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Admissions Policies and Procedures

Ontario and Nova Scotia Campuses

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION 2

OUR PROUD HISTORY 2

CCMH AFFILIATIONS 2

CCMH PROGRAM STANDARDS 4

ADMISSIONS MEETING 4

INFORMATION SESSION 4

STUDENT FOR A DAY 4

COMPLIMENTARY MASSAGE 5

PROGRAM OPTIONS 5

ADMISSIONS POLICY 5

SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS POLICY 6

PREPARATORY COURSES 6

APPLICATION PROCEDURE 7

APPLICATIONS FOR ADMISSION 7

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS 9

FOREIGN CREDENTIALS 10

LANGUAGE SKILLS PREREQUISITES 10

TRANSFER STUDENTS 10

UNIVERSITY & TRANSFER CREDITS 11

CHALLENGE/PLACEMENT EXAMS 11

AUDITING COURSES 11

GRADS CAN EARN UNIVERSITY CREDITS 12

RE-ADMISSION 12

TUITION 12

BOOKS AND SUPPLIES 13

FINANCIAL AID 13

CORY MINTZ SCHOLARSHIP 14

CAMPUS DIRECTORY 15


INTRODUCTION We hope that you will choose to complete your massage therapy education at CCMH. Please follow the application procedures outlined in this manual. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Admissions Department at your campus of choice:

Cambridge: (519) 650-5533 ext. 202; [email protected] Toronto: (416) 322-1873; [email protected] Halifax: (902) 484-0158; [email protected]

OUR PROUD HISTORY As a CCMH student you will enjoy a distinct advantage – that of graduating from the oldest and a highly respected and recognized educational institution of massage therapy in Canada. CCMH was founded in 1946 at the request of the Department of Veterans Affairs to serve returning World War II veterans, some requiring rehabilitation and others needing career training. Throughout the years, our career training has kept pace with advancements in the field. Our program is designed to provide you with a thorough and comprehensive understanding of massage therapy and the tools to offer excellent care to your patients.

CCMH AFFILIATIONS CCMH complies with the regulations of the following bodies: • College of Massage Therapists of Ontario • Canadian Massage Therapy Council for Accreditation • Registered Massage Therapy Association of Ontario

• Ontario Association of Career Colleges • Ministry of Training Colleges and Universities • Private Career Colleges Act • National Association of Career Colleges • Canadian Council of Massage Therapy Schools • Ontario Council of Private Massage Therapy Colleges • National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Body Works

• Massage Therapists' Association of NS

• Massage Therapists’ and Wholistic Practitioners’ Association of the Maritimes • Private Colleges Association of Nova Scotia

• The Nova Scotia Department of Labour and Advanced Education

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CCMH PROGRAM STANDARDS CCMH is well known within our profession and clinic owners are aware of the high quality of MTs that graduate from CCMH. We prepare our students to become leaders in the profession. Our program is recognized by the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario (CMTO), the College of Massage Therapists of New Brunswick (CMTNB), the College of Massage Therapists of Newfoundland (CMTNL), and graduates are eligible to take their provincial licensing examinations with any of these regulatory bodies. We offer an intensive course that prepares our students to write and successfully pass these qualifying exams. CCMH’s program is designed to exceed the minimum standards and requirements of our profession’s regulators, thereby allowing our graduates to practice in any province and most regions outside Canada. Students are recommended to confirm the specific requirements for the province or region in which they wish to practice, if known, prior to entering the program. Graduates from CCMH who successfully complete qualifying exams in any legislated province (currently BC, ON, NB, PE, & NL) are eligible to work coast to coast in Canada.

ADMISSIONS MEETING To arrange for a personal interview to discuss our program as well as tour the campus and public clinic, please contact Admissions: Cambridge: (519) 650-5533 ext. 202; [email protected] Toronto: (416) 322-1873; [email protected] Halifax: (902) 484-0158; [email protected]

INFORMATION SESSION Interested in meeting other CCMH students? CCMH hosts regular information sessions so that you can have any questions answered, see the facilities, meet current students and others interested in our program. Please contact Admissions or visit collegeofmassage.com for upcoming dates at your specific campus of interest. STUDENT FOR A DAY Would you like to learn what life is like as a student at CCMH? You are welcome to spend time in classes with our current students, observe our faculty in action, and become familiar with student life. We believe that you will quickly learn what an





exciting place CCMH is to get your Massage Therapy education! These visits must be prearranged through Admissions.

