P.I.M.T. Calgary News

Be Aware of Wolf in Sheep's Clothing

I received a very troubling newsletter today. A transient school from Australia was promoting their massage program and touting some statistics of being able to make you a "200% better practitioner" than the licensed schools in Canada. It went on to ridicule the standards set in some provinces and boast how it provided better massage therapists than the licensed schools. It went further and ridiculed the RMT designation of regulated provinces.

Wow.

Let's not even debate the quantification of the statistics that were used. They are ridiculous. Let's look at the real issues.

I am a huge proponent of standardized education. It provides you, the customer, with a level of comfort that you are receiving the type of education that you are paying for. It provides the client you treat upon graduation with a level of comfort that they are receiving true care when they are in your hands. It provides employers with comfort that they are hiring someone who will provide appropriate services and limit liability to their clinic.

Education provides comfort.

Licensed education means that industry has supported the curriculum the school is providing. It means that the school has adequate and up-to-date health and fire certification in their place of business. It means that they have a business license and pay taxes in their city of business. It means they are a part of the community. It means that the graduates meet the minimum standards for licensure in their city. Yes, upon graduation from a program you may need to prove to a city bylaw department that you have actually graduated from a recognized, licensed program before you can begin working as a massage therapist. Calgary is a prime example of this, as is Edmonton.

Licensure means comfort.

Licensed schools very often provide volunteer services to organizations within their city. For instance, we have provided the Kinsmen Telemiracle with massage therapy services for their participants who go on to raise millions of dollars for special needs populations. We raised money for the Canadian Cancer Society by organizing runs and providing the runners with post event massage. We have been involved with the NHL Alumni 3 on 3 Pond Hockey Event that raises money for charities.

Charitable acts provide comfort.

Licensed schools provide bonds to the government to protect your education.

Security in your investment means comfort.

You may not want to come to Professional Institute of Massage Therapy. You may feel that another educational institution can provide you with a better alternative or course that better suits your needs. I applaud you on your diligence so you consider the risks of jumping into a program that doesn't give you the comfort, care and quality that you deserve.

Posted by Rob Thomas on Tuesday, March 2, 2010

Relaxation Massage Certificate starts May 1, 2010

Applications are now being accepted for the 250 hour Relaxation Massage Certificate program. This program is recognized by the Natural Health Practitioners of Canada. It is offered over 12 weekends starting May 1, 2010. To apply go to the "Application" section under the "Calgary" icon.

Posted by Rob Thomas on Wednesday, February 3, 2010

NHPC Approves 250 Hour Program

We are pleased to announce confirmation that the Natural Health Practitioners of Canada (NHPC) has approved the 250 hour Relaxation Massage Certificate under the Massage Therapy Modality.

This program is suitable for licensure in many jurisdictions and provides an opportunity for individuals interested in working in the field of relaxation massage.

The next intake in Calgary for this course is January 16, 2010. Applications are still being accepted, but spots are very limited.

For more information contact Rob Thomas in Calgary at (403) 247- 4319 or Chelsea Reaves in Saskatoon at (306) 955 - 5833.

Posted by Rob Thomas on Wednesday, February 3, 2010

May and June Programs Now Available for Sign Up

We are pleased to announce that our 1,000 hour Massage Therapy Diploma program is accepting students for June 2010 at our Calgary location. We are also accepting applicants for our 250 hour Relaxation Massage Certificate program that starts in May.

We offer a broad range of programs that provides the skill set to allow you to work where YOU choose. If you want to work in a spa, take our Relaxation Massage program. If you like the clinic setting better, then take the Massage Therapy program.

To apply, go to the "Application" icon and fill out the information.

We look foreward to hearing from you!

Posted by Rob Thomas on Thursday, January 21, 2010

Spots Still Available for January 16, 2010!

We still have spots available for the 250 hour Relaxation Massage Program! This Weekend course is recognized by the Natural Health Practitioners of Canada (NHPC) and meets the licensure requirements of the City of Calgary.

Apply by going to www.pimtmassage.ca and going to the "Calgary" section. Then go to the "Application" icon.

