Programs, Classes and Payment Information
- Animal Massage Therapist, ETMT, ESMT, CTMT, CSMT, AEMT, ACMT
- Animal Acupressure Therapist, AAT (What is Acupressure?)
- Advanced Animal Acupressure and Massage Therapist, AAAMT
- Master Animal Acupressure and Massage Therapist, MAAMT
ETMT, ESMT, AEMT and CTMT, CSMT, SCMT/AEMT- These programs are Animal Massage Therapist Options. They provide the student with the foundation, training and confidence to begin a career as an animal massage practitioner. These programs have three (Level 3 is beginning in 2010) levels of expertise. They will begin to prepare you for our advanced program of study (MAAMT) if that is your interest.
AAT - This is our Animal Acupressure Therapist Program. This program is the study of Traditional Chinese Medicine and is an excellent stand alone program or as an addition to any of our massage programs. This program has two levels of expertise.
AAAMT - This certificate, Advanced Animal Acupressure and Massage Therapist, is achieved by earning an on-site Level 3 Massage certificate in addition to earning an Acupressure Level 2 certificate.
MAAMT - This advanced level program is for those seeking a Master Animal Acupressure and Massage Therapist Certificate. This program is available to select graduates who have already achieved AAAMT status. This program of study is developed on an individual basis with prospective students who express interest. Requirements will include a 50 hour independent internship, 50 hours of independent case study work and 50 hours of assistant teaching at RMSAAM. This is a mentoring program and you are assigned a mentor for the duration. (150 hours)
Acceptable Payment Methods: Cash, Check, Money Order, Visa, Mastercard, Discover or American Express. A 3% convenience fee will be charged to your card when the balance is paid by credit card. This does not apply to the $500.00 registration fee if paid by credit card. To avoid the cc processing fee please pay your balance by cash, check or money order so that it is received by RMSAAM at least 2 weeks in advance of your start date. You registration fee is part of the over-all tuition fee, not an addition to it. All tuition amounts also include a non-refundable materials fee. These are outlined in the Enrollment Agreement that you will sign prior to finalizing your registration.
Class audits are allowed only upon approval by the School. An executed Audit Agreement must be received by the school at least 3 weeks in advance of the visit. Class audits and Audit Agreements can be requested at 303-660-9390.
REGISTER HERE FOR ANY PROGRAM YOU SEE BELOW. THIS BUTTON ALLOWS YOU TO PAY ONLY THE $500 REGISTRATION FEE. (There is no credit card fee for paying the registration fee by credit card and the registration fee is deducted from your total tuition cost.) YOUR WELCOME PACKET WILL BE SENT TO YOU ONCE WE HAVE RECEIVED YOUR REGISTRATION FEE AND SIGNED ENROLLMENT AGREEMENT.
All tuition amounts include a non-refundable materials fee. These are outlined in the Enrollment Agreement.
On-Site Certificate Programs
EQUINE MASSAGE PROGRAM
- LEVEL 1, THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE THERAPIST (ETMT)
- LEVEL 2, SPORTS MASSAGE THERAPIST CERTIFICATIONS (ESMT)
- LEVEL 3, ADVANCED MASSAGE TECHNIQUES (AEMT)
5 Days on-site per program. Pre course work required for Level 1, allow three weeks.
(NCBTMB CE candidate information - L1: 35 live seminar hours and 72 home study cognitive hours, L2: 35 live seminar hours and 122 home study cognitive hours, L3: 35 live seminar hours and 72 home study cognitive hours.) CACVT CE candidate information - 25.5 CACVT supportive category CE's.
Equine Massage Level 1
- Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology
- Pre-Massage Considerations
- Strokes and Techniques of Maintenance and Therapeutic Massage
- Post Massage Considerations for Horses and Horse Owners
- Specific Medical Conditions
- Building and Marketing Your Practice. Includes Confidentiality, , Developing and Maintaining Records, Preparing Case Histories, Developing Case Studies, Marketing Strategies and Insurance.
- Pathologies - Gait Observation and its Relation to Muscle Imbalances and Abnormalities. Common Equine Diseases. Discuss Medications, Nutrition, and Treatments both Holistic and Modern.
- Horse Handling - Behavior, Communication, Intention and Barn Safety.
