Program

Associate of Technical Studies in Massage Therapy

Hocking College’s Massage Therapy program is a clinically oriented program, which prepares you for licensure by the Ohio Medical Board.  Upon completion of this well-rounded program, you will possess a solid foundation in the understanding of human anatomy and physiology, demonstrate general office and medical record keeping skills, utilize functional assessments of the musculo-skeletal system and perform a wide variety of massage therapy techniques.  You will be able to apply these skills for circulatory enhancement, pain management, stress reduction, general relaxation and to treat a broad array of musculo-skeletal conditions.

At Hocking College, we believe that our massage therapy program offers one of Ohio's best comprehensive clinically-oriented programs designed to prepare students to successfully enter into this exciting profession with much more than just entry-level skills.  In addition to three quarters of Swedish Massage, our program includes a full quarter of Neuromuscular Trigger Point Therapy, a quarter of Myofascial Release and Craniosacral Therapy and in-depth training in functional assessment.  Since Hocking is a state college, we can offer a top-quality massage therapy education for a fraction of the cost of most proprietary massage schools.

The Associate in Technical Studies in Massage Therapy offers the same comprehensive massage therapy training as the Massage Therapy Certificate program, with the added benefit of more business courses for those who desire a greater depth of experience in business operations.  This two academic year degree program starts each fall, but you may choose to begin the business or general courses during any quarter. Unlike the certificate program, the degree program is full time and includes both the massage-related courses in the evening and the business and general classes during the day.

If your plan is to develop additional clinical skills, such as aromatherapy, ayurvedic treatments, body treatments and hydrotherapy, you may complete classes that lead to the Associate in Technical Students in Spa and Massage Therapy.

Program Outcomes

The following outcomes are skills, behaviors, and attitudes cultivated in students seeking the Associate of Technical Studies in Massage Therapy:

• Assesses and performs appropriate massage therapy treatments;
• Develops client relationships;
• Maintains a safe environment;
• Demonstrates professionalism and maintains professional ethical behaviors;
• Demonstrates office management and business skills;
• Documents patient care;
• Interacts with other health care providers and the community; and,
• Practice life-long learning in profession.

Curriculum

• 2011 Transition
• 2012 Curriculum

Career Opportunities

Massage Therapy graduates who pass the Ohio Medical Board exam often work as self-employed practitioners, either in professional or home offices or operating house-call practices. Other employment opportunities include: working in medical or chiropractic offices, clinics, hospitals, health clubs, spas, resorts, corporate and factory work sites or working with athletic teams. The ever-growing awareness of the health benefits derived from Massage Therapy continues to create new venues of employment opportunities for well-trained and resourceful therapists.

Occupation Profile

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