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| WS100 - Professional Massage Therapist |
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| Price: |
$13,900.00 / Diploma |
| Instructor: |
TBA |
| Location: |
Wellsprings |
| Instructing Hours: |
TBA |
| Class Room Hours: |
2200 |
| Duration: |
18 months |
| Start Date: |
September 11 2006 |
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Careers in Massage Therapy
Massage therapy has become a recognized and essential aspect of good health care and general wellness.
Massage therapy has been practiced for thousands of years and is acknowledged as one of the oldest methods of healing, with references of it found in medical texts nearly 4,000 years old. In fact, Hippocrates, who is known as the “father of medicine”, referred to massage when he wrote in the 4th century B.C. “The physician must be acquainted with many things, and assuredly with rubbing”. Actually, massage therapy is not so much rubbing as stroking, kneading, tapping, compression, vibration, rocking, friction, and various other therapeutic techniques.
Upon registration with the CMTO certification a whole new world of opportunity will open up for you. The possibilities extend from working with a health care team to owning your own practice.
Opportunities in Massage Therapy:
· Independent Massage Therapy Practices
· Teaching Environments
· Rehabilitation Clinics
· DAC Centres
· Spas
· Resorts and Hotels
· Cruise Ships
· Wellness Clinics
· Medical Offices
· Chiropractor Clinics
· Health and Fitness Centres
· Hospitals
· Retirement and Nursing Homes
· Professional and Amateur Sports Teams
· Athletic and Dance Organizations
· Naturopathic and Homeopathic Clinics
The Massage Therapy program involves 18 months of intense learning involving lectures and practical hands-on experience.
We offer the Massage Therapy program every September for 18 consecutive months.
Classes are Monday to Friday from 9: 00 am to 5: 00 pm - with 2 to 3 lectures a day.
During the first and second semesters emphasis is placed on learning the fundamentals. In the third and fourth semester the focus is on integration and application of knowledge and the refinement of clinical skills.
Apart from theory and practical hands on experience, students will also learn to excel in communication, professionalism, organizational and time management skills.
Throughout your experience at Wellsprings College of Massage Therapy and Esthetics you will work closely with your classmates, and Instructors. You will also experience many different learning environments, which will aid in integrating the theoretical curriculum with practical field application.
Field Trips
· Medical Laboratories
· Cadaver Laboratories
· Hospitals
· Spas
Outreach
· Geriatric home facilities
· Corporate Office environments
· Rehabilitation clinics
· Sports events
Our curriculum is based on the Massage Therapy Competency Standards Document.
Text Books are NOT included in the tuition fee.
Also, sheets and proper uniform must be purchased as well.
Course Outline:
Entrance Requirements
Wellsprings College of Massage Therapy and Esthetics provides an eighteen-month program with courses beginning in January and September yearly.
Applicants must provide documentation of successful completion of the following:
· Minimum of grade 12 High School Diploma or equivalent
· Two recent grade 11, 12 or OAC science credits in Biology, Chemistry, Kinesiology, Anatomy, Physiology, or Physical Education receiving a minimum mark of 65% or greater
· English proficiency in speaking, reading and writing
· Mature students aged 25 as of date of application or age 19 and have been out of school for 1 year
Applicants who do not meet any part of the Entrance Requirements will be considered on an individual basis.
Within 1-2 weeks of receipt of your application and documents, you will be notified whether you have met all the requirements for admission to the College. If not, we will let you know about any items missing or if further steps need to be taken.Application Process
Applications are accepted throughout the year and reviewed and processed on a first-come, first-serve basis. Class sizes are limited to a maximum of 10 students to allow for more individual attention.
Personal interviews with prospective students are designed to determine suitability for the program and to discuss mutual expectations also to have any questions answered.
Wellsprings College of Massage Therapy and Esthetics evaluates prospective students equally without discrimination on the basis of race, creed, ancestry, citizenship, ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital/family status or handicap.
Application forms are available from the College. Completed applications must be submitted to the College accompanied with the following:
· 1 official copy of your high school transcript or equivalent
· 1 official copy of all post secondary transcripts
· 1 copy of your resume
· Medical note from your family Doctor, stating that you are in;
· “good health and free of communicable diseases”
· A non refundable application fee of $100.00 Canadian dollars, which is put toward your tuition upon acceptance
Deadline
Applications must be received a minimum of two weeks prior to course commencement.
Tax Deduction
A student enrolled at the College may claim a tuition tax credit for any tuition paid by the student for that year. An official income tax receipt will be issued to all students.
