Programs, Classes and Payment Information

Animal Massage Therapist, ETMT, ESMT, CTMT, CSMT, AEMT, ACMT
Animal Acupressure Therapist, AAT
Advanced Animal Acupressure and Massage Therapist, AAMT
Master Animal Acupressure and Massage Therapist, MAAMT

ETMT, ESMT, AEMT and CTMT, CSMT, ACMT- These programs are Animal Massage Therapist Options. They provide the student with the foundation, training and confidence to begin a career as an animal massage practitioner. These programs have three (3 beginning in 2010)levels of expertise. They will prepare you for our advanced program of study if that is your interest.

AAT - This is our Animal Acupressure Therapist Program. This program is the study of Traditional Chinese Medicine and is an excellent addition to any of our massage programs or as a stand alone program. This program has two levels of expertise.

AAMT - This certificate, Advanced Animal Acupressure and Massage Therapist, is achieved by earning an on-site AEMT or ACMT certificate in addition to earning an AAC Level 2 certificate.

MAAMT - This advanced level program is for those seeking a Master Animal Acupressure and Massage Therapist Certificate. This program is available to select graduates who have already achieved AAMT status. This program of study is developed on an individual basis with prospective students who express interest. Requirements will include a 50 hour independent internship, 50 hours of independent case study work and 50 hours of assistant teaching at RMSAAM. This is a mentoring program and you are assigned a mentor for the duration. (150 hours)

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On-Site Certificate Programs

EQUINE MASSAGE PROGRAM

LEVEL 1, THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE THERAPIST (ETMT)
LEVEL 2, SPORTS MASSAGE THERAPIST CERTIFICATIONS (ESMT)
LEVEL 3, ADVANCED MASSAGE TECHNIQUES (AEMT) (Available in 2010)

4.5 Days on-site per program. Pre course work required, allow three weeks. (90 hour Therapeutic Program and 140 hour Sports Program or 230 hours for both programs.) (25.5 CACVT supportive category CE's)

Equine Muscle Anatomy and Physiology - Palpate bony landmarks and major muscles, learn origins and insertions and actions during movement.
Pre-Massage Considerations
Strokes, Techniques and Application of Sports (pre, post and in between event massage) OR Therapeutic Massage
Post-Massage Considerations specific to Athletes for Sports Massage or Geriatrics, Arthritis, Emotional, and other Conditions for Therapeutic Massage
Building Your Practice in the Sports Industry or the General Public. Confidentiality, ethics, developing, taking and maintaining records, preparing case histories, developing case studies, marketing strategies and insurance.
Pathologies - Gait observation and its relation to muscle imbalances and abnormalities. Common diseases such as colic, laminitis and founder. Discuss medications, nutrition, and treatments both holistic and modern.
Animal Handling- Behavior, communication, herd psychology, barn and horse safety
Introduction to Acupressure, Essential Oils, and Nutrition.
*Special Guest Lectures on Saddle Fitting, Hoof Care, Acupuncture, Supplements, Herbs, Flower Essences, and More. *Dependent on Guest Speaker Availability.
Following your pre course work and 4 days of intensive training and daily hands-on massage work, you will be prepared to perform a live practicum and take a written final exam in order to receive your Certificate of Completion.
Following the program you will perform, by correspondence, three (per program) independent case studies over a period of six weeks. Once you have satisfactorily submitted your completed case studies you will be awarded your Equine Sports and/or Therapeutic Massage Practitioner Certificate.

Tuition: $1,260.00 per program or $2,395.00 for both. We strongly encourage both programs for well-roundedness in your practice as most veterinarians like to see at least 100 hours in training. Additional cost of books for Sports Massage Program: $35.00 . You will be sent a list of books to buy independently.

