Join NWSAM for a 5-Day In-person Practical as part of our Canine Rehabilitation Massage Certification program. 

This exciting 5-day immersive course provides you with the invaluable hands-on training that can be combined with our online studies for professional certification in Rehabilitation Massage.

September 22nd-26th, 2025    9:00AM-5:00PM  Cost: $1000 (does not include $50 registration fee)

Location:  Vashon, WA

What you will learn during these five immersive days:

This course focuses on massage techniques designed to support pets who are recovering from illness or injury under veterinary supervision or who are affected by conditions related to aging.

–Benefits of Massage for Geriatric Pets

-Manual Lymphatic Drainage

-Specialized Circulatory Massage

–Massage for the Relief of Signs of Inflammation

-Working with Scar Tissue

-Pathology of Common Conditions

-Pre-Surgical and Post-Surgical Protocols

During class you will work with a variety of dogs under the supervision of your instructor.

Guest speakers and field trips are often part of the class experience.

Cost of this course is $1000, which does not include a $50 registration fee.

 (This course is also included in our Professional Bundle options for a discounted fee.)