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Independent Study Infant Massage Instructor

Target Audience
Any RN or LPN:
-interested in learning the art of infant massage
-who wants to become a Certified Infant Massage Instructor/Educator

Certification Requirements
Applicants must meet the following five requirements:
-must be an RN, LPN or GN
-must complete required readings in the textbook provided, "Infant Massage: A Handbook for Loving Parents" by Vimala McClure
-Must View the 4 VHS tapes provided, "Amazing Talents of the Newborn," "Clinical Implications of Touch," "Massage Practice for Infants," and "The Premature Infant"
-must complete study modules
-must complete final certification examination at home within 6 months of receiving Independent Study packet
-must pass final certification exam with grade of 80% or better
 
In order to enroll in this program, candidates must submit a completed application along with the $375.00 program fee. PCE supplies program manual, textbook, films and study modules. The final examination will be forwarded to the participant upon the completion and return of study modules to PCE. Successful candidates receive 16 nursing contact hours, may use the designation Certified Infant Massage Educator (CIME) and also become members of the PCE organization. Member benefits include educational opportunities and a bi-annual newsletter.

Course Content
This certification program covers relevant, research-based topics such as:
-History and research of touch
-Benefits of infant massage for newborns and parents
-Methodology of strokes
-Altering techniques for circumstances such as colic, constipation and teething
-The premature infant
-Massage for children as they grow
-Program design

Continuing Education Credits
Successful candidates receive 16 contact hours. "Provider is approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 13154 for 16 contact hours."

Tuition Cost

The complete certification course is $375.00 which includes program book, textbook, films, study modules and certification exam.

Refunds
No refunds issued after course materials have been shipped.

Recertification

PCE certification is valid for 3 years. Applicant must acquire 18 contact hours of continuing education credit related to maternal child health for recertification.

Registration
Click here to register online.
Click here to download a registration form to register by mail.
Mail completed registration form and $375.00 program fee to:
Prepared Childbirth Educators, Inc., 219 Central Avenue, Hatboro, PA 19040

To register by phone, Call: 888-344-9972

Fax registration form to: 215-442-9975

Multiple-Course Discount Available
A $50.00 discount will be given when one person signs up for two certification courses at the same time.

Group Discounts Available (discount only applies when preregistered and prepaid together)
  3—4 people registered for same course: $365.00 per person
  5+ people registered for same course: $355.00 per person

PCE Member Price: $350.00.

Only one discount can be applied.

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