International Students

Shiatsu Academy welcomes international students. Those international students interested in enrolling at the Academy must follow the same Admissions Requirements, beginning with the application process. (All funds quoted are in Canadian dollars). Interviews can be done over the telephone and other adaptations may be made, as required, to meet the unique situations of students living in other countries.

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT
You must understand English to succeed at the Shiatsu Academy of Tokyo since our classes and clinics are conducted in English. You must be fluent enough to comprehend your instructors and clinic clients, as well as the texts and other written material, and to complete written and oral assignments. If your first language is not English, we will assess your English-language capabilities in the interview process.

STUDENT AUTHORIZATION
If you are a citizen of a foreign country and wish to come to Canada to study you must obtain authorization from the Government of Canada. (If you are a Canadian citizen or have permanent residency status, this does not apply to you). You may acquire student authorization forms in your country of origin at the Canadian Embassy, High Commission or Canadian Education Centre. If you have any questions about how to obtain a student authorization, please contact the Canadian Embassy, High Commission or a Canadian Education Centre. The information provided here is simply a summary.
American citizens and permanent residents of the United States (plus residents of St. Pierre and Miquelon, or dependents of people here in Canada on students authorizations) may apply for student authorization at a Canadian port-of-entry.
You will need proof of identity, proof of sufficient funds to cover living expenses in Canada for 2 years. You will need a medical examination in your own country to obtain student authorization.
After Shiatsu Academy has accepted you as a full-time student, we will send you a letter confirming your status. You will need this letter, along with other documents, to qualify for a student authorization (visa) from Immigration Canada.
Please note: If you are unable to obtain student authorization, we will fully refund any fees you have paid to the Shiatsu Academy less the $ 100.00 application fee.