2013 HTT Class Schedule
Intermediate Massage Classes
Canine Massage Theory and Techniques — In the Canine Massage Theory and Techniques Program, Dr. C. Sue Furman presents a comprehensive view of how the touch of massage affects the body, mind and spirit of the dog. The first six dynamic PowerPoint™ presentations (Modules 1-6) stress and clearly teach how the eleven organ systems of the dog's body perceive, respond to, and heal with massage. In Modules 7-12 the groundwork necessary to prepare for a successful massage session is outlined, and the application and appropriate use of more than 30 Swedish massage strokes is described. How each stroke interacts with sensory receptors to encourage relaxation and healing of the dog's body, mind and spirit is discussed. See a brief description of Modules 1 - 12 on our web site: holistictouchtherapy.com
This class is offered in two formats:
Online Class - A video of each massage stroke demonstrates how and where to perform the technique. Sue's book, Balance Your Dog: Canine Massage is provided. $1200
Onsite hands-on 6 day class - Sue's book, Balance Your Dog: Canine Massage and other class materials are provided. $1200
Approved NCBTMB Provider #450515 48 CE
March 11 - 16, 2013
June 3 - 8, 2013
Canine Anatomy — (Modules 1 - 6) covers the material presented in the first half of the Canine Massage Theory and Techniques Program. The online class has six dynamic PowerPoint™ presentations that stress and clearly teach how the eleven organ systems of the dog's body perceive, respond to, and heal with massage.
This class is offered in two formats:
Online Class Modules 1-6 $600
Onsite hands-on 3 day class $600
Approved NCBTMB Provider #450515 24 CE
March 11-13, 2013
June 3 - 5, 2013
Canine Massage Preparation and Techniques — (Modules 7-12) In this class, the six PowerPoint™ presentations (Modules 7-12) explain the groundwork necessary to prepare for a successful massage session, and the application and appropriate use of more than 30 Swedish massage strokes is described. In Modules 7-12 the groundwork necessary to prepare for a successful massage session is outlined, and the application and appropriate use of more than 30 Swedish massage strokes is described. How each stroke interacts with sensory receptors to encourage relaxation and healing of the dog's body, mind and spirit is discussed. In addition, a video of each massage stroke demonstrates how and where to perform the technique.
This class is offered in two formats:
Online Class Modules 7-12 $600
Onsite hands-on 3 day class $600
Approved NCBTMB Provider #450515 24 CE
March 14-16, 2013
June 6 - 8, 2013
Foundation for Canine Massage — Six dynamic PowerPoint™ presentations (Modules 1 - 7) stress and clearly teach how the organ systems of the dog's body perceive, respond to, and heal with massage. As a bonus, a seventh PowerPoint™ presentation explains the groundwork necessary to prepare for a successful massage session.
This class is offered in two formats:
Online Modules 1-7 $600
Approved NCBTMB Provider #450515 28 CE
Onsite hands-on 3 day class $600
Approved NCBTMB Provider #450515 24 CE
March 11 - 13, 2013
June 3 - 5, 2013
Canine Massage Techniques — (Modules 8-12) Module 7 is reviewed to cover the groundwork necessary to prepare for a successful massage session. Five dynamic PowerPoint™ presentations explain the application and appropriate use of more than 30 Swedish massage strokes. These modules also explain how each stroke interacts with sensory receptors to encourage relaxation and healing of the dog's body, mind and spirit. A video of each massage stroke demonstrates how and where to perform the technique.
This class is offered in two formats:
Online $600
Approved NCBTMB Provider #450515 20 CE
Modules 8-12 $500
Onsite hands-on 3 day class $600
Approved NCBTMB Provider #450515 24 CE
March 14-16, 2013
June 6 -8, 2013
Acupressure Classes
Onsite Acupressure Classes Sue Furman presents onsite acupressure classes using a combination of PowerPoint™ lectures and demonstrations of acupoint stimulation, interactive discussions with students and personal critiques of student hands-on mastery of acupressure sessions with animals. Class size is limited. A certificate of completion is awarded.
Online Acupressure Classes Sue presents lively 60 minute PowerPoint™ lectures that make you think you are sitting in a class room with her as you listen to her explain the material. These classes include downloadable handouts, reading assignments, tests that are immediately graded online and a certificate of completion is awarded.
Intermediate Acupressure Classes
Canine Anatomy — (CMTT Modules 1 - 6) covers the material presented in the first half of the Canine Massage Theory and Techniques Program. The online class has six dynamic PowerPoint™ presentations that stress and clearly teach how the organ systems of the dog's body perceive and respond to touch. Acupoint stimulation is a type of touch or massage. The goal of acupressure is to restore and maintain health and balance in the eleven organ systems of the body thus it is imperative to understand their anatomy and physiology.
This class is offered in two formats:
Online Class Modules 1-6 $600
Onsite hands-on 3 day class $600
Approved NCBTMB Provider #450515 24 CE
March 11-13, 2013
June 3 - 5, 2013
Canine Acupressure — In the Canine Acupressure Theory and Techniques Program, Dr. C. Sue Furman presents a comprehensive view of how the stimulation of acupoints affects the body, mind and spirit of the dog. The class material covers the fundamentals of the TMC foundation of acupressure, the anatomy and classification of acupoints, the meridian system, location of key acupoints on each of the 12 major meridians, hands-on training in canine acupressure for some common problems, and setting up an acupressure session.
Onsite hands on 6 day class
Approved NCBTMB Provider #450515 48 CE
July 15-20, 2013
Pet Tech Classes
Knowing Your Pet's Health from Snout-To-Tail is a two hour class that teaches a systematic and deliberate method for evaluating and knowing the current status of your pet's health by looking at the entire body for any irregularities (lumps, bumps, swelling, rashes, secretions). If you know what is "normal" for your pet, you can easily recognize what is "not normal".
Onsite hands on 2 hour class $10
February 2, 2013 9:00am - 12:00pm
Kaskaskia College Community Education Course at Salem Center Salem, IL 62881
call Kaskaskia College 618-545-3425 to register
PetSaver™ Class — The PetSaver™ Program is an eight hour course designed for pet owners as well as Pet Care Professionals. It covers a number of valuable first aid skills and information including how to perform pet CPR to help keep pets happy and healthy. Additionally, the class includes the PetSaver™ handbook, and upon successful completion each participant receives a certificate.
The PetSaver™ Program includes all of the following:
| Pet CPR & First Aid | Handbook |
| Caring For Your Senior Pet-izen™ | Certificate |
| Dental Care For Your Pets | Starter First Aid Kit with Muzzle for Safety |
According to the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) 1-out-of-4 more pets would survive, if just one pet first aid technique was applied prior to getting emergency veterinary care. WE TEACH OVER 50 SKILLS TO HELP SAVE YOUR PET!
Onsite hands on 1 day class $129
February 23, 2013
April 6, 2013
May 4, 2013
June 22, 2013
July 27, 2013
August 10, 2013
September 14, 2013
October 12, 2013