Oncology Massage

9.5 Hours CE/CPD | Online Course with Maureen Abson

Working with clients who have cancer, are undergoing treatment, or have a history of cancer requires knowledge, sensitivity, clinical reasoning, and a clear understanding of safe practice principles.

Oncology Massage provides a practical, evidence-informed introduction to massage therapy for clients affected by cancer, helping therapists understand how to adapt treatment safely while supporting comfort, wellbeing, and quality of life.

Presented by oncology massage educator Maureen Abson, author of the bestselling book Healing Massage, this comprehensive course explores both the application of massage therapy for oncology clients and an introduction to Manual Lymphatic Drainage within the context of cancer care.

Course Overview

Across this 9.5-hour CE/CPD course, participants will develop a stronger understanding of how cancer, cancer treatments, and treatment side effects may influence massage therapy assessment, planning, treatment adaptation, and client management.

The course is divided into two complementary areas of study. The first focuses on oncology massage and the practical application of massage therapy for clients with cancer or a cancer history. The second provides an introduction to Manual Lymphatic Drainage and its role within supportive care.

Drawing upon current research and modern oncology massage principles, the course helps therapists move beyond outdated myths and develop confidence in delivering safe, appropriate, and client-centred care.

Supported by 13 online video classes, fully illustrated course notes, lesson quizzes, online examinations, certificate of completion, and lifetime access, this course provides a structured learning experience for qualified rehabilitation and healthcare professionals.

What You Will Learn

Topic Focus Cancer & Massage Therapy Understanding how cancer and cancer treatments may influence massage therapy planning and delivery Safety & Treatment Adaptation Learning how to modify pressure, positioning, treatment goals, and session structure appropriately Side Effects & Clinical Considerations Recognising common treatment-related concerns and adapting care accordingly Manual Lymphatic Drainage Understanding the principles and potential applications of Manual Lymphatic Drainage within supportive care Evidence-Informed Practice Applying current research and modern oncology massage principles to professional decision-making Client-Centred Care Supporting comfort, wellbeing, communication, and quality of life throughout the therapeutic relationship

Course Content

The course combines oncology massage education, cancer treatment awareness, clinical adaptation strategies, lymphatic system concepts, Manual Lymphatic Drainage principles, and evidence-informed professional practice.

Module Focus Foundations of Oncology Massage Understanding cancer care, oncology massage principles, and modern professional practice Cancer Treatments & Side Effects Exploring how treatment pathways may influence massage considerations and adaptations Assessment & Treatment Planning Client screening, communication, contraindications, and safe treatment decision-making Massage Adaptations for Oncology Clients Pressure modification, positioning, comfort measures, and supportive treatment approaches Introduction to Manual Lymphatic Drainage Lymphatic system principles and introductory Manual Lymphatic Drainage concepts Clinical Integration & Professional Practice Applying evidence-informed oncology massage principles within professional scope of practice

Who This Course Is For

This course is intended for licensed or qualified rehabilitation and healthcare professionals who are permitted to work with clients within their professional scope of practice.

Suitable professionals may include rehabilitation professionals, manual therapists, massage therapists, occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants, trigger point therapists, physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, nurses, and other appropriately qualified healthcare practitioners.

Please note that certification for this course is intended for qualified professionals working within their legal and professional scope of practice.

About Maureen Abson

Maureen Abson is an experienced massage therapist, educator, and internationally respected oncology massage instructor. She is the author of the bestselling book Healing Massage and has dedicated many years to advancing education in oncology massage and supportive cancer care.

Known for her practical teaching style and compassionate approach, Maureen has helped therapists around the world develop greater confidence when working with clients affected by cancer and complex health conditions.

Her teaching combines current research, clinical experience, and a strong emphasis on safe, client-centred care, helping practitioners understand how massage therapy can be adapted appropriately within oncology settings.

Included With This Course

Included Details Video Classes 13 online video classes presented by Maureen Abson Fully Illustrated Course Notes Comprehensive oncology massage course notes with full-colour illustrations and quick-reference format Companion Course Comprehensive companion course designed to reinforce and deepen learning Lesson Quizzes Knowledge checks designed to reinforce learning throughout the course Online Exams Assessments included for course completion and certification Certificate Downloadable 9.5 Hours CE/CPD certificate following successful completion Lifetime Access Study at your own pace and revisit the material whenever required Subtitles English, French, German, and Spanish subtitles included

CE Finder

This course has been approved for continuing education by professional boards and associations. Scroll through the list to find your board or association.

