Continuing Education Online
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COURSE AND ASSESSMENT DETAILS
Each course includes a comprehensive Course Notebook, Power Point Presentation, and high-definition Instructional Video.
Each course comes with assessment, with a passing rate of 75% needed. The course must be 100% completed, and a downloadable PDF will be issued to each student.
The Assessments are not timed and can be completed at your leisure.
The Ariana Institute strives to create a simple and user-friendly process for students.
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Friendly and personable staff members are available for assistance with any questions or concerns you may have during the duration of your course.
6 Hour Online Continuing Education Classes
Enhance your skills, empower your practice, and uplift your professional life with the Ariana Institute! Massage therapists have access to 32 continuing education courses that are nationally approved by the NCBTMB.
Topics available for 6 hours of CE credit include:
Advanced Techniques
The Sports Massage NCBTMB approved online CE course includes:
- a high definition instructional video
- a history of sports massage
- descriptions of therapeutic sports massage techniques
- information related to the benefits of sports massage
- contraindications for sports massage
- practice building and marketing tips
- resources for advanced study
Resource for Further Study: Advanced Massage Therapy Techniques Manual
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The CranioSacral Therapy NCBTMB approved online CE course includes:
- a high definition instructional video
- a history of CranioSacral therapy
- descriptions of CranioSacral techniques
- information related to the benefits of CranioSacral therapy
- the anatomy of the CranioSacral system
- illustrations of the CranioSacral system
- practice building and marketing tips
- resources for advanced study
Resource for Further Study: Advanced Massage Therapy Techniques Manual
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Deep Tissue Therapy – Upper Body
The Deep Tissue – Upper Body NCBTMB approved online CE courses includes:
- a high definition instructional video
- a history of deep tissue therapy
- descriptions of deep tissue massage principles and techniques
- information related to the benefits of deep tissue therapy
- contraindications for deep tissue therapy
- list of supplies for deep tissue therapy
- practice building and marketing tips
- resources for advanced study
Resource for Further Study: Deep Tissue Massage Therapy Manual
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Deep Tissue Therapy – Lower Body
The Deep Tissue – Lower Body NCBTMB approved online CE courses includes:
- a high definition instructional video
- a history of deep tissue therapy
- descriptions of deep tissue massage principles and techniques
- information related to the benefits of deep tissue therapy
- contraindications for deep tissue therapy
- list of supplies for deep tissue therapy
- practice building and marketing tips
- resources for advanced study
Resource for Further Study: Deep Tissue Massage Therapy Manual
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The Chair Massage NCBTMB approved online CE course includes:
- a high definition instructional video
- descriptions of chair massage protocol and techniques
- chair massage checklist and guides
- information related to the benefits of chair massage therapy
- practice building and marketing tips
- resources for advanced study
Resource for Further Study: Advanced Massage Therapy Techniques Manual
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Addiction Recovery and Therapeutic Massage
The Addiction Recovery and Therapeutic Massage NCBTMB approved online CE course includes:
- a high definition instructional video
- a background of addiction and therapeutic massage
- descriptions of therapeutic modalities for various types addiction recovery
- information related to the benefits of therapeutic massage for addiction recovery
- practice building and marketing tips
- resources for advanced study
Resource for Further Study: Advanced Massage Therapy Techniques Manual
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Medical Massage
The Geriatric Massage NCBTMB approved online CE course includes:
- a high definition instructional video
- an introduction to geriatric massage and the aging process
- descriptions of geriatric massage techniques and approaches
- information related to the benefits of geriatric massage
- practice building and marketing tips
- resources for advanced study
Resource for Further Study: Medical Massage Therapy Manual
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Headache and Allergy Relief Techniques
The Headache and Allergy Relief NCBTMB approved online CE course includes:
- a high definition instructional video
- headache and allergen information and protocols
- descriptions of therapeutic techniques for headache and allergy relief, including:
- CranioSacral Therapy
- Lymphatic Massage
- Aromatherapy
- Acupressure and Reflexology
- information related to the benefits of therapeutic techniques
- practice building and marketing tips
- resources for advanced study
Resource for Further Study: Medical Massage Therapy Manual
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HIV/AIDS Information for Massage Therapists
The HIV/AIDS Information for Massage Therapists NCBTMB approved online CE course includes:
- a high definition instructional video
- an introduction to HIV
- guidelines for massaging clients with HIV/AIDS
- information related to the benefits of massage for clients with HIV/AIDS
