Program Overview

Therapeutic Massage
Diploma Program (D45750)

The Massage Therapy curriculum prepares graduates to work in direct client care settings to provide manipulation, methodical pressure, friction and kneading of the body for maintaining wellness or treating alterations in wellness throughout the lifespan.

Course work includes normal human anatomy and physiology, therapeutic massage, ethical/legal issues, business practices, nutrition, and psychology.

Career Outline

Employment opportunities may be found in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, health departments, home health, medical offices, nursing homes, spas, health and sports clubs, and private practice.  Graduates may be eligible to take the National Certification for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork.

The Therapeutic Massage curriculum offers two options – a degree and a diploma program.  The degree program will be offered in the Fall 2009.