Therapists
Preferred Practitioners (PP’s) are oncology trained massage therapists and/or estheticians who align with current best practices and with S4OM & S4OE educational standards.
* I am a massage therapist and/or esthetician but I am not oncology trained yet.
Welcome! We’re excited that you are exploring this rewarding profession. Please continue to browse our website. You will find an abundance of information on education and the field of oncology massage and oncology esthetics. If you would like to find an introductory foundational class or a specific educational provider, click on the links below.
* I am already trained in oncology massage and/or esthetics.
Excellent! Are you are interested in learning how to become listed as a Preferred Practitioner with our organization? If so, click the link below. Our preferred practitioner directory provides cancer patients, caregivers, and medical professionals, quick, reliable access to hundreds of oncology trained practitioners from around the world.
* I am already a Preferred Practitioner with S4OM and/or S4OE.
Welcome and thank you for being a valuable resource to your local cancer community!
We invite you to check back in frequently as classes, educational opportunities, public resources and our S4OM practitioner page (private page, requires a password) are regularly updated.
S4OM & S4OE are honored to partner with you in your oncology education and your professional practice.
Learn More About Oncology Massage and Oncology Esthetics
Oncology Massage
Oncology massage is a specialized branch of massage that focuses on providing safe and effective therapeutic and relaxation massage for those living with a cancer diagnosis. It involves advanced education and training that enables therapists to adapt and modify care to accommodate the unique needs of their clients.
The Case for Oncology Massage
Oncology Esthetics
Oncology esthetics is a specialized branch of esthetics that focuses on providing safe and effective skincare treatments for people living with a cancer diagnosis. It involves advanced education and training that enables estheticians to modify treatments to accommodate the unique needs of their clients.
The Case for Oncology EstheticsOncology massage, the world over, is driven by touch therapists who feel called to this rewarding profession. They work with a deep and abiding devotion to the heart of the world. They hold joy and suffering and walk willingly with those who ask.
Gayle MacDonald, Medicine Hands, 3rd edition
Learn More About Preferred Practitioner Programs
Regional Champions
The Regional Champion program helps oncology trained therapists connect and network with other professionals in their area.
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Grant Program
This program is designed to support special projects of Preferred Practitioners. Besides supporting personal aspirations, the proposed projects should bring added value to the applicant’s community and to the profession of oncology massage and/or oncology esthetics.
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Volunteer
Service to your professional community makes a difference; get involved on a committee, donate your time or services, or support an event.
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