- ANAT101 Intro Anatomy & Physiology
- ANAT140 Medical Terminology
- ETHC100 Assessment & Ethics
- HLTH102 Self-Care for Therapists
- HLTH131 Therapeutic Exercise
- KINE111 Foundations in Kinesiology
- MGMT104 Intro to Management
- MGMT107 Business Applications
- MSTY100 Practicum
- MSTY105 Relaxation Massage
- MSTY110 Breast Massage
- MSTY121 Lymphatic Massage
- MSTY133 Seated Chair Massage
- MSTY150 Clinicals
- MSTY205 Therapeutic Massage
Hours: 1200
ANAT 101 – Intro to Anatomy and Physiology:
This class will be an introductory lesson on the body’s anatomy and physiology. You
will learn about anatomical positions, blood types, medical imaging, and various
systems that occur in the body (ex. the nervous system, the endocrine system etc.) and
other topics that will help understand the body from an anatomical perspective.
ANAT 140 – Medical Terminology:
This class will dive into the various terms that are used in the health care profession.
This will help you to understand the problems that a client may have and any referrals
from other health care professionals. This class will give you the understanding of the
body and the terms that are used to describe it from a scientific basis.
ETHC 100 – Assessment & Ethics:
This class will help prepare you for problems and situations that may arise in the real
world where ethical boundaries are called into question. This will also help you to
develop a thorough assessment about your client so that you can give them a
treatment that is tailored to them and their particular conditions. Topics covered in this
class are the most important basics for a massage therapist to understand.
HLTH 102 – Self Care for Therapists:
In the class you will learn the most important part of your career, taking care of
yourself. This includes an effective way to maintain your physical and mental health as
well as proper way to ensure that your job is not taking advantage of you. This class
goes over simple and easy steps to maintain self-care so you can continue in the
industry for a long time.
HLTH 131 – Therapeutic Exercise:
This class will equip you as a therapist to learn and understand the importance of
different therapeutic exercises as well as the correct way to conduct them. These are
exercises that can be taught to the client, so they are able to maintain the level of pain
relief through the times in between massage therapy treatments. You will also learn
basic stretches that can be implemented throughout the therapeutic massage
treatment.
KINE 111 – Foundations in Kinesiology:
This class will be all about introducing the discipline of kinesiology and how it applies
in the sense of massage therapy. We will also discuss the connection between exercise
and health and how that could be good for both yourself and your client. This course
will also help with the understanding of how exercise, health and massage can affect
prevalent diseases within our society.
MGMT 104 – Intro to Management:
In this class, students will be taught basic management skills that will be useful when
managing a team or staff. This is a beneficial class to those wanting to open up their
own practice and manage a successful business. We will go in-depth on case studies of
good management versus bad management and how it all affects the business.
MGMT 107 – Business Applications:
This class will equip you in using business applications, such as Microsoft office, to
perform tasks relevant to business practices in various areas. You will also learn how
these business applications can be used to solve business problems and support
decision-making problems. We will mainly be focusing on Microsoft Excel and its ability
for data/financial analysis.
MSTY 105 – Relaxation Massage:
This class is to help you understand the basics of a relaxation massage routine and how
to complete the routine effectively and safely.
MSTY 110 – Breast Massage:
This class is to help you understand the basics of a breast massage routine and how to
complete the routine effectively and safely.
MSTY 121 – Lymphatic Massage:
This class is to help you understand the basics of a lymphatic drainage massage routine
and how to complete the routine effectively and safely.
MSTY 133 – Seated Chair Massage:
This class is to help you understand the basics of a seated chair massage routine and
how to complete the routine effectively and safely.
MSTY 205 – Therapeutic Massage:
This class is to help build off the basics you learned in relaxation massage and translate
them into an effective therapeutic massage routine. You will also go over how to
complete the routine effectively and safely, as well as how to complete effective
documentation.
Over the course of eight weeks, students will be required to attend 250 hours
at a massage therapy related industry. While under the placement program,
students are to complete a minimum of 25 hours of massage-related activities
such as hands-on massages as well as the theory and operations involved in
massage therapy. These practical assessments are opportunities for students
to display several of the modalities they have been exposed to since the
beginning of the year such as relaxation, therapeutic, seated, breast, and
lymphatic drainage massage. The practicum will also expose the student to
learn through direct lived experiences as well as provide them with the
confidence to perform their duties. Students will be given feedback by the
supervisor and instructor who over the course of the eight weeks will be
highlighting any shortcomings in a student’s performance. These are areas
where the student can ensure they improve for their practical exam.
