Completed from United States
I absolutely loved the Master Certificate in Pediatric Shiatsu Massage at Stanmore School of Business! As a pediatric nurse in New York, I was looking for ways to complement traditional care with gentle, non-invasive techniques, and this course exceeded my expectations. The modules on meridian pathways in children and safe pressure techniques were particularly enlightening—I now use these daily in my practice to help soothe young patients with colic or anxiety. The instructor’s videos demonstrating infant and toddler treatments were a game-changer; I even filmed my own notes to share with colleagues. The course platform was intuitive, and the downloadable handouts (like the pressure point charts) are now pinned above my treatment table. Worth every penny!
I enrolled in this course from Milan on a whim after hearing about shiatsu for kids at a wellness expo. Honestly, I wasn’t sure what to expect, but the content was surprisingly well-structured and practical. The section on adapting techniques for different age groups (newborns vs. school-age kids) was especially useful—I run a small family wellness studio, and parents now specifically ask for my ‘pediatric shiatsu’ sessions. The bonus material on parent-child bonding through touch was a thoughtful addition; I’ve incorporated it into my workshops, and the feedback has been great. My only critique? Some videos could use better lighting, but the knowledge itself is solid.
As an Ayurvedic practitioner in Bangalore, I’m always keen to integrate complementary therapies, and Stanmore’s Pediatric Shiatsu course was a revelation! The course bridged concepts I already knew (like *dosha* balance) with shiatsu’s tactile precision—something I’d struggled to find elsewhere. I adored the case studies; seeing how shiatsu relieved eczema in a 4-year-old or helped a 7-year-old with ADHD focus was incredibly motivating. The instructor’s emphasis on ‘less is more’ with kids resonated deeply, and I’ve since seen remarkable improvements in my younger clients’ sleep and digestion. The quizzes were challenging but fair, and the community forum let me connect with global practitioners. 10/10!
I’m a physiotherapist in Casablanca, and I took this course to add to my pediatric toolkit—especially for children with cerebral palsy. The modules on gentle mobilization and energy flow were eye-opening; I’ve already adapted some techniques for my spasticity patients, and their parents report less stiffness after sessions. The course materials were thorough, though I wish there were more Arabic subtitles for the videos (I relied on translations). That said, the instructor’s responsiveness in the Q&A forum was fantastic—I got personalized advice within 24 hours. The certificate boosted my credibility here, and I’ve had local pediatricians referring patients! A fantastic investment for anyone serious about pediatric alternative therapies.
