Oncology Trained Massage Therapists
Steps to Becoming a Preferred Practitioner through the Society for Oncology Massage (S4OM)
S4OM Preferred Practitioners (PPs) are oncology trained massage therapists who have:
- Successfully completed a S4OM Recognized Oncology Massage Foundational Course
- Met Oncology Massage Preferred Practitioner Application requirements
- Submitted the online Oncology Massage S4OM Preferred Practitioner Application (fillable .pdf available)
- Received approval confirmation and submitted annual listing payment ($80)
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Individuals diagnosed with cancer face a multitude of challenges. These challenges, which may last a lifetime, often begin at diagnosis and continue through treatment, recovery, and survivorship.
The intention of the Standards of Practice for S4OM Preferred Practitioners is to promote the safe, ethical, and appropriate application of massage therapy for those diagnosed with cancer. S4OM Preferred Practitioners demonstrate their commitment to competent and professional care by upholding these standards.
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Below are the requirements to become a S4OM Preferred Practitioner:
- Successful completion of an entry-level massage therapy training program consisting of 500 hours or more. The application has details for those with less than 500 hours of training.
- Current massage therapy license, registration, certification, diploma, or equivalent.
- Current professional liability insurance.
- Engaged in a professional massage therapy practice for at least one year (must include hands-on experience).
- Successful completion of an S4OM foundational class. Note: There is an opportunity for those who have successfully completed equivalent oncology massage education or have extensive experience to apply for consideration to become an S4OM Preferred Practitioner. These therapists will need to submit the Preferred Practitioner Alternate Pathway Application.
- Agree to the Standards of Practice for S4OM Preferred Practitioners of Oncology Massage.
If you meet the above requirements, we welcome you to apply to become a Preferred Practitioner (PP).
Please submit the application and upload all required documents to [email protected]. The S4OM Member Services Coordinator will communicate with you about approval and subsequent steps. This will include information about payment and establishing your S4OM login. An annual $80 donation is necessary to maintain your PP status and listing.
Ready to get started:
Review the Standards of Practice for S4OM Preferred Practitioners
Ready to apply:
Applications are available online and in a fillable .pdf format. Online submission is preferred for the PP Application. Please contact [email protected] if you have issues downloading the applications.
- Complete the Preferred Practitioner Online Application or the fillable Preferred Practitioner Application in a .pdf. format
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- Complete both of the fillable .pdf’s – the Preferred Practitioner Alternate Pathway Application and the PP Alternate Pathway Practical Supervision and Experience Form