In addition, these assessments are key in ensuring that students are
maintaining the necessary professionalism required in massage therapy.
Adhering to the needs of the client in a responsible manner is an utmost
priority for NAKH Institute of Education and we will not tolerate any violation of the
ethics of touch.
Over the course of their first year, students will need to complete 100 hours of clinical
practice. This is any time that is spent practicing their trade outside of lecture time. This
clinical practice equips the students to enhance their routines and display knowledge
that they have received so far. These hours will be tracked by a clinical hour tracking
form that the students will be responsible for. Students will be given feedback by the
instructor or TA who will be highlighting any shortcomings in the student’s
performance. These are areas where the student can ensure they improve before their
practicum and practical exams.
As a requirement for a student to graduate from NAKH Institute of Education, they
must complete 50 case studies, designed to prepare and adequately equip the student
with the necessary hands-on experience in assessments. In addition, by becoming well
acquainted with the process, students can be better prepared for their practical
assessment.
Furthermore, these case studies will provide the students with various real-life
situations necessary for assessment, which can further aid in the students
performance. Upon signing of these case studies, the instructor will book your
practical exam for a future date. Without these case studies complete, a
student cannot book a date to complete their practical exam.
Theoretical and practical knowledge are key components to succeed in our
massage therapy program. In order to adequately demonstrate that a student
has sufficiently learned the material, students will be given a 2.5 hour written exam that
is comprised of all of the material covered in all modules and assignments, including in
class discussions and topics addressed in the classroom. The exam is designed to allow
students to successfully demonstrate their theoretical knowledge of various modalities
and techniques covered in the course of the year. The exam will be an open book
exam, providing students with access to all of their course textbooks, assignments and
case studies.
Students will be required to perform hands on massages and assessments on the
instructor after completion of that course. The instructor will ask the student to
perform several different modalities and techniques and will be evaluated
throughout the entire duration of the massage. This will be similar in nature to
several of the hands-on massages that the student has done throughout the
duration of their practicum. The practical exam provides the student with the
opportunity to confidently display their understanding of the material they
have learned thus far as well as apply many of the skills they have obtained
over the course of the practicum.
All our classes are based on a pass/fail marking scheme. If you request a letter grade,
one shall be given to you. A B- (70%) or higher is required in order for you to receive a
passing grade and failing to get that grade will result in a FAIL. You must then re-take
the class, or with the instructor’s permission, re-do an exam or assignment.
Late submission of individual assignments are subject to the following: 20%
will be deducted from late assignments received within 24 hours of the time
due, and 40% for those within 48 hours. Assignments submitted more than 48
hours past deadline will not be accepted, and the student will receive a mark of
zero for that submission—except with the prior approval of the instructor
under extreme circumstances.
If you miss the written or practical exam for health reasons, you must
contact your instructor prior to the exam. Verification of illness supported by a health
professional’s note will be required. Medical notes must include: the date you were
examined by a doctor, a clear statement indicating that due to the severity of the
illness you were unable to write the exam on the scheduled date as well as
the signature of your doctor. A deferred exam may be granted at the discretion
of your instructor, however students cannot expect such a result.
While all assignments and exams will be marked with consideration and
fairness, any dispute or debate over marks needs to be brought to the attention
of the instructor within one week of the assignment or exam being marked.
Students who fail to do so will not receive any opportunity to make-up any
portion of the assignment value.
