Registered Massage Therapy (RMT) Program in Kelowna

This two-year diploma program prepares students both academically and practically for a fulfilling career in massage therapy.

Sena's RMT Program

Fostering Excellence in Massage Therapy

At Sena College we are committed to fostering excellence in massage therapy education.  Our Registered Massage Therapy (RMT) program is designed to not only equip students with the skills to deliver effective treatments, but also to uphold the highest ethical standards in the industry.  

Our program is led by experienced and qualified faculty, guiding students to provide safe, ethical, and compassionate care, laying the foundation for a successful career in massage therapy.  Our comprehensive curriculum delves deep into the intricacies of the human body, empowering students with the understanding to assess and treat conditions of soft tissue and joints.

Upon completion of our program, students will graduate with a diploma in massage therapy and be fully prepared for the provincial examinations.  After passing the provincial examinations, you will be part of the amazing community of Registered Massage Therapists in British Columbia.

We take pride in ensuring our students not only meet but exceed the industry’s competency standards.  Our program is designed to enable you to reliably demonstrate the abilities outlined in the Inter-Jurisdictional Practice Competencies and Performance Indicators for Massage Therapists at Entry-to-Practice (PCs-PIs), as well as the Guidelines for Foundational Knowledge in Massage Therapy Educational Programs (GFK).  This thorough preparation sets our graduates on the path to success in their professional careers.

Sena College Registered Massage Therapy (RMT) program

Admission Requirements

  1. High School Diploma or Equivalency

  2. English Language Proficiency for students whose first language is not English (any of the following):

    • Grade 12 English 50% or higher

    • International English Language Testing System (IELTS) 7.5 or above Band score

    • Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (CELPIP) 9 or above score

    • Successful completion of a post-secondary English Course from a recognized institution 

  3. Successful completion of an approved Introduction to Massage Therapy Workshop

Tuition and Fees

  • Application Fee $150

  • Year One $19,000

  • Year Two $17,000

  • Textbooks $1,550

  • Clinic Supplies $125

Before starting in the student clinic in Term 3, it is mandatory to possess certification in Standard First Aid and CPR-C. Students have the option to undertake the course provided by Sena College at no extra charge. However, if a student decides to pursue the course independently, they are accountable for covering the associated costs.

Program Duration

  • 2554.5 hours

  • 84 weeks

Graduation Requirements

  • Successful completion of all 330 hands-on supervised clinic hours

  • Completion of at least 25% of all courses at Sena College of Massage Therapy or equivalent (see PLA policy)

  • Tuition fees completely paid

Program Organization

  • 6 Terms-14 week terms (13 instructional, 1 exam week)

  • Academic Courses: 3 hours x 13 instructional weeks = 39 hours/course

  • Practical Courses: 3.5 hours x 13 instructional weeks = 45.5 hours/course

  • Clinic Shifts:

    • 6.25 hours x 13 weeks = 81.25 hours/clinic course

    • 5 hours of hands on possible x 13 weeks = 65 hours/course possible

TERM 1

ClassClass NumberClass TypeClasses/ weekTotal Hours
Massage Foundations & Practice I1000P291 hours
Musculoskeletal Anatomy Palpation I1001P291 hours
Anatomy & Physiology I1500A278 hours
Musculoskeletal Anatomy Lecture I1501A278 hours
Professional Communication & Practice1502A278 hours

Total hours for term: 416 hours

TERM 2

ClassClass NumberClass TypeClasses/ weekTotal Hours
Massage Foundations & Practice II2000P291 hours
Musculoskeletal Anatomy Palpation II2001P291 hours
Assessment2002P145.5 hours
Therapeutic Exercise & Kinesiology2003P145.5 hours
Anatomy & Physiology II2500A278 hours
Musculoskeletal Anatomy Lecture II2501A278 hours

Total hours for term: 429 hours

TERM 3

ClassClass NumberClass TypeClasses/ weekTotal Hours
Orthopaedic Theory & Practice I3000P291 hours
Regional Exercise & Homecare I3001P145.5 hours
Joint Anatomy & Mobilizations3002P291 hours
Adaptive Massage3003P145.5 hours
Pathology I3500A139 hours
Research3501A139 hours
Clinic I3900C284.5 hours

Total hours for term: 435.5 hours

TERM 4

ClassCourse CodeClass TypeClasses/ weekTotal Hours
Orthopaedic Theory & Practice II4000P291 hours
Regional Exercise & Homecare II4001P145.5 hours
Neurological Treatment 4002P291 hours
Pathology II4500A139 hours
Neurology4501A278 hours
Clinic II4900C284.5 hours

Total hours for term: 429 hours

TERM 5

ClassCourse CodeClass TypeClasses/ weekTotal Hours
Orthopaedic Theory & Practice III5000P145.5 hours
Regional Exercise & Homecare III5001P145.5 hours
Medication & Surgery5500A139 hours
Business & Law & Ethics5501A278 hours
Case Study5502A139 hours
Clinic III5900C4169 hours

Total hours for term: 416 hours

TERM 6

ClassClass NumberClass TypeClasses/ weekTotal Hours
Orthopaedic Theory & Practice Review6000P291 hours
Musculoskeletal Anatomy Review6001P291 hours
Anatomy & Physiology Review6500A278 hours
Clinic IV6900C4169 hours

Total hours for term: 429 hours

Total program hours: 2554.5 hours

Total clinic hours: 507 hours

Possible max hands on clinic hours: 390 hours

This program has been approved by the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) of the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills.

Upcoming RMT Program Intakes

Upcoming RMT Program Intakes

  • Start Date
    January 6, 2025

    Application Deadline
    December 6, 2024

  • Start Date
    September 8, 2025

    Application Deadline
    August 8, 2025

Upcoming Introduction to Massage Course dates and information can be found here.

Are you ready to take the next step toward your future career?