CMTO Standards + Rules,
Professional Practice Questions And
All Correct Answers.
How can a massage therapist practice acupuncture? - Answer If they have successfully
completed a confirmed acupuncture education program or have been grand-parented by CMTO
and have the required entry-level acupuncture practice competencies as outlined and have
professional liability insurance
When obtaining a clients informed consent you must discuss what six elements? - Answer 1.
The nature of the treatment
2. The expected benefits
3. Risks + side effects
4. Alternative courses of actions
5. Likely consequences of not having treatment
6. The client can ask questions and and can stop or modify treatment at any time
When complying with current Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) you must - Answer 1.
Ensuring needles are sterile prior to use
2. Storing and disposing of used needles safely
3. Documenting and implementing needle stick injury protocols
4. Vigilance in maintaining high standards standards of cleanliness, skin disinfection techniques,
needling technique and careful anatomical considerations
Advertisements muscle include - Answer 1. General information about the practice, such as
its location, accessibility, hours of operation, address and telephone number
2. Information about the RMTs and staff's education and training
3. Details on practices within the scope of practice of Massage Therapy that the RMT provides
4. Information on the types of services available
Advertisements can NOT include - Answer 1. Information that is false, misleading or
deceptive or that the RMT cannot verify
2. Comparison to another RMT or MT practice that could be interpreted as a representation of
superiority
3. Testimonials from existing or former clients, friends, relatives. RMT must take all reasonable
steps to disable social media functions that allow for testimonials
, 4. Express or implied endorsement of a product, product line, supplement or brand
5. Content that is unprofessional or that could hurt or negatively impact public confidence in MT
6. Referees to other locations unless the RMT practices at that location
7. Term, title or designation that states or implies a specialty or qualification that the RMT does
not possess
Can RMT advertisements show the CMTO label? - Answer No, any advertisements including
websites or social media pages cannot display CMTO logo as they may misleadingly imply an
endorsement by CMTO
Can RMTs provide discounts/promotions/free giveaways/ to clients or charge a different fee
than posted? - Answer RMTs can charge a different fee than posted if they are transparent
about the rationale for this change and obtain prior acceptance from the client. This change and
the rationale for it must be noted in the clients health record.
Fees and Billing Requirements - RMT - Answer The RMT must
1. Keep a financial record for each client that contains particulars of the services provided, the
fees charged and a copy of the receipt issued to the client
2. Not submit an account or charge for services that the RMT knows is false or misleading
3. Not sell or assign any debt owed for professional services to a third party (collection agency)
4. Make any penalties for missing or cancelling appointments public and known to the client in
advance of their first appointment and continue to inform changes in policy
Fees and Billing Requirements- Fees - Answer Fees must
1. Be communicated to the client prior to providing services
2. Be itemized on a receipt if requested by a client, person or agency
3. Be posted in a visible location in the practice setting
4. Not differ from the posted fee without noting the rationale and difference in clients health
record
5. Not be excessive or unreasonable
6. Not be reduced for prompt payment
Receipts must include - Answer A minimum of
1. Date of appointment
2. Name of client
3. Name of RMT
4. Amount of transaction
5. Signature and registration number of the RMT
Professional Practice Questions And
All Correct Answers.
How can a massage therapist practice acupuncture? - Answer If they have successfully
completed a confirmed acupuncture education program or have been grand-parented by CMTO
and have the required entry-level acupuncture practice competencies as outlined and have
professional liability insurance
When obtaining a clients informed consent you must discuss what six elements? - Answer 1.
The nature of the treatment
2. The expected benefits
3. Risks + side effects
4. Alternative courses of actions
5. Likely consequences of not having treatment
6. The client can ask questions and and can stop or modify treatment at any time
When complying with current Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) you must - Answer 1.
Ensuring needles are sterile prior to use
2. Storing and disposing of used needles safely
3. Documenting and implementing needle stick injury protocols
4. Vigilance in maintaining high standards standards of cleanliness, skin disinfection techniques,
needling technique and careful anatomical considerations
Advertisements muscle include - Answer 1. General information about the practice, such as
its location, accessibility, hours of operation, address and telephone number
2. Information about the RMTs and staff's education and training
3. Details on practices within the scope of practice of Massage Therapy that the RMT provides
4. Information on the types of services available
Advertisements can NOT include - Answer 1. Information that is false, misleading or
deceptive or that the RMT cannot verify
2. Comparison to another RMT or MT practice that could be interpreted as a representation of
superiority
3. Testimonials from existing or former clients, friends, relatives. RMT must take all reasonable
steps to disable social media functions that allow for testimonials
, 4. Express or implied endorsement of a product, product line, supplement or brand
5. Content that is unprofessional or that could hurt or negatively impact public confidence in MT
6. Referees to other locations unless the RMT practices at that location
7. Term, title or designation that states or implies a specialty or qualification that the RMT does
not possess
Can RMT advertisements show the CMTO label? - Answer No, any advertisements including
websites or social media pages cannot display CMTO logo as they may misleadingly imply an
endorsement by CMTO
Can RMTs provide discounts/promotions/free giveaways/ to clients or charge a different fee
than posted? - Answer RMTs can charge a different fee than posted if they are transparent
about the rationale for this change and obtain prior acceptance from the client. This change and
the rationale for it must be noted in the clients health record.
Fees and Billing Requirements - RMT - Answer The RMT must
1. Keep a financial record for each client that contains particulars of the services provided, the
fees charged and a copy of the receipt issued to the client
2. Not submit an account or charge for services that the RMT knows is false or misleading
3. Not sell or assign any debt owed for professional services to a third party (collection agency)
4. Make any penalties for missing or cancelling appointments public and known to the client in
advance of their first appointment and continue to inform changes in policy
Fees and Billing Requirements- Fees - Answer Fees must
1. Be communicated to the client prior to providing services
2. Be itemized on a receipt if requested by a client, person or agency
3. Be posted in a visible location in the practice setting
4. Not differ from the posted fee without noting the rationale and difference in clients health
record
5. Not be excessive or unreasonable
6. Not be reduced for prompt payment
Receipts must include - Answer A minimum of
1. Date of appointment
2. Name of client
3. Name of RMT
4. Amount of transaction
5. Signature and registration number of the RMT
