Society for Oncology Massage (S4OM)

Society for Oncology Massage (S4OM) S4OM & S4OE were founded to ease the journey through cancer and beyond for patients, family members and caregivers.

The Society for Oncology Massage (S4OM) is an international non-profit corporation organized in Maine. All donations and gifts to S4OM are tax deductible in accordance with section 501(c)3 of the Internal Revenue Code

Healing Summit with S4OMIf you're a massage therapist or esthetician that works with oncology clients, this Virtual Heal...
03/26/2026

Healing Summit with S4OM

If you're a massage therapist or esthetician that works with oncology clients, this Virtual Healing Summit is a wonderful continuing education opportunity!

The summit is on April 26 and will focus on treating clients with head and neck cancers. Hear from industry experts on best practices to work effectively and safely with this population.

Visit s4om.org for more info

03/26/2026

BC RMTs ready to advance your oncology massage skills — Part 2 training is coming to downtown Vancouver! 🤍
Oncology Massage: Advanced Skills – Part 2
Hosted by Oncology Massage Canada
🗓️ Monday–Tuesday, April 27–28, 2026
📍 Vancouver College of Massage Therapy, 1050 W Pender St (Downtown)
⏱️ 9am–5pm both days | 17 CE hours (includes 3-hour pre-course study)
💰 $550
✅ S4OM-recognized
Instructor: Janet Penny
This advanced-level training builds on foundational oncology massage knowledge, deepening clinical skills for working with complex cancer presentations. Open to LMTs, CMTs, and massage students competent in full body massage.
Pre-course materials provided — complete the 3-hour preparatory study before arriving for your in-person training. Central downtown location, steps from SkyTrain.
🔗 Register: oncologymassagecanada.ca/training-courses

Summit Speaker Spotlight: Dr. Cynthia PriceDr. Cynthia Price will be presenting at the S4OM Virtual Healing Summit this ...
03/25/2026

Summit Speaker Spotlight: Dr. Cynthia Price

Dr. Cynthia Price will be presenting at the S4OM Virtual Healing Summit this April: Presence in the Body: The role of Interoceptive Awareness for Health and Wellbeing

This presentation will provide an overview of interoceptive awareness and introduce the evidenced-based approach Mindful Awareness in Body-oriented Therapy (MABT), a touch-based intervention designed to teach fundamental skills of sensory awareness so that clients can have more tools for self-awareness and nervous system regulation

03/24/2026

Oncology Massage Essentials
Offered by Oncology Massage of the Carolinas
📚 Home Study: 6 CE hours (April 25 – May 26, 2026)
📍 In-Person: 24 CE hours (May 29–31, 2026 | 8:30am–5pm EST)
🏫 Indiana Therapeutic Massage School, Indianapolis
💰 Early bird $600, Regular $650
✅ S4OM-recognized foundational course
Instructors: Lucy Allen & Lucas Foote
This hybrid format gives you time to complete foundational learning at your own pace before diving into hands-on training over Memorial Day weekend. Licensed massage therapists welcome (proof of professional liability insurance required).
Learn the essential skills, precautions, and modifications needed to work safely and effectively with clients affected by cancer. Lucy Allen and Lucas Foote bring extensive oncology massage expertise and a practical, clinically-grounded approach.
🔗 Register: oncologymassagecarolinas.com/education

Virtual Healing SummitIf you're a massage therapist or esthetician that works with oncology clients, this Virtual Healin...
03/23/2026

Virtual Healing Summit

If you're a massage therapist or esthetician that works with oncology clients, this Virtual Healing Summit is a wonderful continuing education opportunity!

The summit on April 26 will focus on treating clients with head and neck cancers. Hear from industry experts on best practices to work effectively and safely with this population.

Visit s4om.org for more information

03/22/2026

BC massage therapists — another opportunity to train with Janet Penny this April! 🤍
Introduction to Oncology Massage/Part 1
Hosted by Oncology Massage Canada
🗓️ Saturday–Sunday, April 25–26, 2026
📍 West Coast College of Massage Therapy, New Westminster, BC
⏱️ 9am–5pm both days | 15 CE hours + 1 hour home study
💰 $550
✅ S4OM-recognized foundational course
Instructor: Janet Penny
Open to LMTs, CMTs, and massage students who are competent in full body massage. This weekend training provides the essential foundation for working safely and effectively with clients affected by cancer.
Located in the heart of New Westminster at West Coast College of Massage Therapy — accessible via SkyTrain and convenient for therapists throughout Metro Vancouver.
🔗 Register: oncologymassagecanada.ca/training-courses

