New Zealand College of Massage

PROFILE NEW ZEALAND COLLEGE OF MASSAGE

locationNew Zealand

Established in 1984

New Zealand College of Massage is a specialist training provider in New Zealand focused on preparing students for careers in the wellness and massage therapy industry through vocational massage education. It is known for offering massage-related study options such as certificate level study, diploma level study, and short courses or professional development workshops.

ACHIEVEMENTS

  • Recognised as the first institution in New Zealand to launch a degree level programme in massage therapy in 2005.

  • Listed by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority as a developer of massage therapy qualifications on the New Zealand Qualifications and Credentials Framework, including qualifications that later became discontinued or replaced.

  • Referenced in peer reviewed academic literature discussing the professionalisation and education standards of massage therapy in New Zealand.

FACILITIES

  • Practical massage training rooms

  • Student teaching clinic for supervised practice

  • Lecture and theory classrooms

  • Student common areas

LOCATION

Main Campus

Wellington Campus, Level 1, 32 Kent Terrace, Mount Victoria, Wellington, New Zealand

INTAKE & PROGRAMMED OFFERED

Intake

PRE UNIVERSITY

January February March April May June July August September October November December

IELTS: 5.0

UNDERGRADUATE

January February March April May June July August September October November December

IELTS: NA

POST GRADUATE

January February March April May June July August September October November December

IELTS: NA

Programmes

  • Certificate in Study and Career Preparation for Massage (Level 4)
  • New Zealand Diploma in Wellness and Relaxation Massage (Level 5)
  • Diploma in Clinical Massage Therapy (Level 6)

TUITION FEE & LIVING COST

TUITION FEE

APPLICATION FEE

NA

PRE UNIVERSITY

UNDER GRADUATE

POSTGRADUATE

NZD6,732

NA

NA

Living Cost

Approximately NZD 1,800 to NZD 2,500 per month in Wellington, including accommodation, food, transport, and basic personal expenses. Actual living costs vary depending on lifestyle, housing type, and location within the city.

ACCOMODATION

off-campus
Private Rental Apartments

These are privately managed apartments or shared flats commonly used by students studying in central Wellington. They offer flexibility in lease terms and proximity to public transport and city facilities.


• Benefit: Independent living and flexible room options
• Room type: Single room or shared room
• Facilities: Shared kitchen, bathroom, laundry
• Price range: Approximately NZD 250 to NZD 450 per week

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