2008
Continuing Education Class Schedules
Watch this page as our schedule expands.

The Massage Institute of Maryland, Inc. is approved by the MHEC (Maryland Higher
Education Commission), NCBTMB (National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage
and Bodywork), ABHES (Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools), Maryland
Board of Chiropractic Examiners. We are a member in good standing of the American
Massage Therapy Association Council of Schools, A School Member in good standing
of the Associated Massage & Bodywork Professionals and a Continuing Education
Provider. We are proud to offer an array of classes that are taught by qualified
local and national instructors.

Continuing Education is approved by the National Certification Board for
Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB) – Provider #157426-00

Registration Information
Details on registration can be found under MIM CE School Policies & Registration.

Continuing Education Classes Click on any Course for the full details
COURSE	START DATES	CE Hours

National Exam Review CPR and First Aid Training Massage Therapist (and Associated Practitioners) Network Gathering Ethics and Communicable Disease (Combination) Hot Stone Massage Ethics and Communicable Disease (Combination) CPR and First Aid Training Face Toning Massage The All-In-One Spa Treatment - Spa Treatments w/o a Shower Cold Stone Therapy for Migraine Headaches Posturology 101 My Thai Supervised Clinic

May 5, 2008 May 10, 2008 June 1, 2008 June 8, 2008 June 22, 2008 July 13, 2008 August 16, 2008 September 18 & 19, 2008 September 20, 2008 September 21, 2008 September 26, 27 & 28, 2008 November 2, 9 & 16, 2008 Flexible Dates

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National Exam Review
    Classes: Mondays & Wednesdays, May 5^th, 7^th, 12^th, 14^th, 19^th, & 21^st, 2008
    Time: 7pm to 9pm
    Instructor: Sherri Lewis
Review for the National Certification Exam for Therapeutic Massage (NCBTMB and NCBTM). Topics include: Anatomy and Physiology, Body Systems, Massage Theory and Ethics, Massage techniques, Non-western anatomy and physiology, Traditional Chinese medicine, Clinical pathology, Adjunct techniques, Business, Review First aid and CPR. Handouts and take home practice exams will be provided. Contact Sherri Lewis with your questions and for additional information: sherri2483@msn.com or 443-739-8594.
$175.00

CPR and First Aid Training
    Classes: Saturday, May 10 ^th, 2008
    Time: 9am to 5pm (1 hour for lunch)
    Instructor: Paramedical Personnel of Maryland Training Division
The American Heart Association CPR Program includes Adult, Infant, Child CPR, and Choking Procedures. The text used in the program can be purchased at the end of the class, if the student would like to have a reference book. This program can take as long as 4 hours to complete depending on the skills of the students. You will receive your card the same day and it is good for 2 years.

The American Safety and Health Institute First Aid Program provides a nationally recognized program that meets the OSHA standard for First Aid Training. This program has also been approved by the DHR of Maryland. This program can take as long as 4 hours to complete due to class involvement and questions. The textbook is included in the price and you will receive your card (good for 3 years) the same day.

If you are only interested in CPR Certification, you may choose to leave training after the CPR portion is taught. There is no workshop fee discount for attending part of the combined training.
$75.00

Massage Therapist (and Associated Practitioners) Network Gathering
    Date: Sunday Evening June 1^st, 2008
    Time: 6pm to ???
Focus on 'Business Styles and Strategy'.
Are you out on your own? Are you working as a contractor or an employee?
I'm sure you have a story or two to share and advise to give.
Bring your thoughts, ideas, and questions.
Bring some snacks/drinks to share.
Bring some sheets for massage trades!!!
No Charge.

Ethics and Communicable Disease (Combination)
    Classes: Sunday, June 8^th 2008
    Time: 10am to 4:00 pm
This course is a combination of the following 2 courses.
$125.00 (6 CE Hours) - Register Early for a 10% discount* (Full price after May 23rd)

Maryland Focused Ethics (Individual Course)
    Classes: Sunday, June 8^th 2008
    Time: 10am to 1:00 pm
    Instructor: Lucile McConnell, CMT (see bio)
An overview of the current Laws and Regulations of the State of Maryland. Ethical case studies will be discussed. Fulfills the State of Maryland Ethics CE requirements.
$75.00 (3 CE Hours) - Register Early for a 10% discount* (Full price after May 23rd)

