Canadian Massage and Manual Osteopathic Therapists Association

Massage Therapists of Alberta, We are excited to announce that the Alberta Working Group for the Regulation of Massage Therapy of Alberta has completed the work requested by the Health Minister, and through the Transitional Council for the College of Massage Therapy (TC-CMTA) has submitted the application Formal Submission Toward the Regulation of Massage Therapy under the Health Professions Act to the Minister on October 15, 2024. In order to provide transparency and education to members of the profession on what is included in the application, and in preparation for the four Massage Therapist Information Sessions: Regulation of Massage Therapy in Alberta events upcoming we are excited to provide the following: ●      A Copy of the Application – which can be found here (https://lnkd.in/g_fmcQx8) ●      A Video prepared by the Alberta Working Group to explain the details of the application - https://lnkd.in/gnhNcnAf ●      A link to submit questions to be addressed in the meetings AFTER you have reviewed the application and video – https://lnkd.in/g59hx7m6 We encourage members of the profession to review the application and watch the video before submitting any questions via the above link, and prior to attending one of the events. There will be opportunity for live questions at each of these events as well, however the Working Group wanted to provide you with the opportunity to submit your questions beforehand so that they might better be able to answer them in the meetings. If you have yet to register to attend there is still time. More information can be found here - https://lnkd.in/gUy-UgvQ *Members are not eligible to receive any Continued Education Credits for attendance at any of these info sessions.

Continuing Education Opportunity Reiki I & II Classes Location: Regina, SK Dates: Multiple, See Below Cost: $550.00 Credits: 16 Holy Fire® III World Peace Reiki I & II 16 CEC 2 days no prerequisite Manual: Healing Touch from William Lee Rand 4 students per class Offered in person and online Registration Fee: $550 This beginning training is one of the most thorough and comprehensive available. It includes both Reiki I & II and is a combination of the Western style as introduced by Mrs. Takata, the Japanese Reiki Techniques and the Holy Fire® healing energy. On completion of the class, the students will be able to give Reiki treatments to self and others. The Following Topics Are Taught: The origin and history of Reiki; The nature of Reiki energy, why people get sick and how Reiki heals; The Reiki Ideals; The complete hand placement system; Sending Reiki at a distance; Reiki II symbols: How to draw, activate and use them. Their many uses are explained and their inner meaning is discussed. Schedule Fall 2024 November 9 – 10 November 30 – December 1 ____________________________ Learn more Articles written by Marie-Eve Senechal published in the Reiki News Magazine Location Regina, SK Instructor Marie-Eve Senechal wascanareiki@sasktel.net| 306-789-9243

Are you looking for new massage or manual osteopathic therapist career opportunity? We may have just the thing you are looking for! Did you know that CMMOTA has a job advertisement board where you can find job postings in both career streams! All current advertised career postings can be browsed by visiting https://lnkd.in/gZ7UFU3

Stress is something that is a regular part of life for most people, and it can be both good and bad depending on the level it is at. If you find that your stress level is running a little bit higher than it should be, perhaps making a phone call to book a massage treatment to help bring your stress level down would be a good thing to do! Massage can help to temporarily reduce stress, and that is a great thing! Don’t have a massage therapist – don’t worry we can help – simply visit CMMOTA’s Find-A-Therapist page and check to see if there is a CMMOTA therapist in your area – you can access that page here - https://lnkd.in/g696XDP

Continuing Education Opportunity Calgary – rmtPRO Facial Massage and Skincare Location: Calgary, AB Dates: November 28-30, 2024 Modality: Therapeutic Massage Cost: Early Bird $735.00 + $184.26 Product Fee Credits: 24 Learn assessment of the soft tissue and joints of the face, neck, and décolleté. Apply therapeutic massage techniques for the treatment and prevention of physical dysfunction and pain of the soft tissues and joints. Learn how to develop, maintain, rehabilitate, or augment the functioning of the tissue and relieve pain in these areas. Master the techniques you need to meet your clients goals for treatment through proper assessment and by applying your new knowledge to your unique practice situation. Dive into the biochemistry and business of skincare, how to adapt any RMT room for facial massage treatment, and how to grow a solid second stream of skincare retail income that you can feel confident in. November 28th, 29th, 30th – Calgary AB   rmtPRO Facial Massage and Skincare  Early Bird Tuition before November 4th – $735 (GST included) After Early Bird, regular tuition – $840 (GST included) Product Fee – $184.26 (Taxes included) MTAS 20 CECs, NHPC 15 CECs, CMMOTA 24 Massage CECs, CRMTA 20 CECs, MTAA 27 Primary CECs, MTAM 20 Core CECs PLEASE NOTE: Only professional products are used in this course. For consistency in the learning process we do not allow for the substitution of homemade products or products brought in personally by the student. To Register Email rmtproeducation@gmail.com Location Calgary | AB Instructor Brandi Heuchert RMT DAc BA(Hons) 500ERYT rmtproeducation@gmail.com |306-321-4991

TMJ pain is a tough thing to deal with, and many sufferers seek out massage therapists to help to ease their pain. This article is a great refresher on how to assess TMJ and bring much needed help to the client – find this important information here - https://lnkd.in/g6ndf9ek At CMMOTA we love highlighting articles just like this one in our weekly CMMOTA Sunday News publication. You can receive your weekly copy via email by subscribing using this link - https://lnkd.in/daVvTYwb #CMMOTACanada #massagetherapy #manualosteopathictherapy #cmmotashares #association #cmmotaassociation #infoformembers #neverstoplearning #RMT #MOT #learningneverstops #SundayNews #massagetherapylife

How much do you like being a member of CMMOTA? Have you told anyone about us! Shared stories are just one way that you can encourage other members of the profession to join the CMMOTA community. Better – you can get rewarded for sharing your story and referring your colleagues. How you ask? Through CMMOTA’s standing referrals program. Successfully refer a new member to our association and we will reward members with a $10 credit for future membership renewal! For more information on how you can start getting rewarded for sharing your CMMOTA story visit https://lnkd.in/gmVkzF3F Not yet a member with CMMOTA? Why not join the more than 2850 therapists who have chosen CMMOTA as their professional association - the process to get started is as easy as clicking on this link - https://lnkd.in/gpCrXzq and be sure to them The Team sent you!

