Massage Therapy
Certificate Program
This program familiarizes students with the theory and hands-on clinical skills necessary for entry-level positions as a Massage Therapist. The goal of the program is to assist Professional Massage Therapists trained to sit for the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork examination (NCBTMB) in Massage Therapy. These skills will enable graduates to qualify for work in various health care settings, including a hospital, chiropractic office, massage clinic, nursing home, health club, spa or in private practice. This hybrid program is made available less than 49% of instructional hours via distance education therefore; it provides an excellent opportunity for students currently working in the business field to upgrade their skills and knowledge.
Courses in this program include:
| Catalog No. | Classes Listing | Lecture Hours | Lab Hours | Total Hours/ Credit |
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CS 115 |
Introduction to Computers and Application (Online) |
45 |
45 |
90 |
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BIO 100/110 |
Medical Administrative Aspects(Online) Anatomy & Physiology (Online) |
45 |
45 |
90 |
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BIO 310 |
Intro to Massage Therapy |
20 |
20 |
40 |
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BIO 320 |
Basic Massage Applications |
30 |
30 |
60 |
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BIO 330 |
Swedish Massage, Deep Tissue Massage, and Kinesiology |
40 |
40 |
80 |
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BIO 340 |
Sports Massage, Reflexology and Shiatsu Massage |
35 |
35 |
70 |
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BIO 350 |
Hygiene and Nutrition |
25 |
25 |
50 |
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BIO 360 |
Spa Massage |
20 |
20 |
40 |
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EPH 300 |
Employment Preparation for Allied Health Programs |
50 |
50 |
100 |
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BIO 200 |
Externship |
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100 |
| Total | 310 | 310 | 720/33 |
Gainful Employment Disclosure
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| Massage Therapy 2010-2011 Passing Rate | Took | Pass | %Passing |
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2010-2011 Graduates |
10 |
10 |
100% |
| Program | SOC Code | Links to Occupational Profiles on O*Net | |
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Massage Therapy |
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O* Net Occupational Titles |
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31-9011.00 |
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Massage Therapist, Licensed Massage Therapist, Certified Massage Therapist (CMT), Licensed, Massage Practitioner, Registered Massage Therapist, Bodywork Therapist, Integrated Deep Tissue Massage Therapist, Therapeutic Massage Technician |
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On-Time Completion Rate |
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Placement Rates (2009/2010 AY) |
83% |
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Median Loan Debt |
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* Title IV HEA Programs |
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* Private Loans |
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Current Estimated Tuition & Fees |
$14,619 |
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