Variant of the Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) Canada 2021 Version 1.0 for Primary groupings

51.3502 - Asian bodywork therapy

This instructional program class comprises any program that prepares individuals to provide relief and improved health and well-being based on Chinese medical principles through one or more of the traditional bodywork therapies of Asia. These programs include courses in acupressure, AMMA Therapy©, Chi Nei Tsang, Five Element Shiatsu, Integrative Eclectic Shiatsu, Japanese Shiatsu, Jin Shin Do© Body-mind Acupressure™, Macrobiotic Shiatsu, Anma Therapy, Thai massage, Tui na, Zen Shiatsu, Qigong, Okazaki© Restorative Massage, principles of Western and Chinese medicine, patient counselling and observation, practice management, applicable regulations, and professional standards and ethics.

  • Illustrative example(s)

    • acupressure
    • acupressurist
    • asian bodywork therapy
    • shiatsu

    All examples

  • Exclusion(s)

    • acupuncture(51.3301)
    • massage therapy(51.3501)
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