Education

What We Offer

Family Center Therapeutics is pleased to share a wide variety of workshops, classes, talks and groups for professionals and for patients. We will be offering courses throughout the year.







All courses will be taught by Paula Jaspar, MEd, RMT .

Part 1: Pregnancy
Part 2: Labour, Birth and Postpartum
Part 3: the Complicated Pregnancy *
Part 4: Infant Massage
Part 5: Post Cesarean Section Treatment
Part 6: Breast Treatment -Intro
Part 7: Breast Treatment -Advanced **
Courses are designed to be taken independently unless *.
*Part 3 requires Part 1
**Part 7 requires Part 6

** New Course ** Online only: Introduction to the Complicated Pregnancy

Paediatric Courses:
Part 1 - Introduction to Paediatric Care
Part 2 - Introduction to school aged (preschool to elementary) paediatric care **
Part 3 - Introduction to youth and teen care **

** Requires you to take Part 1 first

All workshops have limited space. Excellent sanitation protocols are practiced including, social distancing, hand hygiene and masks.


Passionate About Education

Join us for one of the classes posted below and you’ll see how passionate we are about education. We offer workshops and classes for both working professionals and the public. We aim to keep our classes relaxed but focussed on the task at hand. We take feedback from our students to constantly improve what we offer. Our classes are updated regularly so check back often to see what’s new.

Future Classes

We also want to hear from you! Let us know what classes you would like us to offer in the future.

Current Classes

Categories

Massage Therapy During the Childbearing Years - Introduction to the Complicated Pregnancy (Online)
October 11th | Massage, Professional Education

This course ,Introduction to the complicated pregnancy,  will give the learner a foundation for massage therapists to understand presentations of complicated pregnancies. The zoom style will allow for understanding presentations, considerations with assessment and treatment planning. We will discussing the most common placental, fetal and uterine issues. We will discuss fertility treatment and how massage therapy can support the process. Bring your curiosity and questions.

No pre-requisite course is required to take this course.

**Online only** held over the course of 3 weeks; attendance for all 3 weeks is required for certification:

Wednesday : October 11th, 18th & 25th : 7pm-9pm

Date: October 11th, 2023
Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Instructor: Paula Jaspar
Location: Online,

Cost: $375
Availability: Limited

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Massage Therapy During the Childbearing Year - Part 1: Pregnancy (Vancouver)
October 14th - 15th | Massage, Professional Education

For Registered Massage Therapists Only. We will be covering topics of pregnancy, common obstetrical complaints, assessment and treatment protocols and some labour preparation. Contraindications and precautions will also be addressed.

Note: This course is for registered massage therapists only.

Dates: October 14th - 15th, 2023
Times: Saturday and Sunday 9am-6pm
Instructor: Paula Jaspar
Location: Family Center Therapeutics, #712 – 2525 Willow Street , Vancouver, BC

Cost: $575
Availability: Limited

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Massage Therapy During the Childbearing Year - Part 5: Post Cesarean Section Treatment (Vancouver)
October 28th - 29th | Massage, Professional Education

This course is for Registered Massage Therapists only. We will be covering topics of treatment, positioning and protocol. As well as the common complaints, we will be discussing possible complications of surgery and common treatment protocols. Contraindications and precautions will also be addressed. Reviewing the Cesarean Section pages in the Labour, Birth and Postpartum workbook will be very helpful. In the confirmation email, there will be 3 links sent to you. It is highly recommended that you view them prior to the course start.

 

Note: This course is for registered massage therapists only.

Dates: October 28th - 29th, 2023
Times: Saturday and Sunday 9am-5pm
Instructor: Paula Jaspar
Location: Family Center Therapeutics, #712 – 2525 Willow Street , Vancouver, BC

Cost: $475
$400 when you book and pay before October 7th to save $75.
Availability: Limited

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Massage Therapy During the Childbearing Year - Part 1: Pregnancy (Vancouver)
December 9th - 10th | Massage, Professional Education

In this course, we will be covering topics of pregnancy, common obstetrical complaints, assessment and treatment protocols and some labour preparation. Contraindications and precautions will also be addressed.

