The function of the College is to protect the public by registering massage therapists and regulating the massage therapy profession. Through the approval of the Lieutenant-Governor, and with the consent of the Minister of Health and Community Services and Cabinet, the College is empowered to make regulations governing and directing…
CMTNL Exam Information
The CMTNL Exam Process
Questions and tasks for the registration examination are developed by a group of CMTNL subject matter experts (SME) who are massage therapists. Questions and tasks undergo three levels of editing, and all items must be approved by the College of Massage Therapists of Newfoundland and Labrador. The CMTNL reviews and approves all items for inclusion in CMTNL examinations.
Complaints & Discipline Process
The CMTNL administers the complaints and discipline process as set out in the Massage Therapy Act, 2005.
The registrar handles all inquiries and concerns and conducts the initial investigation of complaints. All complaints must be in writing and directed to the registrar of the CMTNL. The Complaint Form may be used to file a complaint. All complaints are treated in strict confidence.
Forms & Documents
The College provides a number of administrative forms, tools and application guides which are available for download here. You will also find direct links to these documents from the corresponding topic area on the website.
Read Our Mandate
The mandate of CMTNL is to protect and educate the public, regulate the profession, set professional and educational standards, enforce ethical conduct, investigate complaints against registered massage therapists, consult with the government on the approval of schools and programs of massage therapy.
Register of Massage Therapists
The public register contains up-to-date information on every Registered Massage Therapist in Newfoundland and Labrador. Information is initially obtained by the College when an individual first applies to CMTNL. Additional information is gained directly from registrants when they complete their annual renewal or when they notify the College of changes to their information.
Latest News from the CMTNL Blog
Mask Update October 15th, 2022
As of Monday, October 17th, 2022, masks will no longer be required for RMT’s or the client. However, we strongly recommend that you wear a mask to minimize health risks to you and your clients. Covid screening is still encouraged for all clients.
AGM 2022 & CMTNL Elections
The CMTNL AGM will be held on Saturday, October 15th, 2022 from 12:00 – 2:00 pm. It will once again be held via zoom and a link will be sent to those whose register. We are requesting that you register for the AGM by Monday, October 10th, 2022.
We would like to announce that Jessica Moore, Samantha Piercey – Murphy and Jennifer Earle have reached their maximum of 9 years serving on the CMTNL Board. As per section 22 of the CMTNL Bylaws, we must hold an election to fill the three vacant seats on the Board. Nomination forms are due on or before 5:00 pm on Friday, October 7th, 2022. Any nominations received after that date will not be eligible. The results of the election will be announced before the end of year so that the new board members will start on January 1st, 2023.
The link for the nomination form can be found here: http://www.cmtnl.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/CMTNL-NOMINATION-FORM-2022.pdf.
Mask Update June 6/22
June 6th, 2022
Notice to CMTNL Members:
As of March 14th, 2022, the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador has lifted all restrictions relating to COVID 19. However, most Health Care Facilities are still requiring masks.
Based on this the CMTNL requires that all RMT’s continue to wear a mask. However, masks will no longer be required for clients. We highly recommend that they wear a mask but it will up the client.
The CMTNL also recommends that RMT’s continue to screen their clients and continue to sanitize clinic rooms and be thorough with hand washing.