Swedish Relaxation Massage Program

Licensed under Private Vocational Schools Act of Alberta
Operated Under Calgary College of Holistic Health & Clinics Inc.

The safest massage technique, it was developed by Dr. Ling of Sweden

Definition: Scientific and systematic manipulation of the soft tissues of the body

"One of the greatest contributions of the Swedes and Norwegians this side of their beautiful fjords is body massage, a delightful luxury everyone should enjoy. For utter release from worry and tension, for that easy moving muscle and for the refreshed, relaxed feeling that can add joy to living, I heartily recommend a body massage now and then by a trained masseur or masseuse."

"The value of body massage:

• Its great for relaxation and body well being
• It can improve your circulation and take a load off your heart
• It reduces body fluid collecting in the legs and dependant portions of the body – especially good for the heart patient and the person standing for prolonged periods
• Arthritis patients benefit from the renewed circulation that massage can bring to painful and creaking, aging or diseased joints. Full range of motion is also valuable to keep them moving smoothly
• Athletes benefit by having waste products rubbed away from vigorously exercised muscles, preventing much of the after aching and soreness"

J. Dewitt Fox, M.D., F.A.C.

"The judicious use of massage is, for both physical and psychological reasons, helpful and efficacious."

American Handbook of Psychiatry

"Massage and manipulation of the muscles in the face, head, neck and shoulders as practiced by masseurs can ease or even eliminate headaches and produce a psychologically calming effect."

Joseph Tollison, M.D.
Headache: A Multi Modal Program for Relief

"I recommend massage to athletes of any level of ability… it not only improves your performance, it will speed your recovery time and cut down on the number of injuries."

Mary Decker
Athletic Massage by R. Phaigh & P. Perry

Swedish Relaxation Massage Certificate Program - 250 Hours

Licensed under Private Vocational Schools Act of Alberta
Operated Under Calgary College of Holistic Health & Clinics Inc.

Course Content

• Human Anatomy
• Human Physiology
• Indications of Massage
• Theory of Massage
• Health Values of Massage
• Self Care
• Ethics and Professionalism
• Hygiene, Pathology
• Contraindications of Massage and Limitations
• Practical Skills of Massage (supervised)
• Business & License Procedure, Association Membership, benefits, privileges
• Introduction to Essentials of Advanced Massage Technique (Please refer to Advanced Massage Techniques)
• In this course you will learn: In-depth Anatomy, Physiology, Pathologies or Disorders of each System; plus Limitations or Indications of Massage for Specific Conditions.
• “Since the massage therapist is becoming a more significant part of Western health care system, she/he must be able to communicate with other health care professionals intelligently and accurately about disease and their response to massage therapy.
• Massage therapists must be able to recognize the major characteristics of disease from which their clients may suffer so as to be able to avoid appropriate massage strokes, give accurate information to these clients, and refer them to appropriate physicians when it is indicated.”

Dr. Don Newton, MA. DC

Dates

1. Fall Semester 2009 ~ 250 hours
   15 Weekends: 10:00am - 6:00pm
   Starting Date: Saturday, Sep 5, 2009
   Ending Date: Sunday Dec 13, 2009
   NOTE: There will be no classes on Victoria Day (May 18)
   Course Status: Class is full. Only accepting waiting list applications.
   
   
2. Spring Semester 2010 ~ 250 hours
   32 Weekdays: 10:00am - 6:00pm
   Starting Date: Monday May 10, 2010
   Ending Date: Wednesday June 23, 2010
   Note: There will be no classes on Victoria Day (May 31, 2010)
   Course Status: Now Accepting Applications.
   
   
3. Fall Semester 2010 ~ 250 hours
   15 Weekends: 10:00am - 6:00pm
   Starting Date: Saturday, Sep 4, 2010
   Ending Date: Sunday Dec 12, 2010
   Course Status: Now Accepting Applications.

Fees (Fees are approved by Revenue Canada for Tax Deduction)

Subject to change without notice

• The total fee is CDN $3500.00 (including a CDN $150 non-refundable registration fee). Full payment must be paid by cash (in person only), money order, certified cheque, or Visa before class starts. (Sorry, no personal cheques)
• Supplies: Textbooks, linens and oils - CDN $425
• Financial assistance may be available for qualified applicants
• All tuitions are tax deductible
• Prerequisites: Grade 12 or equivalency. Proof of English Proficiency.

Application Form

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Post Graduation

www.amtwp.org
http://www.aatherapeuticmasseurs.org

Upon satisfactory completion and receiving the College Certificate, the graduate will be eligible to apply for membership in:

1. The Association of Massage Therapists and Wholistic Practitioners (www.amtwp.org, Toll-Free number 1-888-711-7701), and/or,
2. The Alberta Association of Therapeutic Masseurs.
   Please visit http://www.aatherapeuticmasseurs.org for registration information.

Note: As of April 27, 1995, the City of Edmonton, and as of April 1, 1998, the City of Calgary require 250 hours of training before granting a Massage practitioner License.

Medical School (BACS Medical Centre) and Library Access

This privilege and opportunity to our students is a learning experience of a lifetime! We greatly appreciate the generosity and kindness of the BACS MEDICAL CENTRE and Medical Library staff to make this possible.

Employment and Recognition

Our massage graduates in Alberta have in past years obtained employment at various facilities such as Chiropractic Clinics, Naturopathic Clinics, Beauty Salons, spas, Sport & Health Centers, AND Athletic Teams & Cruise Ships. Of course, you can also open your own practice and be self-employed. Under the new by-law you can apply for a home-based mobile massage license without having affiliation with another clinic.
Our college will assist our graduates in contacting any job offers, but we do not guarantee employment.

Program Duration

Standard length of our program is:

1. Part-Time: fifteen (15) weekends with 250 hours of classroom instruction, including West Jet wellness program OR a field trip to the U of C Medical School
2. Full-Time: crash course Monday to Friday for 32 days (approx. 7 weeks) with 250 hours of classroom instruction including a field trip to the U of C Medical School

Other Information

For the last 8 years all of our classes have filled up a month in advance, and we have ended up with long waiting lists. All our registration is based on a first come first serve basis so if you are serious register now and avoid waiting!