COURSE CURRICULUM
The methods of instruction used in this program are theory (including online methods), demonstration and practical experience. The TTC, Inc. The massage therapy program consists of one level of training. The general curriculum for a massage therapy program covers many different areas from both arts and sciences combined with required clinical training during the 700-clock hour program. You can expect to study such areas as:
Anatomy-ANA1101
(The study of the human body) - This topic is a study in memorization. For example, the body's hundreds of muscles must become familiar to you - not just their names, but their insertion points, range of movement and impact on the body's other structures. 70 clock hours
Physiology-PHY1101
(The study of functions and vital processes of organs and their systems) -Manipulating limbs, joints and muscles can have profound implications for the entire body. The study of physiology will help students gain a holistic perspective on the ways in which ailments, aches and problems are treated. 30 clock hours
Kinesiology-KIN1102
(The study of movement) - You must know movement to treat muscles and joints. Bodies are not static. In fact, massage therapy often seeks to make the body less static. If you are to enhance a person's movement, you must know how that person moves now, and how they should be moving in the future. 80 clock hours
Pathology-PAT1103
(The study of disease) - Massage therapy will not always be the answer. Grounding in pathology can help a massage therapist recognize his/her limits - where massage therapy is inappropriate treatment, and where the expertise of other health practitioners is required. 60 clock hours
Massage History and Theory-MHT1000
Massage has existed for thousands of years, and many traditions and techniques used today have been around just as long. History and theory can help you recognize the folk origins of many modern practices but can also help you recognize the profound impact modern science has had on the way we view the physical world. 75 clock hours
Massage Techniques and Practice-MTP1005
You will learn how to give a massage- how to use your hands and fingers, even your elbows and feet. You will also learn best practices, not just for clients, but for yourself; it would be a sad irony if your body became a casualty of trying to help other people's bodies. 200 clock hours (mandatory contact hours)
Assessment-MAS1002
(The study of regional orthopedic tests for client evaluation) - This will teach you how to develop an action plan. When a client comes to you, they will often only provide you with vague verbally expressed information. From that information, as well as an assessment of their physical status, you will have to develop a hypothesis about what is plaguing them confirm that hypothesis and develop a treatment plan. 30 clock hours
Principles of Treatment-MAS1003
These are the structures on which you hang your techniques. Your assessment of a client will progress to deciding upon principles of treatment, which will then be put into action through specific techniques. 15 clock hours
Nutrition-MAS1004
Food matters, particularly in the 21st century. A substantial number of the problems your clients are facing which are causally related to lifestyle decisions, including poor eating habits. While you will not be qualified to dispense advice about diets, knowing the role food plays in your client's health may help you develop an effective treatment plan.
40 clock hours
Complementary Therapies-MAS1005
Many varieties of massage have been around for centuries and are rooted in traditional beliefs. Many modern styles of massage use techniques aimed at addressing extremely specific ailments or conditions. 40 clock hours
Ethics-ETH1200
People who need medical attention are vulnerable. Your clients will be giving you a level of access to their personal space that almost no other professional is granted. This is a solemn responsibility. Developing an ethical core - a framework in which decisions can be made with consistency - will help you avoid the pitfalls of poor decision making and unethical practices. 30 clock hours
Business/Legal Environments-BLE-1300
Running a business well is a skill you can develop. Being more organized is also a skill you can develop. If both of these can be taught - which they can - then prosperity through massage therapy can also be a learned skill. Studying this subject will ensure that you get the maximum financial benefit from your efforts. 30 clock hours
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Anatomy-ANA1101
(The study of the human body) - This topic is a study in memorization. For example, the body's hundreds of muscles must become familiar to you - not just their names, but their insertion points, range of movement and impact on the body's other structures. 70 clock hours
Physiology-PHY1101
(The study of functions and vital processes of organs and their systems) -Manipulating limbs, joints and muscles can have profound implications for the entire body. The study of physiology will help students gain a holistic perspective on the ways in which ailments, aches and problems are treated. 30 clock hours
Kinesiology-KIN1102
