Professional Certification in CBD Massage.

Accredited training with internationally recognized CPD hours

Training in the clinical application of CBD topicals for massage therapists and manual therapists.

✔CPD and IPHM accredited, recognized in over 40 countries
✔4 Modules · 5 accredited CPD hours plus final exam
✔4+ hours of HD video material with Dr. Kirsten Shepard, DC, LMT
✔No prior knowledge required · designed for manual therapists, physiotherapists, osteopaths, and professionals from the somatic field
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5 accredited CPD hours

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Certification Content

CBD in Clinical Practice: An Evidence-Based Approach

CBD products are increasingly prevalent in health, wellness, and rehabilitation fields, yet many therapists are unsure how they work, when they are appropriate, and how to responsibly integrate them into professional practice. This course provides a practical, evidence-based introduction to the clinical application of CBD topicals within manual therapy.

Developed by Dr. Kirsten Shepard, DC, LMT, in collaboration with Niel Asher Education, this course conveys the scientific foundations of CBD, the role of the endocannabinoid system, product selection, safety considerations, legal issues, and practical treatment applications. Specifically designed for massage therapists, manual therapists, and related health professions.

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Applied Anatomy, Not Abstract

The course provides in-depth knowledge about the endocannabinoid system, the differences between CBD, THC, and related compounds, as well as the selection of safe and clinically appropriate CBD products for therapeutic practice.

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Demonstrated Manual Techniques

The practical integration of CBD topicals into treatment sessions will be demonstrated step by step. You will learn dosage awareness, contraindications, legal aspects, and professional client communication.

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Real-Time Clinical Assessment

You will learn to evaluate CBD products, understand cannabinoid terminology, communicate effectively with clients, and responsibly integrate CBD topicals into treatment sessions without crossing professional boundaries.

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Research-Based Framework

The program integrates current research on cannabinoids, the endocannabinoid system, and topical application. The scientific foundation is not decorative: every recommendation is based on the underlying physiology and clinical evidence.

Who This Certification Is For

Continuing Education for Anyone Who Works with the Body

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Manual Therapists and Bodyworkers

Massage therapists, structural therapists, and bodywork professionals who want to integrate specific techniques for the autonomic nervous system into their sessions, with clear anatomical foundations and step-by-step demonstrations.

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Massage Therapists

Licensed massage therapists who want to integrate CBD topicals evidence-based and professionally into their treatment sessions.

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Rehabilitation Professionals

Physical therapists, sports massage therapists, and rehabilitation professionals who want to use CBD topicals as a complementary treatment method for pain and inflammation.

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Chiropractors and Osteopaths

Professionals who want to incorporate CBD topicals as a complementary treatment method into their existing practice.

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Integrative Health Professionals

Chiropractors, osteopaths, naturopaths, and other health professionals who want to integrate CBD topicals evidence-based into their treatments.

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Wellness and Rehabilitation Professionals

Naturopaths, nursing professionals, and other health occupations seeking an evidence-based foundation for the responsible use of CBD products.

Professional Competencies

What You Will Master After Completing the Program

Each module develops specific competencies that come together to form a cohesive professional practice.

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Introduction to CBD & The Endocannabinoid System
Understand CBD products and their role in modern bodywork. Explore the physiological mechanisms related to pain modulation, inflammation, and healing.

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Product Selection & Quality Assessment
Evaluate manufacturers, ingredients, sourcing, and product safety. Identify safe, reputable, and clinically appropriate CBD products.

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Cannabinoid Science
Understand the differences between CBD, THC, CBG, and CBN, as well as their specific effects profiles in topical application within manual therapy.

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Clinical Application Techniques
Integrate CBD topicals into massage and manual therapy sessions with practical demonstrations for various treatment scenarios.

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Legal & Ethical Aspects
Understand professional responsibilities, scope-of-practice issues, and legal frameworks for the use of CBD products in therapeutic practice.

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Documentation and Tracking
Document treatments, product selection, and client responses professionally, and use this data for the continuous optimization of your CBD-integrated practice.

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Client Communication
Discuss CBD responsibly with clients, manage expectations, and always maintain professionalism and professional boundaries.

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Integration into Existing Practice
Integrate the techniques learned into your current workflow with clear criteria on when to apply them, how to dose them, and how to measure their effects between sessions.

Course Instructor

Dr. Kirsten Shepard

DC · LMT · 20+ years of integrative healthcare

Dr. Kirsten Shepard, LMT, DC, has over two decades of experience in integrative healthcare, combining chiropractic, massage therapy, acupuncture, and holistic rehabilitation. She has established clinics in Texas and Los Angeles and has been awarded the Profile of Prominence Award in Health Professions by the Texas Legislature, as well as a Special Congressional Recognition from a U.S. Senator for her contributions to health education.

In this course, she combines clinical expertise with practical demonstration: Each application is presented in the context of current research, with clear protocols for the safe and effective integration of CBD topicals into therapeutic practice.

In collaboration with

Niel Asher Education

Accredited British continuing education institution, specializing in evidence-based training for manual therapists, physiotherapists, and rehabilitation professionals. The programs are utilized in over 60 countries and are recognized by professional accreditation bodies, manual therapy associations, and certification boards.

Developed in partnership with Niel Asher Education, whose specialized courses are used by practitioners in over 60 countries. Same production quality, same clinical rigor.

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CPD Learning Objectives

5 accredited CPD hours

Upon completion of this program, participants will be able to

Explain the endocannabinoid system, its role in pain modulation and inflammation, and the differences between CBD, THC, and related cannabinoids.

Integrate CBD topicals responsibly into treatment sessions and communicate professionally with clients about CBD products;

Identify safe, reputable, and clinically appropriate CBD products and assess their quality based on origin, ingredients, and manufacturer information.

Integrate CBD topicals responsibly into massage and treatment sessions, considering dosage, contraindications, and legal frameworks.

Recognize clinical presentations where CBD topicals are indicated (chronic pain, inflammation, muscle tension, post-exercise recovery) and apply clear professional criteria for when CBD application is appropriate and when referral is necessary.

This program meets the standards of continuing professional development (CPD) set by the UK CPD Standards Office and is recognized by employers, educational institutions, and regulatory bodies in over 40 countries.

Recognized by 65+ boards

CE/CPD hours accepted by state and national boards

The 5 CPD hours earned through this certification are recognized by the following boards and professional associations in the USA, Canada, Australia, and the UK.

Alabama Board of Massage Therapy
Alabama State Board of Occupational Therapy
Alaska Board of Massage Therapists
Arizona Board of Athletic Training
Arizona Board of Occupational Therapy
Arizona State Board of Massage Therapy
Arkansas Board of Massage
Association of Massage Therapists (AMT)
Australian Traditional Medicine Society
Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer (BOC)
Canadian Athletic Therapists Association (CATA)
Canadian Massage & Manual Osteopathic Therapists Association (CMMOTA)
Certified Registered Massage Therapist Assc (CRMTA)
Chiropractic Board of Australia
College of Complementary Health Professionals of BC (CCHPBC)
College of Massage Therapists of New Brunswick (CMTNB)
College of Massage Therapists of Newfoundland & Labrador (CMTNL)
College of Massage Therapists Ontario (CMTO)
College of Naturopathic Physicians of BC (CNPBC)
Connecticut Board of Chiropractors
Connecticut Board of Massage Therapy
Delaware Board of Massage and Bodywork
District of Columbia Board of Massage Therapy
Florida Board of Athletic Training
Florida Board of Massage Therapy
Georgia Board of Massage Therapy
Georgia Board of Nursing
Georgia State Board of Occupational Therapy
Indiana Board of Massage Therapy
Iowa Board of Chiropractic
Iowa Board of Massage Therapists
Kansas Chiropractic Association
Maine Board of Massage Therapy
Maryland Board of Massage Therapy Examiners
Massage Therapists' Association of Nova Scotia (MTANS)
Massage Therapy Association of Manitoba (MTAM)
Massage Therapy Association of Saskatchewan (MTAS)
Missouri Board of Therapeutic Massage
Missouri State Board of Chiropractic Examiners
Montana Board of Massage Therapy
National Athletic Trainers' Association (NATA)
NCBTMB - New York
National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB)
Natural Health Practitioners of Canada (NHPC)
Nebraska Massage Licensure Board
Nevada Board of Massage Therapists
New Hampshire Advisory Board of Massage Therapists
New Jersey Board of Massage & Bodywork Therapy
North Carolina Board of Massage & Bodywork Therapy
North Dakota Board of Massage Therapy
Ohio Chiropractic Board
Oklahoma Board of Massage Therapy
Oregon Board of Chiropractic Examiners
Oregon Board of Massage Therapists
Pennsylvania State Board of Massage Therapy
Prince Edward Island Massage Therapy Association (PEIMTA)
Registered Massage Therapists' Association of Ontario (RMTAO)
South Carolina Massage/Bodywork Panel
South Dakota Board of Massage Therapy
Tennessee Board of Massage Licensure
Virginia Department of Health Professions (Massage Therapy)
Washington Board of Massage
West Virginia Massage Licensure Board

Your Certification

CBD Massage Certificate with internationally recognized CPD hours

Upon successful completion, you will receive an official certificate with CPD and IPHM accreditation. The designated hours of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) are valid in over 40 countries. The same standard used by institutions such as PESI, universities, and professional development organizations.

✓CPD hours recognized by employers and institutions in over 40 countries
✓IPHM registration, valid in the fields of wellness, holistic therapy, and education
✓Challenging final exam on ethical thinking and clinical competence
✓Eligible for external representation as a certified professional to clients and employers

Course Content

The complete program,
Module by Module

4 Modules · 5 accredited CPD hours

▶Class 1: Introduction to CBD for Body Therapists

📄What is CBD? Basics and terminology

📄Understanding the Endocannabinoid System

📄Role in pain modulation, inflammation, and healing

📄Differentiating CBD, THC, and related cannabinoids

▶Class 2: Cannabinoids and Product Evaluation

📄Product quality and safety assessment

📄Checking manufacturers, ingredients, and origin

📄Full spectrum, broad spectrum, and isolate

📄Identifying clinically appropriate CBD topicals

▶Class 3: Practical Integration of CBD Topicals

📄Integrating CBD topicals into treatment sessions

📄Dosing awareness and application protocols

📄Contraindications and safety aspects

📄Practical demonstrations

▶Class 4: Law, Ethics, and Client Communication

📄Legal Framework in the EU and Internationally

📄Scope of Practice and Professional Boundaries

📄Professional Client Communication about CBD

📄Expectation Management and Documentation

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Certification

Final Exam for Certification

Final exam based on course content, individually assessed by the certification team. Participants who pass will receive the official CBD Massage Certificate with accredited CPD hours, internationally recognized.

The exam assesses understanding of anatomy, physiology, and practical application of the taught techniques with clear criteria for each level of professional competence.

Accreditation

Who accredits your certificate?

Your certificate is endorsed by two internationally recognized organizations in the fields of professional development and holistic medicine.

CPD Standards Office

Continuing Professional Development

International accreditation body for continuing professional development (CPD). The designated CPD hours are recognized by employers, educational institutions, and regulatory bodies in over 40 countries. The same standard used by PESI, universities, and professional training organizations.

IPHM

International Practitioners of Holistic Medicine

British accreditation body for professionals in holistic and integrative medicine. The IPHM accreditation allows registration in the professional register and is recognized for external representation to clients, employers, and integrative health institutions worldwide.

Immediate Access

Everything you need,
from day one

✔Learn at your own pace, without deadlines or pressure
✔39 complete lessons from Dr. Kirsten Shepard included
✔Two hours of HD video with Dr. Kirsten Shepard
✔Works on smartphone, tablet, and computer
✔No prior knowledge required
✔Email support with responses within 24 hours
✔All future course updates included

Reviews

What our participants say

★★★★★

"Finally, a CBD course with scientific depth. Dr. Shepard explains pharmacology clearly, and the practical demonstrations are immediately applicable in practice."

Sarah L.

Munich, Germany

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"The anatomy module is outstanding. The compression points are described so precisely that I immediately recognized cases from my own practice. And the techniques work."

Thomas R.

Vienna, Austria

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"Dr. Kirsten Shepard is an excellent instructor. Her way of explaining physiology is clear and avoids unnecessary jargon. The video demonstrations are the best I've seen in an online continuing education for manual therapy."

Patricia A.

Buenos Aires, Argentina

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"Very well structured. The product selection and legal aspects were particularly valuable. I now know exactly what to look for in CBD topicals."

Stefan T.

Zurich, Switzerland

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"I am a physical therapist and have worked for a long time with chronic pain without understanding why some patients did not respond. This course has given me the missing framework. I now use heart rate variability as an objective measure between sessions."

Katharina G.

Hamburg, Germany

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"I applied the manual techniques at the upper thoracic aperture on a patient with recurring dizziness. In three sessions, we were able to observe real changes. The difference between knowing theory and being able to apply it: that's exactly what this course delivers."

Markus M.

Berlin, Germany

★★★★★

"Finally, a CBD course that is scientifically based and not just marketing. Dr. Shepard explains everything clearly and practically. Highly recommended for any therapist."

Helene V.

Salzburg, Austria

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"Very professional course. The legal aspects and product selection were particularly valuable. Now I feel confident using CBD topicals in my practice."

Nina F.

Frankfurt, Germany

★★★★☆

"Excellent content for manual therapists. The only thing I would have liked more of is clinical cases with long-term follow-up. However, the foundation that the course provides is very solid."

Julio P.

Quito, Ecuador

★★★★★

"As a chiropractor, I was skeptical about CBD, but this course has opened up an evidence-based perspective for me. The contraindications and safety protocols give me confidence in the application."

Andrea C.

Montevideo, Uruguay

★★★★★

"Dr. Kirsten Shepard teaches in a way that feels like working alongside someone with decades of experience. The demonstrations are calm, clear, and repeated as often as necessary."

Natalia H.

Rosario, Argentina

★★★★★

"I am a chiropractor, and this course has opened up another level of understanding for working on the cervical spine. The autonomous implications of what we do daily are detailed here. Highly recommended."

Christian B.

Düsseldorf, Germany

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know

The course is aimed at massage therapists, physical therapists, chiropractors, osteopaths, and related health professions. Individuals without prior experience with CBD can also take the course — the content starts with the basics and builds systematically.

The course is designed for self-study. Most participants complete it within four to eight weeks. However, you can take as much time as you need, as access is unlimited.

The course consists of 8 modules with a total of 4 modules as well as two hours of HD video material with Dr. Kirsten Shepard. The conclusion is a written exam with individual feedback from the certification team.

Dr. Kirsten Shepard, LMT, DC, is a chiropractor and licensed massage therapist with over 20 years of experience in integrative healthcare. She has established clinics in Texas and Los Angeles and has been recognized by the Texas Legislature and the U.S. Congress for her contributions to health education.

An accredited British continuing education institution specializing in evidence-based training for manual therapists and rehabilitation professionals. Their courses are utilized in over 60 countries.

Yes. The certificate has CPD and IPHM accreditation and is recognized by employers, educational institutions, and regulatory bodies in over 40 countries.

No. Access to the course is lifetime, including all future updates.

✓ 30-day money-back guarantee

Professional Certification in CBD Massage.

CBD in Clinical Practice: An Evidence-Based Approach

Continuing Education for Anyone Who Works with the Body

What You Will Master After Completing the Program

Dr. Kirsten Shepard

5 accredited CPD hours

CE/CPD hours accepted by state and national boards

CBD Massage Certificate with internationally recognized CPD hours

The complete program,Module by Module

Who accredits your certificate?

Everything you need,from day one

What our participants say

Everything you need to know

The science is clear. The techniques are proven.

The complete program,
Module by Module

Everything you need,
from day one