Pregnancy (Prenatal) Massage Certificate Course (3.5CE)
Welcome to the Pregnancy (Prenatal) Massage Certificate Course
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Learn Safe, Effective Pregnancy (Prenatal) Massage
What This Course Teaches
This certificate course teaches you how to deliver comfortable, effective, and body-friendly prenatal massage for expectant mothers.
You’ll learn how to adapt your techniques, positioning, and flow so prenatal massage is safe for clients and sustainable for you as a therapist.
Why Specialize in Prenatal Massage
Prenatal massage is one of the most in-demand and least crowded specialties in massage therapy.
It allows you to:
- Work in a lower-competition niche
- Attract highly motivated clients
- Build strong referrals and repeat bookings
When done correctly, prenatal massage becomes a reliable, rewarding part of your practice.
Solve the Common Problems
Many therapists avoid prenatal massage because it feels awkward, exhausting, or physically demanding.
This course shows you how to:
- Use correct positioning and support
- Reduce strain on your back, shoulders, and hands
- Work comfortably without feeling fatigued after sessions
Prenatal massage does not need to be hard on your body.
What You’ll Learn
- The real goals of prenatal massage at each stage of pregnancy
- Proper positioning and body mechanics for therapist comfort
- Techniques that prioritize safety and relaxation
- How to create a calm, reassuring experience for expectant mothers
- How prenatal massage benefits both mother and baby
Benefits for Your Clients
Prenatal massage is commonly used to support:
- Stress and anxiety reduction
- Lower back, hip, and leg discomfort
- Improved sleep quality
- Reduced swelling and fluid retention
- Better circulation and overall comfort
Who This Course Is For
- Massage therapists
- Spa therapists
- Practitioners wanting to add a specialized, in-demand service
No prior prenatal experience required.
By the End of the Course
You’ll be able to confidently offer prenatal massage as a safe, comfortable, and professional treatment — while protecting your own body and growing your practice.
You’ll also receive a Certificate of Completion.
Ready to Get Started?
Learn how to offer pregnancy massage with confidence, care, and sustainability — for both you and your clients.
Your Instructor
Mark Perren-Jones has over 30 years of hands-on experience in massage therapy, wellness, and pain management. He is the former owner of the award-winning Isla Verde Spa and the founder of the Mark Perren-Jones Spa Training Academy.
Mark now teaches students worldwide, sharing practical, results-based techniques drawn from real clinical and spa experience. His courses focus on what actually works in practice — helping therapists gain confidence, improve results, and avoid common mistakes.
Mark is an approved provider with the NCBTMB (#1805).
Course Curriculum
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StartIMPORTANT-I have a confession to make before you start the course (4:08)
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StartThe benefits (4:07)
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StartThe cardio system (2:20)
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Startdownloads (1:10)
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Startif in doubt (0:44)
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StartWhich position is best? (1:00)
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StartWhat about lying prone? (1:46)
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StartWhat about lying supine? (1:43)
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StartWhat about sidelying? (1:02)
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StartA word about pressure, rhythm and depths (4:03)
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StartA word about massage oils (1:05)
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StartThe therapeutic environment (2:50)
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StartA word about abdominal massage (1:45)
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StartA word about leg massage and blood clots (2:18)
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StartA word about acupressure points and reflex points (2:01)
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StartTo summarize those last lectures for you (1:27)
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StartThe table set up (5:21)
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StartThe equipment that you will need (2:14)
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StartThe way to perform the massage techniques in a sidelying position correctly (9:39)
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StartWhy your table height is so important when doing these techniques (1:57)
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StartThe set up of the pillows (5:19)
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StartThe draping (3:51)
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StartTip-Use a big hug pillow (1:48)
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StartUsing your own massage techniques-please do! (1:20)
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StartContraindications, precautions and first trimester massage (3:17)
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StartHow to undrape the back ready for back massage and position the client (1:34)
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StartA word about the techniques you are going to learn (1:39)
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StartWhat part of the body do you start with and why? (1:50)
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StartHow to massage the back from a sidelying position (13:10)
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StartThe neck and head massage techniques from a side lying position (6:19)
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StartThe hips and buttocks massage techniques from a side lying position (7:20)
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StartThe ceiling side arm and hand massage techniques from a side lying position (4:01)
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StartThe table side arm and hand massage techniques from a side lying position (3:05)
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StartUndraping the ceiling side leg (1:53)
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StartThe ceiling side leg and foot massage techniques from a side lying position (6:25)
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StartThe table side leg and foot massage techniques from a side lying position (2:50)
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StartTransitioning from one side to the other-how to remove the pillows (2:20)
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StartHow to transition from side to side with your clients (2:37)
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StartThe sequence on the opposite side so that you can practice. (40:15)
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StartWhat about using a supine position sometimes? can we do that? (4:49)
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StartThe semi reclined position-the pillows setup (2:56)
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StartIs the semi reclined position even worth doing? (3:05)
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StartPericardium 6 acupressure point for nausea (1:46)
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StartCongratulations (0:53)
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StartQuiz time
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PreviewSo, how do I get my certificate? (0:47)