Sports Injury Therapy™ Programs

Sports Injury Therapy™ Programs

The Sports Injury Therapy ™ program is unique to Canadian Therapeutic College. We are the only College in Canada to offer this program. The Program combines the skill set of Massage Therapy and the additional critical skill sets from related Sports Medicine Professions.

The Professional Scope of Practice

A Sports Injury Therapist ™ is a member of a registered health care profession (Massage Therapy), which focuses on applying the knowledge and skills related to massage therapy and sports injury therapy. The therapist will treat and assess soft tissue dysfunction in both a clinical and a sporting environment in order to enhance the fitness and performance of participants.
The Sports Injury Therapist ™ will utilize manual therapy techniques, therapeutic modalities, rehabilitative exercises, and supportive taping and bracing to prevent, recognize, manage and rehabilitate injuries related to sport, exercise or recreational activity.

Career Opportunities

A Sports Injury Therapist ™ may select employment from a variety of settings.

National / provincial sports teams

· Rehabilitation centres

· Physical therapy clinics

· Chiropractic clinics

· Fitness institutes

· Medical and health centres

· Physicians' offices

· Privately owned clinics

Certification

After successful completion of the Sports Injury Therapy ™ Program at Canadian Therapeutic College, graduates will be recommended for the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario Certification Examinations to become a Registered Massage Therapist. The graduate will also be granted a diploma in Sports Injury Therapy.

Policy Statement for Participation in the Sports Injury Therapy™ Program

WHEREAS Canadian Therapeutic College has a commitment to quality education in Sports Injury Therapy ™ we believe that learning is enhanced when students actively and fully participate in their own learning,

THEREFORE, it shall be the policy of Canadian Therapeutic College that the College will recommend a student to write the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario Certification Examination for Massage Therapy when the student:

has completed the required participation hours for all practical courses in the program

has completed all scheduled Massage Therapy and Sports Injury clinics

has completed the required field placement and outreach hours

has met the standards outlined in Canadian Therapeutic College’s Student Evaluation Policy

Has successfully completed both the Sports Injury Therapy and Massage Therapy portions of the Comprehensive Examination

· A Comprehensive Examination is held by the college to prepare students for their Certification Examination. The cost for the initial certification examination is included in a student’s tuition. Subsequent attempts will be available at a cost to the student. A second attempt at the Comprehensive exams may be held one week after the initial exam. Students may write three Comprehensive Examinations only and if unsuccessful following three attempts, the student must participate in a remedial program.

· Students in the SIT program are required to successfully complete the SIT portion of the Comprehensive Examinations before they are eligible to apply for the MT portion of the course.

· The SIT Comprehensive Examination is made up of three sets of examinations both of the OSCE and Written formats. The OSCE Examinations are conducted at the end of first year for Emergency Care and Protective Techniques and at the end of second year for Assessment and Rehabilitation. The written examination is at the end of third year.

· Students who do not achieve 70% on the Comprehensive Examination may choose to:

1. Rewrite the Comprehensive Examination

2. Defer the Rewrite Comprehensive Examination until the next seating

3. Participate in a Remedial Program (at a cost) and write the Comprehensive Examination at the next seating.

· Students who successfully complete the Comprehensive Examination or the Rewrite Comprehensive Examination will be recommended to write the next Certification Examination of the appropriate governing body.

· Academic Committee will meet on a student’s behalf when a student does not achieve 70% on the Rewrite Comprehensive Examinations. Academic Committee will recommend one of the following:

1. That a Diploma of Graduation be granted

2. That the student not be recommended to write the Certification Examination and that Canadian Therapeutic College’s obligation to the student ends.

3. That the student retakes some courses within their Program.

· Students may monitor classes in a course, with the instructor's permission.

Code of Ethics/Standards of Practice for Massage Therapy

When the Communications course begins students will receive a copy of CODE OF ETHICS/STANDARDS OF PRACTICE produced by the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario. Canadian Therapeutic College subscribes to the principles, values and beliefs embedded in this Code. It is important to read the document carefully and completely early in the program. Its principles and values will help in making decisions that can positively impact student success in the program and indeed, their future career.