Continuing Education Opportunity Level 2: Intermediate Thai Massage Location: Saskatoon, SK  Dates: November 13, 2024 to November 17, 2024 Cost: $600.00 + GST Modality: Traditional/Thai/Thai Yoga Massage Credits: 24 Prerequisite: Level 1: Thai Massage Foundations Duration: 30 Hours The primary focus of this course will be to teach you Thai massage acupressure points and stretches in the side-lying, prone and sitting positions. You will learn massage techniques that use your hands, knees, feet, and elbows and efficient transitions between each of these techniques. Each massage position begins with the feet and moves up toward the head. Our courses emphasize hands-on training and practical experience. In addition to working with the instructor and other students, you can practice your new skills on Sirius Health client volunteers on the fourth training day. This course will begin daily with Thai Yoga (Reusi Dat Ton). Course content will progress along four streams of study: Professional, Theoretical, Practical and Ethical. Course content will include the steps to becoming a Thai massage practitioner and introduce the five layers of the body. We will review how to create intake forms and SOAP notes and examine the implications of cultural appropriation regarding Thai massage. By the end of the course, you will be able to perform a complete 120-minute Traditional Thai massage using all four positions. You will also know movements 1 to 30 of Reusi Dat Ton. Schedule: Wednesday: 1pm to 8pm Thursday: 9am to 4pm Friday: 9am to 4pm Saturday: 9am to 8pm Sunday: 9am to 12pm Promotions: Register Before September 25 Level 1 Only: $540 (Save $60) Level 1+2: $1080 (Save $120) CMMOTA: 24 CECs   NHPC: 15 CECs   MTAM: 30 CECs Included: Handbook, Online Course Access, T-Shirt, Certificate Location Saskatoon, SK Instructor Grant Martens learn@thaimassage.school | 306-700-5007

Continuing Education Opportunity SFH DYNAMIC CUPPING™ Location: Multiple Dates: Multiple Cost: Early admission price: $495 Regular: $649 | CMMOTA members save 10% | Contact info@cmmota.com or info@seminarsforhealth.ca to get the coupon code. Credits: 14 Become a SFH DYNAMIC CUPPING™ Therapist and earn 14 CMMOTA credits. This Dynamic Cupping technique provides exceptional benefits for your massage clients. Assists in  maintaining functional joint flexibility Releases myofascial trigger points Liberates painful fascial restrictions Advanced techniques cup without injury or marking 8 different silicone cups target the whole body with exceptional benefits Option 1: No Exam This option is for those eager to gain knowledge but hesitant about taking exams. To earn credits, simply submit your proof of course completion to your professional association. Your proof of completion will be immediately available in your SFH account. Explore SFH DYNAMIC CUPPING™ with no exam pressure. Option 2: Become Certified This option is for therapists seeking certification. You will need to complete an online exam and submit a 10-minute video assignment for review. Some insurance companies may require this step for certification. To earn credits, simply submit your proof of course completion to your professional association for approval. Receive your official certificate by email and a unique SFH emblem to showcase your mastery of SFH DYNAMIC CUPPING™ by email. Your registration includes the recommended cupping starter kit and everything you need to start cupping right away. We also offer an Online Cupping course if you prefer learning at your own pace. Reserve your seat  and deposit accepted. Click for all dates & locations Location Multiple Instructor Seminars for Health Faculty info@seminarsforhealth.ca |403-607-9389

Health and Wellness are an important part of every Canadian’s daily life. We know that life can at times throw you a curve ball – and that is where Massage or Manual Osteopathic Therapy can be there to help! Whether it is reducing the stress of daily life, or helping in your recovery from accident or injury, we know that massage and manual osteopathic therapy can assist in getting you back to a better you. If you want to know that you are getting treatment from someone qualified to practice either of these professions, we encourage you to seek out a RMT or MOT registered with CMMOTA. This will guarantee that you are getting treatment from a professional who has met and maintains the highest standard in the industry. When you choose a CMMOTA registered therapist, you are choosing someone who will tailor their treatment to meet your specific therapeutic needs. Never tried Massage or Manual Osteopathic Therapy? No better time than now to add these treatments to your health and wellness plan. We know that money can’t buy happiness or health, but it can buy either of these two types of treatment, and that is just about the same thing. Regular treatments are a great way to de-stress and reset as you move forward with life! If you don’t currently have a massage and/or manual osteopathic therapist that you are seeing on a regular basis, please consider visiting https://lnkd.in/g696XDP to find a qualified CMMOTA Registered Massage Therapist or a qualified CMMOTA Manual Osteopathic Therapist, because you know you deserve it!!! #everyoneneedsmassage #osteohelps #MOT #RMT #massagetherapylife #cmmotacanada #balanceyourlife #scheduleanappointment #findarmt #findamot