Introducing ABMP CE Socials

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Connect and engage with your massage community, experts in the field, and ABMP as you learn and earn CE with our new ABMP CE Socials event series at www.abmp.com/ce-socials!

These interactive experiences will allow attendees to join us live in our virtual classroom to interact with course instructors and fellow attendees in our community chat while learning valuable new tools for your practice. During each ABMP CE Socials event, you’ll have the opportunity to submit questions to the presenter in the chat room, and after the course, the instructor will be with you via live video feed for a Q&A session.

The first event takes place Wednesday, February 24 and features the popular new course "Introduction to Oncology Massage: Part 1" from Healwell's Cal Cates and Kerry Jordan. Events are free for ABMP members and $15 for non-members, and registration includes live event access, your CE certificate, and ongoing access to the course in the ABMP Education Center. You can register at for the event here.

"Introduction to Oncology Massage: Part 1" covers topics including metastasis and cancer-related conditions, including lymphedema and deep vein thrombosis. Explore some of the myths regarding massage therapy and cancer. Discover the critical intake questions therapists should be asking all clients and learn how to apply the answers you receive to ensure you’re providing a safe session. This in-depth introduction will help you determine whether you’re interested in additional training in this unique modality.

Stay tuned for future ABMP CE Socials announcements, and stay up-to-date on CE courses in the ABMP Education Center.

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News

Ohio Adopts Interstate Massage Compact

The Ohio legislature adopted Senate Bill 56 on June 21, becoming the second state to enact the Interstate Massage Compact. Massage therapists will soon be able to obtain a multistate license that will reduce holdups and delays that often occur when moving to a different state.

US Department of Education 150% Rule Update

A federal judge has granted a preliminary injunction that halts the enforcement of the US Department of Education’s new Bare Minimum Rule, also known as the “100% rule,” until the court takes further action. This is the first step in what could be a lengthy battle to ultimately delay enforcement of the rule, providing schools more time to adjust their programmatic standards, or overturn the rule altogether. Find out more and what your school needs to do to prepare.

Colorado Bill Requires Local Background Checks

Governor Jared Polis signed into law House Bill 24-1371, requiring local government (counties, cities, or municipalities) to conduct periodic criminal background checks for massage establishment operators, owners, and employees.

Blog

Perform Your Best with MassageBook

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MassageBook wants to help you focus on delivering exceptional care to your clients and building the practice of your dreams.

Julie Plachta: Serving the Underserved

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As we get closer to celebrating Massage Is for EveryBody, July 14–20, 2024, we wanted to share more of Julie Plachta’s story, which exemplifies the inclusive values of this campaign.

Benefits

Featured ABMP Discount Partner: Hyperice

ABMP members save 10% on all Hyperice percussive and heat/ice technology massage devices, including the Hypervolt, Vyper Vibrating Fitness Roller, and Ice Compression.

Featured ABMP Discount Partner: Yomassage

ABMP members receive 20% off Signature Yomassage, Mindful Touch by Yomassage, Barefoot Yomassage, Table Yomassage, and Yomassage Facials certifications.

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