Programs Massage Therapy
This program is designed to provide students with extensive and comprehensive training in body structure and the function of the various body systems, as they relate to massage therapy. Students will learn a wide range of manipulations, techniques, assessment skills, as well as information needed to perform tailored, thorough, full- body massages in both table and seated. You will receive instruction in serving special populations, infants/toddlers, deep tissue work, Swedish and reflexology.
Program Objective
Student’s work on members of the general public in a supervised and supportive atmosphere, gaining confidence, invaluable experience and a strong understanding of the business along the way. Students will also be certified in CPR, first aid and basic patient assessment skills.
Various career opportunities are available for our graduates. Whether you are interested in health spas, Doctor/Chiropractic offices, hospitals, hotels, cruise lines, massage parlors or as an Independent Massage Therapist, the choice is yours!
Program Curriculum
List Each Course |
Lecture Hours |
Lab Hours
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Ext/Clinic Hrs |
Credit Hours |
Contact Hours |
Module 1 :
Intro to body work, Professionalism, Legal Issues, Medical Terminology |
70 |
0 |
0 |
4.5 |
70 |
Module 2 :
Medical Term., Therapeutic Massage, Indications & Contraindications, A&P, Physiology & Pathology |
30 |
20 |
0 |
2.5 |
50 |
Module 3 :
Body Mechanics, Preparation for Massage, Manipulation & Techniques |
30 |
20 |
0 |
2.5 |
50 |
Module 4 :
Body Mechanics, Preparation for Massage, Massage Manipulation & Techniques |
25 |
25 |
0 |
2 |
50 |
Module 5 :
Preparation for Massage, Massage Manipulation & Techniques, Assessment Procedures, A&P & Pathology |
25 |
25 |
0 |
2 |
50 |
Module 6 :
Preparation for Massage Manipulation & Techniques, Assessment Procedures |
25 |
25 |
0 |
2 |
50 |
Module 7 : Complementary Bodywork System, Serving Special Populations |
30 |
20 |
0 |
2.5 |
50 |
Module 8 :
Wellness Education, CPR, First Aid, A&P & Pathology |
25 |
25 |
0 |
2 |
50 |
Module 9 :
Ethics, Preventing Medical Errors, HIV/AIDS Education, A&P & Pathology |
30 |
20 |
0 |
2.5 |
50 |
Module 10 :
Massage Manipulation & Techniques, Swedish Massage, A&P & Pathology |
25 |
25 |
0 |
2 |
50 |
Module 11 :
Massage Manipulation & Techniques, Deep Tissue Massage, A&P & Pathology |
25 |
25 |
0 |
2 |
50 |
Module 12 :
Business Consideration for a Career |
40 |
10 |
0 |
3 |
50 |
Module 13 :
Clinic |
0 |
0 |
100/2 |
2 |
100 |
TOTALS |
380 |
240 |
100 |
31.5 |
720 |
Theory and Laboratory instruction: 620 hours
Clinic: 100 hours
Total Hours: 720
Total Weeks: 36
Total Semester Credits: 31.5
Day Class Hours: M-Th 9am to 3pm
- Fri 9am to 1pm
15 lecture hours = 1 lecture credit
30 laboratory hours = 1 laboratory credit
45 externship hours = 1 externship credit
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