Canadian Massage and Manual Osteopathic Therapists Association

What is the difference between an “Osteopath” and a “Manual Osteopathic Therapist or Osteopathic Manual Therapist or Osteopathic Manual Practitioner”? This depends on the specific province/territory in which a therapist is practicing. In the provinces of Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba and Ontario the term “Osteopath” is a protected title and refers to a Medical Doctor that has specialized training in Osteopath Therapy. In these 4 provinces the title is protected by their respective College of Physicians and Surgeons. There are currently no schools in Canada that provide this specialized training, rather most of these Medical Osteopaths are trained in the United States. In these provinces those trained in osteopathic manual therapy are referred to as Manual Osteopathic Therapists, Osteopathic Manual Therapists, or Osteopathic Manual Practitioners. These therapists are non-physicians who have been trained in a specialized school of Manual Osteopathic Therapy. In the remaining provinces and territories in Canada, the terms Osteopath, Manual Osteopathic Therapist, Osteopathic Manual Therapist or Osteopathic Manual practitioners are interchangeable, as no title protection exists. In this respect, in accordance with the World Health Organization’s Benchmarks for Training in Osteopathy there are 2 different pathways to obtaining training to become a Manual Osteopathic Therapist. Either pathway leads to the therapist having the same set of professional competencies. The first training program – which is referred to as Type 1 – is “aimed at those with little or no prior health-care training, but who have completed high school education or equivalent. These programs typically are four-year, full-time programs. A typical type 1 program would take 4200 hours, including at least 1000 hours of supervised clinical practice and training.” The second training program – which is referred to as Type 2 – is “aimed at those with prior training as health-care professionals. Type 2 programs have the same aims and content as the Type 1 programs, but the course content and length may be modified depending on the prior experience and training of individual applicants.” This program is typically around 1000 hours in length and is adapted depending on the individual’s prior training and knowledge. You can view the entire World Health Organization Document – Benchmarks for Training in Osteopathy by visiting here: https://lnkd.in/gJvpERyz   For more information on Manual Osteopathic Therapy please visit https://lnkd.in/gSFhjhSA   Interested in joining more than 2850 members who have chosen CMMOTA as their professional association - there is no better time than now to start your membership application - just visit https://lnkd.in/gpCrXzq   #mot #cmmotacanada #osteopathictitles #osteopathyeducation #osteopath #manualosteopathictherapy

Need a couple more CEC’s for this cycle – here is your chance! Join CMMOTA online on December 9 as we welcome Dr. Jess Reynolds for his course entitled Marketing for Wellness Practitioners. Reasonably priced at $45 for non-members and $30 for members you can learn more about this CMMOTA Education Event by visiting https://lnkd.in/g3EupzDT

Research Article – If you are looking for evidence regarding the treatment of Plantar Fasciitis then this is one article that you will want to take a look at and bookmark. Entitled Does manual therapy improve pain and function in patients with plantar fasciitis? A systematic review, the conclusions drawn are positive! Check it out by visiting this site https://lnkd.in/g672n4vq 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

Are looking to directly reach 2850+ massage or manual osteopathic therapists with your message about a product that you have to offer, a job opening, or whatever you may be advertising? At CMMOTA we have a great opportunity to tell you about. Each week we publish a Members Only newsletter to our 2850+ members, and we have advertising space available. To learn more about all of our advertising opportunities please visit https://lnkd.in/gGiAHSsC or contact us directly at info@cmmota.com

Are you a student that will be graduating from a Massage Therapy or Manual Osteopathic Therapy program soon? If your answer is yes, then we have some valuable information to share with you - https://lnkd.in/gq77c3yC For those who are graduating or have recently graduated - CONGRATULATIONS! We hope that you will take the time to consider joining more than 2850 therapists who have made our Association their destination of choice for professional membership following graduation. It is never too early to get the process started, after all we offer free student memberships as well! You can start your application today by visiting https://lnkd.in/gpCrXzq #joinCMMOTA #graduateadvice #graduatingsoon #CMMOTACanada #RMTCareer #MOTCareer #RMT #MOT #massagestudent #massagetherapylife #manualosteopathictherapystudent #massage #manualosteopathictherapy

With the current CEC Cycle drawing to a close at the end of 2024, do you want to expand your toolbox of techniques and grow your knowledge base – then finding your next continuing education course is a must! If you are looking for upcoming continuing education courses, this is a great place to find options available to you. You can find all the courses advertised through CMMOTA by visiting https://lnkd.in/gQVM2YXB #continuingeducation #CMMOTACanada #rmt #mot #learningneverstops

