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Overview
The Therapy Program (1,000 Hours) at MH Beauty Academy is a comprehensive course designed to provide in-depth education in therapeutic massage, bodywork modalities, and holistic wellness practices.
Combining rigorous theoretical instruction with extensive practical training, students learn essential human anatomy, physiology, and kinesiology alongside advanced massage techniques—including Swedish massage, deep tissue, reflexology, hot stone therapy, sports massage, and spa body treatments. Our curriculum emphasizes client health, proper body mechanics, and strict hygiene protocols to prepare students for a successful career in health and wellness.
Learning outcomes
- Anatomy, Physiology & Kinesiology: Understand the human body systems, musculoskeletal structures, muscle actions, and physiological effects of massage.
- Core & Advanced Massage Modalities: Master a variety of massage techniques including Swedish relaxation massage, deep tissue therapy, sports massage, trigger point, and reflexology.
- Spa & Body Treatments: Perform professional body scrubs, wraps, hot stone massage, aromatherapy, and hydrotherapy applications.
- Hygiene, Health & Safety: Apply strict sanitation protocols, infection control, workplace safety, and client health assessment procedures.
- Pathology & Contraindications: Identify medical conditions, skin conditions, and physical contraindications to ensure safe massage practice.
- Ethics, Professional Standards & Business: Practice professional boundaries, ethical client management, record keeping, and wellness center management skills.
Career Pathways
Career information
Graduates of the 1,000-hour Therapy Program will possess the technical expertise and clinical confidence to work across a wide spectrum of healthcare, wellness, and luxury hospitality settings. Job placement assistance is provided upon graduation.
Professions
- Certified Massage Therapist (CMT)
- Deep Tissue & Bodywork Specialist
- Day Spa / Resort Spa Therapist
- Sports & Athletic Recovery Therapist
- Clinical / Medical Massage Practitioner
- Independent Wellness Center Owner / Therapy Instructor
Program Curriculum
| Program Topic (Title) | Course Description (Subject) | Hours |
| Anatomy, Physiology & Kinesiology | Structure and function of human body systems, bones, muscles, joints, biomechanics, and physiological responses to massage. | 200 Hours |
| Health, Safety, Disinfection & Pathology | Sanitation, hygiene, infection control, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), medical contraindications, and client health history evaluation. | 100 Hours |
| Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork Techniques | Hands-on instruction in Swedish massage, deep tissue, trigger point therapy, sports massage, reflexology, and hot stone therapy. | 500 Hours |
| Spa Treatments & Hydrotherapy | Body scrubs, body wraps, aromatherapy, thermotherapy, and specialized holistic relaxation techniques. | 100 Hours |
| Professional Ethics & Business Practice | Scope of practice, professional boundaries, client consultation, business law, marketing, and wellness facility management. | 100 Hours |
| TOTAL | Massage & Bodywork Therapy Program (1,000 Hours) | 1,000 Hours |
Anatomy, Physiology & Kinesiology (200 Hours)
Structure and function of human body systems, bones, muscles, joints, biomechanics, and physiological responses to massage.
Health, Safety, Disinfection & Pathology (100 Hours)
Sanitation, hygiene, infection control, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), medical contraindications, and client health history evaluation.
Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork Techniques (500 Hours)
Hands-on instruction in Swedish massage, deep tissue, trigger point therapy, sports massage, reflexology, and hot stone therapy.
Spa Treatments & Hydrotherapy (100 Hours)
Body scrubs, body wraps, aromatherapy, thermotherapy, and specialized holistic relaxation techniques.
Professional Ethics & Business Practice (100 Hours)
Scope of practice, professional boundaries, client consultation, business law, marketing, and wellness facility management.
TOTAL: Massage & Bodywork Therapy Program (1,000 Hours)
Fees & Inclusions
| Program Title | Required Hours | Tuition Fee | Included Kit |
| THERAPY PROGRAM | 1,000 Hours | $6,500 | Tools / Supplies Not Included |
- Program Title: THERAPY PROGRAM
- Required Hours: 1,000 Hours
- Tuition Fee: $6,500
- Included Kit: Tools / Supplies Not Included
Note
- 1. The total tuition fee for the Therapy Program is $6,500.
- 2. Supply tool kit is not included in the base tuition fee for this program.
- 3. Training schedules are flexible based on the student's personal calendar until the required 1,000 hours are accumulated.
- 4. Classes are open 7 days a week from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, allowing students to balance study with work or personal obligations.
- 5. Experienced instructors deliver direct, hands-on guidance in a professional training environment.
- 6. Job placement assistance is available to graduates upon course completion and certification.
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