Note: This course is for registered massage therapists only.

Dates: December 9th - 10th, 2023
Times: Saturday and Sunday 9am-6pm
Instructor: Paula Jaspar
Location: Family Center Therapeutics, #712 – 2525 Willow Street , Vancouver, BC

Cost: $575
$500 when you book and pay before November 18th to save $75.
Availability: Limited

REGISTER

Our Education Staff


Instructor Availability

Bio

Paula Jaspar is a Registered Massage Therapist. She is a member of the College of Massage Therapists of BC and the Massage Therapy Association of BC and graduated from the West Coast College of Massage Therapy in 1997. She completed her doula training in 1998. She completed her Masters of Education from Simon Fraser University in 2015. Paula has worked at a variety of places such as medical clinics, care facilities, spas and schools. She currently teaches at Langara College in the Registered Massage Therapy Program and continues to teach multiple postgraduate courses. She has taught at The West Coast College of Massage Therapy, Vancouver School of Bodywork and Massage, Douglas College and by invitation. Paula also does guest speaking for the local Health Units (in Vancouver, Richmond and Burnaby), community centers and special interest groups. She has been invited to speak at conferences in Canada (Vancouver, British Columbia; Toronto, Ontario) and the US (Millbrae, California; New Orleans, Louisiana; San Diego, California). Her work has been published through International Journal of Massage and Bodywork, the DONA International Journal, the BC Massage Practitioner Journal, Today’s Parent and have been featured in the Vancouver Sun and National Post. She has spoken on radio (Dr. Don show and Trying To Be Good). She is focused in education about massage therapy, perinatal health, pediatric massage, post surgical treatment (post cesarean, breast reconstruction, masectomy, orthopedic) and pain management. Paula has had a variety of experiences in the health care field and is constantly improving her skills and knowledge base. You can find her a interdisciplinary conferences around Vancouver, BC. Paula’s philosophy to treatment is that massage therapy is a commitment from her patient and herself. If you want to reach optimal function, she will help you. She had provided care to women in the APHC (Antepartum Home Care Program) and to women diagnosed with high risk pregnancies at BC Women’s and St Paul’s Hospitals. She also provides postpartum care for post cesarean section complaints, breast care and general fatigue, swelling and pain. She has a special interest in the perinatal care, pediatric care, post-surgical, pain, transitions and self discovery. Paula believes in balance of the mind and body, collaboration and clear communication. Your treatment may be through massage therapy, lifestyle changes, stress reduction, exercise or another form of therapy. Paula was born in Newfoundland, raised in Waterloo, Ontario and moved to Vancouver, British Columbia in 1989. She’s been happily married since 1995 and has 4 curious, stubborn, intelligent and joyful children and menagerie of rescue animals.


Instructor Availability

Bio

I’m excited to share my enthusiasm and knowledge with you at Family Center Therapeutics. I am an essential oil and self-care enthusiast. Creating body-care products with simple, natural ingredients has been a creative passion of mine. I have 6 years of formal teaching experience with a private college in Vancouver and I’m currently completing my Provincial Instructor Diploma through the School of Instructor Education at Vancouver Community College. I’ve always had a knack for breaking complex concepts down into smaller, easy-to-understand elements. The eldest of 9 children, I got a lot of practice explaining things to younger siblings; I’ve mastered the concept of “explain it to me like I’m 5.” I have been known to use outrageous and funny analogies to help you remember key concepts, so be prepared to laugh while you learn. I will be offering several Personal Product Making classes. Please join us in making natural deodorant, lip balm, body oils, bath bombs, salts, scrubs and so much more!


Instructor Availability

Bio

After training as a social worker over 15 years ago, Jay realized that her main passion was to elicit and honour people’s stories. Deciding on a creative path, she became a writer and a wordsmith for others, helping people to get in touch with their deepest truths or percolating ideas. Jay appreciates witnessing the spark ignited for individuals and communities in a workshop setting. She welcomes all levels of writers and values holding safe space to guide people in accessing their innate wisdom. She is a published writer, an expressive artist, and a master facilitator, as well as a mother, a lover of Nature, and a dual citizen of the US and Canada.

