Job requirements Massage Therapist (MT) in Canada
National Occupational Classification update
We have updated this page to reflect the transition to the 2021 version of the National Occupational Classification (NOC). This means that the occupation "massage therapist (MT)" was moved from the group Massage therapists (NOC 3236) to the group Massage therapists (NOC 32201).
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.
Source National Occupational Classification
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 in your province or territory.
Location | Job title | Regulation | Regulatory body |
---|---|---|---|
British Columbia | Massage Therapist | Regulated | College of Massage Therapists of British Columbia |
New Brunswick | Massage Therapist | Regulated | College of Massage Therapy New Brunswick |
Newfoundland and Labrador | Massage Therapist | Regulated | College of Massage Therapists of Newfoundland & Labrador |
Ontario | Massage Therapist | Regulated | College of Massage Therapists of Ontario |
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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