Massage Therapy
Massage Therapy
The curriculum includes human anatomy, physiology, pathology, theory and practice of massage techniques, hydrotherapy, legal issues, leadership and human relations skills, health and safety, deep tissue, and employability skills. Students learn therapeutic massage techniques as well as spa treatments such as herbal and mud wraps, chair massage and hot stone treatments.
Students must be at least 18 years of age and possess a high school diploma or GED to apply for this program. The program is approved by the Board of Massage Therapy, Florida Department of Health, and adheres to the curriculum standards set by the Board. OTC is a National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB) approved school.
The mission of the Massage Therapy program is to prepare students for employment as Licensed Massage Therapists.
Program Structure
| Postsecondary Program of Study | OCP | Course | Hours |
| Massage Therapist 1 | A | MSS0204 | 375 |
| Massage Therapist 2 | B | MSS0209 | 375 |
Additional Program Details
Program Structure Details
Occupational Completion Points (OCPs) - The Massage Therapy program is a planned sequence of instruction consisting of two Occupational Completion Points. OCPs provide a student with early completion training options linked to employment opportunities established by the Florida Department of Education based on the Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) system and accepted industry titles. Academic skill level required to complete program: Grade 9 math, and grade 10 language and reading.
Industry Certification/Licensure
After successfully completing this program, graduates take the following exam:
- Massage and Bodywork Licensure Exam (MBLEx)
Upon completion of the MBLEx, students will be eligible to apply with the Florida Department of Health to be a Licensed Massage Therapist.
Articulation
Upon successful completion of this program, students enrolling in an A.S. degree program are eligible to be awarded articulated credits at:
Valencia College:
- Supervision and Management for Industry A.S. degree – Up to 20 credits
Program Cost
*Subject to change
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