Thai Massage Diploma with ITM **New to Setsuko**

Description

Experience the power of traditional Thai healing with our in-depth Thai Massage Diploma Program. Designed for individuals who want to build a career in therapeutic bodywork, this program blends ancient Thai massage practices with modern anatomy, pathology, ethics, and clinical training. Drawing from the lineage of Nuad Bo-Rarn taught at ITM Chiang Mai, our curriculum offers over 460 hours of comprehensive instruction in both mat-based and table-based Thai massage, giving you the skills and confidence to work in diverse clinical and wellness environments.

This diploma meets the educational requirements for certification in Quebec and provides a strong foundation for practice across Canada and internationally.

🧘‍♂️ Why Study Thai Massage?

Thai massage is a dynamic, full-body modality that combines acupressure, assisted stretching, and mindful breathing. It improves flexibility, relieves pain, enhances circulation, and supports the nervous system. For massage practitioners, it offers a versatile and deeply therapeutic approach that reduces strain on the hands and body, while delivering powerful results to clients.

📚 Program Highlights

🔹 Cycle 1: Core Thai Massage Certification (460 hours)

• Thai Yoga Massage Level 1 (30 hrs) – Full-body sequence in supine position

• Thai Yoga Massage Level 2 (30 hrs) – Side-lying, prone, and seated techniques

• Supervised Clinic (35 hrs)

• Case Studies (45 hrs)

🔹 Cycle 2: Advanced Techniques & Professional Foundations

• Advanced Clinical Practicum (20 hrs)

• Supervised Case Studies (30 hrs)

• Anatomy, Physiology & Pathology (90 hrs)

• Helping Relations & Interview Skills (45 hrs)

• Sexuality for Professional Practice (45 hrs)

• Code of Ethics & Deontology (15 hrs)

• Business & Marketing for Massage Therapists (15 hrs)

🔹 Additional Specialized Training

• Thai Table Massage (15 hrs) – Thai techniques adapted for a massage table

• Thai Reflexology Foot Massage (15 hrs)

• Additional Case Studies (30 hrs) – For Thai Table & Reflexology techniques

🎓 Learning Outcomes

By the end of this program, students will be able to:

• Deliver 60–120 minute Thai massage sessions in supine, prone, side-lying, and seated positions

• Safely adapt Thai techniques for the massage table and reflexology treatments

• Understand anatomy and pathology to inform safe, effective care

• Integrate mindfulness, ethics, and client-centered communication into their practice

• Prepare for professional certification and legal practice in Quebec or other provinces

💼 What’s Included

• Over 460 hours of in-class and practical training

• Supervised clinic hours and documented case studies

• Professional mentorship and feedback

• Digital course notes and materials

• Option to apply for internationally recognized ITM Chiang Mai certificates (additional fee)

💵 Investment

• Program Cost: $5,700 (includes all instruction and digital course notes)

• Materials Required: Mat, table, pillows, and sheets (must be provided by student)

• Books & Manuals: ~$20 per book, per course

• Optional Certificates: $100 per ITM certification (Level 1, 2, Table, and Reflexology)

📍 Who Should Enroll

• Aspiring massage therapists looking for comprehensive, hands-on training

• Existing RMTs who want to expand their modality offerings and reduce physical strain

• Bodyworkers interested in holistic, movement-based, and traditional healing arts

Visit the Thai Massage Diploma Page for more information