“Massage and Hydrotherapy”
Course Details
Length of Course
The Massage and Hydrotherapy program is 2 full years in length (2200 Hours)
Program start dates
Program starts twice a year
Beginning of January & August
For more extensive information,
Please visit the Massage and Hydrotherapy Website
Vision Statement
Our program provides quality instruction which strives to balance the mastery of the art and science of therapeutic massage in an interactive learning environment. We envision our graduates as professional, skilled, and competent massage therapists who will play a leadership role in educating the general public and other health care professionals about the value and benefits of touch in creating health and wellness throughout the world.
Entrance Requirements
- 18 years of age at the program start date; applicants under 18 years of age may commence the training with a parental waiver
- Completion of Biology (30) or Chemistry (30) with 65% or higher average
All candidates need to attend a one-day introductory seminar/workshop for massage therapy. Seminars are usually scheduled on Saturdays (9-4pm) and the fee is $75.00 cdn. For more information regarding upcoming dates, please visit or contact the school at (306) 955-2622.
Recognition
The McKay Massage and Hydrotherapy Program (a division of McKay Career Training Inc.) is a registered private vocational school/program of study with Saskatchewan Post-Secondary Education and Skills Training. Our graduates are eligible to apply for Saskatchewan Professional Entry Exams and other provinces (depending on the standards of professional regulation).
How to apply
Donna, our Career Counsellor is ready to help you and answer any questions you may have. Application forms are available at the college or request an information package online.
Financial Aid
McKay Career Training is designated for Canada and Saskatchewan student loans and is registered with the provincial government under Saskatchewan Learning. Contact the college for further information. Canada and Saskatchewan Student Loans may be available to qualified students.
School day schedule
Mon – Fri: 8:50 am to 2:10 pm
Clinic Internship: 1x /wk from 2:15 pm – 6:00 pm (for 18mths)
Clinic Reception: 2-3x /mth from 2:15 pm – 6:00 pm
Attendance
Students are expected to attend classes regularly and be punctual in compliance with school policy and funding agent regulations. Students are fully accountable for any absences, lateness, etc. Missed academic/practical instructional content or time is made up in accordance with school policy at the instructor’s discretion.
Night Labs
Night classes are not offered for this class however regular lab times are:
Job Placement/Practicum
Field placement at Sherbrooke Community Centre
Testimonials
The training I received at McKay was so thorough that I felt confident about not just my skills as a Massage Therapist, but as a business person as well. Living in a small town I find I am given a lot of respect…McKay was an amazing school and taught me so much. It is nothing for me to do presentations, or outreaches around town.
Lindsay Faryon (graduated June 2003)
I honestly believe that my education with McKay has given me the confidence in my skills and abilities that has allowed me to work alongside Physiotherapists and Exercise Therapists. I love that they consider me an equal and ask my opinion on clients, not just tell me what to do with them.
Michyla (Godin) Kielo (graduated June 2003)
In the last few months of our education we researched and developed a business plan and upon graduation was able to implement it into practice.
Wanda Chapman (graduated December 2004)
As a MMHP graduate, I was nervous about starting my own business. After reviewing assignments of the program such as my business plan, written proposals & other resources, I realized I was given all the tools to confidently begin a massage business at home. Aside from being an MTAS member, there were opportunities to explore other modalities that compliment massage therapy thus broadening my treatment types.
Michelle (Bear) Leniuk (graduated December 2006)
Central Avenue Health Centre has purposefully recruited our massage therapists from McKay Career Training. It has been our experience that McKay graduates are well trained, very knowledgeable and highly skilled.
Central Avenue Health Centre
Course Overview
Year One
- Gross Anatomy (lab)
- Systems Anatomy/Physiology (lab)
- Introduction to Pathology
- Massage Theory, Principles and Techniques
- Clinical Assessment
- Introduction to Remedial Exercise
- Clinical Management/Conferences 1
- Basic Body Awareness
- Professional Development: Communication & Therapeutic Relationships
- Manual Muscle Testing/First Aid-CPR
- Clinical Internship 1
- Study Skills/Human Relations/Resources
- Ethical Standards of Practice
Partial Professional Development Curriculum for First Year Students
- Study skills/Exam Writing Strategies
- Ethical Principles
- Standards of Practice
- Therapeutic Relationships
- Ethical Practice Management
Year Two
- Advanced Physiology/Special Topics
- Advanced Pathology/Special Topics
- Hydrotherapy: Advanced Theory & Techniques
- Advanced Massage Treatments
- Peripheral Joint Mobalization
- Applied Kinesiology
- Clinical Management/Conferences II
- Integrated Body Awareness
- Professional Development: Business Development/Professionalism
- Advanced Technique Workshops
- Clinical Internship II
- Field Placement and Outreach Program
- Research
Partial Professional Development Curriculum for Second Year Students
- Mentoring
- Resume/Job Search/Interviewing Skills
- Business/Client Development
- Professional Memberships
- Year Two Comprehensive Exams
Field Placement
In the last quarter of training, students have two field placements. The first is one morning a week for ten weeks at the Sherbrooke Community Centre. Each student will have the opportunity to work with the residents of Sherbrooke, addressing their concerns and performing massage.
Our second field placement is a community partnership with SARBI (Saskatchewan Assoc. for the Rehabilitation of the Brain Injured) in which the students will work with SARBI’s clients for four visits bringing compassionate touch into the lives of those with mild to severe acquired brain injuries.