Career Opportunity RMT St. Albert Massage Therapy Inc. St. Albert | AB Type: Contractor Looking to add another amazing therapist to our growing team! We are the number one rated Massage Therapy clinic in St Albert, with more google reviews then the rest. Locally owned and operated by a Registered Massage therapist who has over a decade of experience, strong ties in the community, and can appreciate the value of your position, and the demand on your body. We have recently added electric tables! And a group healthcare plan for all staff working 24 hours a week or more, after 6 months with us. We offer flexible shifts. Open 7 days a week/12 hours a day. 4 separate treatment rooms, laundry facilities and supplies, large open waiting room, front end reception, direct billing more major insurance companies than any other Massage clinic in Alberta and always adding more, online booking and scheduling. Therapists have online access to their complete schedule and soap notes with instant email alerts for changes in schedule. Very user-friendly online system . Substantial clinic advertising budget. Strong online presence. Sub contractor position with Split percentage 60% for qualified therapists, with reviewed raises, as earned. We also have a second location downtown Edmonton. Many of our team members work at both locations for added flexibility. RMT’s are expected to have the following : 2200hour RMT Diploma Keep association membership in good standing Treat patients within their scope of practice. Valid first aid certification Explain home care, with confident rebooking skills Help with light clerical and housekeeping, however full time receptionists to do the majority of this Job Type: Full-time or part time available. EVENINGS AND WEEKENDS ARE A MUST. Please enquire for a current list of all available shifts. Instructions: Apply directly to clinic owner Dawn Nyberg at 780-278-1979 ( text preferred ) or by email at info@stalbertmassagetherapy.ca.

Perspective, and understanding perspective is one of the greatest keys that we can use to unlock knowledge and wisdom. One cultural anthropology professor put it this way – perspective is being aware of the lenses that we use to view the world, and the lenses that others use to view the world. This article takes a look at the different lenses that need to be used to understand modern manual therapies – have a read to gain perhaps a new or enlightened perspective here - https://lnkd.in/drVdnYin 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

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

Continuing Education Opportunity Upgrade with Seminars for Health, Online, in-Person and On-Site workshops Location: Multiple Dates: Multiple Cost: CMMOTA members save 10% | Contact info@cmmota.com or info@seminarsforhealth.ca to get the coupon code. Upgrade with Seminars for Health Online In-Person On-site Workshop Our courses follow two formats: Option 1: No Exam This option is for those eager to gain knowledge but hesitant about taking exams. To earn credits, submit your proof of course completion to your professional association immediately after the course is over. Once the course is over, it will be available in your SFH account. Explore our courses with no exam pressure. Option 2: Become Certified This option is for therapists seeking certification. You must 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, submit your proof of course completion to your professional association for approval. Receive by email your official digital certificate and a unique SFH emblem to showcase your mastery of your new modality. IN-PERSON MASSAGE THERAPY COURSES CranioSacral Therapy Levels 1-2 Myofascial Release Level 1 SFH DYNAMIC CUPPING™ (Bestseller) SFH Intraoral TMJ (Get skilled in helping clients with jaw and neck pain) SFH Orthopedic Massage (Get skilled with soft tissue manipulation to soften adhesions and realign muscle fibers) ONLINE MASSAGE THERAPY COURSES Nerve Flossing (Reduce nerve pain conditions) Aromatherapy (Learn to blend and treat) Specialize in the Neck (Perfect for MVA patients with neurovascular and soft tissue pain) Specialize in the Shoulder (Get skilled with clients with intricate pain shoulder) SFH DYNAMIC CUPPING™ (Bestseller-Learn to apply Dynamic Cupping without marking) Assisted Stretching Therapy (Bestseller-Ad a pre or post-massage modality) KM Techniques (Perfect course for aging population dealing with joint pain and restrictions) Holistic Nutrition (Extremely applicable) Effective Tissue Manipulation (Exceptional content for the therapist wanting to massage with purpose) Target Muscle Release series (Online version of Orthopedic Massage) ON-SITE MASSAGE THERAPY WORKSHOPS SFH DYNAMIC CUPPING™ Assisted Stretching Therapy Facial Lymphatic Massage Aroma Massage Target Muscle Release (Trademark pending) Client Retention Strategies Hot Stone Sign up now! For more information, please contact info@seminarsforhealth.ca Location Multiple Instructor Seminars for Health Faculty info@seminarsforhealth.ca |403-607-9389