Massage Therapy

Program highlights 

• Accelerated program will allow you to earn a six-semester advanced diploma in two years 
• Hands-on training in our high-tech massage therapy lab and during three placements 
• Provide over 330 hours of direct massage therapy care to the public under the supervision of professional massage therapists 
• Training in complementary laser, therapeutic ultrasound, TENS, cupping, and kinesiology taping modalities 
• Accredited by the Canadian Massage Therapy Council for Accreditation (CMTCA)  
• Grads are eligible to challenge the OSCE and MCQ examinations for Registered Massage Therapist credentialing (RMT/MT) as set out by the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario (CMTO) 

Admission requirements

For graduates of the new curriculum (OSS): Ontario Secondary School Diploma (30 credits) or equivalent or mature student status, including:

• Any grade 12 English (C) or (U)
• Any grade 11 (C) or (U) or grade 12 biology (U), or any grade 12 Introduction to Kinesiology or equivalent (U)

Please note: A minimum average of 60% is required in each of the prerequisite courses listed above.

You will develop your clinical skills by treating community clients in our on-site clinic and at community outreach experiences. You will become proficient at performing comprehensive patient intakes, doing assessments, and creating treatment plans for clients. 

In order to participate in clinical practice experiences students must complete mandatory medical and non-medical clearances. You are responsible for transportation and parking costs for community placements that will be off campus (hospital parking, etc.). 

Please see our fees page for the breakdown of tuition and mandatory ancillary fees by program and semester for both domestic and international students.

Books and supplies may be required at the course level over and above what is estimated above. Please consult your professor/instructor for further information.

Cambrian programs blend academic learning, hands-on training, and community involvement opportunities to help you achieve your ultimate goal – your dream career. You’ll have the opportunity to apply your knowledge to real-world scenarios within and outside of the classroom through work-integrated learning. Whether it be a capstone project, co-op, practicum, preceptorship component, or placement, you’ll benefit from a practical, job-related experience before you graduate.

Specific program pathways

Graduates of the Massage Therapy program at Cambrian College can receive up to 51 credits toward an undergraduate degree in Kinesiology or Physical and Health Education from Laurentian University 

College or university degree opportunities  

If you are a graduate of this program, you may continue your studies at a college or university and you may receive credit(s) for your prior college education. Refer to Cambrian’s college and university agreement details for further information. 

Success in this program requires that you come equipped with some program-specific technology requirements.

Cambrian College has implemented a BYOD principle to both enrich the student learning experience in and out of the classroom and to ensure flexibility!