- Introduction to Acupressure, Essential Oils, and Nutrition.
- *Field Trip to Kaeru Studio with Essential Oils and Aromatherapy Lecture with Frances Cleveland. *Dependent on Guest Speaker Availability (CO only)
Equine Massage Level 2
- In Depth Equine Anatomy and Organ Systems. Introduction to Kinesiology.
- Pre-Massage Considerations with Athletes
- Strokes and Techniques of Sports Massage
- Cranial Massage
- Pressure Point Massage
- Post Massage Considerations Specific to Athletes
- Specific Conditions relating to Athletes
- Building Your Practice in the Sports Industry
- Pathologies Relating to Athletes
- *Special Guest Lecture on Saddle Fitting or other Topics. *Dependent on Guest Speaker Availability. (CO only)
- Field trip to a Dressage Facility upon availability. (CO only)
Equine Massage Level 3
- Focus is on the Senior Horse
- Pre-Massage Considerations and Contraindications with Seniors
- Strokes and Techniques of Senior Massage
- Palliative Care
- Lymphatic Massage
- Massage for the Nervous System
- Post Massage Considerations Specific to Senior Horses
- Specific Conditions relating to Seniors
- Introduction to Reiki, Color healing, Sound Healing, End of Life Decisions, Plants and Essential Oils, etc.
- Pathologies Relating to Seniors
- *Special Guest Lecture on conducting a Peaceful Passing Ceremony. *Dependent on Guest Speaker Availability. (CO only)
Tuition and Discounts: $1,260.00 Level 1, $1,349.00 Level 2, $1,419.00 Level 3. DISCOUNT PRICING FOR MULTIPLE LEVELS: Levels 1 and 2 together $$2,349.00, Levels 2 and 3 together $2,492.00 All three Levels together $3,626.00 - These are a significant savings for students registering for more then one level at a time. All tuition amounts include a non-refundable materials fee. These are outlined in the Enrollment Agreement that you will sign prior to registration.
We strongly encourage all programs for well-roundedness in your practice as most veterinarians like to see at least 100 hours in training.
Additional cost of books for Sports Massage Program: $45.00 . You will be sent a list of books to buy independently or you may buy them in our Store.
CANINE MASSAGE PROGRAM
- LEVEL 1, THERAPEUTIC AND MAINTENENANCE MASSAGE THERAPIST (CTMT)
- LEVEL 2, SPORTS MASSAGE THERAPIST (CSMT)
- LEVEL 3, SENIOR MASSAGE SPECIALIST (SCMT)
4 Days on-site per class. Pre course work required for all classes, allow three weeks.
(NCBTMB CE candidate information - L1: 28 live seminar hours and 72 home study cognitive hours, L2: 28 live seminar hours and 122 home study cognitive hours. L3: 28 live seminar hours and 72 home study hours.) CACVT CE candidate information - 18 CACVT supportive category CE's per program
Canine Massage Level 1
- Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology
- Pre-Massage Considerations
- Strokes and Techniques of Maintenance and Therapeutic Massage
- Post Massage Considerations for Companion Animals and their Guardians
- Specific Conditions relating to Companion Animals
- Building and Marketing Your Practice. Includes Confidentiality, Ethics, Developing and Maintaining Records, Preparing Case Histories, Developing Case Studies, Marketing Strategies and Insurance.
- Pathologies - Gait Observation and its Relation to Muscle Imbalances and Abnormalities. Common Canine Diseases. Discuss Medications, Nutrition, and Treatments both Holistic and Modern.
- Animal Handling - Behavior, Communication, Intention and Pack Psychology.
- Introduction to Acupressure, Essential Oils, and Nutrition.
- *Field Trip to Kaeru Studio with Essential Oils and Aromatherapy Lecture with Frances Cleveland. *Dependent on Guest Speaker Availability (CO only)
- Following your pre-course work, 3.5 days of intensive training and daily hands-on massage work, you will be prepared to perform a live practicum on a dog and take a written final exam in order to receive your Certificate of Completion.
- Following the program you will perform, by correspondence, three independent case studies over a period of six weeks. Once you have satisfactorily submitted your completed case studies you will be awarded your Certificate.
