Massage & Bodywork

July/August 2012

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NEWS NOTES Leadership Summit Addresses Profession's Challenges Seven of the massage therapy profession's organizations gathered for a second "Leadership Summit" in May to address issues of concern facing the profession, including portability, consistency of practice standards, entry-level education, continuing education, discipline and licensure as it relates to safety and public protection, and certifi cation. Represented were the Alliance for Massage Therapy Education (AFMTE), American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA), Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals (ABMP), Commission on Massage Therapy Accreditation (COMTA), Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards (FSMTB), Massage Therapy Foundation (MTF), and the National Certifi cation Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB). Among other topics, participants continued discussion of the Entry-Level Analysis Project (ELAP), addressing how work should progress moving forward. According to group members, ELAP has the potential to provide answers to important education questions facing the profession, including: What are core educational components? How do we encourage the portability of credentials? How do we achieve greater consistency in core massage education? Group members said a key component to the success of the project will be broad input from the massage profession, including a survey scheduled for mid-summer release. Steamy Wonder Spa™ Offer your clients the best portable steam sauna available! The Super 7 Organic Treatments Increase your array of services while your clients enjoy the benefits. Weight Loss & Cellulite Sore Joint & Muscle Relaxing Royal Lavendar Shipping! FREE Pain Relief Weight Loss Detoxification Special Introductory offer and Free DVD CALL NOW! Enhances Sports Massage Lymphatic Drainage Cellulite Management Ayurvedic Garshana Purification & Maximum Detox Tropical Cool Down Blissful Rose Call Toll Free: 800-417-6789 or Visit The Website: www.steamywonder.com 18 massage & bodywork july/august 2012

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