I believe that babies are aware human beings who deserve respect, tenderness and warmth and above all a listeing heart. When we listen to our infants with our hearts we discover whatever it is that we want to know.
I believe that babies are aware human beings who deserve respect, tenderness and warmth and above all a listeing heart. When we listen to our infants with our hearts we discover whatever it is that we want to know.
Who is this training for?
Childbirth Educators, Doulas, Lactation Consultants, Midwifes, Nurses, NICU staff, Early Intervention Specialists, OTs, PTs, Massage Therapists, Infant Mental Health Specialists, Social Workers, Home Visitors and anyone else who wants to work and support families.
CEUs are available and provided directly by Infant Massage USA.
Please read more on CEUs HERE
CEUs are available and provided directly by Infant Massage USA.
Please read more on CEUs HERE
What is a CEIM?
CEIM stands for Certified Educator of Infant Massage. As such you will be able to work with parents and families, teaching parents the art of using nurturing touch and infant massage in order to promote communication and bonding within the family.
Being a CEIM does NOT certify you to massage the babies!
You will be able to work with families in private, group, hospital and agency settings. In addition to educating parents, you will be able to participate in research studies, conduct in-service programs, and present at professional conferences.
Being a CEIM does NOT certify you to massage the babies!
You will be able to work with families in private, group, hospital and agency settings. In addition to educating parents, you will be able to participate in research studies, conduct in-service programs, and present at professional conferences.
Certification Process:
Step 1.
Attend a four day training (you must be present for the whole training)
Step 2.
Finish and email your assignment that consists of:
- A written, open book, at home test
-Reading one book and one scientific study paper and writing a one paragraph report for each
-Teaching 5 families the full infant massage course (five classes with each family, in a group or individually)
-Writing a self evaluation report
After receiving your assignment I will be issuing you (by mail) your certificate and the IMUSA office is in charge of the CEUs (if applicable).
The best news is - your certificate NEVER EXPIRES!
Attend a four day training (you must be present for the whole training)
Step 2.
Finish and email your assignment that consists of:
- A written, open book, at home test
-Reading one book and one scientific study paper and writing a one paragraph report for each
-Teaching 5 families the full infant massage course (five classes with each family, in a group or individually)
-Writing a self evaluation report
After receiving your assignment I will be issuing you (by mail) your certificate and the IMUSA office is in charge of the CEUs (if applicable).
The best news is - your certificate NEVER EXPIRES!
15 Curriculum Points:
- History of IAIM
- Infant Behavioral States, Cues and Reflexes
- Bonding and Attachment
- Infant Crying
- Self-awareness of Emotional Elements and Support
- Communication Skills
- Group Facilitation Skills
- The Growing Child
- Special Situations and Adaptation of the Massage Program
- Touch and Massage Research
- Public Relations and Marketing
- Teaching Skills
- Demonstration of Strokes and Gentle Activities
- Three-day Practicum Class with Parents and Babies (days 2, 3 and 4 of the training)
- Teaching the Benefits
For even more information please visit the Infant Massage USA website HERE or feel free to email me directly at [email protected]
I plan to offer infant massage as a way to help parents attach and bond with their infants in an underserved population where I work.
Marija’s energy and passion are contagious!
I plan to educate new parents and existing clients to promote nurturing touch, giving and gaining consent, listening to baby's cues to empower parents and equip them with tools and techniques that they can utilize while communicating and bonding with their children.