Canadian College of Massage & Hydrotherapy - Halifax

Canada's Premier College for Massage Therapy - "The one that started it all!"

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• The Canadian College of Massage & Hydrotherapy was founded in 1946 when government agencies wanted to create an opportunity for veterans; training them to become massage therapists in order to assist in the rehabilitation of other war veterans.
• The first College to offer Hospital Outreach Programs and diverse clinical experiences, allowing students to become familiar with massage therapy for Sports, Pregnancy, Chronic Pain, Neurological Conditions, and more.
• The first massage therapy school in Atlantic Canada to allow students to earn transfer credits toward a university degree, receiving two years' credit toward the University of New Brunswick's BSc in Kinesiology. Credits can also be transferred to Athabasca University's BSc in Human Science.
• Pioneers in new massage therapy science and research, CCMH is in ongoing collaboration on studies regarding the benefits of therapeutic massage, partnering, for example, with Dalhousie University and the Nova Scotia Hospital to study the effects of massage on addictions and withdrawal management.
• With Atlantic Canada's first ON-LINE delivery of Massage Therapy courses, CCMH continues to be an innovator in the field of massage therapy education.

The CCMH Advantage

• A national footprint: With transferable courses and six campuses across the country, we are Canada's largest massage therapy college. In addition to our Halifax campus, CCMH and its sister college WCCMT have locations in Victoria, New Westminster, Calgary, Kitchener, and Toronto.
• A quality education: Our graduates have consistently ranked among the highest at the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario (CMTO) board exams.
• Economic security: Our default rate for student loans is among the lowest, and our graduates enjoy high employment rates. We have the largest alumni base, which creates a large support network, assisting graduates in obtaining employment.
• Flexibility: CCMH provides students with three different start dates each year enabling them to commence their new career at a time convenient for them, and different options for program delivery (regular full-time, intensive "fast track," and a longer program combining online and on-site study).
• Premiere Partnership Program: CCMH students have the opportunity to work internationally with one of our spa partners upon graduating. Four Seasons, Accor Thalassa, and Hyatt Hotels International are among the employers in our Premiere Partnership network.

The CCMH Campus

Located in the Province of Nova Scotia, the College is situated in the suburb of Bedford, overlooking Halifax Harbour/Bedford Basin, with ample opportunity to enjoy the fresh air and the scenic outdoors. The campus is only a short drive or bus ride from downtown Halifax, home of four major universities and professional sports teams, as well as musical and cultural activities. The College is situated in an architecturally-designed and purpose-build facility emphasizing the salt water view from our windows.

The CCMH Program

The 2280-hour Registered Massage Therapist diploma can be obtained in three different ways:

1. The regular program at CCMH Halifax begins in September, and takes two years to complete.
2. 18 month "Fast Track" program starts each January, takes no vacation breaks, and allows you to study more intensively and finish your diploma in less time.
3. NEW! Three years of a combined on-line/on-site program, with the first two years completed independently by correspondence and final ten months completed on campus at CCMH Halifax.

Each of these options covers the same curriculum, has the same number of hours, and are assessed the same tuition fees.

The students at CCMH will receive training in the following areas:

• Swedish Massage theory and techniques
• Regional Anatomy & Palpation Lab
• Physiology & Pathology
• Pathological Treatment Skills
• Trigger Point Therapy, Fascial Release
• Development of Critical Skills
• Clinical Assessment & Remedial Exercises
• Student Clinic Practicum
• Hydrotherapy (using water and temperature)
• Provincial Law & Rules
• Business, Client/Therapist Relations
• Research & Professional Development

CCMH Affiliations

CCMH is recognized by the following institutions:

• The Private Vocational Schools Act
• The Ontario Ministry of Education and Training
• The Nova Scotia Department of Education
• The College of Massage Therapists of Ontario (CMTO)
• The Massage Therapists' Association of Nova Scotia
• Private Colleges Association of Nova Scotia
• National Association of Career Colleges
• Canadian Council of Massage Therapy Schools

Our graduates are eligible to write the board exams in Ontario, New Brunswick, and Newfoundland and to become fully licensed to practice in these and other provinces. CCMH's program is designed to exceed the minimum requirements of other provincial exams, therefore allowing our students to practice in other Provinces and States. Students are recommended to confirm the specific requirements for the Province and or State in which they wish to practice.

Tuition Fees & Financial Assistance

The cost of the regular full-time program is approximately $7500 per year for two years. For the three year blended program the cost is approximately $3000 in each of the first two years, and approximately $8800 in the final on-site year. Online courses are also individually priced for those interested in taking Continuing Education Units. Please inquire for details.

Various financial aid programs are available for students who meet certain requirements. Our student Financial Aid Officer has all the details and can help you search out and apply for any financial assistance that you may qualify for. Students who qualify for Nova Scotia/Canada student loans may apply their funding to our programs, including our online program.

When considering a profession in massage therapy, we invite you to visit any of our campuses.