Course: Oncology Massage
Approvals Listed: 64
CE Broker Provider: #20-658140 Approvals in alphabetical order Alabama Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours: 9.5 Alabama Board of Physical Therapy Approved Hours: 9.5 Alabama State Board of Occupational Therapy *General* Approved Hours: 9.5 Alaska Board of Massage Therapists Approved Hours: 9.5 American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians (ACBSP) Approved Hours: 9.5 Arizona Board of Occupational Therapy Approved Hours: 9.5 Arizona State Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours: 9.5 Arkansas Board of Massage Approved Hours: 9.5 Association of Massage Therapists (AMT) Approved Hours: 9.5 Australian Traditional Medicine Society Approved Hours: 9.5 Canadian Massage & Manual Osteopathic Therapists Association (CMMOTA) Approved Hours: 9.5 CEU/CPD Self-Cert Approved Hours: 9.5 Chiropractic Board of Australia Approved Hours: 9.5 College of Complementary Health Professionals of British Columbia (CCHPBC) Approved Hours: 9.5 College of Massage Therapists of New Brunswick (CMTNB) Approved Hours: 9.5 College of Massage Therapists of Newfoundland and Labrador (CMTNL) Approved Hours: 4.75 College of Massage Therapists Ontario (CMTO) Approved Hours: 9.5 College of Naturopathic Physicians of British Columbia (CNPBC) Approved Hours: 9.5 Connecticut Board of Chiropractors Approved Hours: 9.5 Connecticut Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours: 9.5 Deleware Board of Massage and Bodywork Approved Hours: 9.5 Distrcit of Columbia Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours: 9.5 Florida Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours: 9.5 Georgia Board of Massage Therapy *General* Approved Hours: 9.5 Georgia Board of Nursing Approved Hours: 9.5 Georgia State Board of Occupational Therapy Approved Hours: 9.5 Indiana Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours: 9.5 Iowa Board of Chiropractic Approved Hours: 9.5 Iowa Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours: 9.5 Kansas Chiropractic Association Approved Hours: 9.5 Louisiana Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours: 9.5 Maine Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours: 9.5 Maryland Board of Massage Therapy Examiners Approved Hours: 9.5 Massage Therapists' Association of Nova Scotia (MTANS) Approved Hours: 9.5 Massage Therapy Assc of Manitoba (MTAM) Approved Hours: 9.5 Massage Therapy Assc of Saskatchewan (MTAS) Approved Hours: 9.5 Mississippi State Board of Massage Therapy (MSBMT) Approved Hours: 9.5 Missouri Board of Therapeutic Massage Approved Hours: 9.5 Missouri State Board of Chiropractic Examiners Approved Hours: 9.5 Montana Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours: 9.5 National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB) Approved Hours: 9.5 Natural Health Practitioners of Canada (NHPC) Approved Hours: 9.5 NCBTMB - New York Approved Hours: 9.5 Nebraska Massage Licensure Board Approved Hours: 9.5 Nevada Board of Massage Therapists Approved Hours: 9.5 New Hampshire Advisory Board of Massage Therapists Approved Hours: 9.5 New Jersey Board of Massage & Bodywork Therapy Approved Hours: 9.5 North Carolina Board of Massage & Bodywork Therapy Approved Hours: 9.5 North Dakota Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours: 9.5 Ohio Chiropractic Board Approved Hours: 9.5 Oklahoma Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours: 9.5 Oregon Board of Chiropractic Examiners Approved Hours: 9.5 Oregon Board of Massage Therapists Approved Hours: 9.5 Pennsylvania State Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours: 9.5 Prince Edward Island Massage Therapy Association (PEIMTA) Approved Hours: 9.5 Registered Massage Therapists' Association of Ontario (RMTAO) Approved Hours: 9.5 South Carolina Massage/Bodywork Panel Approved Hours: 9.5 South Dakota Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours: 9.5 Tennessee Board of Massage Licensure Approved Hours: 9.5 Virginia Department of Health Professions (Massage Therapy) Approved Hours: 9.5 Washington Board of Massage Approved Hours: 9.5 Washington Board of Physical Therapy Approved Hours: 9.5 West Virginia Massage Licensure Board Approved Hours: 9.5 Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (Massage Therapy) Approved Hours: 9.5

Approval requirements can change. Please confirm acceptance with your own board, association, employer, or regulatory authority before registration.