MaKami News September 2022

Back-to-School with MaKami College!

New classes start in September for our Advanced Clinical Massage Therapy Program, Business Administrative Assistant Program, Health Care Aide Program, Master Instructor Program and our newest program, Medical Office Assistant. Contact our student advisors to learn how you can register, or find out if you’re pre-approved by visiting makamicollege.com/pre-approval

EDMONTON

Business Admin – Sept 12 Health Care Aide – Sept 13

Massage Therapy – Sept 19

CALGARY

Business Admin – Sept 12

Health Care Aide – Sept 14

Massage Therapy – Sept 21

Master Instructor – Sept 26 Medical Office Assistant - Sept 12 Ifyou'reastudentoralumniandyoureferastudentwhosuccessfullyenrolls,you couldreceive$300!Visitmakamicollege.com/referraltolearnmoreorrefersomeone youknow!

Master Instructor – Sept 26 Medical Office Assistant - Sept 12

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It's that most wonderful time of the year, Back-toSchool! To win with MaKami this September, visit us on Social Media and tell us your favourite school memory!

You'll be automatically entered to win a $50 Staples gift card!

Everything was Just Beachy at MaKami this August!

There were flip-flops, board shorts, sand toys and sun hats as far as the eye could see. The staff and students at MaKami College had a ton of fun enjoying Beach Week August 2-6.

While Calgary got into the spirit all week with their best beach wear, Edmonton staff took things to a new and impressive level by participating in a little friendly competition for best decorated department! Those that follow MaKami College on social media and subscribers to our digital newsletter were asked to help us decide on a winner. Once the votes were in and the sand settled, the winner by a landslide was the Records department, their photo is featured to the top right!

Our next campus event is Frosh Week happening on September 26-19 - watch for details and help us celebrate Back-to-School and new beginnings! Everyone is invited to join in on the festivities!

Product of the Month

Save 20% off Lotion Bottles & Holsters

Streamline your massage therapy business and keep the necessities close at hand. Save 20% off all Lotion Bottles and holsters at the MaKami Store in September!

Helping out our Furry Friends at AARCS

This month, MaKami College is proud to support AARCs in a couple of different ways.

All month long, we will be collecting donations from the AARCs wish list (https://aarcs.ca/wish-list) at each campus. Find the bin in the student lounge at each campus, and drop your items off before September 30. Then we'll take your items over to help the great people at AARCS support pets until they find their furever homes. You can also make cash donations at Reception.

On September 17 Max will be locked up for the annual AARCS Jail and Bail event. We need to raise $3500 to bail Max out, so be sure to make your donation here: https://loom.ly/w_C3yNs on or before September 17th to get Max out of jail!

Meet the Staff Edmonton

Class Facebook Groups Available

Search Facebook by City, Month, Year & Program for your group! eg. Edmonton July 2022 ACMT

Meet Chintan

Chintan is the Lead Instructor of Pathology and also co-lead for Orthopedic Assessment in the ACMT program at the Edmonton Campus. He also helps to run the cadaver labs, and assists in practical classes. He started with MaKami in 2015 as a student in his second year and the rest is history!

Chintan loves learning and interacting with his colleagues and loves helping students learn, grow, and achieve their goals and dreams. With degrees in Chiropractic and Biology, and a certified Personal Training Specialist, MaKami has been a great opportunity to pass along his knowledge and share his enthusiasm for science.

When not on campus, Chintan is a crazy cat dad who loves basketball, movies, and music. His favourite genre is hip hop, but his favourite band is the Rolling Stones!

Study Tips: Snack on Brain Food!

When trying to concentrate or focus on your studies, sometimes you may want to reward yourself with a treat, or perhaps you feel too busy to cook something healthy and nutritious. What you may not realize is that what you eat can really impact your energy levels and ability to focus!

STUDYTIP! STUDYTIP!

SnackonBrainFood!

Whatyoueatcanimpactyour energylevelsandabilitytofocus.

Doyourselfafavourandsnackon brainfoodsthatwillprovideaslow releaseofenergyoveralongperiod insteadofasugarrushandacrash causingyoutolosemotivation.

It is important to keep your body and brain fuelled with nutritious foods. It has been proven that some foods aid concentration and memory, such as fish, nuts, seeds, yogurt and blueberries. Foods high in processed sugars or fats can negatively impact your energy levels or give you a temporary spike in energy only to cause a sugar crash later causing you to lose motivation and energy.

While you’re studying, feed your body and mind a selection of good brain foods, and make sure to do the same on exam day. Eat a good meal before the test, based on foods that will provide a slow release of energy over a long period of time.

For more study tips

Flippin' Good Times

MaKami's Edmonton campus was excited to share some flap-jacks with students, staff and our community at the Bonnie Doon Campus on August 31. Our team has gotten pretty skilled at the art of pancake flipping, as our Dean, John Djordevic, masterly demonstrated!

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Say hello to Racel!

Racel is part of the Calgary Reception team. She is originally from the Philippines, arriving in Calgary last April as an International Student.