Preventing the Spread of HIV/AIDS and other Communicable Diseases (Individual Course)
    Classes: Sunday, June 8^th 2008
    Time: 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
    Instructor: Michael S. Kaplan, PhD, MD (see bio)
CDC, OSHA, & NFPA standards are covered in this class in communicable disease transmission prevention and hygiene that includes HIV and AIDS. A National Safety Council book is included. Fulfills the State of Maryland Communicable Disease CE requirements.
$75.00 (3 CE Hours) - Register Early for a 10% discount* (Full price after May 23rd)

Hot Stone Massage
    Classes: Sundays, June 22 ^th & 29^th 2008
    Time: 9am to 4pm (1 hour for lunch)
    Instructor: Lucile McConnell, CMT (see bio)
Learn practical skills that can be integrated into a current massage practice to enhance a client’s massage experience. This course will cover the history of stone massage; Assessment, evaluation and treatment plan development; Safety issues; Indications and contraindications for hot and cold applications; Overview of tools and equipment needed; Demonstration and guidelines for performing a full body stone massage protocol. All students will have ample time to practice Hot Stone Massage after it is demonstrated. You will be awarded a Certificate of Completion.
$330.00 (12 CE Hours) - Register Early for a 10% discount* (Full price after May 2nd)

Ethics and Communicable Disease (Combination)
    Classes: Sunday, July 13^th 2008
    Time: 10am to 4:00 pm
This course is a combination of the following 2 courses.
$125.00 (6 CE Hours) - Register Early for a 10% discount* (Full price after June 27th)

Maryland Focused Ethics (Individual Course)
    Classes: Sunday, July 13^th 2008
    Time: 10am to 1:00 pm
    Instructor: Lucile McConnell, CMT (see bio)
An overview of the current Laws and Regulations of the State of Maryland. Ethical case studies will be discussed. Fulfills the State of Maryland Ethics CE requirements.
$75.00 (3 CE Hours) - Register Early for a 10% discount* (Full price after June 27th)

Preventing the Spread of HIV/AIDS and other Communicable Diseases (Individual Course)
    Classes: Sunday, July 13^th 2008
    Time: 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
    Instructor: Michael S. Kaplan, PhD, MD (see bio)
CDC, OSHA, & NFPA standards are covered in this class in communicable disease transmission prevention and hygiene that includes HIV and AIDS. A National Safety Council book is included. Fulfills the State of Maryland Communicable Disease CE requirements.
$75.00 (3 CE Hours) - Register Early for a 10% discount* (Full price after June 27th)

CPR and First Aid Training
    Classes: Saturday, August 16^th, 2008
    Time: 9am to 5pm (1 hour for lunch)
    Instructor: Paramedical Personnel of Maryland Training Division
The American Heart Association CPR Program includes Adult, Infant, Child CPR, and Choking Procedures. The text used in the program can be purchased at the end of the class, if the student would like to have a reference book. This program can take as long as 4 hours to complete depending on the skills of the students. You will receive your card the same day and it is good for 2 years.

The American Safety and Health Institute First Aid Program provides a nationally recognized program that meets the OSHA standard for First Aid Training. This program has also been approved by the DHR of Maryland. This program can take as long as 4 hours to complete due to class involvement and questions. The textbook is included in the price and you will receive your card (good for 3 years) the same day.

If you are only interested in CPR Certification, you may choose to leave training after the CPR portion is taught. There is no workshop fee discount for attending part of the combined training.
$75.00

Face Toning Massage
    Classes: Thursday & Friday, September 18^th-19^th, 2008
    Time:9am to 5pm
    Instructor: Kelly Lott, RMT, MTI, CIMI (see bio)
Learn how to perform a “hydrotherapy face toning” massage treatment. Your clients will see a tonal difference after the very first session! The entire weekend is devoted to learning, practicing and receiving a sequential series of massage strokes that affects the facial muscles, along with tightening and toning of the neck and upper chest.