This program is offered on weekends for 12 weeks and provides you with a Certificate in Relaxation Massage.

Posted by Rob Thomas on Monday, January 4, 2010

PIMT Students to Massage Montreal Alouettes Prior to Grey Cup

We are pleased to announce that the Calgary campus of Professional Institute of Massage Therapy will be providing massage therapy services to the CFL Eastern Conference Champion Montreal Alouettes.

The Winnipeg campus provided similar services to the Alouettes during the Grey Cup in Winnipeg and we are pleased to continue this relationship. The students value the opportunity to assist these players before one of the biggest games in their career. We would like to thank the Alouettes for their confidence in our school and the students that we are so very proud of.

Posted by Rob Thomas on Thursday, November 26, 2009

Apply for January Today!

As the summer ends and fall (and even winter)settles upon us, it is a bit difficult to move quickly. The sun is shining less and the snow we have received can grind traffic to a halt.

With that in mind, I would like to remind readers that applications are now open for our January programs at Professional Institute of Massage Therapy.

The 1,000 hour Massage Therapy Diploma begins Tuesday January 5, 2010 and the 250 hour Relaxation Massage Certificate begins on January 16, 2010.

Now why should I choose Professional Institute of Massage Therapy?

Quite frankly, with 17 years in operation, we would like our record to speak for itself. We have a wonderful satisfaction ratio and our students continue to reach very high levels of employment.

Not only that, but we continue to listen to those who are hiring to ensure that our programs meet their needs. We tour various facilities during the year and find out new and emerging trends. This keeps PIMT grads on top.

Finally, we have just super staff. I don't thank them enough for what they do, but I appreciate their skills just as I know our students do.

To apply for one of our programs, move to the application icon of the web site and just go from there. We look foreward to serving your education needs.

Posted by Rob Thomas on Monday, October 26, 2009

January Start Date! Apply Now!

I want to thank all of our new September students for attending a Professional Institute of Massage Therapy campus and wish our continuing students all the best as they near the end of their studies. You make us the best!

Massage therapy is a great career option in these recessionary times. Not only are job prospects still good in massage therapy, but you have so many different options. You can choose full-time, part-time or seasonal work, you can work in a clinic, a spa or even on a cruise ship (a number of our grads have chosen this option)!

Are you looking for a new career? Are you finishing a degree and finding job options limited? Did you find a great job only to find you are the victim of downsizing? Then consider massage therapy. Heck, I got into massage therapy in the last big recession and 16 years later I am so pleased I went in that direction.

We have January start dates available at all campuses. To apply click on the city you wish to attend in, and then go to the "Application" icon.

If you are unemployed or under-employed, there may be funding options available and there are also Canada Student Loans available for those eligible.

See you in January!

Posted by Rob Thomas on Tuesday, September 29, 2009

Still the BEST Value!

The results are in and Professional Institute of Massage Therapy STILL provides the best value in massage therapy schools!

At $7,250.00 (Mount Royal charges $8,299.00) our tuition still represents the best choice. Combine that with great employment rates upon graduation, a great reputation forged from all of our schools across Western Canada, and you can see that Professional Institute of Massage Therapy is still THE choice when it comes to massage therapy schools.

We have a few spots still available for January 2010. Apply now to avoid disappointment!

Posted by Rob Thomas on Tuesday, September 29, 2009

Apply today for a "Recession-Proof" Career!

Okay, we all know that there is really no such thing as a recession-proof career, but studies have shown that careers in health-care ride out the waves of turbulence better than most.

Things are really starting to change in massage therapy. Alberta is now on the road to regulation and Saskatchewan and Manitoba could soon be next. The time to get into massage therapy is now.

As an ardent supporter of regulation, Professional Institute of Massage Therapy is committed to providing a high quality program that readies you for the most demanding areas of massage therapy. Your assessment skills and treatment techniques will be very impressive.

Now is the time. Apply today to start a course and become one of the finest massage therapists in North America.

