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Courses

Advanced Cupping Techniques for Massage Therapists

This course will delve into sophisticated cupping methods, providing you with the knowledge and practical skills to enhance your therapeutic practice and achieve better client outcomes.

Thursday, December 11, 2025, LLCC-Medical District Room 202

Ethics for Massage Therapy

This course fulfills the 1-hours ethics course continuing education requirement for all licensed massage therapists in Illinois and covers essential ethical principles and professional standards that are crucial for maintaining integrity and trust in the practice of massage therapy.

Thursday, October 30, 2025, LLCC-Medical District Room 202

Mastering KT Taping Part 1: Intro to KT Taping

Learn about the history, theory, and fundamental principles of KT Taping including the physiological effects of KT Taping and its benefits in various therapeutic contexts.

Thursday, October 16, 2025, LLCC-Medical District Room 202

Mastering KT Taping Part 2: Basic KT Taping Techniques

This session focuses on basic KT Taping techniques with participants gaining hands-on experience in applying KT Tape for common conditions.

Thursday, October 30, 2025, LLCC-Medical District Room 202

Mastering KT Taping Part 3: Advanced KT Taping Applications

This advanced session will delve into complex KT Taping applications, with participants exploring specialized techniques for sports injuries, post-surgical recovery, and chronic conditions.

Thursday, November 13, 2025, LLCC-Medical District Room 202

Mastering KT Taping Part 4: Integrating KT Taping into Practice

Participants will learn how to effectively incorporate KT Taping into treatment plans, communicate its benefits to clients, and stay updated with the latest research and trends.

Thursday, November 13, 2025, LLCC-Medical District Room 202

Trauma Informed Practices (K-12)

This interactive workshop equips educators with the knowledge and tools to better support students impacted by trauma. Participants will gain a foundational understanding of how trauma shapes behavior, emotions, and learning. Insights that are essential for building inclusive and responsive classrooms.Educators will explore strategies for creating safe, supportive learning environments where students feel secure enough to engage and thrive. The session also covers practical, easy-to-use approaches to fostering resilience, helping students develop the skills to recover and grow from challenges they face both inside and outside the classroom. CPDUs: 3.75

Thursday, March 19, 2026, LLCC-Medical District Room 202

Understanding the Pathophysiology of Addiction: A deep dive into the science of substance abuse

This program offers an accessible overview of the neurobiological foundations of addiction with emphasis on the variations that occur in individuals with substance-related and addictive disorders.

Friday, November 7, 2025, LLCC-Medical District Room 202