Clinical and Field Experience

There are a minimum of 400 clinic hours, 400 field hours and 20 massage outreach hours required in the Sports Injury Therapy ™ Program. Clinic hours are earned through treating the general public in the College's student massage and sports injury clinics as

well as local rehabilitation centres. Massage outreach hours are earned by participating in the medical or athletic components of the outreach program, and field hours are earned by working with sports teams as they compete.

Appearance

A clean, neat, professional appearance must always be maintained. The expectation at Canadian Therapeutic College is that the following clothing will be worn:

In Class:

· CTC T – shirt

· CTC Polar Fleece

· CTC Sweatshirt

· CTC Jacket

· Plain T – shirt, polo shirt, golf shirt, sweatshirt, sweater, jacket, etc. Brand name logos are acceptable.

· Long pants – leisure or dress, walking shorts, Bermuda shorts (no jogging, biking or exercise shorts unless specified by the instructor i.e. posture evaluation in the Assessment Course)

· Flat shoes to be worn. (no high heels or platform shoes)

· Remove all dangling jewellery. Remove rings and watches when massaging or palpating.

Clinic / Outreach:

· Belted, hemmed navy blue or kakhi cotton pants or walking shorts

· Monogrammed polo shirt (tucked in)

· Closed-toe shoes or Birkenstock-style sandals with socks

· Hair pulled back

· Trimmed nails, no nail polish

· Clean shaven or neatly trimmed beard

· Rings, watches and bracelets removed

· Perfume, after-shave lotion or cologne not to be worn

· Gum chewing is unacceptable

Missed Tests and Examinations

If a student is absent for any testing (ie. test, quiz, assignment, midterm, final, oral/practical or Comprehensive examinations), the student must present supporting documentation (doctor’s note, court letter) to the Program Director within 72 hours. The value of the test may be added to the final examination or a rewrite examination may be granted, at the discretion of the instructor or Director.

A student who is absent without supporting documentation (doctor’s note, court letter), will receive a grade of 0.

Lateness

Students are expected to be ready for lectures at least 10 minutes prior to the beginning of scheduled classes. Late arrivals will not be admitted to class except during special circumstances (weather, MVC etc) Admission to a class after it commences is at the discretion of the instructor. If the student is late, they must wait until the class is on a break before entering the classroom.

Failure of an Oral/Practical Examination

If a student fails an Oral Practical (OP) Exam in an applicable practical course (Theory and Techniques, Emergency Care, Modalities, Protective Techniques, Assessments, Treatments), they will attempt a rewrite within 2 weeks
The student must attempt the OP before being allowed a rewrite attempt
If the student passes the rewrite OP, they will get a 70% (maximum) on that OP

If the student is not successful in passing the OP rewrite, the instructor fills out the form, identifying the student’s weak areas, and gives it to the Director of Clinic & Outreach
The student will then be notified in writing by the Director of Clinic & Outreach that they will be suspended from clinic until they participate in an assessment of their clinical skills
The instructor is to remind the student that they are to continue participating in clinic until they get a written notice from the Director of Clinic & Outreach
The purpose of this Assessment is to determine if the student has the skills necessary to resume their clinical rotation
The student will be given a scenario which reflects the areas the instructor has identified as being weak, and the student will perform a massage therapy treatment based on that scenario, while being assessed by two RMT’s (one being the body for the scenario)
The process will take a total of 15 minutes – 2 minutes to read the scenario and 13 minutes to perform the treatment
If the student successfully passes the Assessment, they will be reinstated into the student clinic, but will retain the failing mark on their OP
If the student is not successful in passing the Assessment, they will be reassessed in one week.
If the student is not successful in passing the Reassessment, the situation will then be referred to Academic Committee.
Possible outcomes of Academic Committee are:

- participate in the remedial program,

- retake the course,

- start the program over.