CANINE MASSAGE PROGRAM

LEVEL 1, THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE THERAPIST (CTMT)
LEVEL 2, SPORTS MASSAGE THERAPIST (CSMT)
LEVEL 3, ADVANCED MASSAGE TECHNIQUES (ACMT) (Available in 2010)

3.5 Days on-site per program or 7 days for both programs. Pre course work required for both programs, allow three weeks.(80 hours per program or 160 hours for both) (18 CACVT supportive category CE's per program)

Anatomy and Physiology of the Dog - Palpate bony landmarks and major muscles, learn origins and insertions and actions during movement. Study from anatomical dog models as well as live subjects.
Pre-Massage Considerations
Massage Strokes, Techniques and Application of Sports (pre, post and in between event massage) OR Therapeutic Massage
Post Massage Considerations specific to Athletes for Sports Massage or Geriatrics, Arthritis and other Conditions for Therapeutic Massage
Specific Conditions as it relates to Sports or Therapeutic Massage
Building Your Practice in the Sports Industry or the General Public. Confidentiality, ethics, developing, taking and maintaining records, preparing case histories, developing case studies, marketing strategies and insurance.
Pathologies - Gait observation and its relation to muscle imbalances and abnormalities. Common canine diseases such as dysplasia, cancer and orthopedic diseases. Discuss medications, nutrition, and treatments both holistic and modern.
Animal Handling - Behavior, communication and pack psychology.
Introduction to Acupressure, Essential Oils, and Nutrition.
*Special Guest Lectures on Flower Essences, Supplements, Herbs, Acupuncture and More. *Dependent on Guest Speaker Availability.
Following your pre-course work, 3 days of intensive training and daily hands-on massage work, you will be prepared to perform a live practicum on a dog and take a written final exam in order to receive your Certificate of Completion.
Following the program you will perform, by correspondence, three (per program) independent case studies over a period of six weeks. Once you have satisfactorily submitted your completed case studies you will be awarded your Canine Sports and/or Therapeutic Massage Practitioner Certificate.

Tuition: $1,039.00 per program or $1,975.00 for both. We strongly encourage both programs for well-roundedness in your practice as most veterinarians like to see at least 100 hours in training. Additional cost of books for Sports Massage Program: $21.00 . You will be sent a list of books to buy independently.

LARGE AND SMALL ANIMAL ACUPRESSURE PROGRAM

ANIMAL ACUPRESSURE THERAPIST (AAC) LEVEL 1
ANIMAL ACUPRESSURE THERAPIST (AAC) LEVEL 2

Level 1 (6.5 Days on-site) Pre and post course work required, allow four weeks. (175 hour program) (16.25 CACVT supportive category CE's)

Traditional Chinese Medicine Concepts and Origins (TCM)
Landmark Anatomy of Equine and Canine - Partial self study required prior to class. Register at least 2 weeks prior to give yourself time to complete the work.
Acupressure Points, Pressure and Manipulation Techniques
Energy Meridian Pathways, Theory and Application Introduction
Yin and Yang Theory
Shiatsu
The Study of Chi
Introduction to Eight Guiding Principles
Introduction to Five Phases of Transformation
Introduction to Five Element Theory
Important AcuPoint Groups
Signs, Signals and Evaluation
Written Exam and Live Practicum on Final Day
3 Take Home Case Studies and 50 Question Take Home Exam
Students will receive their Practitioner Certification once they have sufficiently completed all post class work including electives
2 electives are required. These may be taken at RMSAAM or another school and credit may be given for previously taken courses. Examples: Massage, Essential Oils, Aromatherapy, Reiki, Animal Communication, Flower Therapy, Nutrition, T-Touch, HTA, etc.
This class takes place at an equine facility. Work will take place on horses and dogs.

