2022 ABMP CE Summit Conference: Lymph

Join us at the 2022 ABMP CE Summit!

Connect and engage with your massage and bodywork community and experts in the field as you learn and earn CE!

This online conference focuses on lymph and includes an in-depth look at the anatomy, function, and pathologies of the lymphatic system as well as an introduction to the manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) modality and MLD techniques for the neck and face.

Don’t miss this opportunity to interact with course instructors and connect with your massage and bodywork community as you learn about lymph!

This event—including 3 hours of CE—is free for everyone in the profession.

Tuesday, October 25, 2022

9:45 a.m. MDT: Event Welcome with ABMP President Les Sweeney
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. MDT: “Lymphatic System: An Essential Guide to an Underrated System” with Ruth Werner and Megan Belanger [1 CE] Learn more.
11:00 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. MDT: Live Q&A with Ruth Werner and Megan Belanger
11:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. MDT: “Introduction to Manual Lymphatic Drainage” with Nicola McGill [1 CE] Learn more.
12:45 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. MDT: Live Q&A with Nicola McGill
1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. MDT: “Manual Lymphatic Drainage: Basic Techniques for the Neck and Face” with Nicola McGill [1 CE] Learn more.
2:30 p.m. – 2:45 p.m. MDT: Live Q&A with Nicola McGill
2:45 pm. MDT: Community Connection: Live Recap

All times listed are for the mountain time zone. Check your time zone!
The event starts at 8:45 a.m. PDT | 9:45 a.m. MDT | 10:45 a.m. CDT | 11:45 a.m. EDT

Course Replays

Will replays and CE credit be available after the event?

ABMP members: Yes, the three CE courses will be added to the ABMP Education Center after the event for you to view and earn free CE credit.

Nonmembers: The three CE courses will be available for you to purchase in the ABMP Education Center after the event.

Learn more about ABMP membership.

CE Credit and CE Certificates

All attendees will have the opportunity to earn CE credit for each course by passing a short online quiz. These CE credits qualify as online CE hours, not live CE hours. CE certificates will be available after the event in the ABMP Education Center.

Ask ABMP

Have a question? Please contact us!

Email us at expectmore@abmp.com
Call us at 800-458-2267

ABMP CE Summit Instructors

Ruth Werner

Megan Belanger

Nicola McGill

Host: Kristin Coverly

ABMP CE Summit Sponsors

Thank you to our generous partners who help make this event possible!

Check out their incredible prize giveaways!

Academy of Lymphatic Studies: Lymphedema Textbook Package | Retail Value $175

Earthlite: Vibra-Therm Sports Therapy Table | Retail Value $699

Precision Neuromuscular Therapy: Annual Portal Subscription | Retail Value $167

Sarga: Self-Paced Online Course | Retail Value $200

The NOW Massage: Curated Gift Bag | Retail Value $150

Northwest School of Animal Massage: Education Package | Retail Value $300

Universal Companies: Lymph Toolkit | Retail Value $213+

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2022 ABMP CE Summit: Lymph | Online Conference