• Requires 2200 hours from an accredited institution approved for Canada. International applicants must read Section D below.
• Eligible for Direct Billing (eClaim) and liability insurance available with a Registrant Code.

• Supported Modalities or < 2200 hours of massage therapy training from an approved educational institution.
• Restriction: Ineligible for direct billing (eClaim) but can qualify for liability insurance with a Registrant Code.

• Student: FREE with proof of registration from an approved educational institution.
• Associate: FREE non-voting membership for like-minded people in related field / healthcare industry.
• Restriction: Ineligible for liability insurance or direct billing (eClaim).

• Review Terms & Code of Ethics.
• After reviewing all the requirements and sections below, Select your desired membership level and click NEXT at the bottom right of this page.
• Please have all your documents ready to upload before starting the application.

• Transcripts & Graduation Diploma.
• Professional Recommendations:
  • At least two letters from instructors or co-workers in a professional employment capacity.
• First Aid Certification: Standard A, B, C or higher.
• Criminal Record Background Check: Less than 6 months old.
  • We recommend My Back Check.
• Insurance Coverage:
  • Obtain a minimum of $2 Million CAD commercial and general liability.
  • More on Insurance Requirements.
  • Applicants must secure their own insurance policy and submit to MTWPAM.
  • We recommend PHSG - Preventative Health Services Group.

Please submit payment ONLY AFTER approval to ensure the correct pro-rated amounts.

• Massage Therapists (MTs): $125.00 (Annual)
• Wholistic Practitioners (WPs): $100.00 (Annual)
• Automatic E-Transfer: payments@mtwpam.com
• PayPal: Available via member portal.
• Application and Registration for MTWPAM is FREE

MTWPAM does not provide international credentialing. MTs in Nova Scotia must have at 2200 hours of Canadian approved equivalent training. Use these verified services:

• WES: World Education Services
• NHPC: Equivalency Assessments
• Proof of credentials must come directly to MTWPAM from an approved credentialing service. Applicants may not forward credentialed documents.

• MTs and WPs across Canada are required to provide Diplomas for all relevant training within their scope.
• Massage Therapist Titles Protection Act: Review NS Bill 193.
• MTANS Insurance: MTANS Insurance policies are NOT transferable. Check with your associations in advance.

• Frequently Asked Questions
• Continuing Education
• Registering with a Healthcare Benefit Provider
• Annual Declaration:
  • New applicants will receive information later on completing an annual declaration and do not need to submit one with their application