Students are responsible for reviewing, understanding, and adhering to
NAKH Institute of Education’s policies. Students are at all times to reflect and emulate
the ideals of inclusiveness and respect for all staff and students. A pleasurable learning
environment is necessary for the success of all students and thus NAKH Institute of
Education requires all students to be consciously aware of their surroundings. Students
can refer to our social policies and procedures, which are outlined in their Student
Handbook. The student handbook gives immediate access to documentation
pertaining to:
• Student Loan Repayment strategy
• Cancellation & Withdrawals
• Respect
• Smoking
• Stealing
• Cheating
• Attendance
• Safety
• Technology
• Student Complaint Process
• Student Responsibility
• Student Action Plan
- HLTH231 Health, Fitness & Performance
- KINE260 Biomechanics & Pathomechanics
- MGMT204 Business Management
- MGMT208 Business Ethics
- MSTY200 Practicum
- MSTY207 Deep Tissue Massage
- MSTY220 Orthopedic Massage
- MSTY237 Pregnancy Massage
- MSTY241 Sports Massage
- MSTY250 Clinicals
- PATH201 Fundamental Concepts in Pathology
- PATH211 Illnesses & Diseases
- PATH312
Risks & Benefits of Massage Therapy in
Pathology - PHAR211 Pharmacology for Massage Therapy
Hours: 1000
HLTH 231 – Health, Fitness & Performance
In this class, students will learn basic exercise physiology as well as learn about critical
topics relating to exercise such as: metabolism, cardiovascular health, respiratory
health, neuromuscular/skeletal balance and neuroendocrine/immune health. Students
will learn how to guide their clients to overall wellness using massage therapy as well as
exercise science.
KINE 260 – Biomechanics & Pathomechanics
Students will learn the difference between biomechanics and pathomechanics, and
how they work together for the body’s overall movement. We will learn about motions
that result in injury and how massage therapy can be used to treat those injuries.
MGMT 204 – Business Management
Expanding on the basics taught in MGMT 104, students will learn not only how to be
an effective manager, but about all the aspects that go into running and managing a
successful business. Topics that will be covered in this class: basic expenditures, basic
accounting and bookkeeping, payroll, lease agreements, hiring and firing, daily
operations etc.
MGMT 208 – Business Ethics
In this class, students will learn about appropriate business policies and practices
related to controversial topics as well as how to deduce through ethical principles and
problems. Also taking an in-depth look at the 7 principles of ethics in business,
students will learn how to incorporate that into day-to-day workings of their business.
MSTY 207 – Deep Tissue Massage
This class is to help build off the basics you learned in first year massage classes and
translate them into an effective deep tissue massage routine. You will also go over how
to complete the routine effectively and safely, as well as how to complete effective
documentation.
MSTY 220 – Orthopaedic Massage
This class is to help build off the basics you learned in first year massage classes and
translate them into an effective orthopaedic massage routine. You will also go over
how to complete the routine effectively and safely, as well as how to complete effective
stretches in the massage for optimal pain relief.
MSTY 237 – Pregnancy Massage
This class is to help build off the basics you learned in first year massage classes and
translate them into an effective pregnancy massage routine. You will also go over how
to complete the routine effectively and safely, to ensure that you are not putting the
fetus or mother at risk for any harm.
MSTY 241 – Sports Massage
This class is to help build off the basics you learned in first year massage classes and
translate them into an effective sports massage routine. You will also go over how to
complete the routine effectively and safely, as well as how to complete effective
stretches for pain relief regarding typical sport-related injuries.
PATH 201 – Fundamental Concepts in Pathology
This class provides an introduction into the basis of disease and diseases processes.
Students will take an in-depth look at different diseases/disorders and the science
behind their occurrence, as well as the effects it has on the body.
PATH 211 – Illnesses & Diseases
Students will focus and study several types of illnesses that they might be exposed to
throughout the career of a massage therapist. Students will cover the cause, treatment
and preventive measures associated with each illness discussed in class. Students are
also welcomed to bring an illness of interest to class to cover with the instructor and
their peers.
PATH 312 – Risks & Benefits of Massage Therapy in Pathology
Understanding the various diseases and illnesses that are in our world, students will
understand in which situations massage therapy can benefit a client’s situation, and
when it can be a risk. Going through the risks and benefits of massage therapy is
important for the safety of the general public as well as the therapist.
PHAR 311 – Pharmacology for Massage Therapy
In this class, students will learn the biochemical and physical effects of various drugs
classes, and how they move through the body, as well as treat diseases/illnesses.
Understanding their biomechanical effects, therapists can effectively create a treatment
plan that will help supplement their client’s drug therapy, not put them at risk.
Over the course of eight weeks, students will be required to attend 250 hours
at a massage therapy related industry. While under the placement program,
students are to complete a minimum of 25 hours of massage-related activities
such as hands-on massages as well as the theory and operations involved in
massage therapy. These practical assessments are opportunities for students
to display several of the modalities they have been exposed to since the
beginning of the year such as relaxation, therapeutic, seated, breast, and
lymphatic drainage massage. The practicum will also expose the student to
learn through direct lived experiences as well as provide them with the
confidence to perform their duties. Students will be given feedback by the
supervisor and instructor who over the course of the eight weeks will be
highlighting any shortcomings in a student’s performance. These are areas
where the student can ensure they improve for their practical exam.
