1020 Hour Master's Program
Students who desire a more in depth clinical approach to massage therapy will choose to take the 1020 Hour Master’s Program. Students will learn advanced knowledge and skills in treating chronic pain, repetitive strain patterns, postural compensations and injuries. After completing the basic entry level courses, student move on to learning assessment and treatment plans, as well as, corrective exercise and stretches to meet the needs of their clients. Advanced fascial releases will be taught in releasing excessive pressure on nerves, joints, muscles and osseous structures.
Master's Program –1020 Hours
Monday-Thursday
Term 1
Hours Term 4 Hours Anatomy & Physiology I 40.5 Advanced Assessment & Treatment 95 Kinesiology & Palpation I 40.5 Fascial Restriction Section 40 Swedish Foundations 90 Research/Case Study 15 Applied Pathology I 20 Total Hours 150 Hydro & Spa Techniques 20 Communication & Ethics 20 Clinical Practicum I 20 Total Hours 251 Term 2 Term 5 Anatomy & Physiology II 45 Clinical Treatment 135 Kinesiology & Palpation II 45 Research/Case Study 15 Soft Tissue Techniques 90 Total Hours 150 Applied Pathology II 20 Career Success 20 Clinical Practicum II 20 Total Hours 240 Term 3 Kinesiology & Palpation III 45 Intro to Myofascia 40 Intro to Assessment 90 Career Success 20 Exploring Healing Arts 10 Clinical Practicum III 20 Community Service 4 Total Hours 229