Continuing Education For Massage Therapists
The Wisconsin School of Massage Therapy (WSMT) offers continuing education classes for licensed professional massage therapists seeking to maintain their Wisconsin massage therapy license. Our courses, held at our Germantown facility, are in-person, hands-on and approved by the state for licensing requirements. While geared towards practicing therapists, massage therapy students and professionals from allied health fields are also welcome to attend. Please note, no photography or videography is permitted during our continuing education classes. We charge a $20 fee for reissuing certificates or receipts.
Group Classes for Continuing Education
Ongoing
If you have a group interested in continuing education, WSMT can customize a class to meet your specific needs. Simply give us a call to arrange the details. We require a minimum of 6 participants, with payment due within 7 days of scheduling the class.
Continuing Education Opportunities
You will learn a general lymphatic massage designed for clients who want to relax while supporting their immune system. This gentle technique facilitates flow in the body’s superficial lymphatic structures. (Note: This class does not give you medical training in manual lymphedema management techniques for post-surgical or other medical conditions.)
Apply TodayCupping is an ancient healing technique and now used in Massage Therapy to aid with reducing muscle tension and pain, increasing fluid movements, and possibly increasing ROM. In this class, you will learn how to apply cupping and how cupping can benefit your clients. Practice with different sizes and types of cups including silicone, plastic, glass, manual, and suction. You will receive cups to take home and start practicing right away!
Apply TodayLearn how to utilize tools to scrape the skin in Gua Sha class. This ancient form of Traditional Chinese Medicine is used to move energy (qi) in the body to reduce tension. This improves blood and fluid movement to the local area and can also reduce connective tissue adhesions or scar tissue, thus reducing pain. You will go home with a Gua Sha tool as well. Sign up today by filling out the registration form below! Space is limited.
Apply TodayLearn this style of bodywork which maps organs of the body on the feet. Reflexology is applied to the feet using thumb and finger techniques, but the entire body will benefit. No materials included. *Please note that more hours of coursework & training is necessary to become a Reflexologist.*
Apply TodayCome explore this modality of techniques aimed at improving the function of the fascia. Review the structure and function of this system. Learn and practice or refine your techniques to help free up tissue that should move, glide, and slide. This work can be incorporated into every massage whether you are warming up tissue before your relaxation massages or as part of addressing problem areas with therapeutic work. No materials included.
Apply TodayAbout Our Continuing Education Classes
WSMT’s massage therapy continuing education classes are designed to provide practical massage skills ready for immediate application in clinical practice. Classes typically run one day (4–8 hours) and focus on skill-based instruction.
Course offerings may include specialized techniques such as cupping, lymphatic drainage and other advanced massage therapy modalities. All classes are taught in person for hands-on practice, instructor feedback and a collaborative learning environment. Continuing education credits (CEUs) are awarded upon successful completion.
Wisconsin Massage Therapy Continuing Education Requirements
Licensed massage therapists in Wisconsin are required to complete 24 hours of continuing education for license renewal, including 2 hours of ethics, in accordance with state regulations. Massage therapy licenses in Wisconsin must be renewed every other year.
WSMT’s continuing education courses are approved to meet Wisconsin CEU requirements and are structured to help therapists stay compliant while expanding their professional skills. For current state requirements, visit the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services.