Attendance

80% Mandatory Attendance for Practical Classes

Since all practical courses have a mandatory 80% attendance requirement per semester, it is the student’s responsibility to:

· Inform the instructor when they have missed a class and discuss what was missed with the instructor

Student is responsible for learning the missed material on their own or from fellow students

Present documentation to the instructor when they have missed a practical class within 72 hours after they return to class. Any documentation presented after 72 hours will not be accepted.

If a student is under the 80% Mandatory attendance in the above courses, regardless of the grade that they achieved, the following steps occur:

Academic Committee meets to discuss the student’s attendance and performance

Possible Outcomes:

Student is allowed to continue in the program

Student will have to do “make-up” clinics
Student will have to do a remedial program (at a cost)
Student will have to re-take the course (at a cost)

These outcomes are based on the student’s overall attendance, grades, reasons for absences and documentation

Students may go under the 80% mandatory attendance, but not less than 70%, if:

they have appropriate medical documentation for their absentees, and

· they have approval from the Program Director

Remember to be eligible to write your Comprehensive exams, you must complete:

· All required makeup clinics, whether T&T or clinic

· Complete the Clinic and Outreach requirements

· Meet all academic requirements

Sports Injury Therapy™ 3 Year Program

Dean – Annette Winter, B.Sc., R.M.T., Di HOM

Program Director – Sports Injury Therapy™– John Smyth, B.A., B.Sc., Dip. S.I.M., C.A.T. (C), Ac. D, R.M.T

Director, Clinic & Field Placement – Sheryl Yee, R.M.T., S.I.T.

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Program Description

The program of study is divided into modules (e.g. Anatomy) over a 36 month period. Spaced breaks appear for independent study and holidays. The total program consists of 3720 hours with the subject material arranged to provide the most sequential flow of information.

The Program for Sports Injury Therapy™ includes all the subject matter delivered in the regular stream for Massage Therapy plus the critical skill sets necessary for Sports Injury Therapy™.

The Sports Injury Program is delivered on a three day in class requirement. The classes are three hours in length. Each semester is 20 weeks in length including the examination period. The total program length is 6 semesters including clinic and field placement.

Delivered on a Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday schedule with three classes per day

Period One- 9:00 am to 12:00 pm

Period Two- 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm

Period Three- 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm

Program Hours

Total Program Hours: 3720

Classroom Instruction: 2900

Field Placement: 400 hours

Clinical: 400 hours

Outreach: 20 hours

PROGRAM SCHEDULE

Program Schedule

Semester/ Year	Course Name
Semester One/ Year 1	Ø Anatomy (ANAT 109) Ø Physiology (PHYS 109) Ø Communications (COMM 109) Ø Research (RESE 106) Ø Theory and Techniques (THTN 109)
Semester Two/ Year 1	Ø Theory and Techniques (THTN 209) Ø Assessment (ASMT 109) Ø Emergency Medical Responder (EMER 109) Ø Protective Techniques (PROT 109) Ø Hydrotherapy (HYDR 109) Ø Anatomy (ANAT 209) Ø Physiology (PHYS 209)
Semester Three/ Year 2	Ø Theory and Techniques (THTN 309) Ø Modalities (MODL 109) Ø Physiology (PHYS 309) Ø Anatomy (ANAT 309) Ø Assessment (ASMT 209) Ø Pathology (PATH 109) Ø Conditions (COND 109)
Semester Four/ Year 2	Ø Treatments (TRMT 109) Ø Assessment (ASMT 309) Ø Modalities (MODL 209) Ø Physiology (PHYS 409) Ø Pathology (PATH 209) Ø Clinical Decision Making (CLDM 109) Ø Business and Documentation (BUDC 109)
Semester Five/ Year 3	Ø Treatments (TRMT 209) Ø Advanced Techniques (ADVT 109) Ø Exercise Physiology (EXPY 109) Ø Advanced Rehabilitation (AREB 109)
Semester Six/ Year 3	Ø Treatments (TRMT 309) Ø Exercise Physiology (EXPY 209) Ø Sports Nutrition (SNUT 109) Ø Introduction to Pharmacology (IPHA 109) Ø Biomechanics (BMEC 109) Ø Advanced Techniques (ADVT 209)

