Associates of Applied Science in Massage Therapy (HEGIS 5299)
North Country Community College is a place to learn, grow, and acquire professional skills. It may also be a place to begin or continue a change of direction in life. Students who choose our program feel drawn to massage therapy as a path to a more rewarding profession and as a commitment to their own personal development. At NCCC, our commitment to you is a quality educational experience, in a rich interpersonal environment.
The focus of our program is on YOU, the student. Our learning environment is warm, professional, supportive and respectful. From our interactive experience in the classroom, we grow as individuals in ways that provide us with the tools to be the facilitators for the well being and growth of others. We believe education is best served in small groups. Our class is limited to 30 students. A group of this size communicates well, bonds quickly and creates a trusting environment. This makes for a better and more efficient learning experience. We value the life experience and wisdom each student brings to our community.
All of our faculty and administrative staff are available to our students. We provide a high level of personal attention.
Professional Licensure:
To practice massage therapy in New York State 1000 hours of classroom instruction are required, as follows:
- 200 hours in anatomy, physiology, and neurology
- 150 hours in myology and/or kinesiology
- 100 hours in general pathology
- 75 hours in subjects of hygiene, first aid
- 150 hours in general theory and techniques of western massage therapy and oriental massage therapy
- 325 additional hours of instruction in massage therapy techniques
Also, students must pass a written exam approved by the New York State Education Department. NCCC's Massage Therapy Program is registered and approved by the New York State Education Department.
Printable program worksheet
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