TUI-NA MASSAGE

TUI-NA MASSAGE

PROGRAM OUTLINE

Tui‐Na Massage includes the use of hand techniques to massage the soft tissue (muscle and tendon) of the body, acupressure techniques to directly affect the flow of Qi, and manipulation techniques to realign the musculoskeletal and ligamentous relationships (bone‐setting). Tui‐na has a variety of different systems that emphasize particular aspects of these therapeutic principles

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Tui‐Na Massage certificate program is designed for individuals seeking a career in therapeutic massage. The program is also suitable for those who are adding skills to their profession as health care workers in oriental massage clinic, physical or occupational therapy, healing centre, or any other related field.
Or
Being self‐employed by opening own clinic.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

- High School Diploma (or Equivalent) or 19 years old;
- English Language Proficiency Requirement (See. our policy)

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Upon completion of this program the successful student will have reliably demonstrated the ability to:

  • use hand techniques to massage the soft tissue (muscle and tendon) of the body, acupressure techniques to directly affect the flow of Qi, and manipulation techniques to realign the musculoskeletal and ligamentous relationships (bone‐setting);
  • understand a variety of different systems that emphasize particular aspects of these therapeutic principles;
  • employ essential therapeutic communication skills in professional practice situations to effectively work with and educate the public about integrative medical care models;
  • establish professional relationships with TCM colleagues and members of the inter‐professional healthcare teams;
  • assess and treat clients in a clinical setting using effective health related interpersonal skills;
  • promote and advocate for the benefits of Tui‐na treatment to the community;
  • establish a plan for lifelong learning for personal and professional development;
  • provide culturally sensitive care to a diverse client population in the Tui‐na massage clinical setting;
  • identify and articulate the importance of conducting a Tui‐na massage practice in an ethical and professional manner, and within the appropriate provincial and federal legal requirements;
  • apply basic entrepreneurial strategies to identify and respond to new opportunities.

PROGRAM DURATION

400 Hours/20 weeks

COURSE OUTLINE

Course Number Course Name Hours
T-101 Oriental Medicine - Fundamentals 50 hours
T-102 Meridian and Acupoints 50 hours
T -103 Oriental Medicine - Diagnosis 60 hours
T- 104 Human Anatomy & Physiology 90 hours
T- 105 Tuina 40 hours
T- 106 Advanced Tuina 30 hours
T- 107 Tai Ji/Qi Gong 30 hours
T- 108 Practice Management and Ethics 20 hours
T- 109 Clinical Practice 30 hours
Total  400 hours

TUITION AND FEES

NO. Descriptions FEES REMARKS
1 Registration Fee $150 Domestic Students
2 Tuition $3200
3 Book and Course Material $450
Total $3800
1 Registration Fee $250 International Students
2 Tuition $3800
3 Book and Course Material $450
Total $4500

This program has been approved by the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) of the Ministry of Education, Skills & Training.