Just the Facts
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Massage Therapy - Advanced Practice
- 60 Credit Associate Degree
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Program Length
- Two Years
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Delivery Method
- Face-to-Face
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Career Cluster
- Human Services
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Program Location
- Eau Claire
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Start Months
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August
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Financial Aid Eligible
- Non-Traditional Occupation
Estimated Program Cost
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- Term 1
- $ 2,961
- Term 2
- $ 2,762
- Term 3
- $ 379
- Term 4
- $ 2,750
- Term 5
- $ 2,242
- Books
- $ 670
- License, Certificate, or Credential
- $ 490
- Estimated Total
- $12,254
Massage Therapy - Advanced Practice Overview
Are you looking for a rewarding healthcare career focused on holistic patient care? Our Massage Therapy - Advanced Practice program combines touch, non-invasive therapies, and personalized patient care to promote healing and well-being.
During this program, you will develop a deep understanding of the musculoskeletal system and massage techniques for relaxation, the treatment of injuries, and pain management.
With hands-on training, experienced instructors, and a supportive learning environment, our program will help you achieve your career goals while making a positive impact on the health and well-being of others.
This program has an advanced placement entry option. Advanced placement is an opportunity for graduates of a related program to further their education. Learn more about advanced placement for this program.
This program will provide you with the foundation to build a successful career as a massage therapist.
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Earn credit for prior learning!
Do you have previous educational or work experience in the field? You could be eligible to receive credit for prior learning
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Career Opportunities
- Massage Therapist
- Licensed Massage Therapist
Graduate Outcomes
CVTC graduates are ready for the workforce. Each year, we send our graduates the Graduate Follow-Up Survey asking several questions related to employment. Here are the program outcomes and job data.
$38K* yearly salary
Massage Therapy - Advanced Practice professionals make an average starting salary of $38,492.
14 regional jobs
There are 14 job openings in the CVTC district for the Massage Therapy - Advanced Practice industry.
* This wage is not specific to CVTC graduates. Wage estimates are based on entry-level positions and are gathered from Lightcast which is an economic modeling software that blends historical and projected industry and occupation trends within CVTC's 11-county district. Wage estimates are based on Occupational Employment Statistics and the American Community Survey. ↩
Transfer Credits to Other Institutions
Should you choose to continue your education after you leave CVTC, we have agreements in place with several institutions to ensure an easy transfer.
Program Courses
These are a few of the courses you will take in this program. Courses and the recommended sequence change from year to year; once you are enrolled in a program at CVTC you will be given a recommended course sequence that outlines what courses you should take and the order in which to take them.
You may search for available courses. If you are ever unsure of what courses to take, talk to your academic advisor. If you are looking for course information for previous years, check out our past catalogs.
Here are a few of the courses you can take in the Massage Therapy - Advanced Practice program.
Sample Courses
MASSAGE THERAPY 1
Introduction to the general theory, safety techniques, equipment, and legal and ethical requirements of the Massage Therapy profession. Students will begin learning hands-on foundational skills of massage therapy techniques.
MT APPLIED KINESIOLOGY 1
This course builds upon foundational knowledge of A&P, advancing students' understanding of the lower quadrant of the musculoskeletal system. Students will learn basic assessment of ROM and muscle length, normal movement patterns, to locate and palpate muscles and other landmarks.
MT ETHICS & BUSINESS PRACTICES
Students will understand the legal and ethical requirements for practice and continuing professional development. This course develops medical documentation skills, self-care strategies, and basic business skills.
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Admission Requirements
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Advanced Placement
This program has an advanced placement option. Eligibility for advanced placement requires students to meet additional requirements.
Advising Tips
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