Please note that most of our courses require that you are a licensed health
care provider. If you have questions about your eligibility to attend
a course, please contact the school at (312) 753-7900
or email ce.chicago@cortiva.com 
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Continuing Education Courses:
Continuing Education Courses:
Massage Tools to Save Your Hands
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Thursday, November 20, 2008 / 9:30am - 4:30pm / 6 hours / $120.00
Crystal Lake Location
Learn new ways to extend the longevity of your career by working smarter
not harder and receive some quality massage work in the process! Learn
how to use 3 different T-bars for large muscle groups and hard-to-reach
areas. Learn how to use your forearms and improve body mechanics. Neuromuscular
Therapists and workshops have been introducing wooden T-bars for years.
We will explore and demonstrate the variety of gliding and friction techniques
these tools can actually do. Clinical approaches require precision and
these skills can deliver with LESS PRESSURE. Muscle stripping and direct
friction made easier! Work into hidden trigger points! Save your thumb
joints!
Student Supplies Needed: set of sheets, unscented oil/cream,
any massage tools you have, T-bars provided for workshop
Instructor: Earl Conner
- A long time faculty member, Earl has been teaching workshops in neuromuscular
therapy and myofascial therapy throughout the U.S. since 1991. Earl is
a 1987 Cortiva graduate with advanced training in St. John Neuromuscular
Therapy, myofascial therapy, and sports massage. He specializes in
massage for relief of chronic pain, and postural/fascial distortion.
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Professional Ethics for Bodyworkers
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Thursday, December 4, 2008 / 9:30am - 4:30pm / 6 hours / $120.00
Crystal Lake Location
In the rapidly expanding field of massage therapy, concerns regarding
ethical behavior and practice are also on the rise. Given the intimate
setting of bodywork, it is crucial to establish a safe environment and
a clear understanding between client and therapist as to what is expected.
Therapists must also be able to effectively communicate within the parameters
of each individual's unique personality, including their own. The intent
of this workshop is to define the broad scope of ethics, empower each
therapist with their own personal Code of Ethics, and explore possible
ethical situations which will challenge participants to make good decisions
as to how they respond.
Student Supplies Needed: writing utensil
Instructor: Earl Conner
- A long time faculty member, Earl has been teaching workshops in neuromuscular
therapy and myofascial therapy throughout the U.S. since 1991. Earl is
a 1987 Cortiva graduate with advanced training in St. John Neuromuscular
Therapy, myofascial therapy, and sports massage. He specializes in massage
for relief of chronic pain, and postural/fascial distortion.
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Professional Ethics for Bodyworkers
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Sunday, December 7, 2008 / 9:30am - 4:30pm / 6 hours / $120.00
Loop Location
In the rapidly expanding field of massage therapy, concerns regarding
ethical behavior and practice are also on the rise. Given the intimate
setting of bodywork, it is crucial to establish a safe environment and
a clear understanding between client and therapist as to what is expected.
Therapists must also be able to effectively communicate within the parameters
of each individual's unique personality, including their own. The intent
of this workshop is to define the broad scope of ethics, empower each
therapist with their own personal Code of Ethics, and explore possible
ethical situations which will challenge participants to make good decisions
as to how they respond.
Student Supplies Needed: writing utensil
Instructor: Frances Salvato
- Recipient of the Distinguished Service Award from the Illinois chapter
of the American Massage Therapy Association for outstanding performance
as a massage educator. Frances is an instructor in anatomy, kinesiology,
technique and leads the Myofascial Certification program along with numerous
continuing education symposia. A 1994 Chicago graduate, Frances has advanced
training in Structural Integration, Myofascial Therapy, Craniosacral Therapy,
Sports Massage, Pregnancy Massage, Infant Massage, Healing Touch, and
Reiki. She has Bachelor of Science from Northwestern University.
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Body Mechanics
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Sunday, December 14, 2008 / 9:00am - 5:00pm / 7 hours / $140.00
Work-related injury is a major reason why massage therapists cease to
practice. Knowing how to employ good body mechanics and self-care techniques
helps emerging and established professionals work smarter, not harder,
and helps them to avoid occupational injury, stress and burnout.
This workshop is designed to help participants enhance their own body
awareness by improving body alignment through the assessment of their
own postural patterns. Explore movement opportunities and options while
doing massage and also during daily living activities. The participant
will learn to improve performance as a massage therapist, to promote longevity
of their practice, and to deliver the best care to their clients as they
learn best practices for themselves.
Class is open to: Licensed Massage Therapists, all other
medical professionals if doing table work and current MT Students
Student Supplies Needed: (1) Set of sheets, unscented
oil or lotion; wear comfortable clothes and supportive footwear
Instructor: Terri Visovatti
- A Chicago School of Massage Therapy graduate (1996) and is certified
in Myofascial massage, Bodywork for the Childbearing year, and has advanced
training in Personal Training. She has a B.S. degree in Kinesiology from
the University of Illinois-Chicago. She has maintained a private massage
practice since 1996. She has assisted Bob King in several Continuing Education
workshops and has been teaching various sciences at Cortiva Institute
- Chicago for two years.