Imagine this Therapists: A totally stress-free, fun & relaxing session while sitting down the entire time! Use of warm moist towels for the face, feet, neck and chest an added bonus. As part of tuition, students will receive extensive “how to” handouts, massage lotions, crème’s and 24 facial towels ($60 value). This workshop has changed the entire practice of many tired and stressed out massage therapists. Come and join the fun! Certificate awarded after completion of hours.
$285.00 (14 CE Hours)

The All-In-One Spa Treatment - Spa Treatments Without a Shower
    Classes: Sunday, September 20^th, 2008
    Time:10am to 5pm
    Instructor: Kelly Lott, RMT, MTI, CIMI (see bio)
Learn spa techniques without needing a shower! Add fun and ease to your hands and practice by offering your clients fabulous spa delights without going to a retreat!

The "All-In-One" treatment is a wonderfully rejuvenating experience that consists of a body brushing, body wash, aromatherapy body scrub, Sea Mud body wrap and massage. The benefits include invigorating the skin with exfoliation, moisturizing and detoxification. You will leave the treatment and class feeling very relaxed, with incredibly soft and supple skin. Body brush, loofah mitt, mylar sheet, and "how-to" handouts included with tuition.
$130.00 (6 CE Hours)

Cold Stone Therapy for Migraine Headaches
    Classes: Sunday, September 21^th, 2008
    Time:10am to 5pm
    Instructor: Kelly Lott, RMT, MTI, CIMI (see bio)
This innovative workshop is designed specifically for massage therapists who want to offer their clients an alternative and dramatic relief treatment for all kinds of headaches.

Students will have hands on practice to perform strategic placement of cold marble stones, aromatherapy specific for the headache types, stretches, pressure points and relaxation techniques. Tuition includes how-to handouts. Marble stones, aromatherapy pack and instructional DVD will be available for purchase at a student discount rate.
$285.00 (14 CE Hours)

For several decades, Paul St. John and his colleagues have been studying posture; how the components of the human body affect posture, and how posture reflects the function of those components. This developing area has come to be known as Posturology, the science of human balance in every physiological condition. Research from Europe dating back to the days of Galileo to the present is included, along with Paul St. John’s extensive research, in this exciting new direction in pain relief therapy.

In Posturology 101, our certified instructor will guide you through the centuries from the earliest recorded studies of posture and imbalance to his most recent findings in his practice. He will share areas of pain causing dysfunctions that create imbalance. This application is the primary component in Integrative Neurosomatic Therapy.

Our goal is to have you leave the course competent in the basic concepts and enlighten you on the importance of being able to measure and document posture accurately. Several examples of postural distortions will be given with their causes and subsequent treatment methods to allow you to understand the impact of this exciting new area of study. As an Integrative Neurosomatic Therapist your capacity to help patients in pain starts with your ability to measure, document, and interpret posture. This course is the first step in the journey to helping your clients heal fully.

Posturology 101 is a prerequisite for Integrative Neurosomatic Therapist Certification Level I

For more information about Integrative Neurosomatic Therapy visit http://www.neurosomaticeducators.com

$195.00 (19 CE Hours)

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A 3-Day Workshop of Thai-Style Stretching and Massage Fusion. In a small group, we will have loads of fun learning new material and combining it with what you already know. This Thai stretching protocol will be done using a massage table. You will also receive a lot of individual attention to help you develop your new skills as you improve your old ones. The first 2 ½ days are spent learning the treatment routine and the last ½ day is spent in review and testing. You must attend all three days in order to qualify for CE Hours or Certification
$450.00 (24 CE Hours)
$375.00 Early Registration (Must be paid in full on or before February 15, 2008)

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Would you like to keep using your massage skills while you are studying for the test?? The perfect compliment to your academic preparation for the national certification exam. Must have proof of professional liability insurance.
$$ - No Charge

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School Policies & Registration

How to Register for Continuing Education Classes
1. Print the Continuing Education Classes Selection Form by clicking here.
2. Circle your choice of class and/or classes and dates.
3. Mail the form along with a check or money order made Payable to: MIM.
4. Mail to:
    Massage Institute of Maryland
    816 Frederick Rd.
    Catonsville, MD 21228
5. OR call MIM and register over the phone with your Credit Card (Visa or MasterCard). Do not leave your Credit Card information on the MIM voice mail. Please leave your Name, Phone Number and Class Details and we will call you back.
6. Either way you register, you will be mailed a receipt and confirmation letter.
7. Unless stated otherwise, full payment is required by mail or phone before the class begins.
8. Refunds are made only if you cancel by 5:00pm on Friday, two weeks before the class.
9. Partial payments or deposits are not accepted, but the instructor may offer an early registration discount; see the class description to see if one is available.

