International Association of Infant Massage (IAIM) Instructor Program
The purpose of the International Association of Infant Massage is to promote nurturing touch and communication through training, education and research so that parents, caregivers and children are loved, valued and respected throughout the world community - this is IAIM's Mission. And you can be part of it!
The International Association of Infant Massage (IAIM) instructor training course offers a wonderful opportunity to support parents and primary caregivers, by helping them learn how to lovingly and respectfully communicate with their babies through massage.
Infant Massage is a traditional parenting practice in India and many other parts of the world. Generations of parents have offered this nurturing touch to their babies. Vimala McClure, the founder of IAIM, having experienced the effect of infant massage while doing volunteer work in India, had the vision that all babies in the world should experience this loving nurturing connection. Her program is now delivered in many countries on all continents.
Today, research conducted worldwide support the benefits of the IAIM program with impressive results. Neuroscience and psychology researchers are unanimous about the necessity of deliberate, appropriate, nurturing touch for babies. Training to become an infant massage means joining a worldwide community dedicated to promoting nurturing touch; safely, skillfully, and professionally.
This 4-day intensive in-person training session is designed for family resource centre staff, community care providers, nurses, physiotherapists, massage therapists, childcare educators, dedicated parents… anyone who is interested in promoting the benefits of infant massage to families and communities!
Once the training, take home assignment, and practice teaching are completed and approved by the IAIM Trainer, the participant will become a qualified infant massage instructor, a Certified Infant Massage Instructor (CIMI)! This will enable them to conduct classes for parents- in groups or privately- teaching how to massage their babies. Included are a manual, compendium, book, certification support and certificate. This is an internationally recognized certification that will enable you to begin sharing IAIM's mission as well!
The International Association of Infant Massage (IAIM) instructor training course offers a wonderful opportunity to support parents and primary caregivers, by helping them learn how to lovingly and respectfully communicate with their babies through massage.
Infant Massage is a traditional parenting practice in India and many other parts of the world. Generations of parents have offered this nurturing touch to their babies. Vimala McClure, the founder of IAIM, having experienced the effect of infant massage while doing volunteer work in India, had the vision that all babies in the world should experience this loving nurturing connection. Her program is now delivered in many countries on all continents.
Today, research conducted worldwide support the benefits of the IAIM program with impressive results. Neuroscience and psychology researchers are unanimous about the necessity of deliberate, appropriate, nurturing touch for babies. Training to become an infant massage means joining a worldwide community dedicated to promoting nurturing touch; safely, skillfully, and professionally.
This 4-day intensive in-person training session is designed for family resource centre staff, community care providers, nurses, physiotherapists, massage therapists, childcare educators, dedicated parents… anyone who is interested in promoting the benefits of infant massage to families and communities!
Once the training, take home assignment, and practice teaching are completed and approved by the IAIM Trainer, the participant will become a qualified infant massage instructor, a Certified Infant Massage Instructor (CIMI)! This will enable them to conduct classes for parents- in groups or privately- teaching how to massage their babies. Included are a manual, compendium, book, certification support and certificate. This is an internationally recognized certification that will enable you to begin sharing IAIM's mission as well!
The IAIM Training Program includes:
- 4 days intensive training with IAIM Trainer
- practical teaching experience during the training
- ongoing support for a take-home written assignment and practicum
- a comprehensive IAIM Instructors' manual
- the book "Nurturing touch for Babies: The IAIM Approach" from the International Association of Infant Massage
- research and resources related to infant massage
- first years' membership to the IAIM Canada Chapter providing access to a supportive network, as well as knowledge and materials for your work
- ongoing support from the trainers and course coordinators after your qualification
- the gift of watching the phenomenal impacts of nurturing touch on families!
To register |
IAIM Infant Massage Instructors Training
Upcoming date/ time options: September 15-18/26 (8:30am- 4:30pm) - Halifax, Nova Scotia - FULL New dates being planned now! Investment: $780 per trainee (taxes included) Instructor: Wanda Cox, IAIM International Trainer For more information: [email protected] |
Would you like a training in your area? If you are interested in hosting an Infant Massage Instructor Training in your community, please get in touch! I'm happy to travel across Canada to promote Infant Massage! Connecting 4-6 months or more prior to your proposed training time can be helpful for planning.
