Manual Lymphatic Course Training
Instructor Qualifications & Licensing Credentials Name: Criselda White Credentials:
Instructor Qualifications & Licensing Credentials Name: Criselda White Credentials:
Instructor Qualifications & Licensing Credentials Name: Criselda White Credentials:
LMT, CMLDT, CLT/CDT, CCST, MTI
License Numbers:
• Licensed Massage Therapist – TX #MT129702
• Massage Therapy Instructor – TX #4403 Professional Certifications:
• Certified Manual Lymphatic Drainage Therapist (CMLDT) – Klose Training, Vodder Method
• Certified Lymphedema Therapist (CLT/CDT) – Norton School of Lymphatic Therapy
• Certified Cosmetic Surgery Therapist (CCST) – Post-Operative Recovery Specialization
• Certified Massage Therapy Instructor (MTI) – Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation Experience:
• Over 7 years as a Licensed Massage Therapist specializing in lymphatic drainage, post-operative recovery, and swelling reduction.
• Owner and Lead Practitioner at Lymph in Motion by Criselda White, providing advanced Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD), Brazilian Lymphatic Drainage, Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT), and post-op recovery treatments.
• Experienced in developing structured training materials and hands-on learning modules for MLD education.
• Extensive experience integrating MLD into medical and wellness settings, collaborating with plastic surgeons, post-op care providers, and rehabilitation specialists.
Teaching Philosophy:
Committed to evidence-based instruction and hands-on competency, ensuring each participant graduates with both theoretical knowledge and the ability to perform MLD techniques with precision and safety. Dedicated to maintaining high professional standards and ethics in compliance with TDLR regulations.
What is Manual Lymphatic Drainage
Instructor Qualifications & Licensing Credentials Name: Criselda White Credentials:
Instructor Qualifications & Licensing Credentials Name: Criselda White Credentials:
The lymphatic system is a vital component of the human body’s circulatory and immune systems, functioning as a one-way drainage network. Its primary role is to collect excess interstitial fluid—the fluid that surrounds tissue cells—and return it to the bloodstream, thereby maintaining fluid balance. In addition to this crucial transport function, the lymphatic system also supports immune surveillance by transporting immune cells, particularly lymphocytes, and filtering harmful pathogens, toxins, and debris through a network of lymph nodes.
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•Lymph originates as plasma that leaks out of the capillaries during normal nutrient and gas exchange. Once in the interstitial space, a portion of this fluid is reabsorbed by the blood capillaries, but the remainder is taken up by lymphatic capillaries, becoming lymph. This lymph is transported through increasingly larger lymphatic vessels and eventually returned to the venous circulation via the thoracic duct and the right lymphatic duct.
What is the Structure of this course?
Instructor Qualifications & Licensing Credentials Name: Criselda White Credentials:
What is the Structure of this course?
Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) Course Structure and Enrollment Process
The Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) Certification Course is designed as a two-phase structured program totaling 45 continuing education hours, combining both online learning and in-person practical training:
- Phase 1 – Online Learning (29 Hours):Students begin with online modules that cover the anatomy and physiology of the lymphatic system, lymphatic pathophysiology, indications and contraindications, history and theory of the Vodder Method, and other foundational topics. Weekly quizzes are included to reinforce comprehension and ensure retention.
- Phase 2 – In-Person Training (16 Hours):After completing the online portion, students attend in-person practical sessions where they learn and apply MLD techniques through supervised hands-on training. This phase emphasizes proper application of Vodder strokes, treatment planning, and client care strategies for post-operative recovery and lymphedema support. Written Exam is required with 80% passing grade to obtain the Certification of this class.
Manual Lymphatic Courses
Professional Certification
Professional Certification — Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) Course
For Licensed Massage Therapists
Master the art and science of lymphatic therapy through Manual Lymphatic Drainage: The Golden Standard with the Vodder Method, taught by Criselda White, CCST, CMLDT, CLT/CDT, MTI, Licensed Massage Therapist – TX #MT129702, Massage Instructor #4403.
