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.
Dan Ye
Bernadette Morrissey
Megan Kawai
Kennedy Garcia
Wenzhou, China
Dan Ye
What were you doing before pursuing RMT?
Before studying massage therapy, I completed a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology at the University of Saskatchewan and worked full-time at a dental clinic for two years.
Why do you want to be an RMT?
I am passionate about helping others, and becoming an RMT allows me to improve their physical health and overall quality of life.
How do you like to spend your time outside of work/school?
I enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, having picnics, and playing basketball. I also like watching anime and playing computer games.
What is your favourite thing about VCMT?
My favourite thing about VCMT is the supportive learning environment, and the instructors are very knowledgeable and professional.
Waterford, Ireland
Bernadette Morrissey
What were you doing before pursuing RMT?
I travelled through Southeast Asia while studying a post-grad in Health and Wellbeing. Before that, I was the General Manager and Head Baker of a café on Granville Island for six years.
Why do you want to be an RMT?
I want to be an RMT to support others in their healing, manage pain, and improve overall well-being in a hands-on, meaningful way.
How do you like to spend your time outside of work/school?
I enjoy being in nature, hiking, bike-packing, spending time with friends, and finding new ways to relax and recharge.
What is your favourite thing about VCMT?
The supportive community and how passionate everyone is about learning and growing together.
Ontario, Canada
Megan Kawai
What were you doing before pursuing RMT?
Alongside studying massage therapy I teach yoga and fitness and have been enjoying how the knowledge from both practices continue to influence each other.
Why do you want to be an RMT?
I’m a movement enthusiast and I’m fascinated by the human body. Feeling good in our body is the baseline to a fulfilling life. Our body is with us through every moment, it feels every experience, animates our every move, and carries us from place to place. I chose to study massage therapy to learn new ways to tend to our body’s needs, and to help others move towards a more embodied self.
How do you like to spend your time outside of work/school?
I love to hike, and backcountry camp. I love music, dancing, and being around people.
What is your favourite thing about VCMT?
My favourite thing about VCMT is the people. Everyone is so warm and genuine and they really make the learning experience all the more fun and engaging.
Richmond, Canada
Kennedy Garcia
What were you doing before pursuing RMT?
I was a SkyTrain Attendant and airport screener.
Why do you want to be an RMT?
After dealing with injuries myself, I know how frustrating it is to be held back from activities you love. Staying consistent with my own recovery shaped my passion for helping clients do the same.
My goal is to support comfort and ease of movement so you can spend less time limited by pain and more time enjoying the things that matter most.
How do you like to spend your time outside of work/school?
I love pickleball, concerts, gaming, and exploring new food spots.
What is your favourite thing about VCMT?
I’m grateful for the support from my cohort (#PokéBones) and the higher-level students who have already offered valuable advice and guidance along the way.
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.