NWSAM
Where All Students are Honored Students and The Future Is In Your Hands!
We look forward to helping you pursue your interest in animal therapies with the Northwest School of Animal Massage.
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Animal Acupressure Certification
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Small Animal Acupressure Distance Learning: Foundation Level
At NWSAM, we supply the information for your mind, which will guide, supplement, and magnify what your heart and body learn through touch.
Instructor: Kim Bauer, CAAP LAMP SAMP
Location: Online
Student Limit: Unlimited
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Small Animal Foundation Acupressure Practical AUG2020
In this 5-day practical, you will receive the hands-on training needed to successfully apply the principles learned in the Small Animal Foundation Acupressure online learning.
This practical is full. Please email us at [email protected] to be added to the waiting list. Or select another practical from our schedule.
Instructor: Kim Bauer, CAAP LAMP SAMP
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 8
Date(s) of Class: 08/31/2020 — 09/04/2020 -
Large Animal Acupressure Distance Learning: Foundation Level
At NWSAM, we supply the information for your mind, which will guide, supplement, and magnify what your heart and body learn through touch.
Instructor: Kim Bauer, CAAP LAMP SAMP
Location: Online
Student Limit: unlimited
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Large Animal Foundation Acupressure Practical AUG2020
In this 5-day practical, you will receive the hands-on training needed to successfully apply the principles learned in the Large Animal Foundation Acupressure online learning.
This practical is full. Please email us at [email protected] to be added to the waiting list.
Instructor: Kim Bauer, CAAP LAMP SAMP
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 10
Date(s) of Class: 08/03/2020 — 08/07/2020 -
Small Animal Foundation Acupressure Practical SEP2020
In this 5-day practical, you will receive the hands-on training needed to successfully apply the principles learned in the Large Animal Foundation Acupressure online learning.
Instructor: Kim Bauer, CAAP LAMP SAMP
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 6
Date(s) of Class: 09/28/2020 — 10/03/2020 -
Large Animal Foundation Acupressure Practical SEP2020
In this 5-day practical, you will receive the hands-on training needed to successfully apply the principles learned in the Large Animal Foundation Acupressure online learning.
Instructor: Kim Bauer, CAAP LAMP SAMP
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 6
Date(s) of Class: 09/28/2020 — 10/03/2020
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Animal Aromatic Science
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Aromatic Sciences for Animals Foundation Certification
Learn the science of scent and how it affects an animals health and well-being in this blended learning course.
Instructor: Joan Sorita
Location: Online
Student Limit: 12
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Aromatic Science for Animals Foundation Practical
Your online studies come to life in this exciting 3-day session which integrates hands-on training with the theory studied in the Aromatic Science for Animals Distance Learning Course.
Instructor: Joan Sorita
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 12
Date(s) of Class: 07/24/2020 — 07/26/2020
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Animal Massage Certification
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Small Animal Massage Distance Learning: Foundation Level
At NWSAM, we supply the information for your mind, which will guide, supplement, and magnify what your heart and body learn through touch.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Online
Student Limit: unlimited
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Small Animal Foundation Massage Practical JUL2020
Your online studies come to life in this exciting 5-day session which integrates hands-on training with the theory studied in the Small Animal Massage Therapist Foundation course.
THIS PRACTICAL IS FULL. PLEASE CHECK OUR SCHEDULE FOR ALTERNATE DATES OR CALL OUR OFFICE AT 877.836.3703 TO BE PLACED ON OUR WAITING LIST. THANK YOU.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 10
Date(s) of Class: 07/27/2020 — 07/31/2020 -
Large Animal Massage Distance Learning: Foundation Level
At NWSAM, we supply the information for your mind, which will guide, supplement, and magnify what your heart and body learn through touch.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Online
Student Limit: unlimited
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Large Animal Foundation Massage Practical AUG2020
Your online studies come to life in this exciting 5-day session which integrates hands-on training with the theory studied in the Large Animal Massage Therapist Foundation course.