Advanced Standing
Will be determined on an individual basis. Each credit transfer is subject to a $100.00 examination fee. A maximum of 40% of the curriculum is allowed for transfers.
You must purchase your own text books and sheets.
Prerequisite: High school diploma or Adult student equivalent
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| Curriculum |
Description |
YearTaken |
| Anatomy |
This course provides the student with the foundation for their academic career. It involves an intense exploration of the gross anatomy of the human body with a focus on the locomotor system. |
1 |
| Physiology |
This course provides the student with a fundamental knowledge of the different systems making up the human body’s complex physiology. The study of Physiology explores the respiratory, muscular, skeletal, cardiovascular, nervous, lymphatic, urinary, repro |
1 |
| Clinical Assessment |
This course provides students with the knowledge of clinical skills used in assessing the musculoskeletal system. Students will learn Orthopedic testing, concepts of gait analysis and other specialized tests used in clinical practice. |
1 |
| Human Relations |
This course allows the student to explore and discuss the “world of massage therapy” from an ethical and legal point of view. Students will learn about personal boundaries, communication, confidentiality, empowerment, consent and ethical decision-making. |
1 |
| Theory of Massage and Techniques |
This course provides the student with an introduction of massage exploring basic Swedish techniques, the importance of body awareness and the history and practice of massage therapy. |
1 |
| Hydrotherapy |
This course explores the therapeutic use of water in all its forms. Students will learn how to choose appropriate hydrotherapy modalities for many different conditions, how to integrate the modalities into treatments and how to modify them accordingly. |
1 |
| Advanced Techniques |
This course expands upon the material learned in the Theory of Massage and Techniques. Students will learn specialized techniques and their physiological effects on the human body. This material will be examined more comprehensively in the Clinical Massa |
1 |
| Teaching Clinic |
A supervised teaching clinic provides the opportunity for the student to practice theoretical and practical applications. In clinic, students will gain a sense of confidence, practical knowledge, and experience the realities of a clinical environment. |
1 |
| Palpation Lab |
This course focuses on the location, function and terminology used to describe the musculoskeletal system. |
1 |
| Ethics and Legislation |
Ethics and Legislation This course covers the laws and regulations set out by the CMTO and RHPA. It explores the role of the CMTO and OMTA. Students will also learn about the legal responsibilities of a practicing Massage therapist. |
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| CPR/ First Aid Training |
CPR/First Aid Training This 1-day course will prepare the student for potentially life threatening situations. This course also fulfills one of the requirements for registration with the CMTO. |
1 |
| Pathology |
This course provides the student with an in depth knowledge of the many pathologic conditions and explores the cause and treatment of the pathology from a massage therapist’s standpoint. |
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| Neurology |
This course covers the nervous system and its relation to its many structures and functions. Particular attention is given to the nervous system components that are relevant to massage therapists on a daily basis. |
2 |
| Remedial Exercise/Kinesiology |
This course enables the student to explore the role and integration of exercise with Massage therapy. It gives the student the knowledge of how to apply remedial exercises in rehabilitative injury and dysfunction. Students will also learn how to formula |
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| Clinical Massage Treatments |
This course integrates practical and theoretical knowledge learned in Year 1 courses. It teaches how to integrate and apply knowledge, previous learned, to specific pathologies. Students will learn to use specific specialized techniques and clinical skil |
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| Nutition |
This course covers the fundamentals of nutrition in relation to fats, carbohydrates, vitamins, proteins and minerals. Students will also learn about the effects of dietary and nutritional deficiency |
2 |
| Outreach |
Outreach Outreach involves a diverse experience of providing massage therapy within the community. Students will have the opportunity to work within many different settings and with many different conditions. They will also have the opportunity to apply |
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| Microbiology |
Microbiology This course covers the aspects of the cell at the microscopic level pertaining to potential disease and its processes. |
2 |
| Public Health |
Public Health This course provides the student with the fundamental knowledge of universal safety measures taken when dealing with patients and potentially communicable diseases. |
2 |
| Endocrinology |
Endocrinology This course covers the endocrine system and its integration with the nervous system. This course enables the student to understand the role of hormones and how they regulate the human body. |
2 |
| Business and Entreprenurship |
Business and Entrepreneurship This course will prepare the student for the financial aspect of massage therapy. Students will learn how to start their own business, keep accurate records, advertise professionally, devise marketing strategies, make appro |
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