COMPLIMENTARY MASSAGE Discover what it is like to work as a Massage Therapist by receiving a massage from a current student. Prospective students are welcome to contact Admissions to receive a complimentary massage in our Student Intern Clinic. PROGRAM OPTIONS

We offer students the flexibility of three program options: (1) 20-month program

• Begins late August/early September • 4-month summer break between first and second year

(2) 16-month fast-track program

• Begins January OR • Begins late April/early May *classes run through the summer

(3) 3-1/2 year Online/Onsite Blended Program. The online portion is run through the

Halifax campus. To apply to this option, please contact the Halifax campus. • Begins late May

SCHEDULE All program options are full time. At the Ontario campuses, classes run Monday to Friday, from 8:10 am to 2:50 pm. At the Halifax campus, classes run Monday to Friday, from 8:30am to 3:15pm.

In addition, during Terms 2-4, students complete 330 hours of clinical practicum, involving a minimum of one night each week.

ADMISSIONS POLICY At CCMH we evaluate all applications in accordance with constitutional guidelines that protect the rights of individuals from discrimination based on age, gender, ethnicity, race, sexual orientation, citizenship, creed, family status or disability.


SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS POLICY

Early in the admissions process, we encourage applicants to discuss any learning challenges, including limited physical or learning abilities. By doing so, we can provide pre-admissions counselling, including advice regarding funding sources which may assist with tuition or in obtaining necessary learning tools such as technological equipment, tutorials, and other learning aids.

Special needs must be indicated by completion of the Special Accommodations Request form, found on the CCMH website. Special needs must also be documented in a detailed assessment with specific recommendations made by a medical doctor, psychiatrist, or psychologist.

The document must include the following: a) General observations by the medical doctor, psychiatrist, or psychologist b) A description of the impact on the student’s functions c) Identification of standardized tests and assessments performed d) Results of tests and assessments e) Recommendations for the student and the rationale for each

CCMH will do its best to accommodate students who have diagnosed and documented special needs that are disclosed during the admissions process, although we may be unable to meet all recommendations. Special needs not disclosed during the admissions process may not be accommodated. To qualify for special accommodations with the CMTO, CMTNB, CMTNL, or other regulatory body, the graduate must have qualified for the same while at CCMH. However, having special accommodations granted at CCMH does not guarantee that they will be granted by these or other regulators. Visit the individual regulator’s website for further information.

PREPARATORY COURSES All applicants must successfully complete an Introduction to Massage Therapy course of a minimum of 14 hours in duration as a prerequisite to our Massage Therapy program. CCMH offers an Introduction to Massage Therapy weekend course at various times throughout the year. The course is practical and hands-on. For more information about enrollment, dates, and fees, please contact the Admissions Department at your campus of choice or visit collegeofmassage.com. Applicants are strongly encouraged to complete a medical terminology and/or a basic human biology course of a minimum of 35 hours in duration. As a service to our


student applicants, CCMH also offers an online Medical Terminology & Body Systems course free of charge. Again, to enroll, please contact the Admissions Department.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE All applications will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis throughout the year. Early enrollment is encouraged, as classes are small and can quickly reach capacity. A complete application, which meets all requirements, does not constitute a guarantee of acceptance. The deadline for applications is one month prior to the start of the program for which you are applying. Some exceptions, including prior learning or transfer students, may apply. In exceptional cases, with a documented reason, a maximum one-week late start will be considered. Applicants are asked to consider our attendance policy which requires full attendance in all classes, including orientation on the first day of the program.

APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION A complete application consists of the following:

1. Application form accompanied by a non-refundable registration fee ($200 in Ontario

and $100 in Halifax).

2. Official transcripts from your highest level of education attained. Transcripts, high school marks, or proof of Grade 12 equivalent such as a GED Certificate, must be sent directly from the issuing institution. If you are currently taking courses to satisfy Grade 12 or equivalency, you may submit your application prior to the completion of such courses. If you do not have an official high school diploma or equivalency, and are 18 years of age or older, a Wonderlic test will be administered by the college at the cost of $20 to the applicant. Successful completion of the Wonderlic test may serve as equivalency to high school completion for the purposes of the admissions process. If you are unsuccessful after the first attempt, you may be granted a second attempt. If you are again unsuccessful with the Wonderlic test, it is presumed you would not be successful in the Massage Therapy Diploma Program.