You’ll find her in the evenings at our Calgary NE campus, as a master multitasker, greeting students, aiding clinic visitors and manning the phones to answer any questions that come to the college. She loves her interactions with the students, co-workers and the massage therapy clients.

She is the eldest of two siblings and really, really loves cats! When she was younger, her family would adopt stray cats, take care of them, and give them the love they deserved. She is also a Swiftie! Racel is a music lover, but loves country songs and old love songs the most!

Maria - Finding Success with Massage Therapy

Maria has worn many hats throughout her life - teacher, salesperson and day home worker to name a few. But she says none have been as personally and professionally fulfilling as her current career as a massage therapist.

Originally from Columbia, Maria came to Canada as a young adult in 2006. Shortly after moving here, she met her husband and together they began the journey of health and wellness.

One of the therapies they found most effective was massage therapy.

Maria graduated from the Calgary SW campus in 2020 and opened her successful home-based clinic, Nuga Best Canada.

Maria says she enjoys the independence and financial freedom her new career as a massage therapist has provided for her and is proud of how far she has come.

Know a Successful Alumni?

Do you know a MaKami Alumni who is successful in their career? We want to share their story! Email us at communications@makamicollege.com. If your referral ends up in a successful alumni profile, we'll give you a $10 coffee gift card!

Heard Around Campus

Here are a few of the amazing things we have heard said by MaKami students about some of our wonderful instructors and tutors on campus! Do you have a member of the MaKami team who has made an impact on you during your studies at the College? Share them with us today!

"Claudia is so kind, patient with me and happy! She knows a lot about practice and motivated me to put more time in my home to study.

"Christine is very kind and comforting towards my anxiety. Thank you so much!

"I like the pace that Olivier is going, that's modified to the group, and the level of the students he has."

Edmonton Clinic seeks RMT

Revive Massage is looking to hire a part or full-time Registered Massage Therapist for their multidisciplinary healing and wellness clinic. Revive offers massage, reiki, acupuncture, cupping, hot stone, healing and more. They are located in Edmonton, AB and looking for therapists with 2200 registered hours and who want to grow in their craft. To find out more, please visit www.revivemassage.ca

CONTACT: To apply, please email your resume to Info@revivemassage.ca

Looking for RMT in Calgary

Mahalo Massage Therapy and Wellness is looking to hire a contract Registered Massage Therapists for their expanded wellness clinic (starting Sept / Oct). With recent renovations there is room for more therapists – Mahalo is more than just a massage clinic – they care about staff and patients alike, all is family.

Requirements: * Registered and in good standing member of applicable college / association in Alberta

* Liability insurance and criminal record check * Must be fluent in English and comfortable with children, families and vulnerable sectors

* 2200 hours registered + cupping / prenatal / hot stone / lymphatic drainage, and / or desire to learn Seeking motivated professionals to grow with their wellness clinic, be patient-oriented, a multidisclinary team player and be open to all diversity and cultures. Reception, administration, marketing, promotions, laundry, and all supplies provided. Contract position with flexible compensation split. To find out more, please visit www.mahalomw.com

CONTACT: To apply, please email your resume to hello@mahalomw.com

ST. Albert Clinic Looking for RMT

Wandler Chiropractic Clinic is looking to hire a full-time Registered Massage Therapist for their multidisciplinary clinic in St. Albert, AB. They offer chiropractic, massage, laser and orthotics. Seeking motivated professionals to grow with their clinic, be patient-oriented, a multidisciplinary team player and MTAA membership an asset. To find out more, please visit www.wandlerchiropractic.com

CONTACT: To apply, please email your resume to wandler4@telus.net

Massage Heights is Hiring in Edmonton and Calgary!

Massage Heights is hiring Registered Massage Therapists for its many locations across Edmonton & Calgary!

Both graduates of the 3000 hour program and students completing their 2nd year at MaKami are encouraged to apply.

Great Team Environment with competitive wages and benefits plan.

Do what you LOVE! – No need to pay for marketing, rent, products, administrative staff, or supplies. Ergonomic work environment, including hydraulic massage tables and anti-fatigue flooring. Lots of opportunity for career advancement!

CONTACT: Apply at http://careers.massageheights.ca.

Looking for RMT in Calgary

Kaya Wellness Centre is looking to hire a Registered Massage Therapist for their multidisciplinary wellness clinic in Calgary, AB. They holistic services including cupping, reflexology, hot stone, prenatal, Thai compresses, acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, electro stimulation, moxibustion and varieties of massage. Seeking motivated professionals to grow with their wellness clinic, be patient-oriented, a multidisciplinary team player and be open to all diversity and cultures. To find out more, please visit www.kayawellnesscentre.com CONTACT: To apply, please email your resume to Info@kayawellnesscentre.com

PT or FT RMT needed in Edmonton

Lomi Lomi is looking to hire a part or full-time Registered Massage Therapist for their dedicated wellness clinic. Lomi Lomi is a traditional type of Hawaiian massage that uses a combination of techniques to soothe the body, also known as the “loving hands” massage. They are located in Edmonton, AB and looking for therapists who want to grow in their craft. To find out more, please visit

CONTACT: To apply, please email your resume to