Our Class Cancellation Policy
The instructor of each class determines the minimum number of registered students required for the class to be held. The deadline for registration is generally 4 days before the class. If the minimum is not reached, the class may be cancelled, in which case your money will be refunded or you may reschedule for another class.

*Certain courses are discounted 10% if you pay a registration fee of 10% of the regular price by the date specified in the course description.  For example, for a course that has a regular price of $350, you will only pay $315 if you pay $35 by specified date and the $280 balance before the class starts.  The registration fee is non refundable.  Please appreciate the fact that this policy is to help us assure that the class will have enough enrollment and to allow the instructor to prepare adequate instructional material.

email for any Questions on Continuing Education Class Registration




Instructor Bios:

Michael S. Kaplan, Ph.D., M.D. (Certified by American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation; A Fellow of the American Academy of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation), graduated from Boston University School of Medicine with his Ph.D. in Anatomy and University of Miami School of Medicine with his M.D. He did his residency at John Hopkins University School of Medicine in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. He is widely published in academic journals, and has adjunct teaching positions at University of Maryland School of Medicine and Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. He is Medical Director of the Rehabilitation Team West in Maryland and Founder of the Massage Institute of Maryland.

Samuel Blechman, CMT is a massage therapy instructor and course developer for the massage therapy degree program at The Community College of Baltimore County Essex. He is also an NCBTMB approver provider of continuing education for massage therapists. Samuel is a member of the Maryland Professional Sport Massage Team and former coach of Russian Olympic athletes. Samuel is a successful entrepreneur in private practice in Towson, Maryland. Samuel offers therapeutic massage to professional football players, marathon runners, triathlon athletes and other categories of sportsmen as well as for the public in general. His sport massage course is a unique comprehensive approach from the point of expectations of coaches, athletes and physically active people. During his one-day course Massage Therapists, Athletic Trainers, Physical Therapists, Physical Therapists Assistants, Chiropractors, and others will find a lot of valuable information and learn new techniques they can immediately utilize in their practice.

Andrea Caplan, C/L.M.T. (District of Columbia Licensed, Maryland Certified) Andrea Claire Caplan, L/CMT, has been a massage therapist, bodyworker and massage instructor since 1994. She received her certification as a massage therapist from the Baltimore School of Massage, as well as her national certification, in 1995. She went on to train in Thai massage under Ananda Apfelbaum at he Omega institute in Rhinebeck, New York in 1998. Andrea studied in 2002 with Rose Griscom of the Institute of Thai Massage in West Palm Beach, Florida. She developed a form of backwalking massage in 2000/2001, and subsequently established the ‘body politic’ to promote her continuing education programs. In 2004, Andrea began her study of Ashiatsu oriental bar therapy (ashi), completing the advanced studies in early 2005. She has since combined her various skills and experience to create ‘My Thai, her unique form of Thai-style stretching that fuses massage and bodywork. Visit her website at The Body Politic

James Graffenberg, CMT, CPT practices in Rockville, Maryland. He has studied extensively with Aaron Mattes, Registered Kinesiotherapist Licensed Massage Therapist, and developer of AIS. James has worked in Aaron’s clinic near Sarasota, FL and has assisted him at fourteen AIS workshops during the past four years. He is an enthusiastic and generous teacher who is committed to participants being able to use these techniques by the end of this comprehensive, hands-on workshop. You’ll learn a lot of practical information and have fun, too!

Katrina Farber, CMT, Certified Aromatherapist

Gabrielle Ham-Jones, CMT (Nationally & State of Maryland Certified) graduated from the Baltimore School of Massage, and embraces Alternative Medicine Therapies that encourage the wellness of the mind, body and spirit. Gabrielle’s practice consists of Swedish Massage, Deep Tissue and Neuromuscular Massage as well as Myofascial Release. She also incorporates techniques gathered from training in Thai Massage, and Reflexology while maintaining the importance of stress management and the proper use of the body in everyday activities. Gabrielle has completed training in Active Isolated Stretching, Infant Massage and Pregnancy massage and is currently pursuing certification as a Massage Doula and Labor Assistant. Gabrielle began a massage career after many years of service in local hospitals and clinics. Crediting previous studies and love of the Biological Sciences and Rehabilitation Medicine, Gabrielle is an enthusiastic and consistent instructor, who is driven by educating the general public and students about the benefits and growing demand for Natural and Wholistic Therapies.

