Massage Therapy College of Manitoba
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
http://www.massagetherapycollege.com/

PUBLIC HEALTH

This course introduces students to the concepts of wellness, health promotion, disease prevention and how these concepts relate to massage therapists. Students will gain an understanding of how specific communicable diseases are transferred and how massage therapists can help prevent or even eliminate the spread of certain diseases. Students also learn how massage therapists can work in conjunc......
 

The Ethics course introduces students to ethical standards of practice in the field of massage therapy. Students focus on the development of personal awareness, empathy, compassion and interpersonal communication skills. Through lecture, group activities and role playing students explore many issues and situations commonly encountered in our profession. Areas covered are topical in today’s soci......
 

The science behind massage therapy and its benefits has become more evident in recent years. While studies continue to prove our efficacy, the artistic side of our profession must never be forgotten. Incorporating the philosophy and movement flow of tai chi and eastern medicine allows our therapists to stay relaxed and centred even after a long day. In this practical course, students explore th......
 

The Nutrition course introduces students to the basic science of healthy and unhealthy eating habits. Students learn the relationship between nutrition and physical activity, disease prevention and optimum health. Students also examine popular diet approaches and why most don’t work. Eating habits of other cultures and how a lack of proper nutrition affects massage treatments and healing are al......
 

Pathology is the study of disease and how the body responds to it. In this course, students will learn the science of pathology: cell adaptation, stages of inflammation, how the body protects itself through the immune response. Throughout the course, we examine the altered states of health which occur during periods of disease or injury and how massage therapy can be of benefit or in some cases......
 

Injuries in sport can be debilitating, both physically and emotionally, for elite and casual athletes alike. In this course, students analyze selected sports injuries, mechanisms of injury, preventative and protective guidelines and injury adaptations. Provision of care, in all stages of healing is explored from a massage perspective, as are the treatment approaches of other health care profess......
 

Massage therapy is just one of many disciplines utilized in the treatment of musculoskeletal problems. The Associated Therapies course introduces students to alternative treatment approaches which often complement our own. Students are exposed to chiropractic, reflexology and aromatherapy, among others. These half-day information workshops prepare students to make informed decisions when referr......
 

The appropriate use of hot and cold therapies can dramatically reduce healing and recovery time. In this course, students study and administer a variety of hydrotherapy applications: body wraps, foot baths, ice packs and thermal variations. Through practical application, students feel the effects of each technique and develop group presentations on their protocol and effectiveness....
 

The ability to identify movement impairment syndromes is crucial when assessing painful dysfunctions. In this course, students analyze the biomechanics of dynamic movement and how, through injury and muscle dysfunction, their movements can become impaired. Drawing from first year anatomy knowledge, this second year course enhances the ability to critically think and effectively identify muscle ......
 

In this course students focus on the philosophy, physiology and practical applications of sports massage techniques. Specialized pre and post- event techniques, as well as injury rehab protocols, are explored in detail. Psychological aspects of working with competitive, elite athletes is discussed as are the principles of sports nutrition, injury prevention and training....
 

In the MET segment of the sports massage course, students gain a theoretical and practical understanding of how these techniques can be used in conjunction with a massage therapy treatment plan. Through the application of advanced MET, students learn to effectively stretch, strengthen and mobilize muscle, fascia and other soft tissue structures....
 

In a profession such as ours, where therapists can chose from a multitude of career directions, a variety of business skills are mandatory to ensure success. In this course, students learn basic business principles and develop specific skills in areas such as marketing, promotion and small business accounting. Along with business concepts, licensing procedures throughout the country and the ben......
 

The ability to effectively treat complex conditions requires a variety of technique approaches. Musculoskeletal disorders often present a challenging array of signs and symptoms. Interpreting these appropriately, in order to develop effective treatment plans, requires specific assessment and intuitive skills. This course is designed to integrate the skills and knowledge of previous semesters in......
 

The theory and practice of Myofascial Release techniques is just one of many hands-on approaches students study at the college. The anatomy of fascia and related structures and how they influence pain syndromes or restrict complete range of motion, are examined throughout this course. Alternative structural assessment protocols and scar tissue techniques are also developed in this practical class....
 

Remedial exercise is often an integral component of any complete massage therapy session. Effectively correcting soft tissue and joint imbalances requires a variety of exercise approaches. In this course, students develop their ability to plan and implement remedial exercise programs that complement their massage therapy treatments. Exercise variables and progressions are reviewed in detail as ......
 

Training at The Massage Therapy College of Manitoba involves over 2200 hours of intensive theory and practical course work. Students are in classes a total of 80 weeks and when taken full time, these weeks consist of 4 equal semesters spanning 20 months In year two, our advanced year, students are provided with a theoretical and practical transition from relaxation massage to advanced remedial......
 

While anatomy is the study of human structure, physiology is the study of human function. In this course, students are introduced to the body on a cellular level. Tissues, organs and how their systems influence our ability to live and function will be examined under all kinds of conditions. How does my heart keep me alive? How do hormones affect my emotions? These questions and many more will b......
 

The Anatomy course focuses on the structure of the human musculoskeletal system. Areas of study include the entire body: joints (arthology), bones (osteology), muscles (myology) and the nervous system (neurology). Utilizing video, palpation exercises and body mapping, students explore the complex relationships these areas have to one another. Anatomy I includes a supervised lab, allowing for ad......
 

In this course, students explore the multidimensional aspects of massage therapy. The power of touch, expressed through hands-on techniques, is developed throughout this full-year course. The study of the scientific principles and artistic applications, refined over centuries, gives students a knowledge base that forms the heart of the MTCM program. Psychological and physiological components of......
 

Courses such as anatomy and physiology cannot be fully understood or appreciated without a grounding in medical terminology. This course explores the origins of common medical and anatomical terms which enables students to communicate more professionally. This interactive class reviews all systems of the body and provides students with a solid foundation for other courses. ...
 

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