In addition, these assessments are key in ensuring that students are
maintaining the necessary professionalism required in massage therapy.
Adhering to the needs of the client in a responsible manner is an utmost
priority for NAKH Institute of Education and we will not tolerate any violation of the
ethics of touch.
Over the course of their first year, students will need to complete 100 hours of clinical
practice. This is any time that is spent practicing their trade outside of lecture time. This
clinical practice equips the students to enhance their routines and display knowledge
that they have received so far. These hours will be tracked by a clinical hour tracking
form that the students will be responsible for. Students will be given feedback by the
instructor or TA who will be highlighting any shortcomings in the student’s
performance. These are areas where the student can ensure they improve before their
practicum and practical exams.
As a requirement for a student to graduate from NAKH Institute of Education, they
must complete 50 case studies, designed to prepare and adequately equip the student
with the necessary hands-on experience in assessments. In addition, by becoming well
acquainted with the process, students can be better prepared for their practical
assessment.
Furthermore, these case studies will provide the students with various real-life
situations necessary for assessment, which can further aid in the students
performance. Upon signing of these case studies, the instructor will book your
practical exam for a future date. Without these case studies complete, a
student cannot book a date to complete their practical exam.
Theoretical and practical knowledge are key components to succeed in our
massage therapy program. In order to adequately demonstrate that a student
has sufficiently learned the material, students will be given a 2.5 hour written exam that
is comprised of all of the material covered in all modules and assignments, including in
class discussions and topics addressed in the classroom. The exam is designed to allow
students to successfully demonstrate their theoretical knowledge of various modalities
and techniques covered in the course of the year. The exam will be an open book
exam, providing students with access to all of their course textbooks, assignments and
case studies.
Students will be required to perform hands on massages and assessments on the
instructor after completion of that course. The instructor will ask the student to
perform several different modalities and techniques and will be evaluated
throughout the entire duration of the massage. This will be similar in nature to
several of the hands-on massages that the student has done throughout the
duration of their practicum. The practical exam provides the student with the
opportunity to confidently display their understanding of the material they
have learned thus far as well as apply many of the skills they have obtained
over the course of the practicum.
All our classes are based on a pass/fail marking scheme. If you request a letter grade,
one shall be given to you. A B- (70%) or higher is required in order for you to receive a
passing grade and failing to get that grade will result in a FAIL. You must then re-take
the class, or with the instructor’s permission, re-do an exam or assignment.
Late submission of individual assignments are subject to the following: 20%
will be deducted from late assignments received within 24 hours of the time
due, and 40% for those within 48 hours. Assignments submitted more than 48
hours past deadline will not be accepted, and the student will receive a mark of
zero for that submission—except with the prior approval of the instructor
under extreme circumstances.
If you miss the written or practical exam for health reasons, you must
contact your instructor prior to the exam. Verification of illness supported by a health
professional’s note will be required. Medical notes must include: the date you were
examined by a doctor, a clear statement indicating that due to the severity of the
illness you were unable to write the exam on the scheduled date as well as
the signature of your doctor. A deferred exam may be granted at the discretion
of your instructor, however students cannot expect such a result.
While all assignments and exams will be marked with consideration and
fairness, any dispute or debate over marks needs to be brought to the attention
of the instructor within one week of the assignment or exam being marked.
Students who fail to do so will not receive any opportunity to make-up any
portion of the assignment value.
Students are responsible for reviewing, understanding, and adhering to
NAKH Institute of Education’s policies. Students are at all times to reflect and emulate
the ideals of inclusiveness and respect for all staff and students. A pleasurable learning
environment is necessary for the success of all students and thus NAKH Institute of
Education requires all students to be consciously aware of their surroundings. Students
can refer to our social policies and procedures, which are outlined in their Student
Handbook. The student handbook gives immediate access to documentation
pertaining to:
• Student Loan Repayment strategy
• Cancellation & Withdrawals
• Respect
• Smoking
• Stealing
• Cheating
• Attendance
• Safety
• Technology
• Student Complaint Process
• Student Responsibility
• Student Action Plan