Information for Therapists

Hot Stone Workshops - for Massage Therapists, Reflexologists, Estheticians, Body Workers, Energy Workers

Learn Hot Stones from Mary Axelrod, a Master Teacher
* Join us for a fun and very informative hands-on workshop
* Increase your business in today's economy
* Distinguish yourself from dozens of other CMTs
* Bring passion and excitement back into your practice
* Bring your massage  to a whole new level
* Learn new techniques for Hot Stone Reflexology
* How to use stones for your Energy Work
* How to incorporate stones if you are an Esthetician
* Learn techniques far beyond traditional hot stone classes 

Continuing Education CEs - Upon successful completion of this 2-day class you will receive a certificate of Completion for 16 CE Hours from the Institute for Phenomenal Touch. These credits will meet the requirements for continuing education credits for the National Certification Board NCBTMB, as well as ABMP and AMTA for massage therapists and body workers. The Institute for Phenomenal Touch is Nationally Certified.

For more information about this workshop training or hot stones in general, call Mary at 970-204-1794. 

Reflexology Classes & Certificate - through Front Range Community College, taught by Mary Axelrod, MBA, NCMT, RMT, CR.

Begins January 2012. You can take classes that lead to a certificate in Reflexology. The Reflexology Certificate Program is part of the new Holistic Health Program at Front Range Community College in Fort Collins, Colorado. After completion of the classes for the Reflexology Certificate you will meet the requirements to become a certified Reflexologist and meet the qualifications to sit for the national exam and certification through The American Reflexology Certification Board (ARCB).

Note: This is the first class of the Reflexology series and the foundation of the Reflexology program. This class is required before taking the HHP 164 - Hand Reflexology class and all other reflexology classes at Front Range Community College. 

This class is open to anyone - no prerequisite. You may take this class just for fun and personal interest or you may be planning on completing the classes for the Reflexology Certification here at FRCC to launch a new career!

Description: In this class you will learn about Reflexology and how it works as well as experience it. The class covers the many aspects of Reflexology as a Holistic Therapy. We will also cover some basics of anatomy and structure of the feet, contraindications, ethics and professionalism as well as documentation needed for sessions. This Reflexology course has both classroom time as well as required online components. Classroom time includes lecture, discussions, hands-on activities and tests. You will have specific lab time in the classroom learning to do Reflexology on the feet.  Homework assignments (outside classroom time) will include reading the text, participating in online discussions, viewing videos, completing online tests and practicing what you've learned in class on friends and family members.

You must physically attend all classes as well as complete all required online components. Classes will meet in Loveland at the Thompson School District Building, Room 7.

For Spring 2012 Class meeting dates are:

Wednesday, January 18 -- 2:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Saturday, January 28 -- 10 am - 3 pm
Saturday, February 11 -- 10 am - 3 pm
Monday, February 20 -- 2:30 pm - 5:00 pm (final)


Ethics for Massage Therapists- offered through Front Range Community College, taught by Mary Axelrod, MBA, NCMT, RMT, CR.

Earn CE's. Class begins January 2012. This class is part of the new Holistic Health Program at Front Range Community College in Fort Collins, Colorado. 

This class is open to anyone - no prerequisite. It is suitable for anyone majoring in the healing professions - body workers, massage therapists & Reflexologists as well as anyone working with clients in a therapeutic manner.

The focus of this class is on personal and professional ethics and boundaries as we explore the psychology of various aspects of the therapeutic relationship with clients. We will also cover information about laws and licensing for massage therapists, scope of practice (what you can and can't do), different communication styles and privacy & confidentiality of client records. This class also covers information about the importance of touch, the power of therapeutic touch, professionalism, and creating a safe healing space for your clients.

Classes will meet in Loveland at the Thompson School District Building, Room 5. This course has classroom time as well as required online components. Some lecture materials including videos will be available in D2L as well as the syllabus, notes, class discussions, assignments, homework, quizzes and tests. You must attend all classes as well as complete all required online components.

2012 Class meeting dates are:

Saturday, January 21 – 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Saturday, February  4 -- 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

American Massage Therapy Association - (AMTA) - Provides extensive information for massage therapists including classes, seminars, product information, professional liability insurance, career networking, marketing information and more. 

Aromatherapy News & Information -www. Aromatherapy-News.com Lots of information about using therapeutic grade essential oils.

Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals (ABMP) - Provides extensive information for massage therapists, estheticians and bodyworkers, professional liability insurance, career & networking information, classes & seminars, marketing informationand webinars. 

Associated Reflexologists of Colorado (ARC) - founded in 1972, the mission of ARC is to "The mission of ARC is to advance Reflexology as a profession and to assist Reflexologists in becoming more effective through continuing education and sharing in both Reflexology theory and practical techniques." ARC also works with "the state legislature to maintain the right to practice Reflexology as its own modality throughout the State of Colorado."

Compassion Fatigue - from the American Academy of Family Physicians.
"When practicing medicine feels more like labor than a labor of love, take steps to heal the healer..." Compassion fatigue can be experienced by anyone working in the health and healing professions including nurses, CNAs, massage therapists, physical therapists, Estheticians, body workers, energy workers,  teachers, hairdressers.

Check out the Holistic Health Program at Front Range Community College (FRCC). Some classes meet only in the classroom and some meet totally online, depending on the program or course. 

At FRCC you can:
1) Get a transferrable degree (AAS) in Holistic Health.
2) Earn a certificate in Holistic Health, Reflexology, Aromatherapy, or Yoga Teacher.
3) Take your choice of classes for just for fun and information - there are over 35 classes offered in various Holistic Health modalities including Reflexology, aromatherapy, Reiki, wellness counseling, massage therapy, meditation, Qigong, homeopathy, the animal-human bond, stress management, herbology, crystals and many more. Tuition and fees apply to all classes.
Information at http://web1.frontrange.edu/catalog/5235.htm

National Certification from the NCBTMB -National Certification Board For Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork. This is the national certification board.Members of NCBTMB uphold the highest standards for business & ethics in the massage practice. NCBTMB certification means the therapist has sucessfully passed the national board certification exam and can practice in any state. Many Spas require this certification for their therapists.