Credential(s) Offered
Measurable Skill Gain Leading to Employment
Method of Delivery
In Person
When offered
Evening Hours
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
Get trained for a career in one of Vermont's promising jobs; Massage Therapy. Students will learn all the skills and techniques necessary to earn industry recognized credentials as a massage therapist.
You will focus on knowledge of human anatomy- what the body systems are, how they function in both health and disease. You will also learn how the body moves since massage therapy=muscle therapy. Students will learn how to effectively treat muscles, become competent in Swedish massage, and learn self-care techniques. There will be ample amounts of hands-on learning.
This 500+ hour program will be divided into nine - 4 week modules including: Anatomy and Physiology, Kinesiology, Pathology, the benefits and effects of soft tissue manipulation, and much more!
Graduates will be prepared to take the Massage and Bodywork Licensing Exam (MBLEX) and become a Vermont Registered Massage Therapist. You can work in a variety of settings such as spas, wellness centers, doctors offices, private practice, and more.
Southwest Tech is a member of the American Massage Therapy Association.
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
34
Hours
500
Entrance Requirements
None
School
Southwest Vermont Regional Technical School District
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Training Location(s)
321 Park St, Bennington, Vermont
Local WIB
00 - Vermont Workforce Investment Area
Name of Credential
Southwest Tech Certificate of Completion
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
Refund Policy
Students will be given a full refund if the course for which you registered is cancelled by Southwest Tech for any reason or if the student withdraws from the course prior to the first class meeting. For withdrawals within the first week of class meetings, students may be entitled to a 50% refund at the discretion of the Workforce and Adult Technical Education Coordinator after a review of the circumstances. After the first week no refunds are given.
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
Yes
Cost Items
In-State Tuition
$8,799.00
Supplies/Materials/Hand Tools (not included in tuition)
$50.00 Scrubs
Total In-State Program Cost
$8,849.00
