Canine Massage Online Certification Course

Canine Massage Certification - Canine Myo-manipulative Functional Therapy

Become certified as a Canine Massage Therapist!
(Canine Myo-manipulative Functional Therapist)

This course was developed for those who would like to pursue a career in Canine Massage Therapy. This certification course provides you with all the foundation knowledge, fundamental and advanced massage techniques needed to successfully practice Canine Myo-manipulative Functional Therapy (CMFT).

This course is completely on-line and consists of powerpoints, video presentations and demonstrative videos with homework assignments and quizzes. Our instructors are available for phone calls or virtual meetings at no additional cost!

There are no deadlines to complete this course. Work at your own pace from the convenience of your own home!

*It is recommended that you have a high school diploma or GED before registering for this course. Experience handling dogs and access to a dog or dogs to practice on is required.

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Dr. Angelique Barbara is an excellent instructor who always answers emails promptly and thoroughly. I was very impressed with her level of knowledge, and how well she organized the Canine Myo-manipulative Functional Therapy Course. She cares a lot about her students and our canine companions! I would highly recommend any of her courses"
~Helen Baker, Ontario, Canada

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This course begins by covering all the basics including the history of massage, canine anatomy and physiology, evaluation, massage preparation, and foundation massage techniques. It then expands upon your knowledge and covers massage techniques (Swedish, Myofascial Release, TMJ Release, Shiatsu and Gua Sha) proper stretching techniques, aromatherapy, behavior, handling and safety, first aid for the dog, physical therapies, basic harness fitting, record keeping and professional practice and ethics!

Canine Myo-manipulative Functional Therapy (CMFT) Certification Course

$1,200.00

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You are registering for the Canine Myo-manipulative Functional Therapy Certification Course. This course covers your foundation knowledge such as anatomy, physiology, evaluation and foundation techniques. It then builds upon your foundation knowledge and covers canine handling, behavior, safety, first aid, zoonotic diseases, swedish massage, myofascial release, gua sha massage, TMJ massage, stretches, and several other physical therapy techniques and more.

*Be sure to check your state laws before practicing animal massage or bodywork!

*This registration fee does not include a $25 certification processing fee that is due when you submit your case studies.

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Canine Bodywork Certification Bundle

$2,000.00 $1,800.00

If you are looking to start a career as a Canine Bodyworker, then this bundle is for you! Included in this bundle are our Canine Myo-manipulative Functional Therapy Certification Course (Massage), Canine Kinesiology Taping Certification Course and Canine Craniosacral Therapy Certification Course.

You save $200 by enrolling in the bundle!

There isa total of 3 courses in this bundle.

Remember to check your local laws before practicing animal massage!

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Ultimate Canine Bodywork Certification Bundle

$2,900.00 $2,610.00

If you are looking to start a career as a Canine Bodyworker, then this bundle is for you! Included in this bundle are our Canine Myo-manipulative Functional Therapy Certification Course (Massage), Canine Kinesiology Taping Certification Course, Canine Craniosacral Therapy Certification Course and Animal Neuro-myofascial Release Technique Certification Course (body alignment technique).

You receive 4 courses in this bundle!

You save $290 by enrolling in the bundle!

Remember to check your local laws before practicing animal massage!

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Small Animal Certification Basic Bundle

$2,190.00 $1,971.00

This bundle allows you to enroll in our Canine and Feline Massage Certification Courses with $219 in savings!

The Canine Massage course is our Canine Myo-manipulative Functional Therapy Certification course and the Feline Course is our Feline Bodywork Certification course which includes massage, craniosacral therapy and kinesiology taping.

Be sure to check your local animal massage laws before practicing!

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Ultimate Small Animal Certification Bundle

$3,600.00 $3,240.00

The Ultimate Small Animal Certification Bundle allows you to enroll in our Canine Massage Certification Course (100 hours), Feline Bodywork Certification (100 hours and includes massage, craniosacral therapy and kinesiology taping), Canine Kinesiology Taping Certification Course (10 hours), Canine Craniosacral Therapy Certification (5 hours) and Animal Neuro-myofascial Release Technique-body alignment Certification Course (20 hours).

This bundle includes a total of 5 courses!

Be sure to check your local animal massage laws before practicing.

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Once this course is successfully completed, students are eligible for membership with the International Association of Animal Massage and Bodywork and the International Institute for Complementary Therapists. These organizations provide their members with malpractice insurance options and other resources necessary to guarantee a successful career!

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it possible to learn these techniques online?  Yes, Dr. Barbara has structured her courses to allow all types of learners to be able to assimilate the material and successfully practice the techniques. There are hand's on homework assignments throughout the course where you will have direct feedback by Dr. Barbara or one of our instructors before moving forward.

What exactly will I be certified in and who is the certification by?  You will be certified by Angel's Animals -Holistic Seminars as a Certified Canine Myo-manipulative Functional Therapist. The certification implies that you are proficient in the techniques taught in this course. The certification is not affiliated with any state licensing and the practitioner must check their local laws before practicing.

Do I need access to a dog to take this course?  Yes, you must have at least one dog available to practice the techniques on.

Why do I need experience handling dogs before taking this course? Dogs can bite, especially when they are in pain or scared. While Dr. Barbara goes over safe handling and dog behavior in the course, it is important to have real life experience with dogs to safely practice massage and physical therapy.

Will this course allow me to sit for the NBCAAM board exam? No, since NBCAAM requires in person classroom time and this course is completely online, it will not qualify you to sit for their exam. Completing this course will NOT qualify you to practice animal massage in states that require the NBCAAM exam.

What are the animal massage laws in my state? Since laws are always changing I encourage you to look up your state's laws before practicing. Here is a link of the laws by state.

How do the payment plans work? When you enroll in a payment plan the first payment is made at the time of enrollment and the following payments will automatically be charged to your card every 30 days until the course is paid in full. For example, if you enroll on March 9th, your following payment will be on April 9th and so on. A section of the course is made available to you as each payment is made. Click on this link to view all of our payment plans: https://holistic-animal-studies-by-angels-animals-llc.thinkific.com/