Therapeutic Massage

Female massage therapy student practices techniques on another female student

Therapeutic Massage

Course Code: MTH-MAS660

Our Therapeutic Massage program is designed to introduce students to the fundamentals of massage, including basic techniques of Swedish massage through hands-on training, as well as education in anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, chair massage, and ethical practices in massage therapy. As the program progresses, students will study advanced therapeutic massage techniques to increase fundamental knowledge of massage therapy. Continued education in kinesiology, introduction to pathology, assessment skills, somatic psychology, and business management skills will be covered, and clinical skills will be assessed in preparation for licensure.

Upon program completion, students should have a foundation for practice as an entry-level professional massage therapist and be prepared to take the state and national massage therapy licensing exams.

Our Massage Therapy program also offers services to the public.

Please note: All students are required to attend an orientation session before the class starts. Click the button below to register now!

Available Classes

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This course prepares students to provide massage therapy for all clients including special populations. During this 660-hour course, students obtain a strong foundation in Swedish massage and therapeutic deep tissue work. In addition to the hands-on applications, students are taught basic anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, pathology, somatic psychology, assessment skills, business management, and ethics. This course includes a clinical component where students will gain experience working directly with clients. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be eligible to take the Massage & Bodywork Licensing Examination (MBLEx). After a passing score on the MBLEx, students will be able to apply for licensure with the North Carolina Board of Massage & Bodywork Therapy and begin their professional career as a Licensed Massage & Bodywork Therapist (LMBT).
Meeting times and locations:

01/06/25 - 08/06/25
Mon, Tue, Wed 9a - 12p
Kelso Hall , Room 00107
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

01/06/25 - 08/06/25
Mon, Tue, Wed 1p - 4p
Kelso Hall , Room 00107
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

01/09/25 - 07/31/25
Thur 9a - 1p
Kelso Hall , Room 00107
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Contact Information

Workforce Development
Brock Administration Building
New Bern Campus
252-638-7248

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