Canine Massage Level 2
- In Depth Canine Anatomy and Organ Systems. Introduction to Kinesiology.
- Pre-Massage Considerations with Athletes
- Strokes and Techniques of Sports Massage
- Cranial Massage
- Pressure Point Massage
- Post Massage Considerations Specific to Athletes
- Specific Conditions relating to Athletes
- Building Your Practice in the Sports Industry
- Pathologies Relating to Athletes
- *Special Guest Lecture on Flower Essences. You will Learn to Make Your Own Essences and Take One Home. *Dependent on Guest Speaker Availability. (CO only)
- Field Trip to Canine Rehabilitation Center (CO only)
- Following your pre-course work, 3.5 days of intensive training and daily hands-on massage work, you will be prepared to perform a live practicum on a dog and take a written final exam in order to receive your Certificate of Completion.
- Following the program you will perform, by correspondence, three independent case studies over a period of six weeks. Once you have satisfactorily submitted your completed case studies you will be awarded your Certificate.
Canine Massage Level 3
- Specific Massage Techniques that Facilitate Healing / Geriatric and Quality of Life Focus
- Grief Counseling, End of Life Issues and Quality of Life Issues
- Common Conditions and Injuries of Geriatric Dogs, their Pathology and the Accepted Protocols Currently Used in Veterinary Medicine for Treatment.
- Specific Massage Techniques that Assist the Immune System, Help Reduce Pain and Inflammation and Maintain Range of Motion.
- Manual Lymphatic Drainage
- Energy Work
- Massage for Inflammatory Conditions
- Circulatory Massage
- Palliative Massage
- Euthanasia Ceremonies – Introduction to Specific to Oils, Herbs, and use of Color
- Sound Therapy
- Pain Evaluation
- Anatomy Focus on Lymph System, Joints and Nerve Supply
- Field Trip and Special Guest Lecture based on Availability. Topics Will Vary.
- Following your pre-course work, 3.5 days of intensive training and daily hands-on massage work, you will be prepared to perform a live practicum on a dog and take a written final exam in order to receive your Certificate of Completion.
- Following the program you will perform, by correspondence, four independent case studies over a period of six weeks. Once you have satisfactorily submitted your completed case studies you will be awarded your Certificate.
Tuition and Discounts: Level 1: $1,150.00, Level 2: $1,300.00, Level 3: $1,400.00. Register for Levels 1 and 2 together: $2,205.00, Levels 2 and 3 together: $2,430.00, Register for all three levels together: $3,465.00. - These are a significant savings for students registering for more then one level at a time. All tuition amounts include a non-refundable materials fee. These are outlined in the Enrollment Agreement that you will sign prior to registration.
We strongly encourage at least two programs for well-roundedness in your practice as most veterinarians like to see at least 100 hours in training.
Additional cost of books for Level 2 Program: $45.00, Level 3: $30.00. You will be sent a list of books to buy independently or you can find them in our Store.
LARGE AND SMALL ANIMAL ACUPRESSURE PROGRAMS (What is Acupressure?)
- LARGE AND SMALL ANIMAL ACUPRESSURE THERAPIST (AAT) LEVEL 1
- LARGE AND SMALL ANIMAL ACUPRESSURE THERAPIST (AAT) LEVEL 2
- SMALL ANIMAL ACUPRESSURE THERAPIST (AAT) LEVEL 1
- SMALL ANIMAL ACUPRESSURE THERAPIST (AAT) LEVEL 1
Large and Small Animal
Level 1 (7 Days on-site) Pre and post course work required, allow four weeks prior.
(NCBTMB CE candidate information - 46 live seminar hours and 276 home study cognitive hours)
(CACVT CE candidate information - 16.25 CACVT supportive category CE's)
- Traditional Chinese Medicine Concepts and Origins (TCM)
- Landmark Anatomy of Equine and Canine - Partial self study required prior to class. Register at least 2 weeks prior to give yourself time to complete the work.
- Acupressure Points, Pressure and Manipulation Techniques
- Energy Meridian Pathways, Theory and Application Introduction
- Yin and Yang Theory
- Shiatsu
- The Study of Chi
- Introduction to Eight Guiding Principles
- Introduction to Five Phases of Transformation
- Introduction to Five Element Theory
- Important AcuPoint Groups
- Signs, Signals and Evaluation
- Written Exam and Live Practicum on Final Day
- 3 Take Home Case Studies
- Students will receive their Practitioner Certification once they have sufficiently completed all post class work including electives
- 2 electives are required. These may be taken at RMSAAM or another school and credit may be given for previously taken courses. Examples: Massage, Essential Oils, Aromatherapy, Reiki, Animal Communication, Flower Therapy, Nutrition, T-Touch, HTA, etc.
- This class takes place at an equine facility. Work will take place on horses and dogs.
Level 2 (7 Days on-site) Pre and post course work required, allow four weeks prior.
(NCBTMB CE candidate information - 46 live seminar hours and 34 home study cognitive hours)
(CACVT CE candidate information - 16.25 CACVT supportive category CE's)
- Study of Five Element Theory and Application to Large and Small Animals
- Patterns of Disharmony
- Energy Meridian Pathways - In Depth
- Specific Conditions, Equine and Canine
- Study of Groups of Powerful Points and Application to Large and Small Animals
- Picking Points for Treatment
- Fives Phases of Transformation, Application
- Eight Guiding Principles, Application
- Point Locations and Energetics
- Introduction to Tongue Analysis, Pulse Diagnosis, Oils and Flower Therapy
- Written Exam and Live Practicum on Final Day
- 4 Take Home Case Studies
- Students will receive their Practitioner Certification once they have sufficiently completed all post class work including electives
- 2 electives are required. These may be taken at RMSAAM or another school and credit may be given for previously taken courses. Examples: Massage, Essential Oils, Aromatherapy, Reiki, Animal Communication, Flower Therapy, Nutrition, T-Touch, HTA, etc.
- This class takes place at an equine facility. Work will take place on horses and dogs.
SMALL ANIMAL
Level 1 (5 Days on-site) Pre and post course work required, allow four weeks prior.
(NCBTMB CE candidate information - 35 live seminar hours and 145 home study cognitive hours)
(CACVT CE candidate information - 16.25 CACVT supportive category CE's)
- Traditional Chinese Medicine Concepts and Origins (TCM)
- Landmark Anatomy of Canine - Partial self study required prior to class. Register at least 2 weeks prior to give yourself time to complete the work.
- Acupressure Points, Pressure and Manipulation Techniques
- Energy Meridian Pathways, Theory and Application Introduction
- Yin and Yang Theory
- Shiatsu
- The Study of Chi
- Introduction to Eight Guiding Principles
- Introduction to Five Phases of Transformation
- Introduction to Five Element Theory
- Important AcuPoint Groups
- Signs, Signals and Evaluation
- Written Exam and Live Practicum on Final Day
- 3 Take Home Case Studies
- Students will receive their Practitioner Certification once they have sufficiently completed all post class work including electives
- 2 electives are required. These may be taken at RMSAAM or another school and credit may be given for previously taken courses. Examples: Massage, Essential Oils, Aromatherapy, Reiki, Animal Communication, Flower Therapy, Nutrition, T-Touch, HTA, etc.
- All work will take place on dogs.
Level 2 (5 Days on-site) Pre and post course work required, allow four weeks.
(NCBTMB CE candidate information - 35 live seminar hours and 35 home study cognitive hours)
(CACVT CE candidate information - 16.25 CACVT supportive category CE's)
- Study of Five Element Theory and Application to Small Animals
- Patterns of Disharmony
- Energy Meridian Pathways - In Depth
- Specific Conditions, Canine
- Study of Groups of Powerful Points and Application to Small Animals
- Picking Points for Treatment
- Fives Phases of Transformation, Application
- Eight Guiding Principles, Application
- Point Locations and Energetics
- Introduction to Tongue Analysis, Pulse Diagnosis, Oils and Flower Therapy
- Written Exam and Live Practicum on Final Day
- 4 Take Home Case Studies
- Students will receive their Practitioner Certification once they have sufficiently completed all post class work including electives
- 2 electives are required. These may be taken at RMSAAM or another school and credit may be given for previously taken courses. Examples: Massage, Essential Oils, Aromatherapy, Reiki, Animal Communication, Flower Therapy, Nutrition, T-Touch, HTA, etc.