Level 2 (6.5 Days on-site) Pre and post course work required, allow four weeks. (140 hour program.) (16.25 CACVT supportive category CE's)

Study of Five Element Theory and Application to Large and Small Animals
Patterns of Disharmony
Energy Meridian Pathways - In Depth
Specific Conditions, Equine and Canine
Study of Groups of Powerful Points and Application to Large and Small Animals
Picking Points for Treatment
Fives Phases of Transformation, Application
Eight Guiding Principles, Application
Point Locations and Energetics
Introduction to Tongue Analysis, Pulse Diagnosis, Oils and Flower Therapy
Written Exam and Live Practicum on Final Day
4 Take Home Case Studies
Students will receive their Practitioner Certification once they have sufficiently completed all post class work including electives
2 electives are required. These may be taken at RMSAAM or another school and credit may be given for previously taken courses. Examples: Massage, Essential Oils, Aromatherapy, Reiki, Animal Communication, Flower Therapy, Nutrition, T-Touch, HTA, etc.
This class takes place at an equine facility. Work will take place on horses and dogs.

Tuition for Level 1: $1,519.00 or $2,886.00 for both levels.

Tuition for Level 2: $1,519.00 or $2,886.00 for both levels.

Approximate cost of books needed: Level 1: $235.00 / Level 2: $180.00. This is an estimate. You will be sent a list of books to buy independently.

MASTER ANIMAL ACUPRESSURE AND MASSAGE THERAPIST CERTIFICATION PROGRAM (MAAMT). Please call the school to discuss applying for this program.

Students are accepted on a case by case basis. AAMT graduates only.
50 hour independent internship with a RMSAAM Master Animal Massage Practitioner, Animal Shelter, Veterinary Clinic, Rehablilitation Clinic or other. This is decided on an individual basis.
50 hours of independent case study work
50 hours of assistant teaching in the RMSAAM setting
Your mentor will be assigned to you upon your acceptance. This mentor will help guide you through the program. You will be expected to keep three notebooks legibly detailing your shadowing, case studies and assistant teaching experiences, dates and times. This notebook will be handed in to your mentor upon completion of internship hours.

Tuition: $600.00

Electives

Private Hands-On Practice Time - you may add these to your program if you would like additional hands-on instruction. Student's choice of topic. Time and day of week determined on an individual basis. This fee may also be shared by up to three students for a semi-private class.

Aromatherapy and Essential Oils for Animals. Application, contraindications, specific conditions and more. Approx. 11:30 - 5:30pm (5 CACVT supportive CE hours.)

Total: $125.00 for the day. (Essential 7 Oils Kit required for correspondence. See Store for pricing.)

Reiki Animal Practitioner Certification (Levels 1, 2 and Animal Practitioner) (5.5 CACVT supportive CE hours.)

Total: $430 plus materials. You must buy "Animal Reiki" by Elizabeth Fulton and Kathleen Prasad. $11.00 on Amazon for this course.

Please specify on-site date in notes. See Calendar Page for dates. 9:00am-6:00pm each day for 2 days.

Canine and Equine CPR and First Aid Certification through RMSAAM. 9am-5pm. Learn disaster preparedeness, first aid for both dog and horse and canine CPR. A must for all animal practitioners and owners. You will receive a wallet card certificate for this course. See PDF1, 2, 3, 4 for further information.

Total: $155 plus materials. You must buy two books for this class; Storey's Barn Guide to Horse Health Care and 1st Aid and Red Cross Canine 1st Aid. Please specify on-site date in notes. See Calendar Page . 9:00am-5:00pm for 1 day.

Colic Workshop, two hour workshop usually 10am-12pm. Be prepared for this life threatening emergency before it strikes. Learn holistic, preventative measures and what to do while the vet is on the way to increase your horse's chance for survival.

Total: $40 including materials. Please specify on-site date in notes. See Calendar Page for dates. 10:00am-12:00pm.

Animal Communication Levels 1 and 2 with Anna Twinney - Click here for information on Anna Twinney. (5.5 CACVT supportive CE hours.)

Total: $155 per level/day including materials. Please specify on-site date in notes. See Calendar Page for dates. 10:00am-5:00pm

Creating A Ceremony For Animals with Frances Cleveland - Click here to register directly with Frogworks and be sure to write RMSAAM in the notes. To read a description of the class click here.

Total: $40.00 including materials. See Calendar Page for dates. 6:00-9:00 pm.