ETHICS for Massage Therapists ( FREE CLASS)

Ethics / 4 CEs / FREE / April 14th, 2026 / 9am-1pm

This class will be in ROOM 1 (main classroom)

4 PA CEs

April 14, 2026 from 9:00am - 1:00pm

Location:

The Wellness Institute of Chester County

402C Gordon Drive

Exton, PA 19341

Why Do Massage Therapists Need an Ethics Course?

Ethics isn’t just about license renewal — it’s about protecting your career, your clients, and your professional reputation.

Most states require ethics continuing education (CE) hours for license renewal, but the real value goes far beyond checking a box.

What Do You Learn in an Ethics Course?

An ethics course in massage therapy teaches you how to:

1. Maintain Clear Professional Boundaries

• Appropriate client communication

• Dual relationships

• Draping and client comfort

• Handling uncomfortable situations confidently

2. Protect Yourself Legally

• Scope of practice

• Documentation best practices

• Informed consent

• Avoiding complaints and board investigations

3. Understand State Laws & Regulations

• What your license allows you to do

• Advertising rules

• CE requirements

• Reporting responsibilities

4. Handle Ethical Dilemmas

• When clients request inappropriate services

• Social media and professionalism

• Confidentiality issues

• Workplace conflicts

5. Build Trust & Credibility

Ethical practice builds client loyalty and strengthens the profession as a whole. When you practice ethically, you protect not just yourself, but the integrity of massage therapy.

Why It Matters for Renewal

Licensing boards require ethics hours because:

• Complaints often stem from boundary issues

• Misunderstanding the scope of practice can lead to disciplinary action

• Clear ethical standards protect the public

Ethics CE helps ensure therapists remain accountable, professional, and safe practitioners.

This is a FREE class but participants will need to register to reserve their spot as space is limited.

Disclosure Statement by The Wellness Institute of Chester County - Acknowledgment of Audio and Video Surveillance : I hereby acknowledge that by attending this class I have been informed and understand that The Wellness Institute of Chester County utilizes continuous audio and video surveillance on its premises. I understand that surveillance is conducted for the safety, security, and well-being of all students, staff, and visitors, as well as for the protection of property. I am aware that audio and video monitoring is active at all times in common areas, classrooms, hallways, and other designated spaces within the school and that I will be asked to sign a notice of disclosure upon attending any classes at the WIofCC.