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Granite City, IL – April 20 – 21, 2023 – Certified Infant Massage Instructor Training CIMIĀ® – Lynn Barts

April 20 @ 8:00 am - April 21 @ 5:00 pm PDT

$720.00

CLASS SUMMARY:

Participants through detailed instruction are trained to teach parents/primary caregivers The Loving Touch® Method© of massage with their newborns and children through a demonstration approach using a doll. This is a parent delivered activity. The goal is to empower parents/caregivers to have hands-on contact with their children to improve the parent/child connection. Our certification training is presented through PowerPoints/Keynotes, lecture, audio-visual aids, shared discussions, and hands-on learning with dolls. If possible, there will be an in-person demonstration lab/or Zoom with parents and their newborns each day of the training for more in-depth learning. The Post-Practicum portion follows the training to conclude certification. Participants completing the Post-Practicum which includes: Take home Open-Book exam, parent instructional practicum with observational write-ups and successfully passing will achieve their Certified Infant Massage Instructor (CIMI®) Certificate. Participants have a 2 month window to complete the program. Extensions may be granted on an individual request.

Graduates become a part of the International Registry of CIMI’s through International Loving Touch Foundation, Inc.Ā Ā Read more about Becoming a CIMIĀ®. Information on continuing educationĀ (see CE HOUR Accreditation information)

Who Can Attend:Ā  The CIMIĀ® Certified Infant Massage Instructor program is anĀ evidence-based program (discipline:Ā prevention) designed for Nurses, Lactation Consultants, Speech Language, Early Intervention Specialists, Occupational & Physical Therapists, Massage Therapists, Developmental Specialists, Parent Educators, Child Life Specialists, Social Workers, Home-base visitors and healthcare professionals who work with infants and children. Other interested individuals should contact us directly.

Trainer:

Lynn Barts, MA, CIMIĀ®, ILTF Trainer

(314) 313-5970 info@iteachbabymassage.com

Times:

  • April 20, 2023, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • AprilĀ  21, 2023, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Lunch break 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM

Included Readings & Supplies with paid fees:

  • Instructor Training Manual, handouts and oil.
  • Touch — by Tiffany Field
  • Baby Massage: Calming Power of Touch — by Heath and Bainbridge
  • Brain-Based Parenting — Hughes & Baylin
  • Modalities of Massage – Elaine Stillerman, Chapter Six: Infant Pediatric Massage by Diana MooreĀ  (available only through Loving Touch)
  • Demonstration Doll: LaBaby Doll by JC Toys. 20ā€ Soft Body with vinyl or non-cloth head, arms, and legs.Ā  Ā (Specify doll choice at check out: Asian, African/American, Caucasian, Hispanic)

Training Fee: $720. Includes all books, supplies & shipping

WHEN APPLYING YOU WILL BE ASKED TO UPLOAD THE FOLLOWING:

1) One recommendation/character reference letter from a health care professional or professional supervisor/peer recommending you to this program.

2) One personal letter explaining why you want to learn and teach the Loving TouchĀ® Parent-Infant Massage Program. (150-200 words)

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Details

Start:
April 20 @ 8:00 am PDT
End:
April 21 @ 5:00 pm PDT
Cost:
$720.00
Event Category:
Website:
www.lovingtouch.com

Organizer

Lynn Barts, MA, CIMIĀ®, Licensed Trainer
Phone:
(314) 313-5970
Email:
info@iteachbabymassage.com
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Venue

Chestnut Health Systems
50 Northgate Industrial Drive
Granite City, IL 62040 United States
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