School Website Length to Graduate: 11 Months Location: FL-Riverview, FL-Hialeah, FL-Ft Lauderdale, FL-Miami, FL-Pembroke Pines, FL-West Palm Beach Subject: Therapeutic Massage

DESCRIPTION

Florida Career College offers both a Diploma program and an Associate Degree program in massage therapy. Students will be instructed in the appropriate techniques and acquire the knowledge to begin to practice as a massage therapist upon graduation.

Students are thoroughly instructed in the areas of anatomy and physiology, various therapeutic techniques of massage, pathology, joint maneuvers, plus much more information. Opportunities for graduates are available in medical offices, chiropractic practices, spas and fitness centers.

ADVANTAGES

Florida Career College, with locations in Miami, Pembroke Pines, West Palm Beach, Hialeah, Lauderdale Lakes, Brandon, Clearwater, Jacksonville and Boynton Beach, Florida, offers well-equipped classrooms, computer and medical labs, clinics and office space. We invest in practical, real-world equipment, software, and up-to-date training facilities to give students the advantage of “hands-on” training.
THINGS TO CONSIDER

Depending on the program selected, students will be prepared to enter entry-level jobs and progress as a massage therapist. Graduates will have the essential knowledge in the theory and application of massage techniques. These include: Swedish massage, sports therapy massage, Oriental massage techniques, deep tissue massage and more. Students are also trained in CPR, general business practices, ethics and interpersonal skills.

FINANCIAL AID

Students that require financial assistance are requested to fill out an application for Federal Student Aid. Florida Career College will do everything possible to assist every student to find a method to finance their education. The staff of the Financial Services Office is ready to consult with and assist current students and others interested in attending.

SCHOLARSHIPS

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CERTIFICATIONS

Florida Career College is accredited to award diplomas and Associate of Science degrees by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS).

SUMMARY

The field of therapeutic massage is a growing at an impressive rate among the various allied health disciplines. Graduates of the Massage Therapy program at Florida Career College will be well positioned to begin a successful career in their chosen field upon graduation.

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