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Diploma of Registered Massage Therapy

Langara College

Vancouver, Canada
2 years
English
On campus
Diploma

About the program

A two-year in-person diploma in registered massage therapy.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (3 years): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Demonstrate core knowledge in Registered Massage Therapy. Apply relevant methods and tools to academic or professional problems. Communicate findings clearly and work responsibly in individual and collaborative settings.

Career outcomes

Administrative Coordinator
Project Assistant
Customer Service Representative
Operations Assistant
Program Assistant

Curriculum

Six semesters: anatomy and physiology
Pathology
Orthopedics
Systemic treatments
Visceral manipulation
Cranial sacral therapy
Myofascial release
Business practices
Gross anatomy cadaver labs
Clinical internships and exam preparation.

Entry requirements

Academic

BC Grade 12 graduation (or equivalent)
Or one full academic year / 24 university credits at a recognized post-secondary institution; Registered Massage Therapy from Spring 2027: 24 post-secondary credits plus the 2-day Introduction to Massage course; 2D/3D also need a portfolio and letter of intent

Accepted academic background

BC Grade 12 graduation (or equivalent), Or one full academic year / 24 university credits at a recognized post-secondary institution; Registered Massage Therapy from Spring 2027: 24 post-secondary credits plus the 2-day Introduction to Massage course; 2D/3D also need a portfolio and letter of intent

Language tests

IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 80
Duolingo 110

Documents you’ll need

Passport copy
Academic transcripts
Graduation certificate
English proficiency evidence
Statement of purpose where requested
Financial support evidence

How to apply

Review the admission requirements for Diploma of Registered Massage Therapy. Prepare academic transcripts
Graduation evidence
Language results
required supporting documents. Complete the application to Langara College. Submit the required documents and pay the application fee. Monitor the applicant portal for the admission decision. If admitted
Accept the offer and pay any required deposit. Complete study permit or visa requirements where applicable.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$20,105 CAD
Application fee	$155 CAD
Deposit	$9,000 CAD

Program details

Campus	West 49th Avenue Campus
Faculty or school	Health
Department	General Studies
Teaching language	English
Credit value	60
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	3 years
Scholarship note	Langara offers scholarships and awards for eligible students. International eligibility and award values vary by award.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
May 2027
Apply by
31 Jan 2027
78 days left
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
31 May 2027
198 days left
Program starts
January 2028
Apply by
30 Sept 2027
320 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 2 years.