This course is 12 hours online.

Cupping Therapy is essentially negative pressure vacuum massage. It is an instrument assisted technique performed with a mechanical device that lifts the skin by means of suction, mobilizing a small section of skin for the purpose of pain relief and relaxation.

Learning Objectives

In this class the students will:

1. Review the history of cupping

2. Outline research-based benefits

3. Review the industry report

4. View different types of cups

5. Outline safe practices

6. Examine proper sanitization of cups and equipment

7. Examine a cupping layout/routine

8. Learn about contraindications/adverse effects of cupping

9. Review and prepare for a written exam

Learning Outcomes

Before completion of this course students will/will be able to:

1. Understand history of cupping

2. Recall research-based benefits

3. Understand the industry report

4. Identify types of cups

5. Identify and choose a cupping set

6. Perform safe cupping practices

7. Demonstrate proper sanitization of cups and equipment

8. Demonstrate a cupping layout/routine

9. List the contraindications/adverse effects of cupping

10. Understand how to prepare the treatment room

11. Pass a written exam with a score %70 or higher