Certified Massage Therapist (CMT)
About Course
An accelerated course that saves you time with the same level of instruction and education, that is designed for participants who are disciplined and motivated. Get the definitive, quick-start guide to beginning a career in the therapeutic industry in as little as 8 weeks. Learn and acquire the skills you need to launch a premium business and experiences for clients.
Our fast-track, introductory Massage Therapy program is developed with a strong focus on anatomy, physiology, kinesthetic practices, and introductions to varying massage modalities that are presented in an online and hands-on learning environment.
This unique curriculum is ideal for individuals seeking to begin fulfilling, flexible careers as certified massage therapists. Each participant has access to personal, private mentorship by a dedicated Instructor and experienced massage professional. Having direct client experience and personalized support in our program will fully prepare you to make a smooth transition from student to massage professional.
In addition to comprehensive massage therapy training, as a SMI student, you will also receive practical business training to help turn your passion for massage into a successful, lasting career. Learn to build your client base, manage your time and even be your own boss.
Enrollment
Enrollment is easy. Full course tuition is 1200.00. Simply submit an initial payment of 300.00, and the balance of 900.00 is paid off in installments throughout the course.
- Enrollment starts at 300.00
- Access to private online Student Portal
- All resources and equipment included
Current Session(s)
May 2, 2023 – Jun. 29, 2023
May 15, 2023 – Jul. 5, 2023
Now accepting applications for future sessions.
Next Session(s)
Jul. 25, 2023 – Sep. 21, 2023
Space is limited. To secure your place in the next course, send a message using the contact form below. An initial tuition payment 300.00 is required to complete your enrollment.
Schedule
4 Weeks Online Theory
4 Weeks In-Person Practical
Tuesdays and Thursdays
6:00pm-8:00pm
Practical sessions are held at our studio on Prince Charles Drive at the Incudesk Building, Green and White Complex, Upper Level. Click here to view location on Google.
Ready to enroll?
Enrollment is available upon request. Send us a message below to get started today.
What Will You Learn?
- Foundations of Anatomy and Physiology
- General Kinesiology
- General Pathology
- First Aid Basics
- 5 Massage Modalities
Course Content
Your Course
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Welcome
00:00 -
Online Sessions
00:00 -
Textbooks
00:00
Introduction to Massage Therapy
History of massage therapy, contraindications of massage therapy, self care, therapeutic techniques and ethical principles.
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History of Massage
03:29 -
Principles and Ethics
00:00 -
Transference for MT’s
00:00 -
Palpation Skills for MT’s
00:00 -
Self Care for MT’s
00:00 -
Massage Contraindications
00:00 -
Sanitation & Safety
01:33 -
Client Intake Forms
00:00 -
Therapeutic Techniques
00:00 -
Oils: Carrier and Base
00:00 -
Oils: Essential
00:00 -
Oils: Cold Pressed
01:13 -
Oils: Steam Distillation
01:47 -
Oils: Hydrosol
02:48 -
Oils: Hydrogenation
03:10
Therapeutic Equipment
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Tables or Beds
00:00 -
Face Rests or Cradles
00:00 -
Cushions and Bolsters
00:00 -
Massage Chairs
00:00 -
Additional Equipment
00:00
Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology
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DNA
03:05 -
The Cell: Overview
07:22 -
Transport: Diffusion
03:12 -
Transport: Osmosis
02:59 -
Blood and Blood Vessels
02:18 -
Tissues
03:13 -
Quiz 1
00:00 -
Tissues: Connective
04:48 -
Tissues: Epithelia
04:02 -
Tissues: Muscular System
04:45 -
Nervous System: Explained
01:46 -
Nervous System: Neurons
02:41 -
Nervous System: Spinal Nerves
03:25 -
Nervous System: Autonomic
03:43 -
Quiz 2
00:00 -
Feedback
00:00 -
Cardiovascular System: Overview
02:45 -
Cardiovascular System: Blood
01:38 -
Cardiovascular System: Vessels
02:38 -
Cardiovascular System: The Heart
03:19 -
Cardiovascular System: BP
04:32 -
Respiratory System
03:22 -
Respiratory System: Gaseous Exchange
04:31 -
Respiratory System: Aerobic vs Anaerobic
03:48 -
Quiz 3
00:00 -
Digestive System
04:57 -
Digestive System: Enzymes
05:36 -
Digestive System: Chemical Digestion
06:16 -
Digestive System: Water and Minerals
03:49 -
Digestive System: Vitamins
03:42 -
Digestive System: Carbohydrates
03:36 -
Digestive System: Proteins
03:33 -
Digestive System: Fats
03:09 -
Urinary System
03:55 -
Urinary System: Urine
04:16 -
Endrocrine System
05:04 -
Endocrine System: Blood Sugar
04:34 -
Lymphatic System
08:46 -
Quiz 4
00:00 -
Feedback
00:00 -
Skeletal System
07:16 -
Skeletal System: Landmarks
04:37 -
Integumentary System
05:11 -
Quiz 5
00:00 -
Muscular System: Overview
04:45 -
