Massage Therapy Diploma Program
Looking for an in-demand career with the daily satisfaction of enhancing and restoring the well-being of others? Turn your passion for health and healing into a reality. At Medix College, our Massage Therapy Diploma offers a well-rounded, hands-on approach to ready you for a career that promises job stability and flexibility to thrive in diverse work settings.
Program Details
Medix College’s Massage Therapy Diploma is designed with input from industry experts to help you become a successful Registered Massage Therapist (RMT). Our program includes 2000 hours of in-class and on-site training, giving you a thorough understanding of the human body.
The program is divided into small, easy-to-understand modules, making it simpler to learn and master each topic before moving on. We focus on making sure you really understand the material, so you’re well-prepared for the certification exams.
Our diploma is approved by the Ministry of Colleges & Universities (MCU) and recognized by the College of Massage Therapists in Ontario (CMTO). After graduation, you need to pass the CMTO certification exams, which include a written Multiple-Choice Question (MCQ) exam and the Objectively Structured Clinical Evaluation (OSCE).
Once you pass these exams, you’ll be registered with the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario and can use the titles “Massage Therapist” and “Registered Massage Therapist.”
What does the Massage Therapy Diploma cover?
Our Massage Therapy Diploma program teaches essential massage techniques and covers key skills such as hydrotherapy, palpation, remedial exercise, and patient assessment. You will learn various massage treatments and important medical topics like anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and pathology. The program also includes courses on industry ethics and professional communication, so you’re fully prepared for a successful career in massage therapy.
Hands-On Learning: Your Massage Therapy Externship
A hands-on career needs hands-on learning. At Medix, our Massage Therapy program includes practical experience in our modern massage therapy labs. This mandatory part of the program lets you apply what you’ve learned in real-world settings. Here’s what you’ll experience:
- Student-Run Clinic: Practice a range of massage techniques in our labs, which simulate real-world environments for refining your skills.
- Focused Medical Knowledge: Deepen your understanding of massage therapy practices.
- Specialized Techniques: Explore sports massage, clinical massage, and prenatal massage.
- Physical Function: Learn to maintain, rehabilitate, and enhance physical function to relieve pain.
Personal and Professional Growth
At Medix, we go beyond practical skills. Our programs are designed to help you grow personally and professionally with unique modules on mindset development and financial literacy:
Thought Patterns for High Performance®
Mindsetting for Success and Well-being in the Digital Age™ from The Pacific Institute
Learn how to overcome limiting beliefs, habits, and attitudes through proven techniques that promote a growth mindset. You’ll gain tools to boost your well-being, educational success, and career achievement.
Enriched Academy
This personal finance tool equips you with the knowledge to manage your money and build a strong financial future, ensuring you’re prepared for all aspects of life after graduation.
Download Course Outline
Begin your educational journey with Medix College by exploring our comprehensive Massage Therapy program.
Download the course outline to discover detailed course content and curriculum information.
Take the first step towards a rewarding career in healthcare!
Admissions Requirements
For admissions to Medix College, Canadian students must:
- Interview with an admissions advisor
- Provide proof of Gr. 12 OSSD or Mature Student Status
- Complete an application for admission
- Take an entrance evaluation
Program Costs
Financial assistance may be available to those who qualify. To find out what you’re eligible for, contact our amazing admissions team to review your options today!
Total Program Fees
Admissions Registration Fee: $25 *
Tuition: $22,035.00
Lab Fees: $2190.00
Books: $450.00
Uniform: $100.00
Student Kit: $425.00
Total: $25,200.00
*Applied to tuition upon enrollment.
Career Options for Massage Therapists
As a student of Medix College’s Massage Therapy program, you’ll have access to our job placement services. Our team is dedicated to helping you succeed by offering support with resume writing, cover letters, interview preparation, and job search strategies. We also host specialized workshops, including sessions with community partners on Customer Service Excellence and LinkedIn profile development.
Our mission is to equip you with the tools and skills needed to land a job in the dental and healthcare field in the Toronto area and beyond.
Our Graduates Have Been Hired At
- Health & Wellness Spas
- Medical Offices
- Fitness Clubs
- Cruise Ships & International Resorts
- Mobile Outpatient/Home Care
- Long Term Care & Hospitals
- Start your own massage therapy clinic
Salary
$35,320
AVERAGE ANNUAL SALARY*
$59,600
HIGH ANNUAL SALARY*
Source: Job Bank
*Wage data rounded down to the nearest dollar. Average wage represents the middle value between lowest to highest wages. Local income may vary.