Posted by Rob Thomas on Wednesday, June 10, 2009

Education and Employment Insurance

Did you know that in certain situations Employment Insurance will pay for re-training you?

At Professional Institute of Massage Therapy we have had many students begin new careers with assistance from Employment Insurance. Details are different from province to province, but if you are unemployed and looking to start a career in massage therapy, this may be an option for you.
We have a simple on-line application process to get you on your way. Since you are on our website, simply go the the icon of the city you wish to attend school in, and then click on the "Application" icon.
You're on your way!

Posted by Rob Thomas on Wednesday, April 29, 2009

APPLY FOR OUR ACCELERATED PROGRAM

WE ARE ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR OUR JUNE 2009 MASSAGE THERAPY DIPLOMA.

THIS PROGRAM STARTS IN JUNE AND IS COMPLETED IN DECEMBER.

TO APPLY PLEASE GO TO WWW.PIMTMASSAGE.CA AND CLICK ON THE "CALGARY" ICON AND THEN THE "APPLICATION" ICON.

THIS PROGRAM IS STILL ONE OF THE MOST AFFORDABLE PROGRAMS AROUND AND GETS YOU READY TO WORK IN SETTINGS SUCH AS CHIROPRACTIC AND PHYSIOTHERAPY CLINICS.

PROGRAM STARTS JUNE 1, 2009. APPLY TODAY!

Posted by Rob Thomas on Tuesday, April 28, 2009

June Programs Update - Which Program Works for You?

After very successful January and February start dates we are very pleased to bring you the following new program start dates:

1,000 hour Massage Therapy Diploma - June 1, 2009

250 hour Relaxation Massage Certificate - June 13, 2009

The 1,000 hour program is designed for those particularly interested in the rehabilitation field. Testing and Treatment are the main focus of this program.

The 250 hour program is a weekend-based program for those who want to focus in the spa industry. Swedish techniques and hydrotherapy are areas of focus in this program.

To apply, simply go to www.pimtmassage.ca and click on the "Calgary" icon. From there you can click on the "Application" icon.

Both program are eligible for Canada Student Loans and other methods of funding (these financing methods require qualification and are based on your need).

Spots are very limited as we promote small class sizes, so apply now to avoid disappointment.

For additional information you can call me directly at (403) 247-4319.

Posted by Rob Thomas on Friday, April 3, 2009

WE ARE HIRING!!

Professional Institute of Massage Therapy is growing! Are you interested in becoming a teacher? We have temporary and permanent part-time positions. If you have experience in massage therapy, physical therapy, chiropractic, anatomy or physiology, we may have a place for you in our company. If you are interested, please e-mail your resume to robt@pimtmassage.ca.

Posted by Rob Thomas on Friday, March 13, 2009

The Brier and Beyond! PIMT Students Make a Difference

I am so proud of our students. They are probably the best advertising we can ask for. Why? Because they care about their program, thats why.

We are finishing off a week where our students provided the massage therapy services for the Tim Horton's Brier, a major Canadian sporting event. I want to thank our students for shining brightly and making us proud.

Professionalism leads to success. By what has been diplayed by our students at all campuses, the massage therapy industry is in good hands.

Whats next for the PIMT students? We will tell you soon, but arrangements are being made to participate in one of the most hopeful, inspiring events that occurs across Canada.

Thanks PIMT students! You are the best!

If you are interested in becoming a PIMT student, simply call one of our three campuses.

We are accepting applications NOW!

Winnipeg (204) 775 - 1642

Saskatoon (306) 955-5833

Calgary (403) 247-4319

Posted by Rob Thomas on Thursday, March 12, 2009

Quality of Life Considerations in Changing Times

Canadians are facing difficult times in the months ahead. Jobs are disappearing at an alarming rate. Many people are taking a job just to put food on the table because the "dream job" has disappeared. Or has it?

Recent data indicates that careers in health care are considered "recession-proof". Massage therapy is one of those industries still in demand. The beauty of massage therapy is that it is so flexible. You can work part-time, full-time, take the same holidays as your school children, sleep late, start early - the possibilities are endless.

