500-Hour Acupressure Therapist Program

Our Acupressure Therapist program is designed for students who have the goal of practicing Acupressure as a Certified Massage Therapist. Our program provides comprehensive training in Acupressure, along with the subject matter needed to meet the California Massage Therapy Council (CAMTC) requirements for Certification as a Certified Massage Therapist, the highest level of certification California recognizes. Students learn to work in depth with Acupressure tool, techniques and theories (points, meridians, five element theory, etc.) and multiple Asian Bodywork modalities. Program includes training in Anatomy, Physiology, Health, Hygiene, Contraindications, Business Practice and Ethics. A 2 year enrollment period allows Free Clinical Practice Sessions, Free Class Reviews, along with two 1 hour Consultations and a 1 hour Evaluation with an AI Instructor of your choice.


500-Hour Acupressure Therapist Program Requirements
Required Classes Hours
Fundamentals of Acupressure 12
Basic Acupressure 15
Intermediate Acupressure 15
Advanced Acupressure 15
Anatomy & Physiology 18
Business Practice & Ethics 4
3 Basic Electives 36
Health, Hygiene, & Contraindications 6
Ethics & Energetics 6
Physiology 8
7 Professional Specialization Classes 84*
5 Practical Anatomy, Histology, and/or Neuromuscular Technique Classes 75
6 Advanced Classes 72*
2 ABT Core Classes 30
1 Apprenticeship Training Class 12
9 Energy Enhancement Classes (weekly) 9
Additional Requirements
6 Documented Clinical Practice Sessions 12
Clinical Case Studies/Assignments 38
Mid-Program Evaluation/Consultation 1
Clinical Specialization Project 30
Project Consultation 1
Final Evaluation 1
Total Hours 500*
*Minimum

Program Fees
$7,400
$75
$175
Total Course Fees $7,650
$22.50
*Receive a $250 discount if paid in full in advance.

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