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Certified Advanced Practitioner and Teacher Training Program (CAPT) 390 Hours 
CAPT schedule Year 2009
| 12 January - 27 March |
| 20 April - 3 July |
| 13 July - 25 September |
| 5 October - 18 December |
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Year 2008
| 14 January - 28 March |
| 21 April - 4 July |
| 14 July - 26 September |
| 6 October - 19 December |
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The CAPT Program has been established due to the demand of Thai Massage students wishing to have a more comprehensive and intensive program for professional and teacher training.
The Objective of the CAPT 390 Hour Program is to graduate students who will be able to give a “Nuad Bo-Rarn” Northern-style Thai Massage professionally. In addition, to having the skills to teach ITM Level I and Level II Thai Massage.
Course Description
CAPT students study Level I, II, III and IV with other regular students. It gives greater cultural experience and opportunity to practice on many different types of bodies.
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Level III - Advanced Sen - Energy Lines
Thai massage is based on the idea that there are energy channels or SEN running through the body. When the SEN becomes blocked, the energy becomes inactive and the body loses its balance causing discomfort or illness to a person.
This advanced level takes students to the in-depth knowledge at the 10 major energy lines (SEN) and their application combined with the movements learned in Level I and II. Students learn additional advanced yoga like stretching positions to open and activate the SEN. Students also learn advanced and more comprehensive deep-focused abdominal (Hara) work.
This course covers the Theory of SEN and compares them with the fourteen meridians (Chinese medicine), Nadi (Indian Yoga) and Reiki. |
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Level IV - Therapeutic Thai Massage
This advanced course examines the therapeutic aspects of Thai Massage. We introduce advanced techniques of applying pressure using thumbs, palms and fingers.
This course focuses on acupressure points to relieve ailments such as headache, back pain, knee pain, shoulder pain caused by various conditions, neck stiffness and tired legs. Students will learn how to work properly on the acupressure points and how to combine them in a Thai Massage for effective healing
Students will also learn advanced and more comprehensively deep-focused abdominal (Hara) work for relieve of back pain. |
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 Teacher Training (4 weeks) |
Observe the lecture and participate in the explanation of the 9 W’s on Tuesday morning and the 6 Points of Nuad Bo-Rarn on Wednesday morning.
CAPT students will have the opportunity to participate in the students’ demonstrations of the daily lesson. Assist in the observation and teaching of the students’ practice. |
| Thai Herbal Hot Compress |
Students learn Thai herbs and their use in the Hot Compress - a centuries old Thai remedy. This course covers the benefits and properties of over 20 kinds of Thai herbs. Students also learn techniques for making and applying Thai herbal compressed balls using hot steam in conjunction with Traditional Thai Massage. |
| Thai Foot Reflexology Massage |
Students learn how to work with the reflex points on the feet which corresponds with each organ and system in the body. Emphasis is placed on a hands-on technique used to loosen up and relax the feet. Students learn Thai-style application technique using a Reflexology stick. |
| Applied Anatomy for Thai Massage |
Topics in this class may include an overview of evaluation and assessment of health and physical conditions, relevant endangerment areas, contraindications for massage physiology and body awareness for the client and therapist. |
| Special concerns for massage of elderly clients |
A lecture and group discussion on the health concerns of giving Thai Massage to the elderly. |
| One-on-one training with ITM teacher |
This is a great opportunity for student to have private trainings with ITM teachers to strengthen techniques learnt in Level I and Level II. |
| Practice Level I and II |
Private practice with the CAPT students supervised by the ITM senior Staff. |
| Practice of 1.5 and 2 hour Thai Massage |
Practice your own creation of 1.5 and 2 hour Thai Massage with the assistance of ITM Teacher. |
FIELD TRIPS
| Cadaver Lab |
Attend a lecture at the Cadaver Lab of Chiang Mai University. Observation and explanation of internal organs, muscles and skeletons of the human body by a professor of Faculty of Medicine. |
| Tok Sen Workshop |
Field trip to Hang Dong district to have a demonstration and hands on experience by the leading expert in this centuries old Northern Thai healing arts followed by lunch. |
| Visit Thai herb gardens |
A lecture and video show by the leading expert in Thai healing herbs including a visit to the herbal gardens at Chiang Mai University. |
| Giving Thai Massage service to elderly people |
A field trip to a senior citizens centre and giving 2 sessions of 2 hour Thai Massages to a member of the centre. |
| Training for Thai community |
A field trip to a self-sufficiency village in countryside. This is a unique experience to prepare a hands-on teaching session to inexperienced Thai students incorporating Level I and II. |
| Meditation Retreat |
A field trip to Wat Suan Dok meditation retreat centre and receiving instructions on meditation and participating in a meditation retreat for 24 hours. |
Meals and transportation for field trips provided by ITM.
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