Our Students & Alumni
Passion. Enthusiasm. Purpose.
We are continually inspired by the stories of our students. They’re why we do what we do. They come with a passion to help others, an enthusiasm to learn, and a desire for a greater purpose in their careers. That motivates us to provide the best possible education so they can achieve their goals.
The VCMT student body is wide ranging, from former olympic athletes and business owners to students with backgrounds in the arts, moms and dads, and students who are new to Canada!
Our Students & Alumni
Open To All
VCMT is open to all who are ready to work hard and apply themselves to becoming the best possible therapist and embarking on a career with the purpose of improving the lives of others on a daily basis. If that resonates with you, we’d love to have you apply!
Our Students & Alumni
Open To All
VCMT is open to all who are ready to work hard and apply themselves to becoming the best possible therapist and embarking on a career with the purpose of improving the lives of others on a daily basis. If that resonates with you, we’d love to have you apply!
Our Students & Alumni
A Few Of Our Students
To see all of our students at The Mend, our student massage clinic, click here.
Ali Afifi
Ralph Cabebe
Vanessa Mayrand
Jonae Abloa
Iran
Ali Afifi
What were you doing before pursuing RMT?
I worked as a Civil Engineer for almost 10 years.
Why do you want to be an RMT?
The most rewarding aspect of being an RMT is seeing the smiles on people’s faces after a session, knowing that i have positively impacted their health and happiness.
What is your favourite thing about VCMT?
My favorite thing about VCMT is the supportive and friendly environment. The staff and instructors are genuinely dedicated to seeing each student succeed.
Chandigarh, India
Ralph Cabebe
Where are you from?
Vancouver, Canada
What were you doing before pursuing RMT?
I worked in plumbing, and various customer service roles ranging from retail, door-to-door and food and hospitality.
Why do you want to be an RMT?
I’m deeply passionate about helping people by addressing pain and treating its root causes. I aspire to work with LGBTQ+, marginalized and low-income communities, providing care to those who seek relief but may not have the means to afford it.
How do you like to spend your time outside of work/school
At home, I love immersing myself in horror video games, scary movies, watching anime and creating music that explores a wide range of genres like punk, shoegaze, and EDM. Music is such a big part of my life, and when I’m out, I’m often at punk shows with friends.
What is your favourite thing about VCMT?
The supportive community of staff and students! It’s a great community and environment to learn and grow!
Do you speak fluently any languages other than English?
I understand fully and speak a bit of Tagalog
Coquitlam, Canada
Vanessa Mayrand
What were you doing before pursuing RMT?
Before being a student at VCMT, I was busy raising my 3 boys and teaching dance & barre fitness classes.
Why do you want to be an RMT?
I want to be an RMT so that I can make a positive difference in people’s lives. It is a huge honour to walk alongside people, empower them and help them feel good in their bodies.
What is your favourite thing about VCMT?
I love how passionate the instructors are. I love learning about the body and how to help people.
Winnipeg, Canada
Jonae Abloa
What were you doing before pursuing RMT?
I previously completed a diploma to be a Rehabilitation Therapy Assistant. I work alongside Physiotherapists and Occupational therapists in Emergency, ICU/HAU, and Internal Medicine, to promote, restore, maintain, and enhance patients level of functioning in the areas of mobility and day-to-day activities.
Why do you want to be an RMT?
I want to utilize therapeutic massage as a modality to foster clarity by alleviating physical and emotional stress stored within our bodies to enhance overall wellness and contribute towards helping my community live life in ease.
What is your favourite thing about VCMT?
I enjoy the empowering environment and challenge to grow each day.
Our Students & Alumni
Be a Mentor!
The Alumni Mentorship Program is an initiative that intends to build connections between current students in the program with former students who have moved on into their career as an RMT. The supportive community here at VCMT is a key attribute that elevates this program, as many students graduate from the program feeling like they were well supported along the way.
As a result, many VCMT alumni desire to give back to those currently in the program. The mentorship might vary from students who are just embarking on their schooling and looking for some advice as they settle into the rigors of the program, to those who are nearing graduation and looking for guidance as they transition into their professional career.
If you are an alumni or recent grad ready to start your job search, explore our curated RMT Job Postings here!
How Can I Sign Up?
If you are an alumni interested in being a mentor, or a current student looking to connect with a mentor, click the link to the info page to sign up! You can simply fill out the questionnaire linked below, which will then allow VCMT to pair you up with an individual with similar interests! If you have any questions feel free to email us at alumni@vcmt.ca.