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Comment by Pete Whitridge on February 5, 2013 at 12:47pm

February 4, 2013 -- For Immediate Release

ALLIANCE PUBLISHES COMPREHENSIVE TEACHER STANDARDS DOCUMENT

The Alliance for Massage Therapy Education has completed Phase 1 of its National Teacher Education Standards Project, and is pleased to announce the publication of the Core Competencies for Massage Therapy Teachers. This document – the first of its kind in the massage therapy field – describes the foundational knowledge, skills and attitudes (KSAs) needed for teachers to produce successful and consistent outcomes with adult learners in a variety of educational settings.

These comprehensive standards apply to the work of teachers across the entire continuum of massage therapy education, from entry-level training programs to post-graduate studies. They also apply to teachers throughout the arc of their professional careers.

In December 2010, the Alliance launched the National Teacher Education Standards Project (TESP) as part of its long-term commitment to strengthen and improve the quality of massage therapy education. This endeavor is both timely and essential because the majority of instructors in this field have not received formal training in the theory and methodology of teaching. As well, there are few jurisdictions that uphold competency standards for massage therapy teachers.

The Core Competencies will provide guidance to classroom teachers, continuing education providers, schools, national accrediting commissions, state regulatory agencies and other organizations in the massage therapy field.

The National Teacher Education Standards Project (TESP) will be carried out through a series of five phases: With Phase 1 now finished, the Alliance moves into Phases 2 and 3, which involve the creation of a model teacher training curriculum and the identification and development of training resources. To ensure that teachers have achieved the competencies, a voluntary certification program will be established as Phase 4. The final step will involve working with school accreditors and regulators to incorporate these teacher education standards. Overall, it's estimated the TESP will take 5-10 years.

The Alliance's Professional Standards Committee was responsible for the development of this document. A diverse group of experienced teachers, CE providers and massage school directors researched existing teacher standards throughout the realms of public education and specialized professional education. The committee incorporated some of these well-researched templates, adding to them the unique nature and attributes of massage therapy education. Throughout the process, important feedback on working drafts was obtained from attendees at the Alliance's 2011 and 2012 Annual Conferences, as well as through public comment periods. The finished product is a true community effort.

According to Alliance President Pete Whitridge, LMT, "The establishment of the Core Competencies is a landmark achievement in the massage therapy field. Now that these standards are in place, we are shifting our focus to the practical tasks of implementation. In the months and years to come, the Alliance will provide resources to assist individuals and institutions in the process of meeting these standards, for the ultimate benefit of students and clients of massage therapy."

In ongoing support of this project, the Alliance will focus on the theme of "Creating a Culture of Teaching Excellence" for it's 2013 Annual Conference. This event will be held July 18-20 in St. Charles, Missouri, and will feature workshops and discussion forums about the process of implementing teacher standards. The Alliance looks forward to the input of all who attend this conference, as these voices and perspectives shape the future of massage therapy education.

Comment by Susan G. Salvo on April 5, 2012 at 8:39am

HISTORY OF MASSAGE youtube video ~ share link with instructors and students (fellow MTs too)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qg-MFMGjYc8&list=UUVROW6MqPGRRog...

Comment by Sue Heldenbrand on January 7, 2012 at 9:52am

Exciting and Unique Upcoming CE classes, Lafayette, La.

Feb.11 & 12, 2012, Energetic Trauma Release and Mind, Body Self care strategies

Trauma from accidents, illness, chronic stress,  abuse and military combat is held in our bodies as cellular memories.  

Learn this unique way to energetically release these emotions and the triggers that are stored in our emotional brain.

As caregivers we need to take care of ourselves in order to be of service to anyone else. Learn stress warning signs, stress reducers, learn to assess your mind, body spirit level, meditation, energetic relaxation techniques.

Nurture your spirit and release any trapped emotions from trauma, accidents, illnesses or stress. 

 
Small classes offer an intimate environment for individual attention and lots of hands on instruction.

Please forward to anyone who may be interested...approved by La. State Board of Massage Therapists for a maximum of 12 CE hours for both classes, a maximum of 6 CE hours for 1 class.

Open to anyone who wants to relax, release and rejuvenate.

Lafayette, La. 9AM-4PM

Facilitator: Sue Heldenbrand certified Healing Touch practitioner, Reiki Master, Integrated Energy Therapy, Quantum Touch. Approved La. State Massage Provider #LAPO146.

For more information,  Contact Sue Heldenbrand 337 232-4799

Synergistic Healing Workshops

Comment by Vlad on November 5, 2011 at 2:05pm

If you've a website for online CE classes or to just get the word out about your hand's on classes, you should consider taking advantage of this free online service:

http://www.poem-massage.org/mktplace

Comment by Sue Heldenbrand on November 3, 2011 at 6:37am

Unique and Exciting Exploration of your chakras and aura

            EXPLORING CHAKRAS-Nov.12 & 13 9AM-4PM, Lafayette, La.

                     $225 includes 2 aura photos and lunch-12 CE hours

When our chakras (energy centers) are in balance, we function at a much higher rate of health and well being.  An exploration of the energy field will assist in learning about any imbalances that may contribute to problems in our lives and how we can return to a state of balance.

This knowledge is valuable in understanding the mind, body connection with our families, our clients and our selves. An energetic technique using light touch will be learned during this 2day class.

Aura photos will be taken before the class starts and after having energy work done the second day.  Amazing transformations!

www.SynergisticCenter.com

This class will give you a toolkit of suggestions, techniques and practices that will give you a deeper, and richer, relationship to life. 

                           Personal transformations are possible!

OPEN TO ALL INTERESTED PARTIES!

Comment by Nancy Toner Weinberger on August 22, 2011 at 11:37am

Become a Continuing Education Provider- or just teach like one!

Teaching Skills for the Workshop Leader

Chicago, Illinois - Thursday-Sunday, November 3-6, 2011
Times: 9:30AM to 6:00PM on Thursday-Saturday. 9:30AM to 12:30PM on Sunday. Additional optional non-credit hours on Sunday 1:30PM-3:30PM

Location: Courtyard Marriott Oakbrook Terrace

This is a true workshop, limited to 12 participants. Yes, you will get lots of information about designing your class, marketing it, and actually teaching it. But you will also put what you learn to use right in this workshop. Come prepared to write syllabi, learning objectives and lesson plans for your class, actually try out part of your presentation with your classmates, prepare a written plan for implementation of your marketing strategy, decide what level of certification is right for you, and if it is National Certification, actually begin to fill out the NCBTMB application at the end of the class. The learning you will get in this class will apply to all state agency requirements, and even other disciplines.  

Visit www.dynamicequilibrium.com/TSWL-ClassDescription.htm for details.

Comment by Nancy Toner Weinberger on July 19, 2011 at 12:47pm

I'm planning on attending the August conference, Gloria-

Comment by Nancy Toner Weinberger on July 19, 2011 at 12:47pm

Teacher Training Intensive
August 12-14 Raleigh, NC
Training for massage school teachers and for those who would like to teach at a massage school.

NCBTMB CE hours are awarded.
Instructor: Nancy Toner Weinberger

 

Visit http://www.dynamicequilibrium.com/TTI-ClassDescription.htm for details.

Comment by Gloria Coppola on June 19, 2011 at 7:42pm

Any instructors going to the Alliance convention in South Carolina in August?

Hope to meet you there.

Comment by Sue Heldenbrand on June 19, 2011 at 7:40pm

I'dl like to extend an invitation to list in my massage directory..the basic listing is free.  I'm also offering a CE class for La. LMT's, Exploring Chakras, July 23 & 24 2011, Lafayette, La.

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