Massage Therapy Program
Learn therapeutic techniques and skills that will make a real difference in a client's health with the Massage Therapy Program. Preserve health, prevent disease and injury, and restore maximum functional ability when health is lost.
Program Details
Learn therapeutic techniques and skills that will make a real difference in a client's health with the Massage Therapy Program. Preserve health, prevent disease and injury, and restore maximum functional ability when health is lost. This comprehensive program is designed to provide you with both theoretical knowledge and practical hands-on experience, preparing you for the workforce upon graduation.
What You'll Learn
- Industry-standard practices and procedures
- Professional communication skills
- Hands-on technical competencies
- Workplace safety and protocols
- Problem-solving and critical thinking
- Professional ethics and standards
- Real-world application through practicum
- Career preparation and job search skills
Speak with our admissions team to learn more about this program and start your application.
Frequently Asked Questions
Island Career Academy's Massage Therapy program is delivered at our campus at 721 Alexandra Street, Sydney, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, including our on-site student massage clinic.
The Massage Therapy program at Island Career Academy is a 2-year program (Year 1 and Year 2), providing comprehensive training in therapeutic and relaxation massage techniques.
Massage Therapy students gain hands-on clinical experience through Island Career Academy's on-site student massage clinic, treating real clients under the supervision of qualified instructor-therapists throughout both years of the program.
Graduates of the Massage Therapy program receive a Massage Therapy Certificate from Island Career Academy, qualifying them to work as massage therapists in Nova Scotia's wellness and healthcare industries.
Why Choose Island Career Academy?
ICA has been building careers in Cape Breton for over 38 years. Here's what sets us apart.
Hands-on clinical training in ICA's on-site student massage clinic from day one
Comprehensive 2-year program covering therapeutic and relaxation massage techniques
Treat real clients under qualified instructor-therapist supervision throughout both years
Training Cape Bretoners since 1987 - 38+ years of career training excellence
Small class sizes for close instructor guidance and skills feedback
Graduates enter Nova Scotia's growing wellness and healthcare industry
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