- practice building and marketing tips
- resources for advanced study
Resource for Further Study: Medical Massage Therapy Manual
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Lymphatic Massage for the Face and Neck
The Lymphatic Massage for the Face and Neck NCBTMB approved online CE course includes:
- a high definition instructional video
- an introduction to the lymphatic system and a history of facial massage
- descriptions of lymphatic drainage and facial massage techniques
- information related to the benefits of lymphatic massage
- contraindications for lymphatic massage
- practice building and marketing tips
- resources for advanced study
Resource for Further Study: Medical Massage Therapy Manual
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Pain Management For Massage Clients
The Pain Management NCBTMB approved online CE course includes:
- types of pain
- the cycle of chronic pain
- natural pain relievers
- massage modalities for pain management
- the clinical importance of touch
- 26 marketing tips to build your practice
- resources for advanced study
Resource for Further Study: Medical Massage Therapy Manual
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Prenatal Massage and Postnatal Massage
The Prenatal and Postnatal Massage NCBTMB approved online CE course includes:
- a high definition instructional video
- an introduction to prenatal massage
- descriptions of prenatal and postnatal massage techniques
- information related to the benefits of prenatal and postnatal massage
- contraindications and precautions for prenatal massage
- practice building and marketing tips
- resources for advanced study
Resource for Further Study: Medical Massage Therapy Manual
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Mind-Body
The Soothing PTSD and Trauma NCBTMB approved online CE course includes:
- a high definition instructional video
- an introduction and background to PTSD and trauma
- descriptions of massage therapy techniques beneficial to PTSD and trauma relief
- Self care techniques for massage therapists with PTSD and trauma relief clients
- information related to symptoms of trauma and benefits of massage therapy for clients with PTSD and trauma
- practice building and marketing tips
- resources for advanced study
Resource for Further Study: Mind-Body Therapy Manual
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Each of these 6 hr. online CE Reiki courses includes:
- a high definition instructional video
- a history of Reiki
- descriptions of Reiki hand positions and symbols
- information related to the benefits of Reiki
- contraindications for Reiki therapy
- practice building and marketing tips for Reiki practitioners
- Levels 2 and 3 not NCMTMB approved
Resource for Further Study: Mind-Body Therapy Manual
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Register for this course (level two)
Register for this course (level three)
Self Care
The Stretching and Breathing NCBTMB approved online CE course includes:
- a high definition instructional video
- an introduction to the types of stretching and breathing
- descriptions of breathing exercises and stretching techniques for clients and massage therapists
- information related to the benefits of stretching and breathing in a therapeutic setting
- practice building and marketing tips
- resources for advanced study
Resource for Further Study: Self Care for the Massage Therapist Manual
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The Self Care and Body Mechanics NCBTMB approved online CE course includes:
- a high definition instructional video
- an introduction to self care
- descriptions of self care techniques, including:
- Body Mechanics and Movement Skills
- Injury Prevention
- Healthy Lifestyles
- Communication and Boundaries
- Ethics
- resources for advanced study
Resource for Further Study: Self Care for the Massage Therapist Manual
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Meditation As a Therapeutic Tool
The Meditation as a Therapeutic Tool NCBTMB approved online CE course includes:
- a high definition instructional video
- an introduction to the power of meditation
- guides and descriptions of meditation techniques
- information related to the benefits of meditation as a therapeutic tool
- resources for advanced study
Resource for Further Study: Self Care for the Massage Therapist Manual
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Mindfulness in a Therapeutic Setting
The Mindfulness in a Therapeutic Setting NCBTMB approved online CE course includes:
- a high definition instructional video
- an introduction to mindfulness
- descriptions of techniques to cultivate mindfulness
- information related to the benefits of mindfulness in a therapeutic setting
- resources for advanced study
Resource for Further Study: Self Care for the Massage Therapist Manual
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Head, Hand and Foot Massage
The Facial and Scalp Massage NCBTMB approved online CE course includes:
- a high definition instructional video
- a history of facial and scalp massage
- descriptions of facial and scalp massage techniques
- information related to the benefits of facial and scalp massage
- list of supplies for facial and scalp massage
- practice building and marketing tips
- resources for advanced study
Resource for Further Study: Head, Hand & Foot Massage Therapy Manual
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Reflexology for the Hands, Feet and Ears
The Reflexology for the Hands, Feet, and Ears NCBTMB approved online CE course includes:
- a high definition instructional video
- a history of reflexology
- descriptions of reflexology protocols and techniques
