Massage Therapy Cambrian College

Program Description

Become an integral member of a healthcare team focusing on maintenance and rehabilitation of physical health, function and mobility. The Massage Therapy program at Cambrian College provides students with rigorous academic preparation, hands-on massage therapy and assessment skills, as well as clinical experience needed to become a successful massage therapist. Students gain a deep knowledge of musculoskeletal anatomy in order to help clients manage a variety of conditions that involve muscle, nerve, fascia, lymph and joints of the body. Physical assessment and treatment planning as well as an introduction to research in the health sciences are key components of the Massage Therapy program. The program offers instruction through in-class lectures, simulations and lab experience, as well as four on-site and three off-site clinical placements. The off-site clinical placements are designed to give students an opportunity to practice massage therapy in diverse healthcare settings. This advanced diploma emphasizes professionalism in healthcare. Massage therapists are regulated health professionals operating under the Regulated Health Professionals Act and the Massage Therapy Act. Massage therapy in Ontario is regulated by the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario.

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