Do you need Massage CEs? You have come to the right place.
Affordable, Quality Massage Continuing Education
Our Philosophy
Our mission at Professional CE Connection is to provide Licensed Massage Therapists with the highest quality Massage Therapy Continuing Education Courses in the industry.
Our courses are designed to provide you with practical hands-on skills that you can utilize in your practice right away.
There is no need to purchase expensive equipment or break the bank to attend our courses.
We keep our courses affordable and teach you methods to work smarter, not harder.
Take advantage of our experience and expertise to raise your practice to the next level.
You can choose to attend one of our live, hands-on courses, our online courses, or host a course at your location.
The Secret About Our CE Courses
It is no secret that having fun makes learning easier. Our instructors and our courses are designed to make the learning process fun, easy, and stress-free. We break down complex concepts or techniques using easy to understand language and a bit of humor. Come take a course with us and find out how Massage Therapy Continuing Education should be.
Massage Therapy CE Instructors
Jennifer Houle, ND, LMT, BCTMB
Jennifer Houle, ND, LMT, BCTMB
Jennifer Houle, ND, LMT, BCTMB
Jennifer Houle is a dedicated and compassionate holistic health provider. She has been a leader in the Massage Therapy industry since her graduation from the Humanities Center School of Massage in 1999. In 2010, Jennifer graduated from Trinity School of Natural Health with a Doctorate in Naturopathy and is the owner of the Natural Welln
Jennifer Houle is a dedicated and compassionate holistic health provider. She has been a leader in the Massage Therapy industry since her graduation from the Humanities Center School of Massage in 1999. In 2010, Jennifer graduated from Trinity School of Natural Health with a Doctorate in Naturopathy and is the owner of the Natural Wellness Center of Ellijay.
Ever the consummate teacher, Jennifer is an Approved Provider of Continuing Education for the National Certification Board of Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork. She writes and lectures on various massage topics nationwide. Jennifer offers instruction in the areas of massage theory and application, history, anatomy and physiology, advanced massage technique and clinical internship, business and marketing, and ethics of touch.
As co-founder and Former Director of Education at Cohutta Healing Arts Institute, she welcomed the opportunity to share her knowledge and many years of experience with the next generation of massage therapists.
GA License # MT001421
Catie Bryans, LMT
Jennifer Houle, ND, LMT, BCTMB
Jennifer Houle, ND, LMT, BCTMB
Catie Bryans is passionate about massage therapy and continuing education. She is a graduate of Cohutta Healing Arts Institute. Her dedication to the learning process lead her to return to Cohutta Healing Arts after graduation as an Assistant Instructor. Her primary focus was on hands on classes from beginning Swedish to Advanced Massage
Catie Bryans is passionate about massage therapy and continuing education. She is a graduate of Cohutta Healing Arts Institute. Her dedication to the learning process lead her to return to Cohutta Healing Arts after graduation as an Assistant Instructor. Her primary focus was on hands on classes from beginning Swedish to Advanced Massage Techniques as well as Clinical Internship.
Catie's teaching strengths include making concepts and techniques easy to understand as well as her innovation to discover new ways to share her knowledge.
Catie is known for keeping her students on task relative to their body mechanics as well as their communication skills. However, her students appreciate her ability to build up not only their skills, but their confidence as well.
GA License # MT012197
Lindsay Sparks, LMT, MMP
Kelly Buddenhagen, LMT, BCTMB
Kelly Buddenhagen, LMT, BCTMB
Lindsay Sparks is a graduate of Cohutta Healing Arts Institute, School of Massage. She is a Georgia State Licensed Massage Therapist, and a Certified Medical Massage Therapist.
With a passion for the holistic approach to health and wellness, her mission is to use the knowledge she has gained to deliver
high quality services in order to h
Lindsay Sparks is a graduate of Cohutta Healing Arts Institute, School of Massage. She is a Georgia State Licensed Massage Therapist, and a Certified Medical Massage Therapist.
With a passion for the holistic approach to health and wellness, her mission is to use the knowledge she has gained to deliver
high quality services in order to help her clients achieve greater mobility and a better quality of life according to their individual needs.
Lindsay sought out massage therapy for chronic pain and migraines several years ago,
and after experiencing first-hand how it restored her body, she knew this was the path she wanted to follow.
Lindsay now shares her passion for helping others and elevating the massage therapy profession as an instructor.
GA License # MT012149
Kelly Buddenhagen, LMT, BCTMB
Kelly Buddenhagen, LMT, BCTMB
Kelly Buddenhagen, LMT, BCTMB
Kelly Buddenhagen is a graduate of CHAI, owner of Humble Hands Therapeutic Massage of Ellijay and is a retired Paramedic. Kelly’s passion and creativity for teaching has earned her national, regional and state notoriety as an educator and facilitator of adult learning.
