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Holistic Pathology: Part 2

E1025 - Massage CE Program - 10 CE Hour(s)

Holistic Pathology: Part 2 Enroll Now

A continuation of Holistic Pathology: Part 1, learn about the musculoskeletal, integumentary, digestive and endocrine systems in the second part of this two part continuing education course.

In Part 2 of this two part course, you will learn about:

  • the musculoskeletal system - disorders, assessment, therapeutic action, research findings, case presentations
  • the integumentary system - disorders, assessment, therapeutic action, research findings, case presentations
  • the ABCDs of malignant melamoma
  • digestive and endocrine systems - disorders, assessment, therapeutic action, research findings, case presentations
  • differences between hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia
  • diabetic crisis
  • genitourinary and genetic conditions - disorders, assessment, therapeutic actions relating to pregnancy including contraindications, research findings, case presentations
  • supine hypotensive syndrome identification and prevention
  • signs and symptoms of the different systems of the body that require referring the client out
  • philosophical and practical aspects of working with persons who are seriously ill or injured - contraindications, Smith's bodywork modification model, working in specific healthcare environments

Holistic Pathology: Part 1 is not a prerequesite for taking Part 2. The same text is used for both Part 1 and Part 2 courses.

Student Reviews

This course will help greatly with my business, as massage therapy is moving away from just being used as a way to relax and being sought out as a legitimate way to healing. Knowledge of pathology and the contraindications is critical

- Bybee Ludwig, NCTMB

Big book full of relevant information that I'm sure I'll reference often. I loved this course, as it challenged my memory and taught me new things.

- J. Elizabeth Foster, NCTMB

Great Book, will definitely use 4 future use.

- Laura Seal, LMT, AMNA, HEALING BODY & SOUL, LLC, LAKE GENEVA, WI

This course was very educational.

- Wynnel Heather Kilpatrick, LMT Powder Springs, GA

Materials

  • Text - 568 pages
  • Multiple choice test - if you prefer to test online please select the "online test" option
  • Certificate upon completion - if you prefer to print your certificate at home instantly, please select the "online test" option

Display Certificates suitable for framing are available for $10 in addition to the certificate included with your tuition. Click here to order a Display Certificate.

Credits / Tuition

CE Hours: 10

Tuition: $120

Approvals

The Institute is approved by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB) as a continuing education Approved Provider. Approved Provider 049478-00.

Credits also accepted by the AMTA, ABMP and NAHA.

For information regarding your specific state massage license requirements and approvals, visit our Massage Therapy Continuing Education Requirements page by clicking here.

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