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 College of Massage Therapists of British Columbia (CMTBC) entry-to-practice standards.

Is Massage Therapy right for you?
The Diploma in Massage Therapy is 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 are caring 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.
As part of the Diploma in Massage Therapy, you will have the opportunity to work at Camosun’s on-campus clinics offering both a state of the art applied learning environment for Camosun students, and exemplary services to its clientele.
The Camosun advantage
Camosun's 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 Camosun 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 and other 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
Information sessions
The Centre for Sport & Exercise Education Information Sessions are a great way to learn more about a program and to get your questions answered by faculty and staff. For more information please contact sported@camosun.ca.
CSEE Info Sessions