This 45-hour professional certification course combines 30 hours of online theory with 3 days of in-person hands-on training at Lymph in Motion by Criselda White in Cedar Park, Texas.
Students will gain in-depth knowledge of lymphatic anatomy, physiology, and pathology while mastering manual techniques to support post-operative recovery, lymphedema management, and holistic detoxification.
Course Highlights:
- Approved TDLR Continuing Education Provider #2293
- Total Tuition: $1,500
- Deposit: $750 (non-refundable once the online module has started)
- Location: 715 Discovery Blvd., Suite 123, Cedar Park, TX
- Schedule: 30 hours online + 3-day practical with one lunch break and two 15-minute breaks daily
- Includes marketing and communication strategies for MLD practice
Earn your professional certification as a Manual Lymphatic Drainage Specialist and elevate your practice with advanced post-op and lymphatic care skills.
Terms & Conditions
- Students must hold an active Massage Therapy License to enroll.
- A $750 deposit is required upon enrollment. Once the online module begins, the deposit becomes non-refundable.
- The remaining balance ($750) is due before the in-person practical begins.
- Cancellations made before starting the online course are eligible for a refund minus a 15% processing fee.
- Once a student starts the online module, no refund will be issued.
- If a student cannot attend the scheduled in-person practical, they may transfer once to a future class date (subject to availability and written notice at least 7 days in advance).
- Students who fail to attend or complete the course requirements forfeit all tuition and CE hours.
- Certificates will be awarded only after full attendance, successful completion of assessments, and full payment.
- Lymph in Motion reserves the right to cancel or reschedule any class with low enrollment or due to unforeseen events. In that case, students may transfer or receive a full refund.
- All students must adhere to professional ethics, hygiene, and conduct standards throughout the course. Disruptive or inappropriate behavior may result in dismissal without refund.
- All class materials, manuals, and videos are copyrighted and may not be copied, sold, or distributed without written permission from Criselda White.
Couples MLD Workshop
Couples Workshop — Manual Lymphatic Drainage for Wellness
For Personal Use — No License Required
Experience a fun, educational, and deeply relaxing workshop designed for couples who want to learn how to safely perform gentle Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) techniques on each other.
Guided by Criselda White, Certified Lymphatic Specialist and Massage Instructor, this class teaches step-by-step methods to enhance circulation, reduce swelling and bloating, promote detoxification, and strengthen your connection through intentional touch.
Highlights:
- Open to couples age 25 and up
- No prior massage experience or license required
- Includes a printed couples training manual
- Full-day class with instructor demonstration, guided practice, and feedback
- Light refreshments provided (water, coffee, juice)
- Tuition: $750 per couple — 50% deposit due upon booking, balance due the day before class
Terms & Conditions
- This class is for personal use only and is not a professional certification.
- No sexual activity or inappropriate conduct is permitted. Any violation will result in immediate dismissal without refund.
- Each participant must sign a waiver and consent form prior to participation.
- A 50% deposit is required to reserve your spot. Deposits are non-refundable but may be transferred once to a future class if a minimum of 7 days’ notice is provided.
- The remaining balance is due the day before class begins.
- Cancellations made within 24 hours or failure to attend will forfeit the full amount.
- Lymph in Motion by Criselda White reserves the right to cancel or reschedule the workshop if minimum enrollment is not met or due to unforeseen circumstances. In such cases, students may transfer or receive a full refund.
- Participants are expected to arrive on time and dress comfortably in loose-fitting clothing suitable for hands-on practice.
💧 Potency of MLD in Decongesting Swelling
Manual Lymphatic Drainage is exceptionally potent in addressing swelling—particularly when the individual is a candidate for treatment. Because it stimulates the opening of initial lymphatics and enhances the intrinsic and extrinsic pumping of lymph.
Why Indications and Contraindications Must Be Meticulousl
Indications and Contraindications
MLD is a powerful tool, and like all clinical interventions, it must be used appropriately. Failing to observe contraindications could result in serious complications.