Shiatsu is a reflective and developmental practice; we are all learning all the time.

Here are just a few of the benefits of regular reflection: 

  • Ensures you are aware of new developments

  • Maintains skills and knowledge

  • Supports professionalism

  • Opportunity to expand your shiatsu toolkit

  • Provides framework for sharing good practice

  • Inner development deepens your practice

Free CPD Ideas

Life transitions

Shiatsu and Life Transitions

In our culture many of the life gateways are seen through the lens of physiological changes to the body. We have drawn together some of the articles in the SSUK Journal archive which give a Shiatsu perspective.
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Wellbeing

Wellbeing

As the theme of SAM 24 is connection, we have put together resources to provide an insight into wellbeing in a wider context and specifically the perspectives that underpin stakeholders working in the formal sector.
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Grassroots Shiatsu

Grassroots Shiatsu

As we approach Shiatsu Awareness Month, we can look at ways of not just “getting the word out” but also ways of sharing the practice that are accessible and affordable – and to communicate the personal empowerment energy work can give.
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Sustainability

Sustainability

It’s a couple of weeks since we marked the IHC Sustainable Health Day, but of course one of the strengths of Shiatsu is that every day is a chance to model sustainable approaches, our latest feature revisits some of the resources on this theme on the website.
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Neurodiversity

Neurodiversity

There is an increasing awareness of ADHD, dyslexia and autism, with more people who have a high profile sharing their experiences.
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Shiatsu & Cancer

Shiatsu and Cancer

Since the diagnosis of cancer disclosed by King Charles, there has been an upsurge in focus on the illness: diagnosis, treatment and support
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Winter wellness

Shiatsu and Winter Wellness

Research on ways to stay healthy through the winter season
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Shiatsu & Food Energetics

Shiatsu and Food Energetics

Useful resources on Food Energetics
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Shiatsu & Parkinson's

Shiatsu and Parkinsons

A report on the benefits of tai chi for people living with Parkinsons...
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Mental Wellbeing

Shiatsu and Mental Wellbeing

We know that shiatsu can be very supportive for people who are experiencing challenges to their mental health and as practitioners we need to look after ourselves too
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Business

Shiatsu and Business

Business resources to dip into as part of your CPD
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many hours do I have to do annually?

15 hours of activities, taken from more than one of the 4 main categories.  These can be spread over your membership year.

I can’t afford to do any CPD courses at the moment

That is not a problem. The Informal Learning category enables you to count activities like reading books or articles, discussions with colleagues, journaling on treatments given and received.

Do I need to log CPD? 

Yes, CPD is an essential requirement of Professional Membership. You will need to keep your CPD records updated or risk a downgrade in your membership.