{"id":37881,"date":"2019-10-16T22:27:49","date_gmt":"2019-10-17T02:27:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fqm.qc.ca\/?p=37881"},"modified":"2019-10-16T22:36:59","modified_gmt":"2019-10-17T02:36:59","slug":"new-recognition-of-professional-experience","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fqm.qc.ca\/en\/new-recognition-of-professional-experience\/","title":{"rendered":"NEW: Recognition of professional experience"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3><b><span lang=\"EN-CA\">You could add up to 350 hours to your FQM file:\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><span lang=\"EN-CA\">NEW: 200 hours of professional experience recognition, including recognition of non-accredited training courses\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span lang=\"EN-CA\">150 hours of recognition of complementary health training, including in nursing care, social work, kinesiology,\u00a0osteopathy,\u00a0etc. (see below for details)\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div align=\"center\">\n<hr align=\"center\" noshade=\"noshade\" size=\"2\" width=\"100%\" \/><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span lang=\"EN-CA\">The FQM has begun a new chapter, and we have a great deal to share with you. Thank you for carefully reading the following article.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b><span lang=\"EN-CA\">Current situation:\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span lang=\"EN-CA\">As you know,\u00a0the Great West insurance company has increased its requirement to 1,000 training hours for reimbursement of massage therapy care, effective April 1, 2020. This concerns only massage therapists <b><u>trained<\/u><\/b>\u00a0since April 1, 2020.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span lang=\"EN-CA\">A reminder to massage therapists who were trained before April 1, 2020 and have not yet reached the 1,000 hours required: You will be <b><u>recognized by Great West<\/u><\/b>\u00a0according to the <\/span><span lang=\"EN-CA\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fqm.qc.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Quebec-Massage-Therapy-Professional-EquivalencyEnglish.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/extranet.fqm.qc.ca\/sites\/all\/modules\/civicrm\/extern\/url.php?u%3D8034%26qid%3D1554597&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1571342628668000&amp;usg=AFQjCNHSMHPOdSVINf9KaLAiEQlPp-AwTg\">conditions detailed here<\/a><\/span><span lang=\"EN-CA\">. The FQM is aware that recognition of training hours is an important issue for its members. For this reason, we have established a process for recognizing professional experience, based on the model developed by the Minist\u00e8re de l&#8217;\u00c9ducation.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b><span lang=\"EN-CA\">Reminder concerning EXISTING PROCEDURES for increasing your training hours:\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span lang=\"EN-CA\">Update your file or forward your missing certificates for completed training in accredited schools to <\/span><span lang=\"EN-CA\"><a href=\"mailto:jean-francois.audet@fqm.qc.ca\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/extranet.fqm.qc.ca\/sites\/all\/modules\/civicrm\/extern\/url.php?u%3D8035%26qid%3D1554597&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1571342628668000&amp;usg=AFQjCNG7P11gOkMF3_y4b0OLQLY5tmIv_w\">jean-francois.audet@fqm.qc.ca<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span lang=\"EN-CA\">Enroll in training courses given by <\/span><span lang=\"EN-CA\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fqm.qc.ca\/en\/accredited-schools\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/extranet.fqm.qc.ca\/sites\/all\/modules\/civicrm\/extern\/url.php?u%3D8036%26qid%3D1554597&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1571342628668000&amp;usg=AFQjCNGLjRvIwiMv5tdCaIcIy__ITLITWg\">accredited schools<\/a><\/span><span lang=\"EN-CA\">\u00a0by following one of the training profiles set out in the <\/span><span lang=\"EN-CA\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fqm.qc.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/gab-sm_013_-_modele_quebecois_revision_4_27_nov_2015.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/extranet.fqm.qc.ca\/sites\/all\/modules\/civicrm\/extern\/url.php?u%3D8037%26qid%3D1554597&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1571342628668000&amp;usg=AFQjCNFU8jZUgt_aHZ0U0Tw3AEAqxauiVA\">Qu\u00e9bec massage therapy model<\/a><\/span><u><span lang=\"EN-CA\">.<\/span><\/u><\/li>\n<li><span lang=\"EN-CA\">We hasten to remind you that <\/span><span lang=\"EN-CA\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fqm.qc.ca\/devenir-membre\/finissants-ecoles-non-accredites\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/extranet.fqm.qc.ca\/sites\/all\/modules\/civicrm\/extern\/url.php?u%3D8038%26qid%3D1554597&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1571342628668000&amp;usg=AFQjCNEgYquA5sPRIolWyMUC8wnC3yX_TA\">massage therapists trained in a non-accredited school<\/a><\/span><span lang=\"EN-CA\">\u00a0can benefit from support and a promotion when they change associations and join the FQM.