THIS PRACTICAL IS FULL. PLEASE CHECK OUR SCHEDULE FOR ADDITIONAL OPTIONS OR CALL OUR OFFICE AT 877.836.3703 TO BE PLACED ON THE WAITING LIST. THANK YOU.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 10
Date(s) of Class: 08/10/2020 — 08/14/2020 -
Small Animal Massage Distance Learning: Performance Level
At NWSAM, we supply the information for your mind, which will guide, supplement, and magnify what your heart and body learn through touch.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Online
Student Limit: unlimited
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Small Animal Performance Massage Practical-SEP2020
This 5-day practical provides the supervised hands-on training necessary to complete the Performance Massage certification.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 12
Date(s) of Class: 09/07/2020 — 09/11/2020 -
Large Animal Massage Distance Learning: Performance Level
At NWSAM, we supply the information for your mind, which will guide, supplement, and magnify what your heart and body learn through touch.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Online
Student Limit: unlimited
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Large Animal Performance Massage Practical-AUG2020
This 5-day practical provides the supervised hands-on training necessary to complete the Performance Massage certification.
THIS PRACTICAL IS FULL. PLEASE CHECK OUR SCHEDULE FOR ADDITIONAL OPTIONS OR CALL OUR OFFICE AT 877.836.3703 TO BE PLACED ON THE WAITING LIST. THANK YOU.
Instructor: Kim Bauer, CAAP LAMP SAMP
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 12
Date(s) of Class: 08/24/2020 — 08/28/2020 -
Small Animal Massage Distance Learning: Rehabilitation Level
At NWSAM, we supply the information for your mind, which will guide, supplement, and magnify what your heart and body learn through touch.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Online
Student Limit: unlimited
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Small Animal Rehabilitation Massage Practical-NOV2020
This 5-day practical session provides the supervised hands-on training needed to complete our Rehabilitation Massage certification.
Instructor: Rubi Sullivan SAMP
Location: Oregon Humane Society – Portland, OR
Student Limit: 16
Date(s) of Class: 11/09/2020 — 11/13/2020 -
Large Animal Massage Distance Learning: Rehabilitation Level
At NWSAM, we supply the information for your mind, which will guide, supplement, and magnify what your heart and body learn through touch.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Online
Student Limit: unlimited
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Large Animal Rehabilitation Massage Practical-OCT2020
This 5-day practical session provides the supervised hands-on training needed to complete our Rehabilitation Massage certification.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 12
Date(s) of Class: 10/19/2020 — 10/23/2020 -
Large Animal Foundation Massage Practical OCT2020
Your online studies come to life in this exciting 5-day session which integrates hands-on training with the theory studied in the Large Animal Massage Therapist Foundation course.
THIS PRACTICAL IS FULL. PLEASE CHECK OUR SCHEDULE FOR ADDITIONAL OPTIONS OR CALL OUR OFFICE AT 877.836.3703 TO BE PLACED ON THE WAITING LIST. THANK YOU.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 12
Date(s) of Class: 10/12/2020 — 10/16/2020 -
Small Animal Foundation Massage Practical SEP2020
Your online studies come to life in this exciting 5-day session which integrates hands-on training with the theory studied in the Small Animal Massage Therapist Foundation course.
THIS PRACTICAL IS FULL. PLEASE CHECK OUR SCHEDULE FOR ADDITIONAL OPTIONS OR CALL OUR OFFICE AT 877.836.3703 TO BE PLACED ON THE WAITING LIST. THANK YOU.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 10
Date(s) of Class: 09/14/2020 — 09/18/2020
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FUNdamental Courses (One Day BodyWorkShops)
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FUNdamentals of Animal Massage
Our “FUN”damentals BodyWorkShops teach you the basics of animal therapies so you can start using them today and have fun supporting your animal’s health and well-being
Instructor: Helga Karisch
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 12
Date(s) of Class: 11/01/2020 — 11/01/2020
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IAMA (Two Day BodyWorkShops)
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Introductory Courses (Online Free Courses)
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Introduction to Animal Massage
Enjoy our Free Online Introductory Series at NWSAM, where the Future is in Your Hands.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Online
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Introduction to Animal Acupressure
This class is designed to give you some brief insight into Traditional Chinese Medicine and the benefits of acupressure for animals.