- Work will take place on dogs.
Tuition and Discounts:
Large and Small Animal Acupressure: $1,519.00 per level or $2,886.00 for both levels when registering at the same time. - - These are a significant savings for students registering for more then one level at a time. All tuition amounts include a non-refundable materials fee. These are outlined in the Enrollment Agreement that you will sign prior to registration.
Small Animal Acupressure: $1,200.00 per level or $2,280.00 for both levels when registering at the same time.
Approximate cost of books needed: Level 1: $235.00 / Level 2: $180.00. ( A little less for Small Animal Track.) This is an estimate. You will be sent a list of books to buy independently.
MASTER ANIMAL ACUPRESSURE AND MASSAGE THERAPIST CERTIFICATION PROGRAM (MAAMT). Please call the school to discuss applying for this program.
(NCBTMB CE candidate information - 100 live seminar hours and 50 home study cognitive hours)
- Students are accepted on a case by case basis. AAMT graduates only.
- 50 hour independent internship with a RMSAAM Master Animal Massage Practitioner, Animal Shelter, Veterinary Clinic, Rehablilitation Clinic or other. This is decided on an individual basis.
- 50 hours of independent case study work
- 50 hours of assistant teaching in the RMSAAM setting
- Your mentor will be assigned to you upon your acceptance. This mentor will help guide you through the program. You will be expected to keep three notebooks legibly detailing your shadowing, case studies and assistant teaching experiences, dates and times. This notebook will be handed in to your mentor upon completion of internship hours.
Tuition: $600.00 All tuition amounts include a non-refundable materials fee. These are outlined in the Enrollment Agreement that you will sign prior to registration.
Electives
Private Hands-On Practice Time - you may add these to your program if you would like additional hands-on instruction. Student's choice of topic. Time and day of week determined on an individual basis. This fee may also be shared by up to three students for a semi-private class.
Aromatherapy and Essential Oils for Animals. Application, contraindications, specific conditions and more. See Calendar for dates and times.
(NCBTMB CE candidate information - 6 live seminar hours for the onsite class or 20 home study cognitive hours for the correspondence course)
(CACVT CE candidate information - 5 CACVT supportive category CE's)
Total: $125.00 for the day. (Oils Kit required for correspondence. See Store for pricing.)
CONTACT US DIRECTLY TO ENROLL AT LEAST 2 WEEKS PRIOR TO CLASS.
Animal Reiki Practitioner Certification (Animal Reiki Practitioner) (Usui System)
(NCBTMB CE candidate information - 10 live seminar hours)
(CACVT CE candidate information - 5 CACVT supportive category CE's)
Total: $299.00 for both days
Please specify on-site date in notes. Click here to read more about this class. See Calendar for dates. Class takes place from 10am-3pm each day.
PetTech™ CPR, First Aid and Animal Care Training Certification through RMSAAM. 9am-5pm. Click here for a Full Course Description.
(NCBTMB CE candidate information - 7 live seminar hours)
Total: $125 including materials. Please specify on-site date in notes. 8:00am-5:00pm for 1 day. See Calendar for dates.
Colic Workshop, two hour workshop usually 10am-12pm. Be prepared for this life threatening emergency before it strikes. Learn holistic, preventative measures and what to do while the vet is on the way to increase your horse's chance for survival.
(NCBTMB CE candidate information - 4 live seminar hours)
Total: $40 including materials. Please specify on-site date in notes. See Calendar Page for dates and times.
THIS CLASS IS NOT BEING OFFERED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.
Animal Communication Levels 1 and 2 with Anna Twinney - Click here for information on Anna Twinney. Each level is a pre-requisite to the next.
Level 1: Communicating with Living Animals.
Level 2: Distance Communication.
(NCBTMB CE candidate information - 14 live seminar hours)
(CACVT CE candidate information - 5.5 CACVT supportive category CE's)
Total: $165 per day/level or $330 for the two days including materials. Please specify on-site date in notes. See Calendar Page for dates and times.
Creating A Ceremony For Animals with Frances Cleveland. To read a description of the class click here. CONTACT US DIRECTLY TO ENROLL AT LEAST 2 WEEKS PRIOR TO CLASS.
Total: $40.00 including materials. See Calendar Page for dates and times.