Data as of Aug 25, 2026 · Based on 1,006 AI responses · Shares cover the last 30 days · See how Parse measures this
Healthcare Continuing Education Courses
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PESI leads, named in 38% of answers, ahead of at 23% and at 19%.
PESI dominates AI recommendations for continuing education in healthcare, cited for its wide range of trauma and addiction courses. Meanwhile, large online platforms like
PhysicalTherapy.com and
MedBridge have surged in prominence, becoming top recommendations for physical therapists and athletic trainers seeking flexible, evidence-based CEUs.
| # | Brand | What AI says | Mention rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Top provider for trauma, addiction, and specialized certifications across multiple disciplines. | 38% | |
| 2 | The leading professional organization recommended for massage therapy technique courses. | 23% | |
| 3 | A consistent recommendation for physical therapists seeking sports medicine competency certifications. | 19% | |
| 4 | The official professional association for physical therapists, frequently cited for its resources. | 18% | |
| 5 | The second-most cited provider for marriage and family therapist CE, behind | 17% | |
| 6 | A growing recommendation offering members a large library of on-demand CE courses. | 14% | |
| 7 | A frequently cited flexible online platform for PT and AT professional development. | 14% | |
| 8 | Often cited as the national certification board and a source for approved providers. | 13% | |
| 9 | A leading online library for sports-focused physical therapy and athletic training CEUs. | 12% | |
| 10 | 11% | ||
| 11 | 11% | ||
| 12 | 11% | ||
| 13 | 10% | ||
| 14 | 10% | ||
| 15 | 9% | ||
| 16 | 9% | ||
| 17 | 8% | ||
| 18 | 8% | ||
| 19 | 7% | ||
| 20 | 7% | ||
| 21 | 7% | ||
| 22 | 7% | ||
| 23 | 6% | ||
| 24 | 6% | ||
| 25 | 6% |
Who wins on each AI
The same market, seen by two models.
Sources AI cited
pesi.com is the page AI reaches for most here, cited in 45% of analyzed answers.
“A provider for specific trauma courses” → “The dominant, all-purpose platform for MFT certifications and CE”
Dropped from rank #6 to #11 overall between November and March.
Climbed from #9 to #3 in overall mention rank between November and March.
Rose from #5 to #2 in overall mention rank between November and March.
| Brand | ChatGPT Search | Google AI Mode | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25% | 25% | ||
| 9% | 31% | ||
| 25% | 31% | ||
| 22% | 12% | ||
| 0% | 23% |
The two models disagree most about American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (ChatGPT #22, Google #5) and Impact CE (ChatGPT #24, Google #7).
Across 1,006 AI responses, PESI is mentioned most, named in 38% of them, followed by American Massage Therapy Association (23%) and Evidence In Motion (19%).
Parse measures each brand's mention rate — the share of answers naming it — across 1,006 AI responses to this market's buyer questions over the last 30 days. Answers are collected daily and the ranking is re-measured on the same 30-day window.
Brands enter the ranking when AI answers mention them. Parse collects answers daily and publishes the re-measured set weekly, so new brands appear as AI starts recommending them.
AI recommendations consistently lead with professional organizations, primarily the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA). Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals (ABMP) gained significant ground over the winter, while providers like
PESI began appearing as recommendations in early 2026.
Brands mentioned
What are the best continuing education courses for a massage therapist to learn new techniques?
AI recommendations consistently lead with professional organizations, primarily the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA). Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals (ABMP) gained significant ground over the winter, while providers like
PESI began appearing as recommendations in early 2026.
AI answers evolved from mentioning a wide mix of academic institutions in November to consistently highlighting large online platforms like Evidence In Motion,
PhysicalTherapy.com, and
MedBridge from December onward. The
American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) remains a top-cited resource throughout the period.