Paula Jaspar

Paula Jaspar is a Registered Massage Therapist. She is a member of the College of Massage Therapists of BC and the Massage Therapy Association of BC and graduated from the West Coast College of Massage Therapy in 1997. She completed her doula training in 1998. She completed her Masters of Education from Simon Fraser University in 2015. Paula has worked at a variety of places such as medical clinics, care facilities, spas and schools. She currently teaches at Langara College in the Registered Massage Therapy Program and continues to teach multiple postgraduate courses. She has taught at The West Coast College of Massage Therapy, Vancouver School of Bodywork and Massage, Douglas College and by invitation. Paula also does guest speaking for the local Health Units (in Vancouver, Richmond and Burnaby), community centers and special interest groups. She has been invited to speak at conferences in Canada (Vancouver, British Columbia; Toronto, Ontario) and the US (Millbrae, California; New Orleans, Louisiana; San Diego, California). Her work has been published through International Journal of Massage and Bodywork, the DONA International Journal, the BC Massage Practitioner Journal, Today’s Parent and have been featured in the Vancouver Sun and National Post. She has spoken on radio (Dr. Don show and Trying To Be Good). She is focused in education about massage therapy, perinatal health, pediatric massage, post surgical treatment (post cesarean, breast reconstruction, masectomy, orthopedic) and pain management. Paula has had a variety of experiences in the health care field and is constantly improving her skills and knowledge base. You can find her a interdisciplinary conferences around Vancouver, BC. Paula’s philosophy to treatment is that massage therapy is a commitment from her patient and herself. If you want to reach optimal function, she will help you. She had provided care to women in the APHC (Antepartum Home Care Program) and to women diagnosed with high risk pregnancies at BC Women’s and St Paul’s Hospitals. She also provides postpartum care for post cesarean section complaints, breast care and general fatigue, swelling and pain. She has a special interest in the perinatal care, pediatric care, post-surgical, pain, transitions and self discovery. Paula believes in balance of the mind and body, collaboration and clear communication. Your treatment may be through massage therapy, lifestyle changes, stress reduction, exercise or another form of therapy. Paula was born in Newfoundland, raised in Waterloo, Ontario and moved to Vancouver, British Columbia in 1989. She’s been happily married since 1995 and has 4 curious, stubborn, intelligent and joyful children and menagerie of rescue animals.

Tanya Bryant

I’m excited to share my enthusiasm and knowledge with you at Family Center Therapeutics. I am an essential oil and self-care enthusiast. Creating body-care products with simple, natural ingredients has been a creative passion of mine. I have 6 years of formal teaching experience with a private college in Vancouver and I’m currently completing my Provincial Instructor Diploma through the School of Instructor Education at Vancouver Community College. I’ve always had a knack for breaking complex concepts down into smaller, easy-to-understand elements. The eldest of 9 children, I got a lot of practice explaining things to younger siblings; I’ve mastered the concept of “explain it to me like I’m 5.” I have been known to use outrageous and funny analogies to help you remember key concepts, so be prepared to laugh while you learn. I will be offering several Personal Product Making classes. Please join us in making natural deodorant, lip balm, body oils, bath bombs, salts, scrubs and so much more!

Jay Nahani

After training as a social worker over 15 years ago, Jay realized that her main passion was to elicit and honour people’s stories. Deciding on a creative path, she became a writer and a wordsmith for others, helping people to get in touch with their deepest truths or percolating ideas. Jay appreciates witnessing the spark ignited for individuals and communities in a workshop setting. She welcomes all levels of writers and values holding safe space to guide people in accessing their innate wisdom. She is a published writer, an expressive artist, and a master facilitator, as well as a mother, a lover of Nature, and a dual citizen of the US and Canada.

"Knowledge is power. Information is liberating. Education is the premise of progress, in every society, in every family."
- Kofi Annan