Massage Therapy Program
Swedish, deep tissue, sports, hot stone and spa body treatments.
Program overview
The Therapy Program (1,000 hours) is a comprehensive course with in-depth education in therapeutic massage, bodywork modalities and holistic wellness practices.
Combining theoretical instruction with extensive practical training, students learn human anatomy, physiology and kinesiology alongside massage techniques — including Swedish massage, deep tissue, reflexology, hot stone therapy, sports massage and spa body treatments — with an emphasis on client health, body mechanics and hygiene.
What you'll learn
Curriculum
| Topic | Description | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Anatomy, Physiology & Kinesiology | Structure and function of human body systems, bones, muscles, joints, biomechanics, and physiological responses to massage. | 200 |
| Health, Safety, Disinfection & Pathology | Sanitation, hygiene, infection control, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), medical contraindications, and client health history evaluation. | 100 |
| Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork Techniques | Hands-on instruction in Swedish massage, deep tissue, trigger point therapy, sports massage, reflexology, and hot stone therapy. | 500 |
| Spa Treatments & Hydrotherapy | Body scrubs, body wraps, aromatherapy, thermotherapy, and specialized holistic relaxation techniques. | 100 |
| Professional Ethics & Business Practice | Scope of practice, professional boundaries, client consultation, business law, marketing, and wellness facility management. | 100 |
| Total | 1,000 |
Career paths
After passing the California State Board exam, graduates can pursue roles such as:
Job placement assistance is provided after licensing. Employment is not guaranteed.
Tuition
| Tuition | $6,500 |
| Kit | Tools and supplies not included |
| Payment | Payment plans available — deposit, then installments. How it works |
| Not included | California State Board application & exam fees (paid directly to the Board) |
| Upon completion | Certificate of completion |
Prices subject to change — please confirm with admissions.