The current 3-year period is from January 1, 2025 to December 31, 2027. This period is the same for all members. Submission deadline for this cycle is December 31, 2027. All members are responsible for maintaining credits in good standing and for submitting proof of same within the required timeline.
Any credits accumulated in the current cycle in excess of the 30 required may be carried forward into the next cycle to a maximum of 15 credits each, per profession.
The CMMOTA requires a basic level of training in massage of 2200 hours or more from an approved school as a prerequisite for membership, as an RMT, this training or part thereof cannot be used for RMT CEC credits.
The CMMOTA requires a basic level of training in Manual Osteopathic Training of 1000-hours or more from an approved school as a prerequisite for membership, as an MOT, this training or part thereof cannot be used for MOT CEC credits.
The required CEC credits are prorated depending on your effective date for becoming a Full Massage Therapist, or Manual Osteopathic Therapist, or Spa Therapist member as shown in the chart below.
Modality List for Massage Therapists
| Membership Effective Date | Credits Required | Attend at least 1 AGM |
|---|---|---|
| Prior to January 1, 2025 | 30 | Required/fee in-lieu AGM Attendance |
| January 1/2025- December 31/2025 | 30 | Required/fee in-lieu AGM Attendance |
| January 1/2026- December 31/2026 | 20 | Required/fee in-lieu AGM Attendance, unless activation date is after the AGM |
| January 1/2027- March 31/2027 | 10 | Not Required |
| April 1/2027- December 31/2027 | 6 | Not Required |
The required continuing education credits (CEC) are prorated depending on your effective date for becoming a Full Massage Therapist, Spa Therapist or Manual Osteopathic Therapist member:
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In order to process your credits quickly and efficiently, please ensure that you have included all of the information requested on one of these forms Appendix 22 – Member CEC Course Evaluation Form or Appendix 23 – Course Developer CEC Course Evaluation Form, along with additional documents if applicable.
In order to be considered for CEC approval all courses must have a certificate of attendance or completion. Courses may be taken in person, distance learning, online or correspondence. Full contact information must be provided for all courses.
All submissions, course outlines, certificates, etc. must be in English or translated into English for administration to review. All unrecognized courses are subject to review by administration. If found to be unacceptable, no credits will be awarded. CMMOTA Administration may, at its discretion, confirm the authenticity of any submission.
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