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•Athletes •Multiple Sclerosis patients •Parkinson’s patients •Spinal cord injury patients

•Motor vehicle accident patients •Occupational strain patients •Pre and postnatal mothers

•Private Practice •Multi-disciplinary clinic •Wellness centers •Spas •Cruise ships •Travel, working at high-end resorts around the world

Established in 1983 Founding college of RMT education and training in BC Largest family of massage therapy schools in Canada Flexible start dates: January, May & September intakes Students here will: Be led through a step by step progression of learning by our experienced

faculty Receive a balanced education: Theoretical classes are balanced by hands-

on classes in the art and science of Massage Therapy Participate in over 500 hours of practical clinical training within our

student clinic & community outreaches

Term 1 Anatomy & Physiology 1 Term 4 General Pathology MSAK 1 Lecture Anatomy & Physiology 4 MSAK 1 Lab Regional/Spinal Ortho Treatment Manual Skills 1 Systemic Treatment 2 Clinical Assessment Joint Mobilization Hydrotherapy Clinic Internship 3 Ethics & Professionalism Professional Communication Term 5 Neuro Assessment & Treatment Business Practice Management Term 2 Anatomy & Physiology 2 Pain & Stress MSAK 2 Lecture Cranio Sacral / Myofascial MSAK 2 Lab Clinical Case Presentation Manual Skills 2 Medications Neurology 1 PNS Surgery Therapeutic Exercise Nutrition Clinic Internship 1 Health Regulations Mock OP’s Term 3 Anatomy & Physiology 3 Clinic Internship 4 Neurology 2 CNS Systemic Treatment 1 General Ortho Treatment Clinical Management Orthopedic Pathology Research Clinic Internship 2

Semester 1 In semester one of our Competency-Based Mastery Level program, students are introduced to Anatomy and Physiology and Musculoskeletal Anatomy which forms the core expertise base for RMTs. In addition, students are introduced to the palpation, manual and assessment skills required for clinical practice and finally, to the subjects of Ethics and Professionalism and Communication which support them in understanding and fulfilling their professional role as regulated healthcare professionals in British Columbia.

Semester 2 In semester two, students continue to build on the foundational knowledge they have acquired in Anatomy and Physiology one and deepen and develop this knowledge by expanding it to include Pathology and Neurology. In semester two students also deepen and expand their palpation and manual skills and are introduced to therapeutic exercises. Additionally, in semester two students begin to integrate theory and practice by beginning their internship in our professional intern clinic where they provide relaxation oriented massage therapy to the general public.

Semester 3 In semester three, students continue to build and advance their critical thinking and reasoning skills in order to support them in effective clinical management. In semester three students are introduced to numerous soft tissue complaints and conditions which RMTs typically treat. With increased knowledge and skill and the enhanced ability to integrate knowledge and skills students in term three are provided with the opportunity to begin treating soft tissue pathologies in our professional student intern clinic.

Semester 4 With the deepening and enhancement of clinical skills and critical thinking abilities in semester four, students are ready to treat more challenging orthopedic and systemic conditions utilizing advanced treatment techniques typically utilized by registered massage therapists for managing these conditions.

Semester 5 In semester five, students are introduced to several advanced techniques including Cranial Sacral and MyoFascial. They are also introduced in term five to the business and practice management skills they will need to support them in building and operating successful massage therapy practices as well as provided with a review of Ethics and Professionalism and an in-depth and rigorous introduction to Health Regulation which will support them in successfully completing the jurisprudence component of their provincial board exams. At the completion of semester five students are confidently prepared to undertake the CMTBC’s licensure examination for entry to practice.

In order to support our students in successfully completing their provincial board exams upon graduation from WCCMT, we offer a health science review course to support students in retaining and maintaining currency in their knowledge in Health Science subject areas. Additionally, we also provide our students with the opportunity to undertake a mock board examination exercise in order to support them in preparation for their licensure examination.

WCCMT also provides treatments for special patient populations including; MS, Prenatal, Cerebral Palsy, Parkinson, Fibromyalgia.

WCCMT offers the most diverse and comprehensive outreach program in the industry today. Developed in over 30 years of practice in British Columbia, WCCMT's sponsors and partners provide our students with the opportunity to treat a wide variety of patient populations presenting with diverse massage therapy pathologies and conditions. Some of our outreaches include: BC Women’s Hospital, METRO Vancouver, Vancouver General Hospital, BCIT, Friends For Life, South Granville Senior Centre, Canuck’s Place, GF Strong, UBC Varsity

Prerequisites: High school diploma or equivalent Completion of an approved Introduction to Massage Course Criminal Record Check through Ministry of Justice Length: 5 Semesters, each semester being 15 weeks in length 6 - 7 Hours in-class time per day Clinical Practicum Internship for Semesters 2-5 Education Cost: $34,000.00 (Tuition may be subject to change) Start Dates: January, May and September Additional Costs: First Aid and Level “C” CPR (before Term 2) Text Books – approximately $2000.00 Supplies – approximately $775.00 Massage Table – approximately $800.00

What You Need Official high school or post secondary transcripts

◦ If from outside of North America, these must be submitted to ICES

Successfully meet the standards set out in our Language Assessment Proficiency Policy

2 pieces of photo ID including a valid Passport Three reference letters 250-500 word typewritten essay about your interest in massage therapy Copy of most recent resume Medical clearance form Completed criminal record check TB skin test result and immunization record (before commencing term 2) First Aid CPR C with AED Certificate (before commencing term 2) * Applicants are encouraged to complete a Budget Worksheet (click on Downloads in the Admissions section of our website to access)

Transcripts from outside North America must be submitted for an ICES (International Credential Evaluation Service) Comprehensive Report If English is not your first language and you have not completed school in North America, you will be required to fulfill our Language Assessment Proficiency Policy:

◦ Successfully undertake either the IELTS, TOEFL or Can Test ◦ Complete formal education in an approved English language school which offers a program of study

equivalent to TOEFL such as Inlingua Vancouver ◦ 2 Years of full time study at a secondary or college level in a country where English is an official

language or language of common usage

Minimum Requirements for English Language Testing ◦ International English Language Testing System (IELTS)

Overall band score of 6.0 or higher (academic module) and no more than 2 years before the start of the program. ◦ Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL).

Internet Based Test: An overall score of 25 in each element Paper Based Test: A minimum score of 550

◦ Canadian Test of English for Scholars and Trainees (Can Test) Minimum scores of 4.5 in listening, 4.5 in reading and 4.0 in writing

Anyone wishing to study must obtain a study permit prior to travelling to Canada

Must provide evidence that you have enrolled in, and been accepted to study at the college of your choice

Must demonstrate that you can support yourself while studying in Canada

Are not inadmissible to Canada

Intend to leave Canada upon completion of studies Further information and application kits are available at www.cic.gc.ca

Education Cost: $34,000.00 CAD (Tuition may be subject to change) $3,575.00 CAD Books & Supplies Start Dates: January, May, and September Monthly Living Expenses (estimates): Rent - $800.00 CAD Phone/Internet - $100.00 CAD Health Insurance - $100.00 CAD Public Transportation - $100.00 CAD Food - $350.00 CAD Personal - $200.00 CAD Entertainment- $100.00 CAD

To learn more about our New Westminster campus in British Columbia please contact our admissions department: T: 1-604-520-1844 ext. 232 Email: admissions@collegeofmassage.com liz.burdeny

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