Continuing Education Seminars for Wellness Therapists Presents: |
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LEVEL 1 – Geriatric Massage Workshop
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This 17 CEU class A contact hours, 2 1/2 day weekend workshop offers the basis for the training program in Geriatric Massage. This Level 1 Certificate in Geriatric Massage is designed to help participants gain insight into meaningful work with the elderly while introducing therapists to an addition to their career that is emotionally satisfying and financially promising without being physically draining. |
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| 1. Physiological, psychological & sociological aspects of aging. A brief introduction into the riddle of ‘aging’. 2. Client assessment, cautions & sociological aspects of contact with the elderly, attention to detail in the assessment of the older client. 3. Modification of standard massage techniques and development of special methods to suit each client’s special needs. Participants are encouraged to think independently in their first hands-on phase of the presentation. 4. Practical hands-on work with older people. It is impossible to understand the need for different approaches when working with the elderly unless it has been practiced on the real thing. Therefore, the last day of the workshop is spent working hands-on with elderly volunteers. 5. How to establish a Geriatric Massage practice – Assists in starting your geriatric massage practice. |
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For more information call 970-270-5069 or
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