03/20/2026

Oncology Massage: Compassionate Touch, Level 1
Ofrecido por Ismet, centro de formación
🗓️ Martes 22 – Jueves 24 de abril, 2026
📍 C/ Floridablanca 18-20, 08015 Barcelona
⏱️ 24 CE horas (presencial) + 4 meses de seguimiento online
✅ S4OM-recognized foundational course
✅ Abierto a profesionales de la salud, terapeutas manuales y cuidadores
✅ Se requiere hablar español
Instructoras: Montse García Pallarols & Montse Espejo Salamanca
Mismo programa de excelencia, ubicación céntrica en Barcelona. Aprende a trabajar de manera segura y compasiva con clientes que enfrentan un diagnóstico de cáncer, con el apoyo continuo de 4 meses de seguimiento online.
🔗 Más información: ismet.es

Summit Speaker Spotlight: Catherine Ryan RMTCatherine Ryan RMT will be presenting this year at the S4OM Virtual Healing ...
03/18/2026

Summit Speaker Spotlight: Catherine Ryan RMT

Catherine Ryan RMT will be presenting this year at the S4OM Virtual Healing Summit: Head & Neck Cancers: Fascia, Scars/Fibrosis and Lymphstasis

This presentation will explore the relationship between Fascia, Scars/Fibrosis and Lymphstasis and provide an overview of the evidenced informed, massage and manual therapy approaches for the tempering/prevention of fibrosis and facilitating productive changes in mature pathophysiological scar tissue.

03/18/2026

BC massage therapists — weekend oncology training in the Okanagan! 🤍
Introduction to Oncology Massage/Part 1
Offered by Oncology Massage Canada
🗓️ Saturday–Sunday, April 18–19, 2026
📍 Sena College of Massage Therapy, Kelowna, BC
⏱️ 9am–5pm both days | 15 CE hours + 1 hour home study
💰 $550
✅ S4OM-recognized foundational course
Instructor: Janet Penny
Open to LMTs, CMTs, and massage students who are competent in full body massage.
This weekend training provides the essential foundation for working safely and effectively with clients affected by cancer. Learn the clinical skills, modifications, and precautions necessary for this specialized work.
Janet Penny brings extensive experience in oncology massage education across Canada, delivering accessible, practical training.
🔗 Register: oncologymassagecanada.ca/training-courses

03/16/2026

Michigan massage therapists — train in oncology massage at an actual cancer center! 🤍
Oncology Massage Training
Hosted by Corewell Health
📍 24 CE hours in-person (April 17–19, 2026)
🏥 Corewell Health William Beaumont Cancer Center, Royal Oak, MI
⏱️ 8am–5pm EST all three days
✅ S4OM-recognized foundational course
Instructors: Karen Armstrong & Heather Stauffer
Open to LMTs and CMTs.
This is a unique opportunity to train in a hospital-based cancer center setting — learning oncology massage where it's actually practiced in clinical care. Three intensive days provide comprehensive preparation for working safely and effectively with clients affected by cancer.
Karen Armstrong and Heather Stauffer bring extensive clinical and educational expertise to this hospital-based training program.
🔗 Register: corewellhealth.org/classes-events/southeast-michigan/integrative-medicine-classes-events

Massage Therapists and Estheticians:Access the 2025 SUMMIT HOME STUDY PROGRAM. Available through May 2026 – transform yo...
03/16/2026

Massage Therapists and Estheticians:

Access the 2025 SUMMIT HOME STUDY PROGRAM. Available through May 2026 – transform your practice, expand your knowledge, and join a global community of healers… all from home!
What You’ll Experience:
🌿 Clinical Aromatherapy – Safe & effective use in oncology care
🧬 Bone Marrow Transplant Care – Specialized care approaches for those who have received a bone marrow transplant
💧 Lymphatic Review & Updates – Latest techniques & evidence-based practices
🏥 Hospital-Based Practice – Navigating protocols & enhancing patient-centered care
Why Choose the Home Study Program?
🎓 Flexibility – Learn at your own pace
🌟 Expertise – Internationally recognized leaders in oncology massage & esthetics
💖 Impact – Deliver healing, comfort & evidence-informed care
⏳ $85.00 to access; 4-CE's available to US massage therapists

👉 Learn more and Register: https://www.s4om.org/education/virtual-in-person-summits/2025-virtual-oncology-massage-esthetics-healing-summit/

03/14/2026

Alberta RMTs — oncology massage training is coming to St. Paul this April! 🤍
Oncology Massage Training
Offered by Authentic Roots
📚 Online Prerequisite: 8 CE hours (complete before in-person training)
📍 In-Person Training: 24 CE hours (April 16–18, 2026)
📌 St. Paul, Alberta
💰 Early bird $875+GST, Regular $925+GST
✅ S4OM-recognized | 32 CE hours total
Instructor: Jennifer Boulianne
Open to RMTs and second-year massage therapy students.
This hybrid format requires completion of the 8-hour online prerequisite before arriving for three intensive days of hands-on training in St. Paul. Learn the essential clinical skills for working safely and effectively with clients affected by cancer.
Jennifer Boulianne brings extensive oncology massage expertise to this comprehensive Alberta-based training.
🔗 Register: authenticroots.ca

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