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Basics of Pregnancy
Massage
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Sunday, December 14, 2008 / 9:00am - 5:00pm / 7 hours / $140.00
Six million American women become pregnant each year, so it is likely
that in the course of a massage therapist's career, he or she will have
the opportunity and privilege to massage a pregnant woman... but, the
massage therapist may not remember or may have never learned the client
positions and massage therapy techniques that are safe in each trimester
of pregnancy. Whether you want a thorough review of the basics or an introduction
to the specialty of pregnancy massage, in The Basics of Pregnancy Massage,
you will learn safe and effective pregnancy massage client positioning,
draping and pregnancy massage techniques, as well as precautions and contraindications
to support women through their healthy pregnancies, while visiting a spa.
Please bring: set of
sheets, unscented oil/cream, 5 pillows or a Body Support System for bolstering,
writing utensil.
Instructor: Frances Salvato
- Recipient of the Distinguished Service Award from the Illinois chapter
of the American Massage Therapy Association for outstanding performance
as a massage educator. Frances is an instructor in anatomy, kinesiology,
technique and leads the Myofascial Certification program along with numerous
continuing education symposia. A 1994 Chicago graduate, Frances has advanced
training in Structural Integration, Myofascial Therapy, Craniosacral Therapy,
Sports Massage, Pregnancy Massage, Infant Massage, Healing Touch, and
Reiki. She has Bachelor of Science from Northwestern University.
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Clinical Massage for Head and Neck Pain
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Friday, December 17, 2008 / 9:00am - 5:00pm / 7 hours / $140.00
Take your hands-on skills to the next level in treating head, neck and
upper back pain! You will learn innovative positioning techniques, clinical
accuracy and detailed protocols for chronic upper quarter pain. Sharpen
your palpation skills for the scalenes, suboccipitals, levator scapula
and posterior cervical layers with high-impact myofascial and therapeutic
muscle stretching techniques. Participants will receive an illustrated
manual, tableside instruction, self-stabilization techniques, and the
opportunity to practice and receive high level bodywork in a relaxed and
supportive educational environment.
Please bring: set of
sheets, unscented oil/cream and a writing utensil. Please wear wear comfortable
clothes and supportive footwear.
Instructor: Bob King
- Bob is a co-founder and past president of the Chicago School of
Massage Therapy. He now teaches continuing education for Cortiva Institute-Chicago
and works in the school's professional clinic. Bob is a nationally recognized
teacher, leader and activist in the field of massage therapy, with 35
years of professional experience. He is a frequent presenter at national
conferences, and brings a dedicated and compassionate commitment to massage
therapy and the Cortiva community.
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Clinical Sports Massage: Rotator Cuff & Shoulder
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Tuesday, December 30, 2008 / 9:00am - 5:00pm / 7 hours / $140.00
Learn the pathology, assessment, treatment, and self-care of the shoulder
region with specific focus on the glenohumeral joint and rotator cuff
musculature. Understand the possible causes and contributing factors associated
with rotator cuff shoulder dysfunction. Contributing factors such as postural
or structural misalignment, muscle imbalance, trigger points and movement
dysfunction will be identified. The application of basic orthopedic assessments,
active, passive and resisted ROM, as well as palpation assessment, serve
to help isolate and determine the location and type of dysfunction. These
finding are utilized to form the most effective application of treatment
techniques to reduce painful symptoms, and return the athlete to optimum
function. The techniques taught in the course include Myofascial release,
Trigger Point Release, Cyriax Cross Fiber Friction, and Muscle Energy
Techniques.
Please bring: set of
sheets, unscented oil/cream and a writing utensil. Please wear wear comfortable
clothes and supportive footwear.
Instructor: Wayne Hussey
- Wayne is a 2000 Chicago graduate and holds a B.S. degree in Kinesiology
and Psychology from the University of in Ontario, Canada. Wayne has experience
as a Personal Trainer, Physical Therapy Technician, and Exercise Physiologist
in cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation.
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Reflexology for Stress
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Sunday, January 25, 2009 / 9:00am - 5:00pm / 7 hours / $150.00
This one day introductory class in reflexology is designed to help you
combat stress for yourself, friends and family. We will cover the history,
definition, and benefits of reflexology as well as perform hands on solutions
to help alleviate two common conditions.
Please bring: set of sheets and unscented oil/cream
Instructor: Annette Chamness -
Annette has over 15 years experience as a Massage Therapist and teacher.
She was first exposed to the spa concept and treatments at the Heartland
Spa. Through out her career she has blended and integrated various techniques
to deepen the relaxation effect for her clients, enhancing their therapeutic
outcomes. Annette has worked extensively with clients who have chronic
pain, cancer, stress related disorders, pregnant and laboring women, and
other medically complex clients.
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Reflexology for Stress
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Sunday, May 3, 2009 / 9:00am - 5:00pm / 7 hours / $150.00
This one day introductory class in reflexology is designed to help you
combat stress for yourself, friends and family. We will cover the history,
definition, and benefits of reflexology as well as perform hands on solutions
to help alleviate two common conditions.
Please bring: set of
sheets and unscented oil/cream
Instructor: Annette Chamness -
Annette has over 15 years experience as a Massage Therapist and teacher.
She was first exposed to the spa concept and treatments at the Heartland
Spa. Through out her career she has blended and integrated various techniques
to deepen the relaxation effect for her clients, enhancing their therapeutic
outcomes. Annette has worked extensively with clients who have chronic
pain, cancer, stress related disorders, pregnant and laboring women, and
other medically complex clients.
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