Course Description

Course Code

Approx. Hrs**

Course Description

ANAT 109/ ANAT 209/ ANAT 309

360

Anatomy

Delivered over 3 semesters, this course will provide a fundamental knowledge of the structures of the human body and how these structures relate to one another. Both regional and systemic approaches will be used to study cell anatomy, muscle testing and special orthopedic tests.

COMM 109

120

Communications

This course presents information on the client/therapist relationship and ethics within the context of Massage Therapy Act and College of Massage Therapists Ontario Standards Practice.

Course Description- Continued

Course Code	Approx. Hrs.**	Course Description
PHYS 109/ PHYS 209/ PHYS 309/ PHYS 409	360	Physiology Delivered over 4 semesters, this course will introduce the student to the science that studies the function of the human body and the physical and chemical factors of the process involved. This course will consist of some case study work which will require individual and group efforts to solve physiological questions.
RESE 109	30	Introduction to Research This course introduces the fundamental concepts regarding research and associated methodologies. The primary purpose of this course is that the student becomes familiar with basic research principles including the scientific method, data collection, manipulation and interpretation. Varying types of research designs will be presented and discussed, along with an overview of the various article types. Considerable time will be devoted to discussion and critical analysis of articles, both qualitative and quantitative in nature, to illustrate the strengths, weaknesses and possible flaws. The student will also engage in data preparation and transcript organization exercises for public presentation and publication of their findings.
THTN 109/ THTN 209/ THTN 309	390	Theory and Techniques Delivered over 3 semesters, this course will introduce the student to current understanding of the physiological effects of massage theory through integration of academic curriculum and clinical issues and practice. The student will learn to approach their work in a sensitive, reasoning manner based on knowledge of tissue behaviour and tissue needs, the effects of massage on body tissues and systems, and the general principles of anatomy, physiology and pathology. The student will learn to develop safe and effective treatment plans, including consideration of the client as a whole.
EMER 109	80	Emergency Care This course consists of both theoretical and practical applications of emergency conditions for the sports injury therapist. The role of the therapist (prevention, assessment and treatment of emergency first aid conditions) is studied in the classroom and a laboratory format. The student will be able to recognize and manage emergency situations such as spinal and head injuries, environmental problems such as shock, hypothermia and heat stress, abdominal injuries, fractures, strains, sprains and first aid situations.
HYDRO 109	60	Hydrotherapy This course will introduce the student to aspects of hydrotherapy that can be implemented into treatment plans for patients. The student will learn through both theoretical and practical applications of water.
ASMT 109/ ASMT 209/ ASMT 309	180	Assessment Delivered over 3 semesters, this course will provide the clarification of the nature and extent of a problem through the inspection of the anatomy, bone and soft tissue palpation, range of motion testing, neurological testing, muscle testing and special orthopedic tests.
PROT 109	60	Protective Techniques This course provides the student with the identification and application of supportive and preventative bracing products. The principles used to design protective equipment will also be examined.
MODL 109/ MODL 209	120	Modalities This course will provide the student with a good knowledge base about electrical therapeutic modalities and their uses. This course will give the student a chance to gain theoretical knowledge about various therapeutic modalities including their techniques of application, indications and contraindications. Also, the student will learn the specifications and parameters to obtain optimum tissue healing for each modality. The modalities included are therapeutic heat and cold, therapeutic ultrasounds, interferential current therapy, LASER, electrical muscle stimulation, microcurrent, transcutaneous and electrical nerve stimulation. A review of tissue response to injury will also be conducted demonstrating how the prompt introduction of therapeutic modalities will help to decrease healing time for various injuries
PATH 109/ PATH 209	180	Pathology Delivered over 2 semesters, this course introduces the fundamental concepts of cell injury and disease, consequent tissue damage and ultimately death. Throughout this course, unique technologies and classification systems pertaining to the art and science of pathology as related to the human body are utilized to promote ease of understanding and comprehension.
COND 109	60	Conditions Building on the knowledge from EMER 209 students will develop the preseason, prevent, event and post event plans of action for the treatment of sports injuries. Students will be presented with an overview of sports injuries to various areas of the body.

