Canadian youth aged 18 to 30 can now work and travel in Japan for up to 2 years!

Great news! Canadian youth aged 18 to 30 can now work and travel in Japan under the Working Holiday Program for up to two years. (Visit IRCC website for more details)

Even more exciting — CCST now offers job placement support at a hotel spa in Kyoto!
This means that after successfully earning your Shiatsupractor Diploma, you may be able to start your therapist career in Japan while enjoying its rich culture and hospitality.

For details about the 1,070-hour Shiatsupractor Diploma Program, please refer to the program page below:
https://www.shiatsuvancouver.ca/courses/diploma
We look forward to receiving your application!

Canadian College of Shiatsu Therapy

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Notice of Change in Student Recruitment Policy

As of today, the Canadian College of Shiatsu Therapy has ceased the recruitment of international students for the Diploma Program.

Certificate courses (which are shorter than 6 months) are still available to international students.

Admission is now open for the January 2026 intake.

For any questions or concerns, please contact the College directly.

Canadian College of Shiatsu Therapy

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Graduation News

Keiko
Congratulations, Keiko!
Keiko worked incredibly hard to achieve her goals, overcoming challenges along the way—and now, she has officially earned her diploma!
Wishing you all the best in your next chapter and continued success in the future!

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New English Language Requirements for All Applicants

As of January 2025, in accordance with amendments to the Private Training Act, our institution has changed its method for verifying English language proficiency.
Regardless of whether an applicant is an international student, a permanent resident of Canada, or a Canadian citizen, all applicants must meet the English language proficiency admission requirements for all programs.

Overview of the new requirements:
Applicants must meet one of the following criteria:

  • Completion of Grades 9 to 11 in a country where English is one of the principal languages, with a grade of ‘C’ or higher in English 11
  • Completion of two years of full-time post-secondary education at an accredited institution where English is the language of instruction
  • Submission of valid test scores (taken within two years prior to the program start date) from one of the following English language proficiency tests, meeting or exceeding the specified scores:
    • IELTS (Academic): 5.5 or higher
    • TOEFL iBT: 46 or higher
    • CAEL: 40 or higher
    • Duolingo English Test: 95 or higher
    • PTE Academic: 43 or higher
    • EIKEN: Grade Pre-1 or higher

If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us.

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Admission Requirement Currently Under Review

Please be advised that our admission requirements are currently under review by the Private Training Institutions Regulatory Unit (PTIRU). Our language requirement will be updated in accordance with their Regulatory Amendments, effective January 1, 2025.

We will provide an update once the new admission requirements are approved. Thank you for your patience.

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Graduation News

Satomi
Congratulations, Satomi!
Another successful student walked off with confidence and her diploma. Satomi put in her best effort to complete her program, and we are truly proud of her!
Please visit Japan Shiatsu Clinic at Surrey Central City or Lansdowne Centre in Richmond to receive her shiatsu!

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Graduation News

Aoba
Congratulations, Aoba!
After a year and 5 months of her Shiatsu journey, she successfully completed the diploma program last month.
We are very proud of her accomplishment.
Wishing you all the best for your future endeavors, Aoba!

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We will be back at Sakura Days Japan Fair 2024 (April 13 & 14)

It’s this weekend! We will be back at Sakura Days Japan Fair on April 13 (Sat) and 14 (Sun)!
At our booth, our students will provide Shiatsu therapy using massage tables.
You can experience Japanese food, traditional Japanese culture, and more!
Please come and join us to celebrate this beautiful cherry blossom season.

Sakura Days Japan Fair
Date: Saturday, April 13 – Sunday, April 14
10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Venue: VanDusen Botanical Gardens, 5251 Oak Street, Vancouver, BC

You can purchase admission tickets HERE

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Graduation News

Sota
Congratulations, Sota!
During his clinical placement, Sota would always welcome his clients with great hospitality.
We are very proud of his accomplishment.
Please visit Japan Shiatsu Clinic (Yaletown & Guildford Town Centre) to receive his shiatsu!

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Graduation News

Kei
Congratulations, Kei!
A graduate came to school this week to receive his diploma. Kei has been through a lot these past few years, but he stayed focused on his goal and achieved it.
We are truly delighted with his accomplishment.
Please visit Japan Shiatsu Clinic (Coquitlam Center) to receive his shiatsu!

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