Registered Massage Therapy Program
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Registered Massage Therapy Program
Our program emphasizes ethical practice, critical thinking, and evidence-based careβequipping graduates to succeed in diverse healthcare and wellness environments.
Program Overview
The purpose of this full-time program is to prepare students with the skills, attitudes, and knowledge to write the provincial board examinations set by the College of Massage Therapists of British Columbia.
Career Opportunities
Graduates will be able to work in:
- Multidisciplinary Clinics with other healthcare practitioners
- Private Practice / Spas
- Sports teams / Fitness companies
- Long term care facilities / Mobile treatments
- Teaching opportunities
Admission Requirements
To enroll in the Registered Massage Therapy program, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Completion of an Introductory Massage workshop, or the equivalent
- Completion of a Criminal record Check
- Completion of Assessment for Prior Learning (if applicable)
- Grade 12 or Mature Student Status (19 years of age or more)
Language Proficiency
To demonstrate language proficiency, applicants must meet at least one of the following criteria:
- Secondary Education: Evidence that three years of full-time secondary education have been successfully completed in English
- Post-Secondary Education: Evidence that two years of full-time post-secondary education have been completed in English
- Standardized Language Test: Achievement of minimum scores on a recognized standardized language test
Recognized Standardized Language Tests
- International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academics: Minimum overall score of 5.5
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) IBT: Minimum overall score of 46
- Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL): Minimum overall score of 40
- Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (CELPIP): Listening 6, Speaking 6, Reading 5, and Writing 5
- Duolingo English Test (DET): Minimum overall score of 95
- Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic: Minimum overall score of 43
- Cambridge English Qualifications: B2 First exam (FCE): Minimum overall score of 160 or "C"
- Cambridge Linguaskill: Minimum overall B2 level
- LANGUAGECERT Academic: Minimum overall B2 level
- The Michigan English Test (MET): Minimum overall B2 level
- iTEP Academic: Minimum overall score of 3.5
- EIKEN: Minimum placement of Grade Pre-1
Clinical Internship
Requirements for participation:
- Standard First Aid and CPR-C with AED or Standard First Aid-Health Care Provider
- Clinic 1 will be held after successful completion of Term 1 and 2
- Clinic 2 will be held after successful completion of Term 1, 2, and 3
- Clinic 3 will be held after successful completion of Term 1, 2, 3, and 4
- Clinic 4 will be held after successful completion of Term 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5
Immunization Requirements
Certain outreach or clinical placements may require proof of immunization. Students are responsible for reviewing and complying with all immunization requirements.
Course Outline
The curriculum is designed to equip students with the practical skills and knowledge required for a successful career as a Registered Massage Therapist.
Program Duration
- Hours: 2575
- Weeks Full-Time: 92
Fee Structure
- Domestic Students: $33,227
- International Students: $48,227
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