We are proud to be Western Canada's Professional Massage Therapy training school. With campuses in Winnipeg, Saskatoon and Calgary we have been providing high quality training in massage therapy for over 15 years.

Your dream job is right here - contact us today!

Posted by Rob Thomas on Wednesday, January 28, 2009

Upcoming Classes!

Happy New Year! We are pleased to announce that applications for the following classes are now being accepted:

1,000 hour massage therapy diploma - June 1, 2009

250 hour Relaxation Massage Certificate - February 21, 2009.

In order to avoid disappointment it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. Our student numbers continue to rise and we have very limited seating. One of the things we pride ourselves on is the small class size and focused teaching.

In order to apply, go to www.pimtmassage.ca and click on the "Calgary" icon and then the "Application" icon.

Posted by Rob Thomas on Thursday, January 8, 2009

NEW RELAXATION MASSAGE CERTIFICATE NOW APPROVED!

WE ARE PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE THAT OUR NEW 250 HOUR RELAXATION MASSAGE CERTIFICATE HAS BEEN APPROVED!

THIS CERTIFICATE IS SUITABLE FOR LICENSURE IN THE CITY OF CALGARY AND IS 13 WEEKS IN LENGTH.

WE ANTICIPATE OUR FIRST PROGRAM, WHICH IS BASED ON BOTH HOME STUDY AND ON-SITE TECHNICAL AND PRACTICAL CLASSES, WILL BEGIN IN MID-FEBRUARY 2009.

TO APPLY, PLEASE GO TO WWW.PIMTMASSAGE.CA AND GO TO THE "CALGARY" ICON. FROM THERE YOU CAN REACH AN "APPLICATION" ICON WHERE YOU CAN APPLY ON-LINE.

THIS PROGRAM IS APPROVED BY ALBERTA LEARNING AND YOU MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR CANADA STUDENT LOANS.

Posted by Rob Thomas on Wednesday, December 31, 2008

January Start Date! Apply Now!

Please note that we are now accepting applications for January, 2009 in all programs. To apply simply click on the "Application" icon under the school of your choice.

We know you have choices in your education.

We appreciate your consideration of our programs.

Posted by Rob Thomas on Thursday, November 13, 2008

Massage Therapy During Troubled Economic Times

The news is bleak these days on the economic front. Everywhere you look the news indicates that unemployment is going to rise and job opportunities are going to disappear. It is times like this that I am most excited to be involved in the massage therapy industry.

It was 1992, and we were in another recession. I still remember sending out resume after resume and having no luck on the job front. It was at that point that I made the most significant decision of my career. I went to massage therapy school.

I had always been interested in health care, but massage therapy really intrigued me for another reason - it gave me the opportunity to start my own business. If I couldn't find a job, then I decided it was up to me to make one for myself. The rest is history.

I encourage all people who are wondering what to do next in their lives to explore massage therapy. The profession offers a clean environment, great remuneration, flexible hours and loads of opportunity.

Professional Institute of Massage Therapy has a great history of grad employment. Check us out and take the next step in your career!

Posted by Rob Thomas on Friday, November 7, 2008

January Start Date Available!

Please note that we are pleased to offer our full class offering beginning in January 2009. We are now taking applications and spaces are filling quickly.

The January start date is a smaller class size and is great for people who have been out of school for a period of time and would appreciate a bit more access to the instructors.

To apply simply go to our "Application" link on the web site.

Posted by Rob Thomas on Monday, September 22, 2008

WE ARE HIRING!!

We are very excited with our plans for the coming year. As we find more ways to provide course offerings we also find that we require more employees!

