2026 Cohort Application

Apply for the 2026 Cohort

The application deadline for the February 2026 cohort is JULY 15, 2025.

The MPATH program is open to practicing, licensed therapists in good standing.

Oncology and/or hospital-based massage experience is helpful, but not required for consideration to be accepted into the program.

Only 12 applicants will be accepted each year.

Apply today!

FAQs

How are students selected for the program?

All prospective students will complete an application for the MPATH program. The application is reviewed by the MPATH administrators, then prospective students will be invited to have a conversation with one of the lead instructors. The purpose of the conversation is to get to know you and your goals and to determine if the program is a good fit. If you are not chosen for the program, you are welcome to re-apply for future cohorts.

How many people are accepted into MPATH?

Each MPATH cohort will have no more than 12 students.

Is there a payment plan for tuition?

Yes. There will be multiple payment plans available.

Will there be help getting an externship location?

Yes. We will work with you to find an externship location near you. We do expect you to have some ideas about where you might want to do your externship and, if possible, to provide us with contact information. We will reach out to the locations you suggest to tell them about MPATH and try to get your externship set up.

Will I have support during the program?

Yes. During the program, you will have access to Healwell’s private online community where you can post questions and get support from your fellow MPATHs. You will also be part of a 3-4 person “pod” which will meet monthly during the program to provide additional support and guidance. All of Healwell’s staff is invested in your success in this program, so there are multiple layers of support available to you.

When will the 2026 cohort be announced?

Stay tuned! We expect to announce the 2026 program dates and begin the application process in Spring 2025.

Will I be certified after this program?

The short answer is no. MPATH is not (yet) a Certification program. After this program, you will have 100+ hours of NCBTMB-approved CE hours in palliative care. You will have advanced, unique training in working with interdisciplinary teams in a clinical care setting, and deep understanding of working with serious and chronic illness.