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b><span lang=\"EN-CA\">NEW PROCEDURES (up to 350 hours):\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span lang=\"EN-CA\">Since 2018, a\u00a0<\/span><span lang=\"EN-CA\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fqm.qc.ca\/nouveau-bloc-dheures-de-formation-en-sante-complementaire\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/extranet.fqm.qc.ca\/sites\/all\/modules\/civicrm\/extern\/url.php?u%3D8039%26qid%3D1554597&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1571342628668000&amp;usg=AFQjCNEQEVQ1Yhv-eiB2tuSZ-1xNRnhYhA\">150-hour training block in complementary health<\/a><\/span><span lang=\"EN-CA\">\u00a0has allowed you to earn recognition for equivalent training in a separate health field, including in nursing care, physiotherapy, PRT, occupational therapy, acupuncture, kinesiology, sports therapy, physical education, psychology, social work, sexology, and chiropractic. This equivalency program is aimed at recognizing skills acquired at the college or university level. We will also review applications related to osteopathy and naturopathy. Please send us your certificates to obtain recognition of your hours in complementary health by writing to <\/span><span lang=\"EN-CA\"><a href=\"mailto:jean-francois.audet@fqm.qc.ca\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/extranet.fqm.qc.ca\/sites\/all\/modules\/civicrm\/extern\/url.php?u%3D8035%26qid%3D1554597&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1571342628668000&amp;usg=AFQjCNG7P11gOkMF3_y4b0OLQLY5tmIv_w\">jean-francois.audet@fqm.qc.ca<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span lang=\"EN-CA\">We have added <b><u>200 hours of professional experience recognition, including recognition of non-accredited training<\/u><\/b>. Please note that we relied on the same principles and conditions established in teaching establishments recognized by the Minist\u00e8re de l&#8217;\u00c9ducation to develop the process for recognizing prior experience. Please view the attached <\/span><span lang=\"EN-CA\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fqm.qc.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Recognition-of-professional-experience.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/extranet.fqm.qc.ca\/sites\/all\/modules\/civicrm\/extern\/url.php?u%3D8040%26qid%3D1554597&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1571342628668000&amp;usg=AFQjCNETo-sAVQWivB7ktuJmPq31K7oB5Q\"><b>PDF document<\/b><\/a><\/span><span lang=\"EN-CA\"> for complete details on how to proceed. You can start compiling your file now, and please send it to <a href=\"mailto:reconnaissance@fqm.qc.ca\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">reconnaissance@fqm.qc.ca<\/a>.\u00a0We will begin processing your applications by no later than November 1, 2019. Thank you for your understanding in regards to processing times, as we expect to receive to receive a high volume of applications. We will do everything in our power to ensure that they are processed effectively and rigorously.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b><span lang=\"EN-CA\">Live discussion (in French)\u00a0on the <\/span><\/b><span lang=\"EN-CA\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/MaFQM\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/extranet.fqm.qc.ca\/sites\/all\/modules\/civicrm\/extern\/url.php?u%3D8041%26qid%3D1554597&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1571342628668000&amp;usg=AFQjCNHVsscLtFCY0ER3Oe3HNBXx1UGWbg\"><b>Ma FQM<\/b><\/a><b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/MaFQM\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/extranet.fqm.qc.ca\/sites\/all\/modules\/civicrm\/extern\/url.php?u%3D8041%26qid%3D1554597&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1571342628668000&amp;usg=AFQjCNHVsscLtFCY0ER3Oe3HNBXx1UGWbg\"><u> Facebook group<\/u><\/a>: Have a look !<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3><span lang=\"EN-CA\"><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span lang=\"EN-CA\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/MaFQM\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/extranet.fqm.qc.ca\/sites\/all\/modules\/civicrm\/extern\/url.php?u%3D8041%26qid%3D1554597&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1571342628668000&amp;usg=AFQjCNHVsscLtFCY0ER3Oe3HNBXx1UGWbg\">Join the group today<\/a><\/span><span lang=\"EN-CA\">\u00a0to see\u00a0the video of the\u00a0discussion we had last week\u00a0with\u00a0Jean-Fran\u00e7ois Bouchard, Executive Director of the FQM,\u00a0and the\u00a0members. You can\u00a0take part by asking your questions in the comment section of the video!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You could add up to 350 hours to your FQM file:\u00a0 NEW: 200 hours of professional experience recognition, including recognition of non-accredited training courses\u00a0 150 hours of recognition of complementary health training, including in nursing care, social work, kinesiology,\u00a0osteopathy,\u00a0etc. (see below for details)\u00a0 &nbsp; The FQM has begun a new chapter, and we have a [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":37882,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[20600],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-37881","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-news"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fqm.qc.ca\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/37881","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fqm.qc.ca\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fqm.qc.ca\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fqm.qc.ca\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fqm.qc.ca\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=37881"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/www.fqm.qc.ca\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/37881\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":37888,"href":"https:\/\/www.fqm.qc.ca\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/37881\/revisions\/37888"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fqm.qc.ca\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/37882"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fqm.qc.ca\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=37881"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fqm.qc.ca\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=37881"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fqm.qc.ca\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=37881"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}