Course Description- Continued

Course Code	Approx. Hrs.**	Course Description
TRMT 109/ TRMT 209/ TRMT 309	300	Treatments This course is the systemic approach of the investigation and treatments of numerous conditions causing pain and dysfunction. The course will examine soft tissue injuries (ie. Muscle, tendon, ligament, joint capsule) circulatory, respiratory, central nervous system, peripheral nervous system and connective tissue disorders.
CLDM 109	30	Clinical Decision Making This course will be based on case studies, further developing the problem solving model introduced in Critical Thinking (CRTH 104) to help bring together all aspects of learning throughout the massage therapy program.
BUDC 109	30	Business / Documentation This course will provide the student with the tools they require to make the best decisions, both professional and financial, and to comply with government regulations. An overview of the practical considerations required in operating a successful rehabilitation clinic. This course is to give the student an understanding of how to effectively handle insurance claims. The student will gain an understanding and develop skills to write medical legal reports, referrals to physicians, monthly reports, invoicing, and any additional forms and paperwork.
EXPY 109/ EXPY 209	120	Exercise Physiology Delivered over 2 semesters, this course provides the student with an understanding of human systems response to physical activity. This will include muscular strength, power and endurance, flexibility and nutrition for recovery and regeneration. Isolated exercise conditioning, reconditioning for sport, rehabilitation and injury prevention will be studied.
ADVT 109/ ADVT 209	120	Advanced Techniques This course will provide the student with the theory and technique of muscle energy, myofascial release and strain/counter strain
AREB 109	120	Advanced Rehabilitation This course presents information on the latest trends in sports injury rehabilitation and sport specific conditioning programs. The course will examine the basic components of a successful rehabilitation program, from goals of rehabilitation to the tools of rehabilitation. The student will gain experience at developing isolated joint exercises and kinetic chain exercise programs for various sports injuries.
SNUT 109	30	Sports Nutrition This course builds on the nutrition knowledge of the student and further develops the knowledge with sports application.
BMEC 109	120	Biomechanics This course provides the student with an appreciation for the esthetics of movement in sport and to be able to biomechanically analyze complex body movements utilizing basic principles of physics. This course enables the student to develop skill at analyzing static and dynamic joint mechanics. This aids in injury assessment and the development of functional rehabilitation programs. The student will be able to analyze joint function and explain associated muscular activity during daily activities and in the sporting environment. These principles will be used to return the athlete to their sport with restored normal function.
IPHA 109	30	Introduction to Pharmacology The student is introduced to the concepts of pharmacology both in the clinical and sports setting.

* CTC reserves the right to change the order of courses taught at any time

** Hours may very with Holiday Schedules

Admission Requirements

Proof of Grade 12 Secondary School Graduation Diploma or equivalent*

· Two senior sciences (biology, chemistry) or science prep course or equivalent

· Introduction to Massage course or proof of equivalent 24 hour Basic Massage Course

· Proficiency in the English Language

Completion of a confidential Entry Immunization Form (available on-line) which includes:

- Proof of immunization status for Hepatitis B & physician's interpretation of results

- Results of mandatory TB testing & physician's interpretation of results

Current Standard First Aid and CPR Level C certification

· Two letters of personal character reference

· Motivational Letter

· Current (written) criminal background check from the applicant’s local Police department

· Application Fee

* Grade 12 equivalency testing available through the College

Financial Information

Application Fee* (submitted with application)	75.00
Registration Fee* (due at registration appointment)	75.00
Tuition Deposit (due at registration appointment)	1,300
Materials Package* (due on Orientation Day)	1,800
Tuition Payment (due on Orientation Day)	7,200
Tuition 2nd Payment (due first day of year 2)	8,500
Tuition 3rd Payment (due first day of year 3)	8,500
TOTAL	27,450

*Non refundable
** Fees subject to change
The registration appointment will be booked by the Office of the Registratr prior to Orientation Day.