3. A CCMH medical form, indicating fitness to study, completed and signed by your doctor.

4. A copy of your most recent resume.


5. Two (2) professional, confidential reference forms, sealed and sent directly to the college or through email, one of which must be from a health care professional.

6. Be able to present valid government-issued photo ID (Ontario only).

7. *Vulnerable sector (police) check issued within the 6 months prior to the start of

school. Applicants for CCMH Halifax must also provide a Criminal Record Check issued within 6 months prior to the start of school.

8. A 250 to 500-word typewritten essay about your interest in Massage Therapy. Your

response should address the following questions: Why do you want to practice Massage Therapy? What has been your experience with Massage Therapy? What do you have to offer the Massage Therapy profession?

9. Successful completion of the Introduction to Massage course and Medical

Terminology & Body Systems course (if applicable).

The following are for Ontario applicants only:

Once your application is processed, an Offer of Admission letter is sent to those eligible. Upon receipt of the Offer of Admission, the following are required for Admittance:

10. Complete and submit the Confirmation of Registration Form.

11. The Admissions Coordinator will contact you to arrange your Educational Interview.

12. Meet with the Financial Aid Officer (FAO) to sign the Enrolment Agreement and submit your tuition deposit. The FAO will contact you to set up a time to meet and answer any questions. Cambridge: (519) 650-5533 ext. 201; [email protected] Toronto: (416) 322-1875; [email protected]

13. Meet with Student Services on the same date.

Cambridge: (519) 650-5533 ext. 215; [email protected] Toronto: (416) 736-4576 ext. 240; [email protected]

14. Note that if you have submitted a Prior Learning Assessment, you will be contacted to discuss course exemptions, set up a challenge exam, etc.






The following are for Nova Scotia applicants only:

Once your application is processed, a Conditional Acceptance letter is sent to those eligible. For a full acceptance to be granted the following must be completed:

10. The Admissions Coordinator will contact you to arrange your Educational Interview.

11. Submission of a professional-looking digital photo. Both Ontario & Nova Scotia applicants:

*If a Vulnerable Sector Check (ON and NS) or Criminal Record Check (NS only) is not submitted in time for the start of the program, you may be granted an extension for this submission to a maximum of 9 weeks at which time you would be dismissed from the program. This extension will only be granted if the applicant provides proof of submission of the application for the record check, and:

A) in the case of no criminal violations (a “negative” report is expected), you sign a document attesting you have no criminal record, or B) in the case of criminal violations (a “positive” report is expected), you consult the provincial regulator/association to determine if you would be permitted to apply for registration and/or membership, and provide CCMH with a letter of permission from the regulator/association.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

International students wishing to apply to study at CCMH must apply for a study permit and/or student visa from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). Students must apply to the program and be granted acceptance prior to submitting their visa application. A copy of their Offer of Admission is a required part of the process. For more information visit www.cic.gc.ca. Once your application has been processed, the following additional documents are required:

Proof of Health Insurance Proof of Residency Status Proof of Language Skills (see below)

International student applicants must commit to arriving in Canada in time to participate in the Introduction to Massage Therapy course prior to the start date of their program. If the applicant is unsuccessful in either completing or passing this course, they must pay for a tutor, approved by the college, to work with them on basic massage skills until the opportunity arises to repeat the Introduction to Massage Therapy course.

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If the student remains unsuccessful after their second attempt, they must continue to receive tutoring, at their own expense, for the remainder of Term 1.

FOREIGN CREDENTIALS Students who have completed their education outside of Canada are required to have their education translated and evaluated by an approved assessor, such as the World Education Services (WES). For more information on WES, call (toll free) 1-866-343-0070 or check their website http://www.wes.org/ca.

