April 23, 2015
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April 23, 2015
Hot Stone Massage Therapy Career
You’ve been thinking about the possibility of a massage therapy career for a while now. And why wouldn’t you? The job market for massage therapists looks good with jobs expected to grow by 20% through 2020 according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, you have the opportunity to help people relax or recover from […]April 23, 2015
Massage Relieves Allergies
By Gina Kraman Allergy sufferers have another tool to fix their itchy, watery eyes, sinus pressure, and other seasonal discomforts without popping pills: massage. Scientific studies of “psycho-neuro-immunology” document the connection between massage and healing, including allergies, explains Dr. Julie Kotiw. In addition to being a chiropractor, certified massage therapist, and registered yoga teacher, Kotiw […]April 23, 2015
3 Good Reasons to Join a Massage Therapy Organization
Joining a professional organization has real benefits for massage therapists It is never too late or too early to get involved in a massage therapy organization as a student, recent graduate, or as an experienced professional! In order to enhance your career and gain valuable resources you should consider joining an organization or association. Here […]April 23, 2015
Massage Therapist Skills
Think you have what it takes to succeed in massage therapy? Well, if you’re training with First Institute, so do we! Within the Massage Therapy program, you’ll learn the ins and outs of proper massage therapy, as well as gather a deeper understanding of the massage business as a whole. Here, we explain what we […]April 23, 2015
Going Green with Massage Therapy
Earth-friendly tips for a healthier practice and healthier clients Massage therapy and going green go hand in hand, right? Okay, so maybe massage isn’t the first thing you think of when talking about being environmentally responsible. Although massage may not be the obvious solution to saving the planet, every little bit does help and there […]April 23, 2015
Dental Assistant Career Tools
Most of us have visited the dentist a time or two for a checkup. Some enjoy the occasional cleaning, while others avoid the dentist like the plague. Chances are, most of today’s dental employees didn’t mind their own appointments growing up – otherwise, why would they consider a career working every day in a dentist’s […]April 23, 2015
Endodontic Dental Assistant
The Dental Assistant program at First Institute in Libertyville and Crystal Lake is designed to prepare students for an entry-level position in a dental office setting. In general Dental Assistants can do anything from administrative to clinical duties. Some Dental Assistants specialize in a specific type of dental practice. If you get your degree as […]April 23, 2015
Dental Assistant Traits
Recognize these traits that can make Dental Assistants more successful in the workforce. Evaluate your own characteristics to see if you possess them to be a more effective Dental Assistant. Empathy As a Dental Assistant, you are constantly working with a variety of individuals with varying backgrounds. It is important that you are able to […]April 23, 2015
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