Instructor: Kim Bauer, CAAP LAMP SAMP
Location: Online
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Introduction to Animal Aromatics
Enjoy our Free Online Introductory Series at NWSAM, where the Future is in Your Hands.
Instructor: Joan Sorita
Location: Online
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Introduction to Horse Temperament Typing
Enjoy our Free Online Introductory Series at NWSAM, where the Future is in Your Hands.
Instructor: Kim Bauer, CAAP LAMP SAMP
Location: Online
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Large Animal Massage Certification
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Large Animal Massage Distance Learning: Foundation Level
At NWSAM, we supply the information for your mind, which will guide, supplement, and magnify what your heart and body learn through touch.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Online
Student Limit: unlimited
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Large Animal Foundation Massage Practical AUG2020
Your online studies come to life in this exciting 5-day session which integrates hands-on training with the theory studied in the Large Animal Massage Therapist Foundation course.
THIS PRACTICAL IS FULL. PLEASE CHECK OUR SCHEDULE FOR ADDITIONAL OPTIONS OR CALL OUR OFFICE AT 877.836.3703 TO BE PLACED ON THE WAITING LIST. THANK YOU.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 10
Date(s) of Class: 08/10/2020 — 08/14/2020 -
Large Animal Massage Distance Learning: Performance Level
At NWSAM, we supply the information for your mind, which will guide, supplement, and magnify what your heart and body learn through touch.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Online
Student Limit: unlimited
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Large Animal Performance Massage Practical-AUG2020
This 5-day practical provides the supervised hands-on training necessary to complete the Performance Massage certification.
THIS PRACTICAL IS FULL. PLEASE CHECK OUR SCHEDULE FOR ADDITIONAL OPTIONS OR CALL OUR OFFICE AT 877.836.3703 TO BE PLACED ON THE WAITING LIST. THANK YOU.
Instructor: Kim Bauer, CAAP LAMP SAMP
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 12
Date(s) of Class: 08/24/2020 — 08/28/2020 -
Large Animal Massage Distance Learning: Rehabilitation Level
At NWSAM, we supply the information for your mind, which will guide, supplement, and magnify what your heart and body learn through touch.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Online
Student Limit: unlimited
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Large Animal Rehabilitation Massage Practical-OCT2020
This 5-day practical session provides the supervised hands-on training needed to complete our Rehabilitation Massage certification.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 12
Date(s) of Class: 10/19/2020 — 10/23/2020 -
Large Animal Foundation Massage Practical OCT2020
Your online studies come to life in this exciting 5-day session which integrates hands-on training with the theory studied in the Large Animal Massage Therapist Foundation course.
THIS PRACTICAL IS FULL. PLEASE CHECK OUR SCHEDULE FOR ADDITIONAL OPTIONS OR CALL OUR OFFICE AT 877.836.3703 TO BE PLACED ON THE WAITING LIST. THANK YOU.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 12
Date(s) of Class: 10/12/2020 — 10/16/2020
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Manual Ligament Therapy / M.A.P.s / All Other CE Courses
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Equine Manual Ligament Therapy
Learn MLT as developed by Arik Gohl and modified for animals by Lola Michelin.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 12
Date(s) of Class: 10/16/2020 — 10/18/2020 -
Canine Manual Ligament Therapy
Transform your practice by completing our Practitioner Certification in Manual Ligament Therapy for Canines. During this 3-day course, you will learn the Foundation and Science of Manual Ligament Therapy. Learn specific releases for various regions of the body to dramatically reduce hypertonicity in the muscles and restore balance and stability of the joints while improving patterns of movement. Based on osteopathic techniques developed by Arik Gohl and adapted for animals by Lola Michelin.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 8
Date(s) of Class: 10/03/2020 — 10/04/2020 -
Canine M.A.P.s
Learn from top practitioners how Massage and Acupressure combine to provide relief from a variety of concerns affecting horses.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 12
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Equine M.A.P.s
Learn from top practitioners how Massage and Acupressure combine to provide relief from a variety of concerns affecting horses.
