of the body. This can enable you to integrate and combine the conscious awareness of body, mind and spirit to facilitate advanced states of healing. The intent of the treatments is to balance the body into alignment with its environment, freeing the energy flow that will enhance the body’s physiological and psychological function.

During this 2-day workshop: We will review the anatomical structure of the Abdominals, Psoas & Hamstrings, learn structural assessment for each area, learn the hands-on techniques and give and receive a two hour session for each area. For the structural assessment and hands on work you should bring sheets and shorts.



**Completion of this course, along with future courses leads to Certification in Structural Integration. Future courses will teach: Chest & Hips, Lower Legs, Feet & Shoulders, Low Back, Quads, & Adductors, Quadriceps & Adductors and Buttocks, Spine, & Arms .



NEUROMUSCULAR THERAPY**

This comprehensive, advanced clinical course focuses on myofascial pain and dysfunction. NMT uses scientifically-applied pressure to relieve myofascial pain, balance structure, restore movement, and promote integration of mind and body. All aspects of NMT are taught including postural assessment and trigger-point referral patterns. This course is for graduates of massage programs who have had 100 hours of NMT. It is ASHA’s basic NMT course and is a prerequisite for Advanced Neuromuscular Therapy. 230 Contact hours.


**This course may be used as an elective in the Graduate Program.