Massage Therapy Certificate

Program Description

This program is designed for students wanting to complete a Certificate in Massage Therapy and enter the workforce. Students explore massage therapy theory, techniques and benefits. This certificate program prepares students to practice as a Licensed Massage Therapist in the State of Colorado. Students are trained in state-of-the-art professional massage practices and therapeutic techniques, including coursework in Neuromuscular Anatomy, Kinesiology and Pathology. Career options include clinical, corporate and private settings. Students will complete two clinical rotations. Upon successful completion, students will be prepared to take the national certification exam (MBLEx) through the Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards (FSMTB).

Learn more about this program.

My Academic Plan: Part-Time

Courses are displayed in a part-time sequence providing flexibility for the working professional. Follow the pathway below to complete your certificate within 2 semesters (1 year). This pathway may be accelerated by applying transfer credit, credit for prior learning, and/or completing one or more additional courses each semester. For more information, please see your Academic Advisor.

Fall Semester 1

IHP 1014	A & P Integrative Therapies	4
MST 1011	Massage Therapy Fundamentals	4
MST 1074	Massage Clinical I	2.5
Total Credit Hours:		10.5

Spring Semester 2

MST 2011	Therapeutic Massage Techniques	3
MST 2012	Massage Therapy Kinesiology	3
MST 2016	Pathology for Massage Therapy	3
MST 2074	Massage Clinical II	2.5
Total Credit Hours:		11.5

Total Credit Hours: 22

Prior Learning eligible course

•  Learn more about Credit for Prior Learning

•  View all eligible courses

 

Important Program Notes:

If you have previously completed Anatomy and Physiology courses, please meet with the Program Director to discuss possible course substitutions.

Program cohorts start Fall term.