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Announcing the Next Dates of our MLD Certification
The Growing Popularity of Lymphatic Drainage
The benefits of lymphatic drainage are well researched, and today more than ever, requests for this work are increasing as the medical community realizes its value + general public awareness has increased.
Why it Works
Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) is a very different type of bodywork that uses soft, light touch to open lymphatic capillaries just under the surface of the skin. This gentle, repetitive and sequential treatment directly increases the exchange of molecular components in the blood, tissue and lymph. The result is an increased rate of tissue detoxification and nutrient uptake. Regular treatment can improve overall health, enhance the body’s immune response and reduce pain and shorten the rate of recovery from trauma and surgery. Additionally, this gentle approach is tolerated well by even the most sensitive clients.
Why LMTs + PTs Want to Learn It
Due to the gentle nature of the work + and the proven therapeutic benefits, MLD therapy has piqued the interest of LMTs and PTs who are looking for new ways to help their clients, and in turn, help the longevity of their career as manual therapists.
The gentle approach of MLD puts less strain on the therapist’s back and joints. Indeed, in order to successfully apply this method of lymph drainage, it is optimum for the therapist to be as relaxed and at ease as possible. The MLD for LMTs method emphasizes the importance of the comfort of the therapist. Lymph Drainage is a wonderful compliment to all types of bodywork. There are many applications for treatment including orthopedic injuries, inflammatory conditions, chronic and autoimmune diseases, perinatal and post-surgical. On a more advanced level, MLD is vital in the treatment and potential improvement of lymphedema.
Become a Master Practitioner
MLD for LMTs + PTs® is a lymphatic drainage certification program designed for application within the scope of practice of Licensed Massage Therapists, Physical Therapists & Registered Nurses.
Summer 2026 Certification Schedule
+ 2 short online intro Zoom sessions
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Week 1 (Foundations) — May 20264 Consecutive Weekdays (In Person) + 2 short online evening classes (Zoom)
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In Person / Hands-On Training Dates
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Tuesday May 26
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Wednesday May 27
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Thursday May 28
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Friday May 29
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10:00am-6:15pm each day @ Swedish Institute
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Online Intro Sessions
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Monday May 18 + Thursday May 21
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5pm-8pm both days @ Zoom
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Week 2 (Therapeutics) — August 20264 Consecutive Weekdays (In Person)
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Hands-on Clinical Practice
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Tuesday August 25
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Wednesday August 26
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Thursday August 27
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Friday August 28
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10:00am-6:15pm each day @ Swedish Institute
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Therapists finishing this Level 1 Certification will be Certified Lymph Drainage Therapists who are qualified to practice MLD for clinical therapeutic purposes, and to treat most applications for lymph drainage therapy (including trauma, surgical, auto-immune) with the exception of lymphedema. This is the first certification level for LMTs to practice lymph drainage for therapeutic purposes. Therapists who have officially achieved Level 1 Certification will be eligible to continue on to Level 2. Level 2 is where therapists will be taught non-acute treatment for lymphedema. Upon successful completion of this advanced level 2 training, therapists will earn the designation of a CLMT. Level 2 will be offered in Fall 2026 — click here to view details and exact dates.
Eligibility Requirements:
Manual lymphatic drainage is open exclusively to licensed massage therapists, physical therapists, occupational therapists + nurses.
CEUs:
Approved for 72 continuing education credits with NCBTMB, NY State & Florida State for LMTs. Physical Therapy & Occupational Therapy credits are also available.
Tuition + Payment Options:
$2700 if paid in full
$3000 if paid in installments
Deadline to register is April 16, 2026. No late enrollments will be allowed or considered.
If you pay in full at the time of registration, you will save $300.
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If you want the option of a payment plan, you will pay in 5 installments as follows:
- $1000 deposit* due at time of registration (deadline to register is 4/16/26)
- $500 payment due on 5/2/26
- $500 payment due on 6/2/26
- $500 payment due on 7/2/26
- $500 payment due on 8/2/26
To reserve a spot in the program and pay in installments, the first step is to submit a $1000 registration deposit on or before 4/16/26. The reservation deposit is non-refundable and non-transferable but will serve as the first payment towards the tuition of the program. Click here to submit reservation deposit and proceed through checkout.
