Therapeutic Massage – Massage Practitioner II
Certificate
What You’ll Learn
Earning certificates to become a massage therapist at Forsyth Tech offers a flexible pathway to enter the field of therapeutic massage. With a focus on practical skills, students gain hands-on knowledge through massage clinics, providing real-world experience and client interaction. The program offers flexible class offerings to accommodate diverse schedules, allowing individuals to balance their education with other commitments. Graduates emerge with the skills and confidence to pursue rewarding careers as massage therapists.
Outcomes
- Anatomy Knowledge
- Massage Techniques
- Client Assessment
- Communication Skills
- Ethics and Boundaries
- Business Management
- Self-Care Practices
- Pathology Awareness
Curriculum & Class Schedule
Legend:
AComprehensive Articulation Agreement (This course is recommended for students transferring to a four-year university.)
LLocal Requirement
IInstructional Service Agreement
UUniversal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC)
GGlobal Distinction
RRequisite(s)
Disclaimer line: This is a suggested list. You will consult with an academic advisor to develop your exact curriculum, based on your interests and any credits you may already have obtained prior to arriving at Forsyth Tech.
MED 121: Medical Terminology I
Credit Hours: 3
MTH 120: Ther Massage Applications
RCredit Hours: 10
MTH 121: Clinical Supplement I
RCredit Hours: 1
MTH 130: Therapeutic Massage Mgmt
RCredit Hours: 2
Legend:
AComprehensive Articulation Agreement (This course is recommended for students transferring to a four-year university.)
LLocal Requirement
IInstructional Service Agreement
UUniversal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC)
GGlobal Distinction
RRequisite(s)
- Massage Therapist
- Spa Therapist
- Sports Massage Therapist
- Wellness Practitioner
- Rehabilitation Specialist
- Self-Employed Practitioner
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Forsyth Tech is located at:
2100 Silas Creek Parkway,
Winston-Salem, NC 27103