Hospice Massage Training | Heart Touch
We offer a variety of hospice message training programs that teach and train volunteers the skills and sensitivities needed to serve medically fragile and terminally ill men, women and children. For those volunteers who commit to a mini mum of one year's service, we offer
tuition scholarships for these training programs.
What is Hospice Message Training
As more people move away from conventional medicine, there has been a growing demand for hospice massage training and palliative care massage training. Hospitals and medical centers across the U.S. are increasingly hiring trained practitioners to provide gentle, compassionate touch.
However, the path of touch looks different for everyone. Not all massage therapists are able to care for people with advanced illnesses, which is why they may consider seeking training. This can allow them to effectively communicate with their patients and provide gentle touch massages, moving away from the fear of touching terminally ill individuals.
End-of-Life Massage Training Program
At The Heart Touch Project, we offer a variety of training programs that teach volunteers the skills and sensitivities needed to serve medically fragile and terminally ill men, women, and children. For those who commit to a minimum of one year of service, we also provide tuition scholarships for select courses.
Heart Touch Method
This program is a foundational palliative care massage training course, designed for volunteers and caregivers who want to serve patients in hospice or hospital settings
Advanced End-of-Life & Palliative Care Massage Training
The Advanced Heart Touch Training in End-of-life Care program is designed to deepen and enhance the quality of interaction between massage therapists and their patients. This end of life message training equips practitioners with new tools and techniques to use as well as hands-on interactive practicums.
What makes the mind-body integration techniques unique is that they focus on bringing greater awareness to massage therapists in regard to how our body transforms in response to our thoughts.
This type of hospice massage training helps you understand the science behind the functioning of the human body and its impact on our emotions and interactions. It includes improving communication skills, practicing stress-reduction activities, and serving patients better with guided visuals.
After completing this rigorous training program, you'll also be introduced to aspect of trauma touch therapy training giving you to provide relief to those hurting physically and emotionally without speaking any words. Your patients will feel relaxed, calm, and supported, giving you the power to change lives, including yours…learn more >
Massage for Pediatric Patients
Our Massage for Pediatric Patients Training is a program aimed at improving the lives of young patients, whether it's helping vulnerable infants and children in hospitals dealing with serious illnesses or those combating life-threatening medical conditions.
Dealing with children is far more challenging than working with adults. They have unique physical, emotional, and developmental needs that require specialized attention. Our program aims to equip aspiring massage therapists with the skills and expertise they need to communicate with young patients and provide relief through gentle and calming touches.
This course is not only for alleviating the suffering of children with terminal illnesses but also for helping them overcome emotional trauma and other challenges. The soothing touch and gentle strokes can stimulate the release of endorphins, reducing anxiety and inducing calmness… learn more >
Aromatherapy Certification for Healthcare & Hospice Proffesional
Over the years, many studies have shown that the use of Aromatherapy and essential oils care alongside traditional medicine or therapy can work in treating anxiety and stress. These are the two things that can make life more miserable for those with an advanced illness.
At The Heart Touch Project, our Aromatherapy Certification program gives practitioners first-hand experience in using essential oils effectively in hospice and healthcare settings. Massage therapists and caregivers learn the benefits of aromatherapy and how to administer it safely, gaining the skills to become valued members of the pain and palliative care medical team
Infant Massage Course for Healthcare Professionals
Infants and children who are sick may have special needs, requiring compassion, support, and gentle massages to overcome their trauma, alleviate pain, and deal with their illnesses.
At The Heart Touch Project, our Infant Massages course for Healthcare Professionals training program is designed to offer nurses and other pediatric unit staff members the skills needed to provide a mindful, caring touch… learn more >
Trauma Therapy Certification for Healthcare Proffesional
Patients are seeing massage as preventive medicine, which makes it incredibly important for hospitals to ensure that their staff has the right training. That’s why our Trauma Therapy Certification program prepares professionals to provide comfort and relief to terminally ill individuals.
Our Trauma Therapy training combines practicums, demonstrations, and lectures. It provides healthcare workers in medical settings with the skills they need to communicate care and compassion to their patients.
Students work closely with experienced psychotherapists during their educational journey, learning the importance of administering proper care to improve the lives of the terminally ill, their family members, and their caregivers… learn more >
Specialized Massage Training for Healthcare Professionals
Whether you choose to enroll in The Heart Touch Method training program or explore one of our specialized courses such as Hospice Massage Training, Infant Massage Courses, Aromatherapy Certification, or Trauma Therapy Certification, our programs are unique and designed to change lives through compassionate and therapeutic touch.However, the focus on self care in massage training truly sets us apart from others. We understand that while this line of work is incredibly rewarding, it’s also demanding. For that reason, we encourage our students to rest and recharge during the weekends, emphasizing self care is of the utmost importance, as it allows practitioners to be in the right state of mind when offering gentle, therapeutic touch. Through guided meditations and other effective techniques, we assist healthcare professionals and massage therapists in staying motivated and resilient in this field.
At Heart Touch, our mission is to transform care through touch. Whether you’re seeking hospice massage training, palliative care massage training, or specialized programs like trauma touch therapy and infant and pediatric massage training, our courses equip healthcare providers and caregivers with the skills to bring comfort and compassion to those who need it most. Explore our programs today and join a community dedicated to making a difference.
The Heart Touch Project Training Programs
What s hospice massage training?
Hospice massage training teaches caregivers and massage therapists how to provide gentle, compassionate touch for people at the end of life. At The Heart Touch Project, this training focuses on comfort, emotional support, and stress relief for both patients and families.
What is Palliative care message training?
Palliative care massage training helps healthcare professionals use therapeutic touch to reduce pain, anxiety, and tension in patients with advanced illnesses. Students learn safe, evidence-based techniques that complement medical and emotional care.
How is palliative massage training different from hospice massage training?
Both programs focus on comfort and compassion, but palliative massage training supports patients throughout serious illness, while hospice massage training focuses on end-of-life care. Each requires sensitivity, communication skills, and knowledge of patient conditions.
What is trauma touch therapy training?
Trauma touch therapy training teaches healthcare professionals and massage therapists how to recognize trauma in the body and respond through safe, trauma-informed touch. The Heart Touch Project combines lectures, practicums, and mentorship from psychotherapists.
What is The Heart Touch Project?
The Heart Touch Project is a nonprofit organization that trains massage therapists and healthcare providers to deliver compassionate, therapeutic touch through specialized programs in hospice care, palliative care, aromatherapy, infant massage, and trauma therapy.
What is heart touch massage?
Heart touch massage refers to the method developed by The Heart Touch Project. It combines mindfulness, gentle touch, and compassion to create meaningful connections between caregivers and patients in medical and palliative settings.
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The path of touch may be different for everyone, but the support and care we provide during your educational journey will make you appreciate the type of work you do. After taking our class, you might feel inspired to do your best.
If you're a massage therapist looking to register for a course or need more information about the different training programs, call us at 310-391-2558 to speak to an experienced professional.