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2017-2018 College Catalog and Student Handbook 
    
2017-2018 College Catalog and Student Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Massage Therapy, CSC


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PURPOSE: This program prepares students to sit for the National Massage & Bodywork Licensing Examination (MBLEx). Graduates can apply for a massage therapy license and then work in medical facilities such as rehabilitation centers, physician offices, nursing homes as well as recreation facilities such as wellness spas, exercise facilities, and massage franchise offices.

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS AND SPECIAL CONDITIONS: Students must meet JTCC admission requirements. New students should visit the Advising Center and returning students their faculty advisor for more information.

Text in italics and parentheses indicates approved course substitutions.

Required Courses


  • PTH 151 - Musculoskeletal Structure and Function 4 credits
  • HLT 170 - Introduction to Massage – CORE CURRICULUM 1 credit
  • HLT 180 - Therapeutic Massage I – CORE CURRICULUM 3 credits
  • HLT 280 - Therapeutic Massage II – CORE CURRICULUM 3 credits
  • HLT 281 - Therapeutic Massage III – CORE CURRICULUM 3 credits
  • HLT 195 - Business Skills for the Health Services Practitioner 3 credits
  • HLT 190 - Coordinated Internship 1 credit

Total Minimum Credits to Complete: 18


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