FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. What does Sara Canadian Academy offer the Academic Programs?
We offer the following Academic Programs:
- 1. Diploma in Osteopathic Manual Practitioner
- 2. Diploma in Orthotherapy &Kinesitherapy
- 3. Diploma in Reflexology
- 4. Certification in Restorative Care Education Training
2. What are the Minimum Academic Admission Requirements?
Osteopathic Manual Practitioner:
- Applicants must have a grade 12 high school diploma or an equivalent qualification.
- The program is one year full-time for high school graduates or those without health education.
- Individuals with prior health education can complete the program in six months (full- time) or twelve months (part-time).
- Applicants must have an Anatomy and Physiology/Massage or equivalent qualification.
- The program duration is 6 months.
- Applicants must have a grade 12 high school diploma or an equivalent qualification.
- The program duration is 2 months.
- Diploma in Osteopathic Manual Practitioner: Starts in January, May, and September.
- Diploma in Orthotherapy & Kinesitherapy: Starts every two months.
- Diploma in Reflexology: Starts every two months.
- Certification in Restorative Care Education Training: Starts every month.
- Graduates from Sara Canadian Academy can earn up to $135,000 annually.
Orthotherapy Kinesitherapy:
Reflexology:
Restorative Care Education Training:
Professionals with PSW, PTA, OTA, PT, and Nursing or equivalent qualifications can apply.
We offer different workshop lengths:
1-Day Training: Introduction to Restorative Care (for PSW, PTA, OTA, and Frontline Healthcare Workers)
2-Day Training: Comprehensive Education Training (for Healthcare Professionals including RPN, RN, PT, OT)
3-Day Training: In-depth, comprehensive Education Training (for Healthcare Professionals including RPN, RN, PT, OT)
3. What is the Academic Program's mode of delivery?
Our Academic Programs are offered in both online and in-person formats. The Standard Entry Stream provides a blended approach, allowing flexibility for students while benefiting from the expertise of our instructors worldwide.
4. When Do the Academic Programs Start?
5. How financially stable are Manual Osteopathic Practitioners in Canada?
6. Is Sara Canadian Academy registered as per the Private Career Colleges Act of 2005?
“Private career college” means an educational institution or other institution, agency, or entity that provides students with one or more vocational programs for a fee pursuant to individual contracts with the students. Few vocational programs are exempt from registration under this act. Sara Canadian Academy is registered and licensed by the Ontario Provincial Government (License Number 1000931233) and federally registered by Employment and Social Development Canada (License Number 7009/14143).
7. Do I need to Sign a Student Contract?
No, there is no obligation to sign a student contract; you can join as you wish.
8. Is Tuition Tax Deductible?
Tuition fees are 100% tax deductible at the federal level and 10% at the provincial level. Education union dues are exempt from GST/HST.
9. Does the Canadian Government Recognize Manual Osteopathy?
Yes, Canada's National Occupational Classification (NOC) recognizes Manual Osteopathy under NOC Code # 32209 (Practitioners of Natural Healing).
10. Can Osteopathy graduates work in the United States?
Yes, graduates can work in the United States as Osteopathic Manual Practitioners.
11. Do Health Plans and Insurers cover Osteopathy, Orthotherapy & Kinesitherapy, and Reflexology Services?
Most private health insurance providers in Canada offer coverage for these services when practitioners are members of recognized associations. Typically, extended health plan (EHP) providers allocate annual benefits ranging from $300 to $500 for osteopathy in Ontario, though coverage may vary by policy. Most services are also covered under Health Spending Accounts (HSA), typically averaging around $500 per person. Additionally, Ontario auto insurance policies generally cover osteopathic treatments for patients injured in motor vehicle accidents.
12. What does Sara Canadian Academy offer regarding academic programs in the Quebec Chapter?
The Quebec Chapter Programs refer to specialized health and wellness training programs available exclusively in Quebec, Canada. These programs are designed to provide education and training in various holistic and therapeutic practices. Below, find a brief overview of each of the programs you mentioned:
Osteopathy Manual Practice
Focuses on a holistic approach to health, emphasizing assessing and treating various physical conditions through manual techniques. Students learn about anatomy, physiology, and various osteopathic methods to help restore balance and promote healing.
Massage Therapy
Teaches various massage techniques to alleviate stress, manage pain, and improve overall physical wellness. Students learn about anatomy, physiology, and specific massage techniques tailored to meet client needs.
Naturotherapy
Involves the study of natural therapies to promote health and wellness. This program typically covers a range of approaches, including herbal medicine, nutrition, lifestyle coaching, and various complementary therapies.
Orthotherapy and Kinesitherapy
Orthotherapy focuses on correcting postural and musculoskeletal imbalances through manual and movement therapy. On the other hand, Kinesitherapy emphasizes the therapeutic use of physical movement to assist in rehabilitation and improve health outcomes.
Reflexology
A therapy based on the premise that specific points on the feet, hands, and ears correspond to different organs and systems in the body. This program teaches techniques for stimulating these points to promote relaxation and healing.
Specialized institutions typically offer these programs and may lead to certification or diplomas in the respective fields, allowing graduates to pursue careers as practitioners in these therapies. The exclusivity of these programs to Quebec reflects the province's unique regulatory and educational framework for alternative and complementary health practices.
13.Can SCA graduates work in the United States?
Yes, Sara Canadian Academy (SCA) graduates can work in the United States, but the regulations vary depending on the state. In 8 states, including California, SCA graduates can work without joining an association. However, in the remaining 42 states, they must enter an association, such as the American Association of Natural Wellness Practitioners (AANWP), to obtain a wellness practitioner license to provide osteopathic manual care. Graduates need to check the specific requirements and regulations of the state they wish to work in to ensure compliance with local laws.