Massage Therapy, CSC
Prepare for professional licensure as a massage therapist and practice as an allied health professional in the areas of health maintenance, assessment and rehabilitation.
At its core, massage therapy is hands on healthcare. More and more massage therapy consumers are integrating therapeutic massage and bodywork with their mainstream health regimen. Students within this program will develop assessment and treatment planning skills, applied techniques, an understanding of scope of practice, and critical thinking and ethical decision making. Students will have an understanding of how massage therapy directly and indirectly affects human anatomy, physiology, pathology and kinesiology, thereby allowing for safe and effective treatment.
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Degree Requirements and Outcomes
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Tuition Assistance
This major is eligible for G3 tuition assistance for qualified students.
Career Paths
Licensed massage therapists can be found in clinical settings to include sports medicine, physical rehabilitation, mental health facilities, hospitals, hospice, chiropractic clinics, physical therapy offices, as well as in the wellness center and day spa industry. Licensed massage therapists may work as employee or self-employed, independent contractors.
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Travis Mimms, LMT
Program Head, Massage Therapy
Spring Break 2024
The college will be observing Spring Break the week of April 1. The college will be open, but there will be no classes. At the Chester Campus, Moyar Hall will be closed for scheduled maintenance. Offices located in that building will be temporarily relocated or their services will only be offered on the Midlothian Campus. Learn more about office hours during Spring Break.