Course Content

Practical infant massage techniques The Permission Sequence Safe positioning for baby massage Points to remember prior to massage Stroke review Infant exercises for lymphatic drainage and flexibility Touch relaxation	Formal theory IMIS Methodology Benefits of baby massage Basic daily cycle of an infant and appropriate timing for massage Appropriate oils to use on infants and children Stress signals during massage Colic Contraindications	Altering techniques for special circumstances Massage for wind, colic and constipation Massage for reflux (silent and vomiting) Massage for children with special needs Touch therapy for pre-term infants
Respecting children as people Bonding Spoiling and crying Listening to the infant during massage	Considering the parents The importance of parent relaxation Post-natal depression Post-natal psychosis	How to utilise your qualification Running parent classes and introductions Marketing parent classes Preparation from step 1 Class strategies Paperwork and record keeping
Awareness and adaptations Newborn reflexes Developmental milestones Massage for the older child	Technicalities The child protection act Customer Service Insurance recommendations Correct terminology for teaching and promotion Recommended fee structure

Certified Instructors earn from $75 - $435 per hour for private appointments and classes.

Paediatric Massage Consultants earn up to $350 for a one hour presentation for a professional group.

Training can be completed via attendance at a group training or via a thorough correspondence study option.

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We offer two certificate qualifications for you to choose from.

We accept MasterCard, Visa, money order, internet transfer, Commonwealth Bank branch cash deposit, or cheque.

We have group training locations throughout Australia, in NSW, VIC, QLD, SA and WA.

IMIS offers ongoing to support to instructors and consultants once they are working and utilising their infant massage qualification.

We could not be prouder of the team of trainers we have on board to work with our students

Obtain a qualification that is recognised both within Australia and overseas