Posted by Ann Brown
on August 11, 2026
Continuing education is an important part of growing as a massage therapist. It’s an opportunity to learn new techniques, expand your skill set, and discover innovative ways to create memorable experiences for your clients.
If you’re looking for a new modality to add to your practice, Himalayan Salt Stone Massage offers a unique way to elevate a traditional massage experience.
Saltability’s 6-Hour Online Himalayan Salt Stone Massage CEU Course gives massage therapists the opportunity to learn this specialized modality from the comfort of home while earning NCBTMB-approved continuing education hours.
Learn Himalayan Salt Stone Massage From Anywhere
Busy schedules can make it difficult to attend in-person continuing education classes. That’s why Saltability’s Himalayan Salt Stone Massage course is offered as a 6-hour online home study course.
You can complete the course from home and learn the fundamentals of incorporating heated Himalayan salt stones into a professional massage treatment.
The course is designed to give therapists a comprehensive understanding of the modality—from preparing and caring for the stones to performing a full-body Himalayan Salt Stone Massage safely and effectively.
What Will You Learn?
This course goes beyond simply learning how to use heated stones. It focuses on helping therapists develop the knowledge, technique, and confidence needed to provide a professional Himalayan Salt Stone Massage.
Throughout the course, students will learn:
- How to properly set up the heater and Himalayan salt stones
- The basic effects of hot and cold applications on the body
- Contraindications associated with Himalayan Salt Stone Massage
- Proper cleaning and disinfection of salt stones and supplies
- The characteristics and benefits of Himalayan salt
- Proper body mechanics and ergonomics when performing the techniques
- How to safely and effectively apply Himalayan salt stones to the body
- How to perform a full-body massage using heated Himalayan salt stones
- How to communicate the therapeutic benefits of Himalayan salt to clients
The course places a special emphasis on body mechanics and ergonomics, helping therapists learn techniques that support both the client experience and the therapist's own comfort and longevity in the profession.
Why Add Himalayan Salt Stone Massage to Your Practice?
Clients are always looking for new ways to relax and enhance their wellness experience. Adding a specialized modality to your massage menu can give your practice another way to stand out while allowing you to continue developing your professional skills.
Himalayan salt stones provide a unique alternative to traditional massage stones. Their smooth texture, natural warmth, and beautiful appearance create a distinctive treatment experience that can be incorporated into a spa, wellness center, massage practice, or resort setting.
For therapists, learning Himalayan Salt Stone Massage can also be an opportunity to expand their treatment offerings and introduce clients to something they may not have experienced before.
Education Created for Massage Therapists
Saltability's Himalayan Salt Stone Massage CEU course was developed to help therapists understand the complete process of delivering this modality—not just the massage techniques.
Students learn about setup, stone care and cleaning, temperature applications, contraindications, body mechanics, ergonomics, and client communication.
The goal is to ensure that therapists have a strong understanding of Himalayan salt stones as a therapeutic tool and the core competencies necessary to provide a safe, effective, and memorable client experience.
NCBTMB-Approved Continuing Education
Saltability's Himalayan Salt Stone Massage course is NCBTMB-approved continuing education, making it a valuable option for massage therapists looking to fulfill their continuing education requirements while learning a new modality.
Upon successful completion of the course, students receive a frame-ready certificate.
Want to Practice What You Learn?
For therapists who want to begin working with Himalayan salt stones, Saltability offers an optional Starter Equipment Package for $39.99.
The package includes:
- 2 round Himalayan salt massage stones
- 2 oval Himalayan salt massage stones
- 2 teardrop Himalayan salt massage stones
- 1 four-ounce EPA-registered, hospital-grade disinfectant specifically for cleaning salt stones
The starter package gives students the basic tools needed to begin practicing the techniques they learn through the course.
A Flexible Way to Continue Your Education
At just six hours, this online course is designed to fit into the schedule of a working massage therapist.
Instead of taking time away from your practice to travel to a classroom, you can complete your home study course online and learn at your own pace.
And you’re not just checking another CEU off your list—you’re gaining a new skill that you can bring directly into your practice.
Take the Next Step in Your Massage Career
Continuing education is about more than meeting requirements. It’s about continuing to learn, staying inspired, and finding new ways to serve your clients.
Saltability's 6-Hour Online Himalayan Salt Stone Massage CEU Course gives massage therapists the opportunity to learn a unique modality, develop new techniques, and expand their professional skill set—all from the comfort of home.
Ready to learn something new?
Explore Saltability's NCBTMB-approved Himalayan Salt Stone Massage CEU course and take the next step toward adding this unique modality to your practice.
Learn More & Register for the 6-Hour Online CEU Course →
Please note: Registration for the course must take place within 30 days of purchase. A 10% education discount is also available to those currently pursuing massage or other spa modality education, with proof of enrollment. Discounts cannot be combined with other offers.
