Holistic Massage & Bodywork Therapist

650-hour licensing program

 

The Holistic Massage & Bodywork Therapy 650-hour program is a unique blend of courses that prepare the student for a diverse set of skills in the massage and bodywork field. The program includes the typical courses found in many massage programs. The Holistic Massage Therapist program goes beyond the norm to include courses such as Reflexology, Reiki, BioMagnetics, Acupressure, Aromatherapy and more.  The program is an exploration of anatomy, physiology and pathology that will develop an understanding of the human physical, energetic experience, and the effects of therapy.  Holistic Massage Therapy benefits the mind, body, and emotions. The student will prepare for Licensing Examination and the NC State Licensing process.

The Healing Arts & Massage School licensing program includes clinic activities working with a variety of elite athletes from the NCAA Division I/Power 5 level along with Olympic Athletes.

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The Holistic Massage & Bodywork Therapy 650-hour Program consists of the courses below:

Fundamental Massage Theory and Practice

  • Massage Introduction - Lymphatic Massage 10 hours

  • Holistic Massage Theory and Practice 55 hours

  • Swedish Massage - Deep Tissue Techniques 30 hours

  • Myofascial Release and Trigger Point Techniques 25 hours

  • Sports Massage - Medical and Orthopedic Foundations 25 hours

  • Prenatal Massage - Alternate Client Positioning 15 hours

  • Thai Massage Introduction - Table Top Techniques 10 hours

  • Eastern Philosophy - Chinese and Ayurvedic Principles 8 hours

  • Acupressure Massage and Eastern Philosophy 10 hours

  • Fundamental Massage Practice 70 hours

  • Chair Massage 20 hours

Anatomy, Physiology, and Pathology

  • Anatomy and Physiology 100 hours

  • Kinesiology - The Function of Movement 45 hours

  • BioMagnetic Therapy and Applied Kinesiology 4 hours

  • BioMagnetic Therapy and Applied Kinesiology II 6 hours

  • Pathology for Massage and Bodywork 45 hours

Additional Related Courses

  • Ethics 20 hours

  • North Carolina Laws, Rules & Regulations 10 hours

  • Business Management for Massage and Bodywork 15 hours

  • Holistic Communication 10 hours

  • Holistic Communication II 5 hours

  • Psychology in the Massage Practice 10 hours

  • Hydrotherapy - Treatments and Therapies Related to Massage 5 hours

  • Reflexology 10 hours

  • Reflexology II 15 hours

  • Aromatherapy 10 hours

  • Reiki First Degree 10 hours

  • Advanced Energy Techniques 10 hours

  • Holistic Nutrition Theory 6 hours

  • Holistic Nutrition Theory II 9 hours

  • Therapeutic Value of Herbs 6 hours

  • Therapeutic Value of Herbs II 8 hours

  • Qi Gong 8 hours

Courses / Internships that can be added to the program

  • Chair Massage Internship 20 hours

  • Sports Massage Internship 20 hours

  • Externship with Healthcare Professionals 50 hours

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