Continuing education is essential to ensuring licensed massage therapists have the knowledge and skills to safely care for individuals with complex medical conditions, chronic pain, cancer, trauma, lymphedema, neurological disorders, and other specialized wellness needs.
Happie Soul Foundation partners with qualified continuing education providers who share our commitment to compassionate, evidence-informed care and professional excellence.
There is no requirement to make a financial contribution to become an Approved Education Provider. Educators who choose to support the Foundation through one of our Education Partner levels receive additional recognition, promotional opportunities, and priority consideration for Foundation initiatives.
When a licensed massage therapist is approved for an education scholarship, the Foundation pays the education provider directly for the approved course or certification.
While funding will vary based on available resources, our long-term vision is to help remove financial barriers to advanced professional education. As the Foundation grows, we hope to expand scholarship opportunities to include not only tuition, but also expenses associated with comprehensive certification programs, such as:
Certification course tuition
Registration fees
Required textbooks and materials
Hotel accommodations
Travel expenses
Meals during multi-day training
Other approved educational costs
By investing in continuing education, we are investing in the future of compassionate care. Every therapist who gains specialized knowledge has the potential to improve the lives of hundreds of clients throughout their career, creating a lasting ripple effect that extends far beyond a single classroom.
$250 annually
Benefits include:
Approved Education Provider recognition
Listing in the Education Provider Directory
Permission to display the Foundation Education Partner badge
Invitations to educator networking opportunities
Inclusion in Foundation newsletters and updates
$500 annually
Includes all Supporting Educator benefits, plus:
Featured placement within the Education Directory
Priority promotion of approved courses
Social media recognition throughout the year
Opportunity to participate in Foundation educational initiatives
Priority consideration for Foundation-sponsored events
$1,000 annually
Our highest level of educational partnership for organizations committed to expanding compassionate care.
Includes all previous benefits, plus:
Premier recognition on the Foundation website
Featured Educator spotlight
Opportunities to host Foundation-funded continuing education classes
Priority consideration to present workshops, seminars, and community education events
Collaboration opportunities on future Foundation programs and educational initiatives
Recognition in annual impact reports and Foundation publications
Founding Education Partner designation
An alternative payment option