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Massage Therapy

Massage Therapy

The growing emphasis on wellness is creating an expanded need for Massage Therapists who may work in wellness clinics, chiropractic offices, beauty salons or health spas, as well as in their own business.

Graduates of this approved program are eligible to take the licensure exam to practice in the State of Iowa. This curriculum is approved by the Iowa Board of Examiners for Massage Therapy. The program may be completed in one year totaling over 700 contact hours of instruction.

Salaries for Massage Therapists vary depending upon location. Typical charges for massages range between $25 per half hour and $35-$45 per hour.

The following is information about our graduation rates, the median debt of students who completed the program, and other important information about the program:

Gainful Employment: 
 
Program Name: Massage Therapy Diploma
Program Length: 36 weeks/39 Credits

U.S. Department of Education CIP Program Name: 51.3501

U.S. Department of Education CIP Program Description: Prepares individuals to provide relief and improved health and well-being to clients through the application of manual techniques for manipulating skin, muscles, and connective tissues. Includes instruction in Western (Swedish) massage; sports massage; myotherapy/trigger point massage; myofascial release; deep tissue massage; cranio-sacral therapy; reflexology; massage safety and emergency management; client counseling; practice management; applicable regulations; and professional standards and ethics.

Disclosures:

 Academic Year: 2011-2012  Massage Therapy Diploma
 Tuition and Fees*  $5,969
 Books and supplies  $950
 Room & Board (on-campus)  $5,300
   
 On-Time Completion Rate  100%
 Job Placement  83%
 Median Loan Debt  
    Title IV loans  $6,719
    Private loans  $0
    Institutional debt  $0


  * http://www.iowalakes.edu/registrars_office/tuition__fees/index.cfm 

 

 

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Degree: Diploma

Program Length: 39 Credits
(721 contact hours)

Campus: Spencer

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