LANGUAGE SKILLS PREREQUISITES If an applicant’s primary language is not English, applicants will be required to meet the language fluency requirements for CCMH (see chart). Proof of such must be submitted to CCMH during the Admissions process. Should an applicant not meet these benchmarks, they may be required to take ESL classes simultaneously with our program, or to complete further English training prior to commencing studies at CCMH. If the provincial regulator, in the province in which you intend to practice, has higher language fluency requirements than CCMH requires for acceptance into the program, this requirement must be met before performing the qualification exams to become a Registered Massage Therapist. *Language fluency requirements may be shown via other evidence of English proficiency. For more information, please visit: http://www.cmto.com/becoming-an-rmt/certification-examinations/language-fluency-assessment/

TRANSFER STUDENTS

Students may apply for transfer credits from one of our sister campuses, other colleges with recognized diploma programs in Massage Therapy, or from relevant university or college programs. Each transfer application will be carefully assessed on an individual basis.

Speaking Listening Reading Writing

MELA 8 8 8 7

IELTS (GT or AC) 6.5 7.5 6.5 6.0

TOEFL Internet

Based (iBT) 20 24 19 20

CanTEST 4.5 4 4 3.5

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UNIVERSITY AND TRANSFER CREDITS If you have kinesiology, physical education, or health science credits, you may be eligible for advanced standing in our Massage Therapy Diploma Program. Contact the Director of Education for more information (see below). An applicant who has successfully completed postsecondary education similar to CCMH education may request a Prior Learning Assessment (PLA). It is the applicant's responsibility to request an assessment during the admissions process; this process must be completed prior to enrolment. The Prior Learning Assessment form, the associated fee, and the following supporting documentation must be submitted:

a) Official sealed transcript from the institution where the course(s) were completed b) An outline of the total course hours from each course being assessed

c) A detailed course outline/syllabus from the institution for each course being

assessed. (A course description is not sufficient. A detailed syllabus is required.) The PLA is completed by the Director of Education and will determine whether a student is exempted from a course(s), required to complete a challenge examination(s) overseen by CCMH, or is required to take the respective course(s). Cambridge: (519) 650-5533 ext. 200; [email protected] Toronto: (416) 322-1872; [email protected] Halifax: (902) 484-2080; [email protected]

CHALLENGE/PLACEMENT EXAMINATIONS All challenge exams must be completed and graded a minimum of two weeks prior to the start of the year in which the course is offered. If the challenge exam is incomplete by the deadline, the student forfeits the right to challenge the course and will be required to enroll in the respective course. The fee for a written challenge exam is $50.00. The fee for a practical challenge exam is $100.00. Such fees shall be paid in full prior to completing the examination(s) and are non-refundable. In the case of exemption, a credit equal to the course fee will be applied to the overall tuition amount due for the applicable year of study.

AUDITING COURSES Auditing may be permitted for courses in which a transfer credit/exemption has been granted. This will be approved as determined by the Director of Education, space permitting, and subject to a $100.00 charge per course. No official grade will be





allocated for audited courses. All audited courses are subject to the College’s attendance policies. Please see the Student Handbook Policies and Procedures, s. 6.14 for more details on the course audit policy for current students and graduates.

GRADS CAN EARN UNIVERSITY CREDITS Graduates are eligible to receive university transfer credits should they wish to continue their studies at a school that has an articulation agreement with CCMH. These agreements recognize that the quality and content of the education received at CCMH is university-caliber. CCMH continues to establish transfer arrangements with Canadian universities. Please contact the Director of Education for more details on the current articulation agreements in place.

RE-ADMISSION A student, who has withdrawn from the program for any reason, can re-apply within a one-year timeframe. Re-applicants will not be accepted if any of the following conditions apply:

a) The student has been previously dismissed from any CCMH/WCCMT campus location for any reason.

b) The student has withdrawn from the program on more than one occasion. c) There is an unpaid balance owing on the student’s account from previous

attendance at CCMH/WCCMT. d) There is an unresolved legal issue in progress between the student and

CCMH/WCCMT. e) The student has exceeded 8 terms since commencing studies.

TUITION Unlike public colleges and universities, CCMH is not subsidized by the government. We are therefore supported entirely by fees. Tuition is not subject to HST. Tuition fees are subject to change at the discretion of the college with advanced notice. For information regarding tuition and payment options please book an appointment to speak with the campus’ Financial Aid Officer. Please Note: CCMH’s tuition refund policy complies with the requirements of the Ontario Private Career Colleges Act, 2005 and Nova Scotia Private Career Colleges Act, 2016. Please refer


to ss. 25-33 of O.Reg. 415/06 or ss 34 of N.S. Reg. 96/2016 for details. This policy will be discussed with you upon signing the Enrolment Agreement or Student Contract. Tuition for courses that are being repeated will be billed at the cost for that individual course.

