Education College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.) Certification by a provincial or territorial association for massage therapists

Experience 1 to less than 7 months

Additional Skills Consult with other health care professionals when developing treatment plans for clients

Work Setting Private practice

Specific Skills Assess clients by conducting range of motion and muscle tests and propose treatment plans; Explain procedures, risks and benefits to clients; Administer massage techniques through soft tissue manipulation, relaxation techniques, hydrotherapy, trigger point therapy, joint pain and lower grade mobilizations; Suggest home care instructions and provide information about techniques; Maintain records of treatments given; Massage and knead muscles and soft tissues of the body; Apply finger and hand pressure to specific points of the body

Security and Safety Criminal record check

Transportation/Travel Information Own transportation

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities Repetitive tasks; Physically demanding; Standing for extended periods

Work Location Information Relocation costs not covered by employer

Personal Suitability Effective interpersonal skills; Accurate; Excellent oral communication; Client focus; Interpersonal awareness; Values and ethics