(The study of movement) - You must know movement to treat muscles and joints. Bodies are not static. In fact, massage therapy often seeks to make the body less static. If you are to enhance a person's movement, you must know how that person moves now, and how they should be moving in the future. 80 clock hours
Pathology-PAT1103
(The study of disease) - Massage therapy will not always be the answer. Grounding in pathology can help a massage therapist recognize his/her limits - where massage therapy is inappropriate treatment, and where the expertise of other health practitioners is required. 60 clock hours
Massage History and Theory-MHT1000
Massage has existed for thousands of years, and many traditions and techniques used today have been around just as long. History and theory can help you recognize the folk origins of many modern practices but can also help you recognize the profound impact modern science has had on the way we view the physical world. 75 clock hours
Massage Techniques and Practice-MTP1005
You will learn how to give a massage- how to use your hands and fingers, even your elbows and feet. You will also learn best practices, not just for clients, but for yourself; it would be a sad irony if your body became a casualty of trying to help other people's bodies. 200 clock hours (mandatory contact hours)
Assessment-MAS1002
(The study of regional orthopedic tests for client evaluation) - This will teach you how to develop an action plan. When a client comes to you, they will often only provide you with vague verbally expressed information. From that information, as well as an assessment of their physical status, you will have to develop a hypothesis about what is plaguing them confirm that hypothesis and develop a treatment plan. 30 clock hours
Principles of Treatment-MAS1003
These are the structures on which you hang your techniques. Your assessment of a client will progress to deciding upon principles of treatment, which will then be put into action through specific techniques. 15 clock hours
Nutrition-MAS1004
Food matters, particularly in the 21st century. A substantial number of the problems your clients are facing which are causally related to lifestyle decisions, including poor eating habits. While you will not be qualified to dispense advice about diets, knowing the role food plays in your client's health may help you develop an effective treatment plan.
40 clock hours
Complementary Therapies-MAS1005
Many varieties of massage have been around for centuries and are rooted in traditional beliefs. Many modern styles of massage use techniques aimed at addressing extremely specific ailments or conditions. 40 clock hours
Ethics-ETH1200
People who need medical attention are vulnerable. Your clients will be giving you a level of access to their personal space that almost no other professional is granted. This is a solemn responsibility. Developing an ethical core - a framework in which decisions can be made with consistency - will help you avoid the pitfalls of poor decision making and unethical practices. 30 clock hours
Business/Legal Environments-BLE-1300
Running a business well is a skill you can develop. Being more organized is also a skill you can develop. If both of these can be taught - which they can - then prosperity through massage therapy can also be a learned skill. Studying this subject will ensure that you get the maximum financial benefit from your efforts. 30 clock hours
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Massage Therapy Student Kit List
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TUITION & FEES
Certificate of Therapeutic Massage 700 clock hours
Program Duration 8-10 months
Certificate of Esthetics & Therapeutic Massage 1500 clock hours
Program Duration 14-16 months
(ONLY DAY SCHEDULE AVAILABLE)
Certificate of Nail Technology & Therapeutic Massage 1300 clock hours
Program Duration 10-12 months
(ONLY DAY SCHEDULE AVAILABLE)
Transitions Technical College, Inc. DOES NOT accept transfer clock hours or credits more than 2 years old.
Program Duration 8-10 months
Certificate of Esthetics & Therapeutic Massage 1500 clock hours
Program Duration 14-16 months
(ONLY DAY SCHEDULE AVAILABLE)
Certificate of Nail Technology & Therapeutic Massage 1300 clock hours
Program Duration 10-12 months
(ONLY DAY SCHEDULE AVAILABLE)
Transitions Technical College, Inc. DOES NOT accept transfer clock hours or credits more than 2 years old.
CLASSES & SCHEDULES
Massage Therapy Students will attend classes 2 days online via Canvas and 2 days on campus.
Massage Therapy Students attend Mondays and Wednesdays 9:00am-4:00pm. Saturday student clinic hours from 9:00am-2:00pm will begin after completion of the student's first 500 clock hours. Saturday class dates TBA by the instructor. A 1-hour lunch break will be given on Monday and Wednesday at and 30-minutes on Saturday. Break times for Massage Therapy students will be given at the discretion of the instructor on duty.
Massage Therapy Students attend Mondays and Wednesdays 9:00am-4:00pm. Saturday student clinic hours from 9:00am-2:00pm will begin after completion of the student's first 500 clock hours. Saturday class dates TBA by the instructor. A 1-hour lunch break will be given on Monday and Wednesday at and 30-minutes on Saturday. Break times for Massage Therapy students will be given at the discretion of the instructor on duty.