Official program outline
Program description
There are two options for progression, a fast track and a regular stream option. Both are six semesters in length with the regular stream taking three years in the traditional way (Sept.-April, summer off). The fast track takes two years to complete with no summer break.
There are two intakes for the course; the fall intake has a regular and fast track option and a January intake offering the fast track option. Graduates qualify to write the entrance to practice exams as laid out by the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario.
Why choose Georgian?
Students will gain hands-on experience in the new Massage Therapy Clinic within the state-of-the-art Centre for Health and Wellness. The clinic includes 44 massage tables and a separate room for exercise treatments.
Lab/professional experience
There are three professionally related experiences for our students:
1. The students take part in our public clinic treating a variety of clients.
2. The students participate in outreach programs, which are opportunities to treat specific conditions or pathologies to further enhance their experiences.
3. Labs are part of each semester, where students learn to hone their techniques.
Employment
Students may become employed in chiropractic clinics, physiotherapy clinics, hospitals, medical centers, private physician’s offices, long term care facilities, professional and amateur sports teams, fitness institutes, aesthetic and health spas, private corporations/industries and teaching environments.