Please note: Vaccinations, textbooks, transportation and living expenses are not included in these costs, and are the student's individual responsibility.
** Textbooks approximately $1,500

Sports Injury Therapy™ 2 Year Advanced Standing Program

Dean – Annette Winter, B.Sc., R.M.T., Di HOM

Program Director – Sports Injury Therapy™– John Smyth, B.A., B.Sc., Dip. S.I.M., C.A.T. (C), Ac. D

Director, Clinic & Field Placement – Sheryl Yee, R.M.T., S.I.T.

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Program Description

The Advanced Standing Program for Sports Injury Therapy™ includes all of the subject matter delivered in the regular stream Massage Therapy, only in an accelerated format. The Course offerings for the sports injury specific courses are delivered in the same format as the regular stream.

Program Hours

Total Program Hours: 3040

Field Placement: 400

Practical/Clinic: 420

The Sports Injury Therapy™ Program is delivered on a five day in class requirement. The classes are three hours in length. Each semester is 20 weeks in length including the examination period. The total program length is 4 semesters including clinic and field placement.

Delivered on a Monday to Friday schedule with two classes per day:

Period One- 9:00 am to 12:00 pm

Period Two- 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm

PROGRAM SCHEDULE

Program Schedule

Semester/ Year

Course Name

Semester One/

Year 1

Ø Anatomy (ANAT 107)

Ø Physiology (PHYS 107)

Ø Assessment (ASMT 107)

Ø Communications (COMM 107)

Ø Hydrotherapy (HYDR 107)

Ø Massage Theory and Techniques (THTN 107)

Semester Two/

Year 1

Ø Massage Theory and Techniques (THTN 207)

Ø Assessment (ASMT 107/ ASMT 207)

Ø Biomechanics (BMEC 107)

Ø Emergency Care (EMER 107/ EMER 207)

Ø Protective Techniques (PROT 107)

Ø Pathology (PATH 107)

Ø Sports Massage Theory and Technique (SMTH 107)

Ø Clinical (Massage) (CLIN 107)

Semester Three/

Year 2

Ø Pathology (PATH 207)

Ø Treatments (TRMT 107)

Ø Modalities (MODL 107)

Ø Exercise Physiology (EXPY 107)

Ø Advanced Rehabilitation (AREB 107)

Ø Advanced Techniques (ADVT 107)

Ø Field (FPMT 107)

Ø Clinical (Massage and Sports Injury) (CLIN 207)

Semester Four/

Year 2

Ø Treatments (TRMT 207)

Ø Advanced Techniques (ADVT 207)

Ø Advanced Rehabilitation (AREB 207)

Ø Introductory Pharmacology (IPHA 107)

Ø Research and Critical Thinking (RESE 107)

Ø Business and Documentation (BUSN 107)

Ø Sports Nutrition (NUTR 107)

Ø Psychology of Sport (PSYC 107)

Ø Field (FPMT 207)

Ø Clinical (Massage and Sports Injury) (CLIN 307)

Course Description

Course Code

Approx. Hrs**

Course Description

AREB 107/ AREB 207

120

Advanced Rehabilitation

Available to students registered in the Advanced Standing Sports Injury Therapy™ program only, this course presents information on the most current state of knowledge in sports injury rehabilitation and athlete conditioning. The course will examine the components of a successful rehabilitation program, developing a specific program to suit the needs of a particular athlete or sport and methods to evaluate the success of the rehabilitation program.

ADVT 107

150