Celebrating Women's History Month: 6 CE Courses by Leading Female Educators

March 2, 2026

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In celebration of Women's History Month, AMTA is spotlighting six CE courses authored by leading female educators in the profession. From Thai massage to cupping, these popular courses provide valuable insights to help you elevate your practice and meet the evolving needs of your clients.

Pregnancy and Massage

$45 members / $75 non-members  3 CE credits

By Susan Salvo | Get a solid foundation on how the prenatal, childbirth and postpartum phases affect women and the appropriate techniques for each phase. Find out how to recognize contraindications and specific needs for those with high-risk pregnancies.

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Lymphatic System and Massage

$45 members / $75 non-members  3 CE credits

By Nicola McGill | Gain an understanding of the anatomy of the lymphatic system. Explore how the lymph nodes function and the lymphatic drainage process. Plus, delve into massage techniques that improve blood and lymph circulation for your clients.

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Breathe Easy: Massage Therapy for Improved Respiration

$30 members / $50 non-members  2 CE credits

By Jenice Mattek | From posture to illness, the quality of our breathing can be affected by a variety of factors, potentially leading to nonoptimal patterning in our bodies. Discover how massage therapy can improve respiration quality, positively affecting therapeutic outcomes and the functioning of our body’s systems.

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Headaches: Relief with Massage Therapy

$60 members / $100 non-members  4 CE credits

By Nancy Dail | Explore how massage therapy can be an effective treatment for relieving tension-type and cluster headaches. Delve into the common causes, contraindications and learn how Dimensional Massage Therapy can relieve headaches, stress and tension.

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Thai Massage: Foundations and Basic Principles

$45 members / $75 non-members  3 CE credits

By Jill Burynski | Delve into the foundations of Thai massage to gain a well-rounded understanding of its history, techniques, and principles. Examine the benefits for both you and your client, and explore traditional complementary techniques.

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Therapeutic Cupping: Who, What, When, Where, and Why

$30 members / $50 non-members  2 CE Credits

By Linda Nordahl | Explore the fundamental principles of cupping therapy through the “5 W’s” to gain a well-rounded understanding of this manual therapy technique. Delve into the practical aspects of cupping, including its applications, benefits, and contraindications, so you can incorporate it effectively and responsibly into your massage practice.

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