Health Science
Massage Therapy
NEXT CLASS BEGINS August 12, 2024
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The Massage Therapy program is designed to prepare students for employment as licensed massage therapists in a variety of health care and wellness settings, such as spas, resorts, sports clinics, corporate offices, and/or medical offices. Though instruction and demonstration, students will develop skills in the manipulation of soft tissues of the human body. Student practice includes various massage techniques and the use of hydrotherapy and other allied modalities.
Graduates of the Message Therapy program will be prepared to take the Massage & Bodyworks Licensing Examination (MBLEx). Licensing is required for employment in the State of Florida. For information about national and program accreditation, contact the institution.
Program Information :
| Course Number | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| MSS0204 | Massage Therapy 1 | 375 hours |
| MSS0209 | Massage Therapy 2 | 375 hours |
Program Cost:
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| FL Resident Tuition | $2,100 |
| Out of State Tuition | $8,400 |
| Fees | $313 |
| Books and Supplies | $TBD |
| Industry Certification | $155 |
| FL Resident Total | $2,568 |
| Our of State Total | $8,868 |
*Prices are subject to change without notice.
Financial assistance is available to those who qualify. Please visit studentaid.gov to apply.
Certification
Massage & Bodywork Licensing Examination
Employment Opportunities
- Spas
- Resorts
- Sports Clinics
- Corporate Offices
- Medical Offices
- Self-employment
College Credit
Graduates may be awarded credits towards an Associate of Science Degree or Associate of Applied Science Degree at select Florida state colleges. Please click here for additional details.
Admissions Requirements
- Schedule a basic skills assessment ($15) or provide official documentation of a basic skills exemption to your program counselor/advisor.
- Schedule an appointment with your program counselor/advisor for basic skills assessment results and/or a program specific orientation.
- Physical examination and immunization record, drug screening (approved vendor only),
and Level 2 Background Check (approved vendor only). - Register for classes during open enrollment. Program registration runs on a first come, first served basis.
Accreditation:
For information about national and program accreditation, please contact the institution.
Program Info
Program Length:
750 hours ǀ 7 months
Program Offered:
August and January and June
Delivery Method:
Hybrid*
*Students enrolled in distance and/or hybrid programs must have daily access to a computer with internet and a valid email address that they check daily. Additionally, students must have all necessary hardware and software components required by their program.
Days & Times:
– Class
- Tuesday – Thursday,
5:00pm – 10:00pm
– And Online (remote)
- 16.5 hours / week
– Practicum
- 125 hour: / times vary
Enroll in our Massage Therapy program today.
To get started with this program, sign up today to attend a program orientation by contacting the Admissions Counselor at: [email protected] or 754.321.5891.
For additional information, please contact the Office of Admissions at (754) 321-5700.
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