Instructor: Kim Bauer, CAAP LAMP SAMP
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 12
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DogSafe Canine Pet First Aid and CPR SEP
NWSAM proudly offers the internationally-recognized 8 hour comprehensive first-aid course developed by DogSafe and taught by our own Helga Karisch.
Instructor: Helga Karisch
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 12
Date(s) of Class: 09/05/2020 — 09/05/2020 -
Horse Temperament Typing
This online course has been created to share information with you about the eleven Horse Temperament Types as explained by Madalyn Ward, DVM. Dr. Ward has been a pioneering voice in the field of holistic horse care for over two decades and she breaks new ground with the Horse Temperament Typing system.
Instructor: Kim Bauer, CAAP LAMP SAMP
Location: Online
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Kinesiology Taping Online Foundation Course
COMING THIS FALL TO OUR NEW ONLINE LEARNING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
Kinesiology Tape supports every form of animal bodywork. It is a skill every animal bodyworker should have in their toolkit. Learn how to use kinesiology tape to support ideal musculoskeletal function, improve the health of the fascia and the immune system and assist with recovery from many common conditions affecting our animals. Discover how kinesiology tape differs from traditional bandaging and how to combine it for maximum benefit. Our instructors have more combined taping experience with animals than any other school! To be the best, learn from the best!
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 10
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Tools of the Trade
Try before you buy in this interactive two-day course
Are you thinking about adding tools to your practice?
Confused about which is better, PEMF or Laser?
Heard of microcurrent but not sure what it is used for?
Which tool is best for which issues?
And what can you legally combine with your massage or acupressure practice?Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Online
Student Limit: 8
Date(s) of Class: 08/09/2020 — 08/09/2020 -
Equine Fascial Lines
Learn the location and function of the Equine Fascial Lines as well as how to identify indicators of tension along a line.
Instructor: Kim Bauer, CAAP LAMP SAMP
Location: Online
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Small Animal Massage Certification
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Small Animal Massage Distance Learning: Foundation Level
At NWSAM, we supply the information for your mind, which will guide, supplement, and magnify what your heart and body learn through touch.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Online
Student Limit: unlimited
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Small Animal Foundation Massage Practical JUL2020
Your online studies come to life in this exciting 5-day session which integrates hands-on training with the theory studied in the Small Animal Massage Therapist Foundation course.
THIS PRACTICAL IS FULL. PLEASE CHECK OUR SCHEDULE FOR ALTERNATE DATES OR CALL OUR OFFICE AT 877.836.3703 TO BE PLACED ON OUR WAITING LIST. THANK YOU.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 10
Date(s) of Class: 07/27/2020 — 07/31/2020 -
Small Animal Massage Distance Learning: Performance Level
At NWSAM, we supply the information for your mind, which will guide, supplement, and magnify what your heart and body learn through touch.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Online
Student Limit: unlimited
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Small Animal Performance Massage Practical-SEP2020
This 5-day practical provides the supervised hands-on training necessary to complete the Performance Massage certification.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 12
Date(s) of Class: 09/07/2020 — 09/11/2020 -
Small Animal Massage Distance Learning: Rehabilitation Level
At NWSAM, we supply the information for your mind, which will guide, supplement, and magnify what your heart and body learn through touch.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Online
Student Limit: unlimited
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Small Animal Rehabilitation Massage Practical-NOV2020
This 5-day practical session provides the supervised hands-on training needed to complete our Rehabilitation Massage certification.
Instructor: Rubi Sullivan SAMP
Location: Oregon Humane Society – Portland, OR
Student Limit: 16
Date(s) of Class: 11/09/2020 — 11/13/2020 -
Small Animal Foundation Massage Practical SEP2020
Your online studies come to life in this exciting 5-day session which integrates hands-on training with the theory studied in the Small Animal Massage Therapist Foundation course.
THIS PRACTICAL IS FULL. PLEASE CHECK OUR SCHEDULE FOR ADDITIONAL OPTIONS OR CALL OUR OFFICE AT 877.836.3703 TO BE PLACED ON THE WAITING LIST. THANK YOU.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 10
Date(s) of Class: 09/14/2020 — 09/18/2020
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