Therapeutic Massage
Associate Degree in Applied Science
What You’ll Learn
Studying therapeutic massage and earning an associate degree at Forsyth Tech provides a comprehensive program that prepares individuals for a rewarding career in the field of massage therapy. Students learn various massage techniques, anatomy, physiology, and business practices. With hands-on training and clinical experiences, they develop the skills to effectively assess clients, provide customized treatments, and promote healing and relaxation. Our program equips graduates with the knowledge and expertise to succeed as professional massage therapists in diverse healthcare settings or as independent practitioners.
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.
MTH 110: Fundamentals of Massage
Credit Hours: 10
MTH 125: Ethics of Massage
Credit Hours: 2
Select one:
ENG 110: Freshman Composition
RCredit Hours: 3
ENG 111: Writing and Inquiry
A U G RCredit Hours: 3
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
Select one:
BIO 163: Basic Anat & Physiology
ACredit Hours: 5
BIO 168: Anatomy and Physiology I
ACredit Hours: 4
BIO 169: Anatomy and Physiology II
A RCredit Hours: 4
Select one:
COM 120: Intro Interpersonal Com (Global)
A U GCredit Hours: 3
ENG 115: Oral Communication
Credit Hours: 3
MTH 210: Adv Skills of Massage
RCredit Hours: 8
MTH 221: Clinical Supplement II
RCredit Hours: 2
Select one:
PSY 118: Interpersonal Psychology
Credit Hours: 3
PSY 150: General Psychology (Global)
A U GCredit Hours: 3
HUM 115: Critical Thinking
A RCredit Hours: 3
MTH 220: Outcome-Based Massage
RCredit Hours: 7
SOC 225: Social Diversity (Global)
ACredit Hours: 3
WBL 111: Work-Based Learning I
Credit Hours: 1
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