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Massage Therapist - How to get into this job

Kaihaumanu Mirimiri

Entry Requirements

A certificate in therapeutic massage is recommended, as is having a first aid certificate.

Secondary Education

A tertiary entrance qualification is required to enter further training, and a B Bursary or NCEA equivalent is preferred. Useful subjects include English, biology, chemistry and physics.

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Tertiary Education

In 2006, the New Zealand School of Massage introduced a Bachelor of Health Science majoring in massage and neuromuscular therapy. Competition to get into the course is high, with places limited to 24 people a year.

The Southern Institute of Technology (SIT) offers a Bachelor of Therapeutic and Sports Massage. It is the only tertiary education provider offering a sports massage degree in New Zealand.

A number of polytechnics and massage schools in New Zealand offer certificates and diplomas in massage therapy.

Relevant courses

Massage Therapy

Training on the job

Massage therapists improve and add to their skills as they practise. They may also do postgraduate study while working.

Registration

Massage therapists can register with the New Zealand Association of Therapeutic Massage, though registration is voluntary.

Registration and membership requires: