Become a Registered Massage Therapist
Massage Therapists have flexible, balanced, rewarding careers. They help clients from all walks of life every day. Learn more about a career as a Registered Massage Therapist
Inspired, Flexible Learning
Alberta College of Massage Therapy offers an inspired, flexible program that lets you train for a career as a Registered Massage Therapist balancing life and studies.
This progressive learning approach combines home study, in-class tutorials, and hands-on clinic experience. Students study from home using ACMT’s online Learning Management System, with instructors always available by email to answer questions. In-class sessions focus on hands-on learning, and starting in Module 3, students begin applying their skills on real clients in our student clinic, completing an average of 4 to 5 clinic shifts per month through to the end of the program. Practical exams are also completed in person, on scheduled Friday sessions.
Training Massage Therapists since 2001
Since 2001, Alberta College of Massage Therapy has been an industry leader in massage therapy education across Canada. Programs are offered at 8 campuses in Calgary South, Edmonton – Southside, Edmonton – Downtown, Fort McMurray, Grande Prairie, Lloydminster, and Red Deer!
ACMT is one of the largest and most recognized massage colleges in North America.
18 Month Program
Spa Massage Practitioner
Students learn the basics of relaxation massage and a variety of Swedish Massage techniques. Students are introduced to anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and hydrotherapy. After the third module, students practice on real clients in our student clinics. Graduates of the program receive a certificate and can work in spas or on cruise ships.
Massage Therapy Diploma:
Students learn deep tissue massage, fascia release, facilitated exercises, history taking, orthopaedic assessments and treatment of pathologies of the entire muscular-skeletal system. Students practice in ACMT’s Student Clinic throughout the program. Graduates become Registered Massage Therapists upon joining an association.
Direct Entry: Students who already have training from another institution may be eligible for direct entry into the second year program. Contact us to learn more.
Full Support
Students will have continuous support from faculty and the college during the course, via telephone, email and class times. Upon graduation, ACMT continues to track the success of students to ensure that the curriculum at Alberta College of Massage Therapy is meeting the needs of the students and industry demands.



