Job requirements Massage Therapist (MT) in Canada
Find out what you typically need to work as a massage therapist (MT) in Canada. These requirements are applicable to all Massage therapists (NOC 32201).
Employment requirements
This is what you typically need for the job.
- Massage therapists usually require completion of an 18- to 24-month or 18- to 36-month program in massage therapy from an accredited school and a period of supervised practical training.
- Registration with a regulatory body is required in Newfoundland and Labrador, Ontario and British Columbia.
Professional certification and licensing
You might need to get a certification from a regulatory authority before you start working. Find out if this occupation is regulated and contact the regulatory authority to learn about the certification process.
British Columbia
Job title
Massage Therapist
Regulated
Regulatory body:
College of Massage Therapists of British Columbia
New Brunswick
Job title
Massage Therapist
Regulated
Regulatory body:
College of Massage Therapists of New Brunswick (CMTNB)
Newfoundland and Labrador
Job title
Massage Therapist
Regulated
Regulatory body:
College of Massage Therapists of Newfoundland & Labrador
Ontario
Job title
Massage Therapist
Regulated
Regulatory body:
College of Massage Therapists of Ontario
Saskatchewan
Job title
Massage Therapist
Regulated
Regulatory body:
Saskatchewan College of Massage Therapy
Do you want to work in another province or territory?
If you are already certified to work in a regulated occupation in your province or territory, it will be easier for you to have your certification recognized in another province or territory. See the Workers Mobility's website to learn more.
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