Muscular System: The Muscles
00:00 -
Anatomy of Muscle
02:11 -
Quiz 6
00:00
The Muscles: Shoulder
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Rhomboid Major
01:56 -
Levator Scapulae
02:20 -
Teres Minor
02:46 -
Teres Major
03:31 -
Infraspinatus
02:48 -
Subscapularis
02:49 -
Coracobrachialis
03:09 -
Serratus Anterior
02:07 -
Pectoralis Minor
01:53 -
Deltoid
04:54
The Muscles: Hip Flexors
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Psoas
03:32 -
Iliacus
02:52
The Muscles: Glutes
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Tensor Fascia Latae and IT Brand
03:00 -
Gluteus Minimus
03:32 -
Gluteus Medius
03:05 -
Gluteus Maximus
03:17
The Muscles: Quadriceps
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Vastus Intermedius
02:51 -
Vastus Laterialis
02:51 -
Rectus Femoris
02:51 -
Vastus Medialis
02:31
The Muscles: Hamstrings
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Semitendinosus
03:06 -
Semimembranosus
03:33 -
Biceps Femoris
03:21
The Muscles: Back (Superficial)
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Latissiumus Dorsi: Internal Rotation
01:58 -
Latissimus Dorsi: Adduction
03:27 -
Latissimus Dorsi: Shoulder Depression
01:41 -
Latissimus Dorsi: Arm Retroversion
01:56 -
Trapezius: Scapular Depression
01:35 -
Trapezius: Scapular Elevation
02:02 -
Trapezius: Scapular Retraction
02:02 -
Trapezius: Lateral Neck Flexion
02:00 -
Trapezius: Neck Extension
02:06 -
Trapezius: Contralateral Neck Rotation
02:00
Introduction to Kinesiology
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What Is Kinesiology
00:00 -
Anatomical Planes: Overview
01:21 -
Anatomical Planes: Motion
03:19 -
Joint Movement
00:00 -
Quiz 7
00:00 -
Types of Joints
10:08 -
Posture Analysis
03:12 -
Quiz 8
00:00
Pathology for Massage Therapists
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Introduction: Homeostasis
03:28 -
Introduction: Cleaning and Disinfection
04:19 -
Introduction: Body and Disease
05:01 -
Introduction: The Immune System
05:23 -
Introduction: Inflammation
01:36 -
Introduction: Stress and The Body
04:43 -
Introduction: Microorganisms
03:28 -
Adhesions (Knots)
02:25 -
Allergies
03:19 -
Anemia
01:47 -
Aneurysm
03:43 -
Arthritis
03:27 -
Atherosclerosis
00:51 -
Bursitis
04:11 -
Cancer
01:07 -
Carpel Tunnel
00:00 -
Cerebrovascular Accidents
02:56 -
Contusion
00:00 -
Contracture
02:01 -
Deep Vein Thrombosis
01:27 -
Diabetes Melitus
03:21 -
Disc Problems
02:25 -
Dislocations
00:00 -
Eczema ( Atopic Dermatitis)
03:20 -
Edema
00:00 -
Fibromyalgia
00:00 -
Fibrosis
01:59 -
Fractures
02:25 -
Gout
01:17 -
Heart Attack
03:00 -
Hematoma
00:59 -
Hemophilia
01:34 -
Hepatitis
01:20 -
Hernia
01:46 -
Hypertension
01:40 -
Hypoglycemia
02:57 -
Impetigo
01:30 -
Kyphosis
01:31 -
Lordosis
01:28 -
Neuralgia
03:14 -
Osteoporosis
02:05 -
Paralysis
00:00 -
Phlebitis (Thrombophebitis)
01:42 -
Psoriasis
00:00 -
Sciatica
01:35 -
Scoliosis
00:40 -
Shingles
03:06 -
Spasm
04:49 -
Spondylosis
01:55 -
Sprain
01:02 -
Strain
00:00 -
Tendonitis, Tendinosis and Tendinopathy
04:54 -
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
03:14 -
Torticollis (Laterocollis, Retrocollis, Anterocollis)
00:00 -
Varicose Veins
05:25
Therapeutic Sequence
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Setting The Massage Room
03:59 -
Techniques: Effleurage
05:09 -
Techniques: Petrissage
04:59 -
Techniques: Upper Back
06:45 -
Techniques: Lower Back
05:14 -
Techniques: Neck
03:08 -
Techniques: Leg
05:57 -
Techniques: Foot
02:37 -
Techniques: Tapotements
02:26 -
Techniques: Shoulder and Neck (Supine)
04:25 -
Techniques: Arm and Hand (Supine)
09:39 -
Techniques: Facial Massage
05:42 -
Techniques: Facial Massage
08:52 -
Techniques: Facial Massage
24:03
Therapeutic Modalities
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What Are Knots?
00:00 -
Myth: Release Toxins
00:00 -
Myth: Deep Massage
00:00 -
Chair Massage
00:00 -
Swedish Massage
00:00 -
Deep Tissue Massage
00:00 -
Prenatal Massage
00:00 -
Hot Stone Massage
00:00 -
Sports Massage: Guide
00:00 -
Sports Massage: Assessments
00:00 -
Sports Massage: End Feels
00:00 -
Sports Massage: ROM Testing
00:00 -
Sports Therapy: Common Issues
00:00
First Aid, CPR and AED
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First Aid Techniques
29:06
Common Conditions
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Sciatica: Cause
01:27 -
Sciatica: Treatment
02:42 -
Sciatica: Exercises
03:49 -
Sciatica: Stretches
01:25 -
Back Pain: Causes
06:05 -
Back Pain: Disc Herniation
01:23 -
Back Pain: Treatment
02:39 -
Back Pain: Stenosis
00:51 -
Back Pain: Degenerative Disc
01:43 -
Upper Cross Syndrome: Treatment
02:51 -
Wrist Tendonitis: Stretch
01:58 -
Carpel Tunnel Syndrome: Cause
00:00 -
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Stretch
01:14 -
Piriformis Syndrome: Cause
01:45 -
Piriformis Syndrome: Stretches
02:09 -
Neck Pain: Cervical Radiculopathy
01:48 -
Neck Pain: Text Neck
01:21 -
Knee Valgus: Assessment
03:02