Massage Therapy
Program Overview
Humber’s Massage Therapy advanced diploma program provides you with the in-depth academic preparation and hands-on practical experience required to become a valued member of a health-care team.
Working in our state-of-the-art facilities, you’ll develop the knowledge and skills necessary to conduct a patient assessment, develop treatment plans, deliver safe and effective treatment, and evaluate outcomes. You’ll also learn how to run a successful business, preparing you to become an entrepreneur or own a private practice.
As regulated health-care professionals, massage therapists are overseen by the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario in accordance with the Regulated Health Professions Act and the Massage Therapy Act.
Our mission is to develop knowledgeable, compassionate and respectful massage therapy students who will become outstanding leaders, effective practitioners and important contributors to their communities.
Upon successful completion of the program, a graduate will:
- Conduct a massage therapy practice* within a legal, professional* and ethical framework*.
- Apply business principles relevant to a massage therapy practice*.
- Communicate and collaborate effectively and professionally with clients, colleagues and members of the interprofessional team.
- Develop and maintain therapeutic relationships* to optimize clients’ health and wellness.
- Collect and assess clients’ information* to determine their state of health and the treatment goals.
- Develop a plan of care* according to the client’s condition and the treatment goals.
- Implement the plan of care* according to the client’s condition and the treatment goals.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of the plan of care*.
- Maintain documentation securely, accurately and in a timely manner.
- Develop and implement ongoing effective strategies for personal and professional development to ensure quality care.
Work Placement
Our curriculum is designed to emphasize depth and breadth in your clinical experience. You will have the opportunity to practise your skills with seven unpaid work placements – four of which take place on campus in our Massage Therapy Teaching & Learning Clinic and three of which take place off campus in the community. Thanks to our community partnerships, you will be introduced to a variety of health-care settings and given the opportunity to work with a diverse group of patients. To graduate, students need to achieve a minimum of 330 workplace hours. These hours are achieved through taking part in both their On-Campus Internship and Clinical Internship courses. These hours have been advised by the Canadian Massage Therapy Council for Accreditation (CMTCA).
Our Industry Partnerships
Thanks to our industry partners, Massage Therapy Program students have the opportunity to treat diverse patient populations and conditions including pregnancy and infants; children and youth; complex conditions including HIV/AIDS, cancer and diabetes; mental health conditions; neurological conditions; and palliative patients.
The Humber Advantage
State-of-the-art Facilities
Our massage therapy laboratory is a high-quality, comprehensive learning environment with hydro-electric massage therapy tables, hydrotherapy, physical therapy and therapeutic exercise equipment.
The Humber Experience
Student Testimonials
What are our students saying about this program? Good things!
Watch this video to learn more about the annual Massage Therapy Research Night. Hear about the research completed by third-year Massage Therapy students.
Mission
Develop knowledgeable, compassionate, and respectful massage therapy learners, who will become outstanding leaders, effective practitioners, and important contributors to their communities.
Vision
Lead Massage Therapy education that is learner-centered and evidence-informed, promotes self-reflection and self-efficacy, and fosters excellence in teaching and learning.
Your Career
Using the knowledge and skills you’ve honed in our program, you will help to improve the health and well-being of your patients. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with patients and with various health professionals to promote health, rehabilitate injuries and manage complex conditions. Massage therapists are generally self-employed and can work in a variety of settings including:
- health and fitness clubs
- health clinics
- hospitals
- nursing or long-term care homes
- spas
- sports organizations
Professional Accreditations & Recognition
Canadian Massage Therapy Council for Accreditation (CMTCA)
The program is recognized by the Canadian Massage Therapy Council for Accreditation as an accredited program.
College of Massage Therapists of Ontario (CMTO
This program is recognized by the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario (CMTO) as meeting the academic requirements for eligibility to write the registration examination.
Additional requirements may apply.
Note: The requirements for the additional credential(s) are determined by the granting body, which is independent from the College. Students are encouraged to obtain the specific requirements directly from the granting body before enrolling.
Massage Therapy Program with Genevieve Mailloux
Watch the video to hear Registered Massage Therapist, Genevieve Mailloux address what makes Humber's program unique.
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