Learn Massage Therapy Differently
Why Our Program Is Different
We believe exceptional massage therapists are developed through guided hands-on practice, thoughtful instruction, scientific understanding, and supervised clinical experience — not by memorizing textbooks alone.
Rather than overwhelming students with anatomy, pathology, and advanced concepts from the very beginning, the first phase of the program focuses on developing the student's most important tool: their hands.
Students build body mechanics, palpation skills, touch awareness, communication skills, and fundamental massage techniques before progressing into the sciences, assessment, advanced bodywork, and clinical practice.
The First Nine Weeks
The first 9 weeks of the Diploma Program focus on foundational hands-on work. These classes meet only two days or evenings per week, allowing students time to absorb and practice what they are learning between classes.
These classes are intentionally kept small, with a maximum of 14 students, although most groups average 6–8 students.
The first nine weeks may be completed either as the beginning of the Massage Therapy Diploma Program or as a standalone, State-approved Introductory Massage Therapy Program. Students who continue into the full Diploma Program simply continue where they left off.
Building the Foundation First
During the introductory phase, students begin learning how to feel, identify, and work with the structures of the body. This early focus on palpation and touch helps students become more confident before moving into more advanced coursework.
After the first nine weeks, Diploma students continue into the sciences and advanced bodywork classes, including anatomy and physiology, pathology, kinesiology, assessment, ethics, business development, and supervised Student Clinic practice.
Scheduling Options
Introductory Program
The Introductory Program consists of the first 9 weeks of the Diploma Program and is available in two formats:
Day Option
- Two morning classes per week
- Approximately 4 hours per class
- Small-group hands-on instruction
Evening Option
- Two evening classes per week
- Approximately 4 hours per class
- Small-group hands-on instruction
Massage Therapy Diploma Program
After completing the introductory portion, students continue in one of the following Licensing Track formats:
Fast-Track Day
- Typically two daytime classes per week
- Student Clinic rotations
- Complete in approximately 8.5–9 months
Extended-Track Evening
- Typically three evenings per week
- Student Clinic rotations
- Complete in approximately 11.5–12 months
Extended-Track Evening/Weekend
- Typically two evenings per week
- Saturday classes
- Student Clinic rotations
- Complete in approximately 11.5–12 months