- information related to the benefits of reflexology for hands, feet, and ears
- contraindications for reflexology
- practice building and marketing tips
- resources for advanced study
Resource for Further Study: Head, Hand & Foot Massage Therapy Manual
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The Neck, Hand, and Foot Massage NCBTMB approved online CE course includes:
- a high definition instructional video
- a history of hand and foot massage
- descriptions of neck, hand, and foot massage techniques
- information related to the benefits of hand and foot massage
- contraindications for hand and foot massage
- practice building and marketing tips
- resources for advanced study
Resource for Further Study: Head, Hand & Foot Massage Therapy Manual
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Back, Neck and Shoulder Massage
The Back, Neck, and Shoulder Massage NCBTMB approved online CE course includes:
- a high definition instructional video
- an introduction to back, neck, and shoulder massage
- descriptions of back, neck, and shoulder massage techniques
- information related to the benefits of therapeutic massage
- contraindications for back, neck, and shoulder massage
- practice building and marketing tips
- resources for advanced study
Resource for Further Study: Head, Hand & Foot Massage Therapy Manual
Register for this course
Spa Techniques
Aromatherapy for Massage and Bodywork
The Aromatherapy for Massage and Bodywork NCBTMB approved online CE course includes:
- a high definition instructional video
- a history and background of aromatherapy
- descriptions of essential oil properties and their application in aromatherapy
- information related to the benefits of aromatherapy
- list of supplies for aromatherapy
- contraindications for aromatherapy
- practice building and marketing tips
- resources for advanced study
Resource for Further Study: Techniques in the Spa World Manual
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The Ayurvedic Massage NCBTMB approved online CE course includes:
- a high definition instructional video
- a history of ayurveda
- descriptions of ayurvedic massage techniques
- information related to the benefits of ayurvedic massage
- practice building and marketing tips
- resources for advanced study
Resource for Further Study: Techniques in the Spa World Manual
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The Couples Massage NCBTMB approved online CE course includes:
- a high definition instructional video
- an introduction to couples massage
- descriptions of couples massage modalities and techniques, including:
- The Healing Power of Breath
- The Healing Power of Music
- The Healing Power of Touch
- information related to the benefits of couples massage
- list of supplies for couples massage
- practice building and marketing tips
- resources for advanced study
Resource for Further Study: Techniques in the Spa World Manual
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The Hot and Cold Stone Massage NCBTMB approved online CE course includes:
- a high definition instructional video
- a history of stone massage
- descriptions of therapeutic hot and cold stone massage techniques
- information related to the benefits of stone massage
- contraindications for stone massage
- practice building tips
Resource for Further Study: Techniques in the Spa World Manual
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Spa Techniques, Exfoliations and Body Wraps
The Spa Techniques, Exfoliations, and Body Wraps NCBTMB approved online CE course includes:
- a high definition instructional video
- an introduction to the spa world
- descriptions of spa modalities and techniques, including:
- Massage Modalities
- Swedish
- Deep Tissue
- Ayurvedic
- Hot and Cold Stone
- Couples
- Facial
- Lymphatic
- Sports
- Energy work, Reiki, and Chakra Balancing
- Reflexology
- Body Wraps and Exfoliations
- information related to the benefits of spa treatments
- practice building and marketing tips
- resources for advanced study
Resource for Further Study: Techniques in the Spa World Manual
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Professional Skills
Practice Building and Marketing
The Practice Building and Marketing NCBTMB approved online CE course includes:
- a high definition instructional video
- an introduction to practice management and building
- strategies for organizing, marketing, and growing your practice
- information regarding resources and tools beneficial to practice building
- resources for advanced study
Resource for Further Study: Marketing and Practice Building for Massage Therapists Manual
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The Ethics NCBTMB approved online CE course includes:
- a high definition instructional video
- an introduction to ethics
- descriptions of ethical perspectives and how they apply to massage therapy
- information related to code of ethics and standards of practice for massage therapists and organizations
- discussion about the various forms of exploitation
- practice building and marketing tips
- resources for advanced study
Resource for Further Study: Marketing and Practice Building for Massage Therapists Manual
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REFUND POLICY
Payments are refundable if the student cancels an online class within 10 days of registering for the course. A 10% processing fee is applicable for all refunds and will be deducted from the total amount refunded. If the student cancels with less than 10 days’ notice, the tuition payment becomes nonrefundable. If the instructor cancels a class due to unforeseen circumstances, all tuition paid will be refunded in full.
CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS
NATIONWIDE CE CREDITS: Ariana Institute offers CE courses that satisfy CE requirements for massage therapists throughout the United States. While the majority of the states do accept online CE course credits, it is to your benefit to verify prior to taking continuing education courses whether or not your licensing state accepts a specific online CE course for credit.
NCBTMB: Ariana Vincent is nationally approved as a provider for The National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB). Board Certified NCBTMB members are required to fulfill 24 hours of NCBTMB approved continuing education every 2 years.
TDLR: Ariana Vincent is approved as a provider for Texas Department of Licensing and Registration (TDLR), Massage Therapy Division which requires 12 CE hours every 2 year
Florida Board of Massage: Ariana Vincent is approved as a provider for the Florida Board of Massage.
AMTA: Ariana Institute’s courses fulfill a portion of the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA) Board Recertification Requirements (48 CE hours every 4 years.)
ABMP: Ariana Institute’s courses fulfill a portion of the Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals Recertification Requirements (16 CE hours every two years or every other annual renewal.)
CE ACCEPTANCE: If the course you would like to attend is not currently approved by your professional board, please feel free to contact the director of your board requesting approval and/or contact the Ariana Institute.
VERIFYING ACCEPTANCE: Each individual student is responsible for contacting the applicable massage therapy state licensing agency and NCBTMB to confirm that these online CE credits are acceptable.
Do Ariana Institute CE classes count for renewal requirements in your state? Find out below:
NCBTMB, AMTA, and ABMP – All of the Ariana Institute’s CE courses are accepted by: NCBTMB, AMTA, and ABMP.
- Alabama – 16 CE hours every 2 years
- Alaska – 16 CE hours every 2 years
- Arizona – 24 CE hours every 2 years
- Arkansas – 18 CE hours every 2 years
- California – There are no state requirements
- Colorado – There are no state requirements
- Connecticut – 24 CE hours every 4 years
- Delaware – 24 CE hours every 2 years
- District of Columbia – 12 CE hours every 2 years
- Florida – 24 CE hours every 2 years
- Georgia – 24 CE hours every 2 years
- Hawaii – There are no state requirements
- Idaho – 6 CE hours per year
- Illinois – 24 CE hours every 2 years
- Indiana – There are no state requirements
- Iowa – 16 CE hours every 2 years
- Kansas – There are no state requirements
- Kentucky – 24 CE hours every 2 years
- Louisiana – 12 CE hours every year
- Maine – There are no state requirements
- Maryland – 24 CE hours every 2 years
- Massachusetts – There are no state requirements
- Michigan – 18 hours every 3 years
- Minnesota – There are no state requirements
- Mississippi – 24 CE Hours every 2 years
- Missouri – 12 CE hours every 2 years
- Montana – 12 CE hours every 2 years
- Nebraska – 24 CE hours every 2 years
- Nevada – 24 CE hours every 2 years
- New Hampshire – 12 CE hours every 2 years
- New Jersey – 20 CE hours every 2 years
- New Mexico – 16 CE hours every 2 years
- New York – 36 CE hours every 3 years
- North Carolina – 24 CE hours every 2 years
- North Dakota – 24 CE hours every 2 years
- Ohio – There are no state requirements
- Oklahoma – 5 CE hours per year
- Oregon – 25 CE hours every 2 years
- Pennsylvania – 24 CE hours every 2 years
- Rhode Island – 6 CE hours every year
- South Carolina – 12 CE hours every 2 years
- South Dakota – 8 CE hours every 2 years
- Tennessee – 25 CE hours every 2 years
- Texas – 12 CE hours every 2 years
- Utah – There are no state requirements
- Vermont – There are no state requirements
- Virginia – 24 CE hours every 2 years
- Washington – 24 CE hours every 2 years
- West Virginia – 24 CE hours every 2 years
- Wisconsin – 24 CE hours every 2 years
- Wyoming – There are no state requirements