William (Bill) Haynes, CMT (Nationally & State of Maryland Certified Massage Therapist) graduated from the National Massage Therapy Institute in Falls Church, VA. He has trained at Esalen Institute, American Academy of Reflexology, and specializes in intuitive NeuroMuscular Therapy. Other modalities include Sport Massage and Hot Stone. He is a student of Zero Balancing and Reiki. Bill comes to Bodywork after 25 years as a software engineer and has an appreciation of clinical work from his many encounters with rehabilitation after klutzy accidents. He is the Director of the Massage Institute of Maryland and will probably be answering your phone calls and emails. His website can be found at http://www.BillsBodyworks.com

Jeremy Harlow (Teacher of Qigong and Tai Chi Chuan) brings a wide variety of experience to Relaxed Body Quiet Mind LLC. In addition to his eleven years of experience as a mental health nurse and Reiki practitioner, he has studied the healing and martial arts since 1994. Jeremy holds a black belt in Hap Ki Do from the U.S. Korean Martial Arts Federation and a second degree black sash from the World Kuoshu Federation. Jeremy is a certified Tai Chi Chuan instructor through the U.S. Kuoshu Federation and the Wu Kui Tang. Through the National Qigong Association, Jeremy is a level III certified advanced Qigong instructor and clinical therapist. In 1997 he began his study of Qigong, Tai Chi Chuan and meditation under Karl Ardo. Graduating from the Baltimore School of Massage in 2001, Jeremy specializes in several bodywork techniques with an emphasis in energy balancing (Qi healing). Currently Jeremy teaches Qigong and Tai Chi Chuan at the U.S. Kuoshu Academy in Owings Mills, Maryland under Grandmaster Huang, Chien-Liang where he has trained since 2000. Jeremy is a 65th generation Tien Shan Pai disciple to Grandmaster Huang, Chien-Liang. For more information on Jeremy and his training please visit Relaxed Body, Quiet Mind

Kelly Lott, RMT (Registered Massage Therapist, Certified Pregnancy Massage Therapist, Certified Infant Massage Instructor, Doula) Having graduated at one of the top five acclaimed massage therapy schools, Chicago School of Massage, Kelly Lott has had further education and certification in pre-natal and postpartum massage, infant massage instruction, Spa Treatments, Face Toning Massage as well as doula training. She enjoyed a successful private practice for 12 years and has been presenting massage therapy workshops to massage therapists, certified nurse-midwives, labor and delivery nurses, nurse practitioners, childbirth educators since 1994. In addition, Kelly has co-produced two educational videos on massage during pregnancy. Email Kelly at kglott01@aol.com or visit her website at www.kellylott.com

Lucile McConnell, CMT (Nationally & State of Maryland Certified Massage Therapist) graduated from the Baltimore School of Massage in 2001, is Nationally and Maryland State Certified, and is a member of AMTA. Lucile practices integrated massage and Reiki, a form of energy healing, as well as seated chair massage, reflexology, myofascial release, healing stone massage, pregnancy massage and sports massage. Your massage instructor is also a personal trainer certified by IFPA. Lucile understands working out and the restorative benefits and balancing effects of sports massage.

Jessica Watkins, RMP, Reiki Master is a Maryland Registered Massage Practitioner and graduated from Baltimore School of Massage in 2004. She has been a Reiki Practitioner since 2003. Jessica is in private practice and is currently seeing clients at a day spa in Columbia and a Wellness Center in Catonsville.

Neurosomatic Educators, LLC was founded in 2005 by Paul St. John (founder of the St. John Method of Neuromuscular Therapy), Randall Clark, and Tracy Jones. In their combined 45 years of experience they saw a void in the field of manual medicine for an organization that not only certified therapists in the emerging field of Integrative Neurosomatic Therapy but also served as a community for therapists interested in advancing the field. The Certification program is set up as a three tiered system and taught by certified Neurosomatic Educator instructors. Specific Bios are available at: http://www.neurosomaticeducators.com/instructors.htm

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