If you have a background in anatomy, physiology or massage therapy, we are looking for instructors for full and part-time programs that will be offered in the coming months. If you are interested in working in any of our campuses, please e-mail me with your resume at robt@pimtmassage.ca

Posted by Rob Thomas on Friday, September 19, 2008

CLASSES FOR 2009

FALL CLASSES ARE WELL UNDERWAY! I WOULD LIKE TO WELCOME ALL NEW STUDENTS AND WISH THE BEST OF LUCK TO ALL GRAUDATES AS THEY ENTER THE MASSAGE THERAPY AND PERSONAL TRAINING INDUSTRIES.
IF YOU ARE CONSIDERING A NEW CAREER, PLEASE CONSIDER OUR JANUARY 2009 CLASSES AT ALL CAMPUSES. MASSAGE THERAPY IS ENTERING AN EVEN MORE EXCITING TIME AS TALK ABOUT REGULATING THE INDUSTRY, PARTICULARLY IN ALBERTA, RAMPS UP.
WE AT PIMT FULLY ENDORSE MASSAGE THERAPY REGULATION AND LOOK FORWARD TO SERVING THE NEEDS OF OUR STUDENTS IN A REGULATED ENVIRONMENT.
IF YOU ARE LOOKING AT STARTING SCHOOL IN JANUARY, PLEASE APPLY ON-LINE OR CALL YOUR LOCAL SCHOOL TO FIND OUT THE ADVANTAGES OF THE JANUARY START DATE!

Posted by Rob Thomas on Friday, September 19, 2008

Does Massage Education Need to Break the Bank?

Does price equal quality in massage therapy education? I sure hope not! At Professional Institute of Massage Therapy we have been astounded at the price increases seen in some massage therapy schools in Calgary. The fact is, when you compare CDI, Mount Royal and our school, we are by far the best value for the money. Our Calgary campus tuition is $7,250.00 and text books and supplies works out to $507.00 plus GST. Mount Royal charges $7,999.00 plus books and CDI is by far more expensive than us.

Do these schools get you more? Quite frankly, they don't. You might get a few more hours, but let's compare what those hours are filled up with. At Professional Institute of Massage Therapy we are committed to providing you with the best in assessment and rehabilitation techniques. We won't add extra hours of "fluff" just to boost our hours.

Are you concerned about the number of hours of education you require should massage therapy get regulated in Alberta? We have been invited by Alberta Health to participate in the Health Professions Advisory Board examination of whether massage therapy should be regulated. We will continue to be on top of this very important issue and continue to provide students with quality education no matter what the outcome.

Posted by Rob Thomas on Wednesday, August 6, 2008

PIMT TO PROVIDE MASSAGE SERVICES AT 2009 TIM HORTONS BRIER

WE ARE PROUD TO ANNOUNCE THAT THE PIMT STUDENT CLINIC HAS BEEN CHOSEN TO PROVIDE MASSAGE THERAPY SERVICES AT THE 2009 TIM HORTONS BRIER IN CALGARY. IN THE PAST WE HAVE HAVE PARTICIPATED IN SUCH GREAT EVENTS AS THE 2006 GREY CUP IN WINNIPEG, THE 2008 KINSMEN TELEMIRACLE IN SASKATOON AND THE 2008 BMO / NHL ALUMNI 3-ON-3 POND HOCKEY EVENT IN CALGARY. THESE EVENTS PROVIDE AN AMAZING ENVIRONMENT FOR OUR STUDENTS TO WORK IN HIGH EXPOSURE, "REAL-LIFE" SITUATIONS. WE WILL CONTINUE TO TRY OUR BEST TO PROVIDE SUCH OUTSTANDING OPPORTUNITIES FOR OUR STUDENTS.

Posted by Rob Thomas on Thursday, June 19, 2008

Calgary Campus Offers Part-time and Full-time Programs

LOOKING FOR A PART-TIME WEEKEND MASSAGE THERAPY PROGRAM? LOOK NO FURTHER! WE HAVE JUST WHAT YOU'RE LOOKING FOR IN FEBRUARY 2008!
LOOKING FOR FULL-TIME? WE HAVE START DATES IN SEPTEMBER!
TO APPLY FOR ANY PROGRAM, JUST GO TO THE APPLICATION ICON ON OUR WEB SITE.
WE WOULD LOVE TO HAVE YOU ATTEND OUR SCHOOL!

Posted by Rob Thomas on Wednesday, May 28, 2008

Welcome June Students! Congratulations Grads!