Kelly is also a former instructor for the Cohutta Healing Arts Instit
Kelly Buddenhagen is a graduate of CHAI, owner of Humble Hands Therapeutic Massage of Ellijay and is a retired Paramedic. Kelly’s passion and creativity for teaching has earned her national, regional and state notoriety as an educator and facilitator of adult learning.
Kelly is also a former instructor for the Cohutta Healing Arts Institute where she is able to break down the complex topics of anatomy, physiology and pathology of the human body in such a way that any learning style can absorb and understand the information. Kelly demonstrates her passion of myofascial release, neuromuscular therapy, and Asian studies through interactive instruction.
GA License # MT010732
Patricia Babin, LMT, BCTMB, ND, Dipl.ABT (NCCAOM)
Patricia Babin, LMT, BCTMB, ND, Dipl.ABT (NCCAOM)
Patricia Babin, LMT, BCTMB, ND, Dipl.ABT (NCCAOM)
With a view toward holistic lifestyles and living, Patricia Babin brings her experience as a Licensed Massage Therapist, a registered Jin Shin Do® Bodymind Acupressure® practitioner, Naturopathic Doctor, Yoga Instructor and Reiki Energy therapist to Professional CE Connection. With a foundational knowledge of the human body learned throug
With a view toward holistic lifestyles and living, Patricia Babin brings her experience as a Licensed Massage Therapist, a registered Jin Shin Do® Bodymind Acupressure® practitioner, Naturopathic Doctor, Yoga Instructor and Reiki Energy therapist to Professional CE Connection. With a foundational knowledge of the human body learned through nursing school and extensive training in Anatomy and Physiology geared toward the body worker, she possesses a unique synthesis of training in both Western and Eastern modalities and a keen interest in all human sciences.
Patricia has a unique perspective to bring to the classroom; not only how to teach her students about the human body, Asian therapies, nutrition and exercise, but also how to guide massage therapists into the practical world of marketing, management and business.
GA License # MT009986
Lee Barrett, LMT
Patricia Babin, LMT, BCTMB, ND, Dipl.ABT (NCCAOM)
Patricia Babin, LMT, BCTMB, ND, Dipl.ABT (NCCAOM)
Lee Barrett brings a nurturing spirit, a lifetime of athletic endeavors, extensive experience as a massage therapist and a Master’s in Science Education from Georgia State University to the table. Lee has an insatiable interest in all matters of health and wellness.
He was also an instructor at the Cohutta Healing Arts Institute and teac
Lee Barrett brings a nurturing spirit, a lifetime of athletic endeavors, extensive experience as a massage therapist and a Master’s in Science Education from Georgia State University to the table. Lee has an insatiable interest in all matters of health and wellness.
He was also an instructor at the Cohutta Healing Arts Institute and teaches classes in Anatomy & Physiology, Swedish Massage, Advanced Massage Techniques, Research, as well as Gait and Posture Assessment, his depth of knowledge and passion for helping
students is invaluable.
GA License # MT005344
Professional CE Connection Policies
Policy Information
ADA Accommodation Policy
Professional CE Connection offers a learning environment that is diverse and conducive to achieving the learning objectives of the course. We want every participant to have the opportunity to connect with the materials and techniques being presented. Hence, Professional CE Connection will provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Should you require any specific accommodations due to a disability, please let us know. You will need to submit your request and allow ample time for Professional CE Connection to accommodate your request prior to your scheduled course. We suggest you contact our office and discuss your needs and we will be able to advise you on what accommodations can be made and estimated timeframe so that you can schedule your courses accordingly.
Registration & Cancellation Policy
Registration and payment for Professional CE Connection courses are required prior to attending the course. However, you can register right up to the day of the course provided there are still openings.
Changes to your registration - such as rescheduling to a different date or a different course - can be made by contacting our office prior to the course date. There is no administration charge to make changes. Your prepaid funds will be applied to your rescheduled course.
Should you need to cancel your registration you will need to contact our office prior to the course date to request a refund. There is no administration charge to process your refund. Funds will be refunded using the same method of payment used for the registration.
Grievance Policy
In the event that you have a grievance, please contact us directly with your concern. We will make every effort to resolve the issue within a reasonable timeframe. If you fail to receive satisfaction, you can contact the NCBTMB at 1-800-296-0664.
Additional Policies & Statements
COVID 19 Policy
We are taking additional precautions to keep everyone safe. We are limiting class size to limit exposure. Specific sanitation protocols and the use of personal protective equipment will also provide a safer classroom experience. Your instructor will contact you with details prior to the course. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at 706-698-4002.
