Course Catalog
Browse all Manual Therapy Alliance continuing education courses.
Communicable Diseases for Manual Therapists
3.5 CE
Upon completion of this course, the learner will be able to: - Differentiate between communicable and infectious diseases and identify the five major types of pathogens relevant to manual therapy. - Analyze the Chain of Infection and identify specific intervention points within a massage practice setting. - Apply Standard Precautions, including proper hand hygiene and PPE selection, to daily practice. - Evaluate environmental cleaning protocols to ensure a safe clinical environment. - Recognize the signs and symptoms of common skin, respiratory, and bloodborne diseases. - Execute critical clinical decision-making regarding when to treat, postpone, or refer a client based on infectious disease presentation.
Cultural Competency for Massage Therapists
1 CE
This comprehensive one-hour self-paced home study course equips massage therapists with essential knowledge and practical skills to provide culturally sensitive and inclusive care to diverse client populations. Through an engaging slide presentation and in-depth course manual, participants will explore fundamental concepts of cultural competency, including understanding personal biases, recognizing dimensions of diversity, and navigating cultural variations in communication styles, touch preferences, modesty requirements, and health beliefs. The course addresses real-world scenarios massage therapists encounter daily, from working with clients who have specific religious practices to accommodating language barriers and gender preferences. Participants will learn how to develop cultural humility through ongoing self-reflection, implement inclusive intake procedures, and avoid common cultural insensitivity mistakes that can damage the therapeutic relationship. Critical topics include personal space considerations across cultures, working with traditional medicine practices, creating accessible marketing materials, and building trust within multicultural communities. By completing this course, massage therapists will gain actionable strategies to enhance their professional practice, improve client satisfaction, and demonstrate their commitment to providing equitable, respectful care that honors the unique cultural backgrounds and needs of every client. This course fulfills continuing education requirements while providing immediately applicable tools for creating a welcoming, inclusive practice environment where all clients feel respected, understood, and comfortable receiving therapeutic care. Completing the course will give the learner 1 CE of continuing education. This course is offered on our learn.manualtherapyalliance.com portal. Click View Course below to register for the course.
Ethics in Manual Therapy
4.5 CE
This comprehensive ethics course provides massage therapists and manual therapists with essential knowledge and practical tools to navigate the complex ethical landscape of contemporary practice. The course explores the four pillars of medical ethics—autonomy, beneficence, non-maleficence, and justice—and examines professional codes from AMTA, ABMP, and FSMTB. Through four structured modules, participants will master critical topics including professional boundaries, therapeutic relationships, power dynamics, informed consent procedures, HIPAA compliance, and client confidentiality. The course addresses both traditional and modern ethical challenges, from managing dual relationships and scope of practice to navigating social media ethics and digital professionalism. Using practical decision-making frameworks like the PLUS model, participants will develop skills for analyzing and resolving real-world ethical dilemmas through case studies and self-reflection exercises. Whether you're a new practitioner or seasoned professional, this course provides invaluable guidance for maintaining the highest ethical standards while promoting self-care, cultural competence, and ongoing professional development in manual therapy practice. Completing the course will give the learner 4.5 CE of continuing education. This course is offered on our learn.manualtherapyalliance.com portal. Click View Course below to register for the course.