Allied College - Maryland Heights Campus

Massage Therapy Program Details

The Massage Therapy program at Allied College prepares you for an Associate of Applied Science Degree in just 19 months.

What Kind of Work Do We Prepare You To Do?

Our training teaches you to use a variety of therapeutic techniques to massage soft tissues that have been affected by stress, injury and illness. Your expertise helps your clients reduce stress, renew energy, increase flexibility, improve posture and more.

The professional skills learned in this program will also prepare you to open and manage your own massage therapy business.

What does our Massage Therapy program offer you?

• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology in relation to soft tissue injury and treatment.
• Supervised training in traditional Swedish massage and other treatments like hydrotherapy, sports massage, deep tissue massage, chair massage, reflexology, aromatherapy, lymphatic drainage and spa treatments.
• Direction for the use of proper body mechanics for injury prevention.
• Education in nutrition, stress management and wellness.
• Training in first aid, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification.
• Comprehensive study of skills needed to start and operate a Massage Therapy business.
• Supervised Clinic in a clinical setting.

What career choices are available to graduates?

Upon graduation, you will be qualified to work as a Massage Therapist in places like:

Sports Medicine Clinics   *  Orthopedic Offices        

Naturopathic Clinics   *   Yoga Retreat Centers

Cruise Ships    *   Physical Therapy Offices    

Chiropractic Offices   *   Pain Management Clinics

Dance Studios   *   Hospice Facilities

Beauty salons   *   Psychiatric Offices

Athletic Clubs   *   Nursing Homes

Golf Courses   *  Resorts   *    Spas

The professional skills learned in this course will also prepare you to open and manage your own Massage Therapy Practice.

Program Length

Classroom 68 weeks

Supervised Clinic 6 weeks

Total Program Length 74 Weeks