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Therapeutic Massage Diploma (D45750)


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The Massage Therapy curriculum prepares graduates to work in direct client care settings to provide manipulation, methodical pressure, friction, and kneading of the body for maintaining wellness or treating alterations in wellness throughout the lifespan.

Courses will include content in normal human anatomy and physiology, therapeutic massage, ethical/legal issues, business practices, nutrition, and psychology.

Employment opportunities include hospitals/rehabilitation centers, health departments, home health, medical offices, nursing homes, spas/health/sports clubs, and private practice. Graduates may be eligible to take the Massage and Bodywork Licensing Exam. Upon passing this exam, a candidate may apply for North Carolina State License for Massage and Bodywork. Licensure is MANDATORY to practice massage in the state of North Carolina. Refer to website: www.bmbt.org for details.

The Therapeutic Massage curriculum offers three options: a degree, diploma and certificate(s) programs. Completion of the degree program is highly recommended as it prepares the graduate to be a practitioner with a broader knowledge base in the practice of Therapeutic Massage.

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates will:

  1. Plan, organize and deliver an effective massage session.
  2. Perform within the ethical, legal and professional parameters set forth by the NC Board of Massage & Bodywork.
  3. Perform massage therapy and bodywork for therapeutic benefits.

Admission Information

Students applying for admission to the Gaston College Therapeutic Massage Program MUST meet all Gaston College admission requirements for GENERAL ADMISSION to the college. Admission to the college does not guarantee admission to the Therapeutic Massage program.

Additional Requirements to be eligible to submit an application to the Therapeutic Massage Program

  • Complete an online application to the Therapeutic Massage Program.
  • Must have an overall grade point average of 2.0 or better in required college courses.
  • Must have grades of “C” or better in all related courses.
  • Must have completed the required Biology courses within five (5) years from the date of application to the program.
  • Prior to entering the Therapeutic Massage program, applicable developmental courses must be completed.
  • Interview with Therapeutic Massage Program Coordinator.

Additional Program Requirements Upon Admission into the Therapeutic Massage Program

  • Proof of receiving a one hour full body Swedish professional massage.
  • A current Adult and Infant CPR certification.
  • Students must meet all compliance requirements such as Criminal Background and Drug Screen.
  • Students must complete an initial up-to-date 2-stepTB Skin Test and an annual TB Skin Test and drug screen for each additional year of program enrollment.
  • A completed Gaston College Health Division Student Medical Form documenting satisfactory emotional and physical health is required.
  • Complete the immunization requirements required by the clinical agencies.

Therapeutic Massage - Day Diploma

Fall

Total Credit Hours: 18

Spring

Total Credit Hours: 18

Summer

Total Credit Hours: 4

Total Program Hours: 40

Therapeutic Massage - Evening Diploma

First Semester

Total Credit Hours: 10

Second Semester

Total Credit Hours: 12

Third Semester

Total Credit Hours: 4

Fourth Semester

Total Credit Hours: 6

Fifth Semester

Total Credit Hours: 8

Total Program Hours: 40

Note(s):

The courses taken in this diploma program may be applied toward the Associate in Applied Science degree in Therapeutic Massage.

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