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THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE  PROGRAM

The objective of A.C.I. Career College, Inc. Massage Therapy course is to provide a sound educational environment for instruction and training to equip it’s graduates for entry level jobs as massage therapy specialists. This is accomplished through approximately one half of the course consisting of lecture/demonstration and one half hands on laboratory procedures. 

Massage therapy is a service oriented career, providing the skilled application of a variety of massage techniques and modalities and helping to access what type of work would be most beneficial for the client/patient. A strong background in anatomy and physiology will benefit the therapist in understanding movement and dysfunction. Business skills include marketing, office procedures, charting, and client communications.

Emphasis is placed on law and ethics, medical terminology, anatomy and physiology and principles of therapeutic massage. Therapeutic modalities as adjuncts to Swedish Massage, connective tissue massage, Shiatsu, chair massage, reflexology, sports massage, and spa therapy techniques.

The program is designed for those applicants who desire a career in massage therapy. Professional duties may include: Swedish Massage, Shiatsu Massage, Sports Massage, and Hydrotherapy.

Occupational outcomes for which the graduate may qualify include entry level work in the graduates private practice or in various offices of physicians, chiropractors, and physical therapists.

A.C.I. Career College, Inc. Massage Therapy academic program is three (3) quarters in length, each quarter consisting of twelve (12) weeks. The program length will be approximately thirty six (36) weeks in duration. A typical student will attend classes in the morning 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Evening classes are 5:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday. Classes are based on the standard educational hour of fifty (50) minutes. Appropriate class breaks will be provided.