Massage Therapy
Program Details
Program Description
The content includes but is not limited to the theory and practice of massage, theory and practice of hydrotherapy, hygiene, practice demonstration, human anatomy and physiology, legal aspects of massage practice, allied modalities, leadership and human relations skills, health and safety, CPR, and employability skills.
Certificate/Licensure:
Students are prepared to sit for the Massage Licensing Exam. Upon passing they are eligible to become Licensed Massage Therapists.
CTSO
SkillsUSA and/or HOSA are the approved cocurricular career and technical student organizations which provide activities for students as an integral part of the instruction by providing leadership training and reinforcing specific career and technical skills.
Articulation:
Career and Technical credit shall be awarded to the student on a transcript in accordance with Section 1001.44(3) (b), F.S.
Job Placement Assistance: Maybe eligible for assistance through CareerSource Suncoast.
For more information contact Amy Gates 941.752.8100 x 47032 gatesa@manateeschools.net
Start Date:
August
Program Length:
Part-time Day Hybrid 750 hours – about 7.5 months part-time to complete
OCP A
Course Number: MSS0204
Course Title: Massage Therapy 1
Length: 375 hours
Course Number: MSS0209
Course Title: Massage Therapy 1
Length: 375 hours
Times:
Day (On Campus) Monday – Friday 8:00am – 12:00pm
Hybrid (On Campus) Monday – Thursday 6pm – 10pm; Online Hours TBD
Location:
MTC East Campus, 5520 Lakewood Ranch Blvd, Bradenton, FL 34211
941.752.8100
1. Apply to MTC at https://www.manateetech.edu/apply-now/. Submit your
application to access your “To-Do List.” You are not accepted into the program
after applying, you must complete your do list.
Note: The Basic Skills Assessment must be taken within 6 weeks of your admit
date unless exemption criteria have been documented per State Statute. For
exemption information, download the Student Handbook (located on MTC QuickDocs page.
Program #H120406 CIP #0351350102
Estimated Tuition, Lab, and Fees
$2874.000
Additional Fees Due Prior to Pre-Admittance
Application Fee
$45.00
Background Check – must be completed prior to admittance
$58.00
Bookstore
Textbook(s)* (Purchase Online)
TBD
Additional Required Items (Outside Vendor)
BLACK Scrub Top/polo shirt; BLACK Scrub Pants with embroidery from The Scrub Club
Estimate: $60.00
Solid black or white zippered sweatshirt
Estimate: $60.00
4 – sets of twin sheet sets (fitted sheet, flat sheet, and pillowcase)
Estimate: $100.00
Estimated Total Cost of Program
$3197.00
Uniforms may be covered for Pell eligible students once aid has been applied to all Tuition & Fee charges.
The Scrub Club: 8527 SR 70 East, Bradenton, FL 34202 (941) 755-9669.
Financial aid available depending on the student’s eligibility. All pre-admission fees are non-refundable and not covered by Financial Aid.
Prices are subject to change.
Annual fees (charged each academic year from July 1—June 30).
Textbook estimate. Current book list and prices: http://manateetech.edu/current-students/bookstore/
Tuition is $2.92 per hour for Florida residents. Tuition is $11.71 per hour for Non-Florida residents
Visit MTC Financial Aid page for more information.
Florida Department of Education: Frameworks
Possible Careers and Outlook:
31-9011.00 Massage Therapists
31-9099.00 Healthcare Support Workers, All Other
Download Massage Therapy Program Details and Costs (PDF, 400KB)
Program Video
Graduate Success Story
Student Testimonial Video
Program Facts
Job Placement Rate
91%
LENGTH
750 hrs
Part-time (7.5 mos)
Hybrid (7.5 mos)
LOCATION
East Campus
DELIVERY
On-Campus & Hybrid
DUAL ENROLLMENT
No
Have Questions? Ready to Start Your Career?
CAREER COUNSELOR (HYBRID PROGRAM):
Amy Gates (East Campus)
5520 Lakewood Ranch Blvd, Bradenton, FL 34211
Call 941.752.8100 x 47032
Email: MTCAlliedHealth@manateeschools.net
or schedule an appointment: