Infant Massage
Trainings Program
Welcome to IAIM
The purpose of the International Association of Infant Massage is to promote nurturing touch and communication through training, education and research so that parents, caregivers and children are loved, valued and respected throughout the world community
- The Many Benefits of Infant Massage
- Learn to Massage Your Baby
- How To Become an Instructor
- How To Become a Trainer
Advantages of the IAIM Infant Massage Program
Find out about the many ways infant massage can help your baby and support you as a parent.
Did you know that parents who take a class with IAIM learn much more than just the mechanics of a massage routine? Our program involves many different styles of touch, movement, interaction and communication.
Both research and anecdotal evidence from families have shown that there are many ways that babies and families may benefit from infant massage.
They can be grouped into four categories: Interaction, Stimulation, Relief and Relaxation.
Learn to Massage Your Baby
Find out about the infant massage classes around the world, offered by our certified instructors.
Become an Instructor
Would you like to teach parents this wonderful practice? Find out about trainings led by our international trainers.
Become a Trainer
Would you like to teach parents this wonderful practice? Find out about trainings led by our international trainers.
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Students a Year
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international Trainers
MASSAGE YOUR BABY
This baby seems to be enjoying it as his mother massages his face, in a class in the U.S.A. Learn more
Parents not only learn a new skill, they have special times with their baby during an infant massage class. Learn more
Put a small amount of oil on your hands and rub them together, making a swishing sound. Learn more
BECOME A TRAINER
Join Our International Trainers
Become a Certified Instructor/Educator
Becoming a Certified IAIM International Trainer is an active and individual journey. It is one of personal and professional growth.
The IAIM Committee for Trainer Candidates ( CTC) is responsible for the educational process for new trainers.
The Trainer Candidate (TC) works with active IAIM Senior Trainers, Trainer Consultants and the CTC gradually assuming more responsibility for all aspects of the training process.
A TC learns through experience, observing, organizing, planning and presenting trainings.
Get Involved in Your Chapter
Becoming a Certified IAIM International Trainer is an active and individual journey. It is one of personal and professional growth.
The IAIM Committee for Trainer Candidates ( CTC) is responsible for the educational process for new trainers.
The Trainer Candidate (TC) works with active IAIM Senior Trainers, Trainer Consultants and the CTC gradually assuming more responsibility for all aspects of the training process.
A TC learns through experience, observing, organizing, planning and presenting trainings.
Become a Trainer
Becoming a Certified IAIM International Trainer is an active and individual journey. It is one of personal and professional growth.
The IAIM Committee for Trainer Candidates ( CTC) is responsible for the educational process for new trainers.
The Trainer Candidate (TC) works with active IAIM Senior Trainers, Trainer Consultants and the CTC gradually assuming more responsibility for all aspects of the training process.
A TC learns through experience, observing, organizing, planning and presenting trainings.
- Level 1
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Become a Certified Instructor/Educator
Becoming a Certified IAIM International Trainer is an active and individual journey. It is one of personal and professional growth.
The IAIM Committee for Trainer Candidates ( CTC) is responsible for the educational process for new trainers.
The Trainer Candidate (TC) works with active IAIM Senior Trainers, Trainer Consultants and the CTC gradually assuming more responsibility for all aspects of the training process.
A TC learns through experience, observing, organizing, planning and presenting trainings.
- Level 2
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Get Involved in Your Chapter
Becoming a Certified IAIM International Trainer is an active and individual journey. It is one of personal and professional growth.
The IAIM Committee for Trainer Candidates ( CTC) is responsible for the educational process for new trainers.
The Trainer Candidate (TC) works with active IAIM Senior Trainers, Trainer Consultants and the CTC gradually assuming more responsibility for all aspects of the training process.
A TC learns through experience, observing, organizing, planning and presenting trainings.
- Level 3
-
Become a Trainer
Becoming a Certified IAIM International Trainer is an active and individual journey. It is one of personal and professional growth.
The IAIM Committee for Trainer Candidates ( CTC) is responsible for the educational process for new trainers.
The Trainer Candidate (TC) works with active IAIM Senior Trainers, Trainer Consultants and the CTC gradually assuming more responsibility for all aspects of the training process.
A TC learns through experience, observing, organizing, planning and presenting trainings.
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