I would like to take this opportunity to welcome the students who are beginning classes at the Calgary campus in June. The staff here is very excited and look foreward to providing you with the very best in massage therapy education.
With the every new class comes saying goodby to our new graduates. I hope that we hear from all of you soon as you go out and start your careers in the field of massage therapy. Come visit us any time!

Posted by Rob Thomas on Wednesday, May 28, 2008

Thanks to My Staff and Students!

I am a very lucky person. I think that I have the best students and staff anywhere. Bar none.

I went on a recent trip to Winnipeg and visited the school there. While I was there I had a meeting with my staff and was amazed to see the passion that they brought to the school. Sometimes when you are seeing things from a distance, you don't realize the small things that make a difference. I want to thank all of my staff for working so hard to be as good as they can be every day.

Now, I don't want to leave out my students! We recently finished up a few charitable events and I want to take this opportunity to tell all of my students how appreciative I am that they supported us and supported some worthwhile events. Our students were involved giving free massages to the participants and organizers for the Kinsmen Telemiracle in Saskatoon and the BMO 3 - on - 3 Pond Hockey Event in Calgary. The Kinsmen Telemiracle is an event that is close to my heart and we were pleased to make a donation and to see the students so excited to help out keeping the participants in great shape for the full 20 hours!

PIMT staff and students - you are truly the best. Thanks for all that you do!

Posted by Rob Thomas on Wednesday, March 12, 2008

PIMT students work the NHL Alumni 3 on 3 Pond Hockey Event

Professional Institute of Massage Therapy was pleased to announce that its students provided massage therapy services for the NHL Alumni 3 on 3 Pond Hockey Event on February 17, 2008.

Instructor Jonathon Boudreau was a great help. The students found the event very rewarding and the athletes were very appreciative of massage services provided.

We would like to take this opportunity to say THANKS to the NHL Alumni and all of the sponsors and organizers for a fantastic experience.

We were proud to participate in such a great event that helped to raise money for minor hockey in Calgary.

For years we have participated in a series of events that allow our students to "give something back" to the community. These include the 2008 Telemiracle in Saskatoon, the 2006 and 2007 PIMT Run to Fight Cancer and our "Warm Feet for the Streets" campaigns.

This year, instead of hosting a Run to Fight Cancer, we have chosen to sponsor a walker in the 2008 60km Weekend to End Breast Cancer.

I want to thank all of our students who have participated over the years to help make their communities just a little bit better.

Posted by Rob Thomas on Tuesday, February 19, 2008

Assessment and the Standard of Massage Therapy

Have you been for a massage recently? What did you expect before the session? What were your expectations at the end of the session?

I know a person who went for a massage therapy session recently at a physiotherapy clinic in Calgary. The person is a marathon runner and had knee pain. During the treatment, the therapist made the claim that "your IT band is really tight". The therapist then went on to work the IT band.

I asked the patient afterwards if the therapist did any assessment to come to that conclusion. The answer was no.

At Professional Institute of Massage Therapy, we are proud of the high level of assessment skills that we seek from our students. As massage therapists, we need to remind ourselves that strong assessment skills are a requirement to proceed with appropriate treatment.

In both our full-time and part-time programs we are determined to provide those skills. Assessment skills provide you with competence. Competence provides you an ability to provide results. Results make you a trusted caregiver.

To have the greatest success in the field of massage therapy, look to your assessment skills.

If you are interested in our part-time programs, please call one of our campuses. We provide our complete diploma programs on the weekend. Keep your weekday job and train for a new career on the weekends!

Oh, that marathon runner? After some assessment she was put on a treatment regimen and is now back to training!

Posted by Rob Thomas on Tuesday, December 11, 2007

My Head is Dizzy! Are You a Good School or NOT?

Dear Potential Student:

I have a student who recently completed another massage therapy program. She found that program on-line.

It was "coming soon to a city near you" and had a date when it would be in her city.

She thought she asked all of the questions to protect herself. You can imagine her surprise when she was told at the end of the program that the certification she was about to receive was not recognized in the city where she took the course, but it would be recognized in Australia!

