Program at a glance
Credential
Diploma
Work experience
Clinical/fieldwork placement
Study options
Full-time
Open to International
Yes
Area of study
Length
2 years or 6 terms
Prepare to become an independent, successful and professional massage therapy practitioner
Start in September
Gain advanced knowledge and practical application of the skills necessary to provide safe, effective and ethical massage therapy that meets the entry-to-practice standards.
Is massage therapy right for you?
TheDiploma in Massage Therapyis an intensive, cohort-based program.Students will learn to apply principles of physical, health, and social sciences as they relate to massage therapy in the classroom, simulated environments, and through clinical placements in the community.If you arecaring and compassionate with a desire to help others, massage therapy could be your path to an exciting and fulfilling career.
Hands-on learning
You'll have the opportunity to develop and refine your massage knowledge and techniques through classroom and lab learning along with clinical placements in our on-campus clinics and opportunities in the community.
Massage Therapy Clinic
As part of the Diploma in Massage Therapy, you will have the opportunity to work at ߴý’s on-campus clinics offering both a state of the art applied learning environment for students, and exemplary services to its clientele.
The ߴý advantage
The Massage Therapy program will provide you with an applied credential that meets industry standards set by the CMTBC and is academically recognized by the B.C. Post-Secondary system. As a student, you'll receive many benefits including: access to financial aid, awards and bursaries; transit U-Pass; extended health/dental plan; Fitness & Recreation membership; academic support andother student services.
After graduation
Upon graduation, you'll be eligible to take the registration examination as set by the College of Massage Therapists of British Columbia (CMTBC) to become a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT).
Graduates who attain a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) designation are eligible to take the exam to obtain the Certified Sport Massage Therapist designation through the Canadian Sport Massage Therapists Association (CSMTA).
Career opportunities
Graduates who successfully pass the CMTBC's registration examination and complete all registration requirements are able to practice as a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) in the province of British Columbia. RMTs find employment opportunities within the following areas:
- Massage therapy clinics
- Private practices
- Chiropractic, athletic therapy and physiotherapy multi-disciplinary clinics
- Elite athletic teams
- Wellness centres
- Spa resorts
What you'll learn
Current students wanting information about your program, go to student planning in.
Program outline
For more details, including courses, please see the program outline in the academic calendar.
What to expect
The Diploma in Massage Therapy is a two-year cohort-based program which starts each September and is delivered over six consecutive 14-week terms. This program is part of the Centre for Sport & Exercise Education and is located on the Interurban campus. Clinic placements may take place at either our Interurban or Lansdowne campus clinic.
You will learn to apply principles of physical, health and social sciences as they relate to massage therapy in the classroom, simulated environments and through clinical placements in our on-campus Massage Therapy clinics and in the community.
Year 1
You'll cover the basics of anatomy, physiology, pathology and neurology. You will build practical skills, assessment techniques and manual applications and complete your first clinical placement during term 3.
Year 2
You'll learn about systemic treatment methods, medications, nutrition and self-care while developing your business management and research skills. You will also complete clinical placements each term and finish your program at the end of August in term 6.
A rewarding career
Massage Therapists in BC* of$62,568depending on employer and seniority.
*2021 Job Bank Wage Rate Data
Tuition and fees
Effective from September 1, 2024, to August 31, 2025
Estimated tuition
Tuition estimates are for the entire program.
Massage Therapy, Diploma
$35,885 (domestic)
$86,424 (international)
Domestic tuition fees vary depending on the individual course fees for the classes you select.
For International students visit: International Tuition & Fees.
Student fees
In addition to tuition estimates, student fees are calculated based on your enrolment. Refer to:Student Fees.
Financial assistance
You may need to find more than one source of funding to help pay for your education and living costs while attending college. Check out sources of money you don't need to pay back as well as those that need to be repaid.
Admission requirements
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When you apply you will need to submit proof that you meet the program admission requirements listed above. Where a letter grade is specified, you must have proof of that grade or higher.
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Program participation requirements
Some courses in this program will require math as a pre-requisite (e.g. “C” in Pre-calculus 11, Foundations of Math 11, MATH 077, or MATH 073; or “C+” in MATH 075, or MATH 072). Students may enter this program without Math, but must complete one of the Math courses listed above or successfully complete ߴý’s Math assessment.
Contact us
If you have admissions questions contact us today!
If you have questions about what you can expect to learn in your Massage Therapy classes contactsported@camosun.ca.
Faculty
ߴý is proud of the excellent quality of its instruction. Our teaching staff are experienced, inspiring and supportive of our students' individual journeys.
Please see our continuing Massage Therapy faculty below. For a full list of our faculty, please visit our CSEE contact page.
Faculty/staff profile
Faculty/staff profile
Sheri Griffiths
Program Leader, Massage Therapy; Instructor
griffithss@camosun.ca
250-370-4747
PISE 208
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Faculty/staff profile
Faculty/staff profile
Faculty/staff profile
Colleen Liang
Clinical Instructor
250-370-4747
LACC 123
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Faculty/staff profile
Faculty/staff profile
Shay Saulsgiver
Clinical Instructor
250-370-4747
LACC 123
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Learn more
For more details, including courses, please see the program outline in the academic calendar.
Contact information
Centre for Sport and Exercise Education
Campus location
Pacific Institute for Sport Education Building (PISE), room 306
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