Same Stars Academy
Formerly Elevated Health Education
“Never believe that a few caring people can't change the world.
For, indeed, that's all who ever have.”
— Margaret Mead
Continuing Education That Makes A Difference
Are you a Registered Massage Therapist looking to enhance your expertise and advance your career? At Same Stars Academy, we offer specialized courses tailored exclusively for RMTs. From advanced techniques to professional development, our courses are designed to help you grow and succeed in your practice. Scroll down to explore our offerings and register for your next course!
OUR COURSES
Foundations of Oncology Massage Therapy: Level 1
With 2 in 5 Canadians facing a cancer diagnosis, the demand for oncology-trained massage therapists is rising. This foundational course equips you with the knowledge, clinical adaptations, and hands-on techniques needed to safely and confidently treat individuals living with cancer—at any stage of their care journey.
CE/PD Credits: MTAA 18, CMMOTA 16, CRMTA 14, NHPC 10
Advanced Oncology Massage Therapy: Level 2
For graduates of Level 1, this advanced course expands your ability to treat complex cancer cases—including late-stage and metastatic disease, long-term side effects, and palliative care. Build confidence in clinical decision-making, ethical considerations, and collaborative care with oncology teams.
CE/PD Credits: MTAA 16, CMMOTA 16, CRMTA 16, NHPC 10
Advanced Treatment Of Temporomandibular Disorders And Craniofacial Pain
This two-day advanced course equips RMTs to confidently assess and treat TMJD and craniofacial pain. Learn detailed anatomy, cranial nerve function, and clinical techniques—plus how to build referral networks with dentists and oral health professionals.
CE/PD Credits: MTAA 16, CMMOTA 16, CRMTA 14, NHPC 10
Migraine: More Than Just a Headache
Step beyond general headache treatment with this in-depth, evidence-based course focused on migraine care. Learn how to identify, assess, and treat migraine conditions using a neurological and biopsychosocial approach—plus hands-on techniques, intake strategies, and clinical tools you can use right away.
CE/PD Credits: MTAA 18, CMMOTA 16, CRMTA 16, NHPC 10
End-of-Life and Hospice Care
Learn how to safely and compassionately support patients in their final stages of life. This course covers hands-on techniques for pain and anxiety relief, communication with families and care teams, and how to adapt massage for conditions like cancer, organ failure, and neurodegenerative disease.
CE/PD Credits: Coming soon!
Aromatherapy 101: Safe, Effective Use for Massage Therapists
Explore the science, safety, and hands-on use of essential oils in this one-day course designed for RMTs. Learn how to confidently apply aromatherapy in your treatments to support specific pathologies and enhance patient outcomes.
CE/PD Credits: MTAA 8, CMMOTA 7.5, CRMTA 4, NHPC 8
Our Instructor
Same Stars Academy is proud to have instructors and staff who are dedicated to raising the standard of Continuing Education for Registered Massage Therapists and other healthcare professionals.
Jessica Villeneuve
Founder, Lead Instructor
Jessica Villeneuve is a graduate of CCMH Ontario and completed board exams before relocating to live and practice in Alberta. She has focused my practice on pediatric, oncology, chronic pain and mixed abilities patients, and is the owner of Same Stars Wellness in Calgary!
Jessica has held the position of Program Coordinator and Instructor in education institutions in Alberta, and is a strong believer that massage therapy education should continue throughout a therapist’s career, ever evolving and changing.
She is incredibly dedicated to elevating the massage therapy profession, having held the positions of Vice Chair of both the MTAA Board of Directors, and the Transitional Council for the College of Massage Therapists of Alberta. Jessica is currently the Chair of the School Approval Committee for the MTAA, and sits on the Working Group for the Regulation of Massage Therapy in Alberta.
Jess has presented for numerous organizations on the topic of neurology, patient advocacy and Massage Therapy for those with complex conditions.
Her intention is to teach students how to magnify their practitioner skills from simply being a therapist, to becoming a supportive and integral member of their patient's care team team as they walk through the pain or condition journey.
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