Too often I get asked if our course is "accredited" or if it is "recognized". At this point I take a deep breath and try to educate the potential student about massage "standards" and what all of these terms mean. Please allow me to try and give you some information that might help you decide on a massage program - hopefully after reading this, you will choose ours and end up feeling good about your decision.

REGISTERED

First of all, our program is "Registered" in each province we do business in. That means that the Department of Education of that province has reviewed our program and found it meets the needs to give the graduate a reasonable chance at employment. The program provides adequate information and employers have reviewed the content and would employ those who go to a program in a registered school.

Typically, any school that offers a program greater than forty hours and leads to employment must be registered. If it isn't, it may be operating illegally.

ACCREDITED

In Ontario, British Columbia and Newfoundland and Labrador, massage therapy is a regulated profession. In other provinces (we operate in Saskatchewan, Manitoba and Alberta) massage therapy is NOT regulated. In the regulated provinces there is a body called the College of Massage Therapists. Those bodies provide accreditation to educational institutions and also govern the actions of massage therapists. These bodies receive their powers from provincial legislation.

Often, schools might receive accreditation from outside bodies - for instance there are a number of accrediting bodies in the United States. Those accrediting bodies might be recognized by different government bodies (in the U.S.) allowing a person who goes to an "accredited school" to work in a certain jurisdiction. However, if that jurisdiction does not recognize the accreditation, it is of no value. No massage therapy governing body in Canada recognizes an external accrediting body to date.

CERTIFICATION

A certificate is generally a designation that requires you to re-take the materials regularly. Again, it is typical that NON-REGISTERED programs may offer certificates. They might offer a program that is less than 40 hours and not intended to provide career training in order to avoid having to become registered. Contact your provincial goverment Department of Education if a program is offering more than 40 hours of training and is NOT registered.

DIPLOMA

Most private vocational schools offer a diploma. These are typically 1 - 2 year programs that lead to career training. A diploma does not require you to take the material again, but professional associations may require or recommend up-grading your skills on a regular basis.

DEGREE

Some institutes offer a degree. BEWARE. It is a good idea to call the institution and determine what body the school got its "ACCREDITATION" from. Then call a major university in your area. See if they recognize that degree granting body.

At Professional Institute of Massage Therapy we are proud to be registered in all of the provinces we operate in. We have proven that we can provide education that can reasonably lead to employment in each jurisdiction.

Good luck with your school search.

Posted by Rob Thomas on Tuesday, October 16, 2007

GET READY... HERE COMES SEPTEMBER!!

Wow, I can't believe the summer is just about over. It seems just like yesterday we were having our 2nd Annual Run to Fight Cancer, which occured in April. Many thanks to all of our participants. It was a great success and we can't wait to do it again next year.

Speaking of Cancer fundraising, congratulations to Karen Thomas who participated in the Weekend to End Breast Cancer. She raised over $2,000 and walked 60 km. The Calgary walk raised over 5.6 million dollars. I had fun shaving my head in a challenge to help raise money for that cause. it was a small price in comparison to all of the Walk participants who dealt with 38 degree heat over the two days of the walk.

School will be starting before you know it. If you are interested in attending and have not yet applied you better do so soon! We still have a few spots available. Please remember that if you missed the boat for September, you can always apply for the January start date.

I want to thank all of our staff for the past year and look forward to working with them again this year. It is you who make our programs so wonderful.

To our new and returning students, I hope that the coming year gives you the quality education that makes you proud to be a PIMT grad.

Sincerely,

Rob Thomas

Posted by Rob Thomas on Monday, August 13, 2007

WE NOW OFFER IN-HOUSE FINANCING!

Professional Institute of Massage Therapy is pleased to announce that we now have in-house financing available. If you require a loan for your education purposes we can receive approval within 24 hours of applying (OAC).

This product is available to any potential student, but is designed to help those who may not be eligible for traditional student loans.

For more information, contact the school.

Posted by Rob Thomas on Wednesday, January 31, 2007