BOOKS AND SUPPLIES Textbooks that are required or recommended are available for purchase from the publisher or e-retailers, such as amazon.ca. For CCMH Halifax students, a limited selection of books is available for purchase at the College. You will receive a book list prior to the start of classes. Students are required to have necessary supplies to begin the program at CCMH. CCMH campuses in Ontario have arranged for students to purchase a supply kit at a discounted rate. CCMH Halifax students receive a linen package at the beginning of the program. Please visit collegeofmassage.com or contact the Admissions Department for details on what is included and to purchase your supply kit. You will receive your kit on the first day of school. Students may be asked to purchase additional supplies throughout the program. Supplies may include, but are not limited to a massage table, lotion, hydrotherapy supplies, etc. Additional scrubs and CCMH sweatshirts are also available for purchase.

FINANCIAL AID Be sure to plan for the cost of your education at CCMH. Our Financial Aid Officers are available to assist students throughout the process of applying for student loans, etc., however, you are responsible for securing your own funding. Students enrolled in the Massage Therapy Diploma Program may be eligible, if qualified, for assistance under one or more of the following components of Student Assistance in the province which they lived in for the 12 months prior to beginning the program: • Canada Student Loans Program (CSL) • Ontario Student Loans Plan (OSL) • Nova Scotia Student Assistance (NSSL)

Additional third-party funding may be available, if eligible, through organizations such as aboriginal education offices or second career funding. You may also consider applying for a student line of credit through your bank which often carries lower interest rates. The Lifelong Learning Plan (LLP) allows you to withdraw amounts from your RRSP to finance education for you or your spouse. And finally, there are many public scholarships and bursaries for which CCMH students may be eligible. Please contact the


Financial Aid Officer for a list to help you get started. CCMH does not endorse or represent these scholarships/organizations. You may also contact the Financial Aid Officer for assistance with your financing and budgeting needs: Cambridge: (519) 650-5533 ext. 201 [email protected] Toronto: (416) 322-1875 [email protected] Halifax: (902) 484-0188 [email protected]

CORY MINTZ SCHOLARSHIP FUND The Cory Mintz Scholarship Fund has been established to honour the memory of Cory Mintz, who at 20 years of age, died tragically in a motor vehicle accident. Cory had a true gift with people. He lived his life with passion and a tremendous devotion to his family and wide circle of friends. The scholarship, in the amount of $4,000, is awarded annually to a new enrollee at CCMH or WCCMT who has demonstrated leadership qualities through past dedication to activities in their community. Details can be found on our website. If you are interested in applying for the Cory Mintz Scholarship, submit a 500-word personal statement addressed to the President, via the Admissions Department. All applications must be received by the end of April either prior to commencing studies, or during the first year of studies at CCMH.





CAMPUS DIRECTORY

CANADIAN COLLEGE OF

MASSAGE AND HYDROTHERAPY

TORONTO CAMPUS 250 Davisville Ave., Suite 225 Toronto, ON M4S 1H2 Toll Free: 1-877-748-7800

Direct: 416-736-4576

Fax: 416-736-9382 Admissions: 416-322-1873 [email protected]

CAMBRIDGE CAMPUS 405 Maple Grove Road, Unit 4 Cambridge, ON N3E 1B6 Phone: 519-650-5533 Fax: 519-650-5507 Admissions: 519-650-5533 ext. 202 [email protected]

HALIFAX CAMPUS 6960 Mumford Rd, Suite 180

Mumford Professional Centre Halifax, NS B3L 4P1 Phone: 902-832-3268 Fax: 902-832-1077 Admissions: 902-484-0158 [email protected]

WEST COAST COLLEGE

OF MASSAGE THERAPY

NEW WESTMINSTER CAMPUS 613 Columbia Street New Westminster, BC. V3M 1A7 Toll free 1-888-449-2242 Direct: 604-520-1844 Fax: 604-520-1831

VICTORIA CAMPUS 818 Broughton Street, Suite 100 Victoria, B.C. V8W 1E4 Phone: 250-381-9800 Fax: 250-381-9801


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