Credential(s) Offered
Industry certification
Method of Delivery
In Person
When offered
Daytime Hours
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
A. Course Objective:
Carrington’s Massage Therapy certificate program prepares students for entry-level employment as massage therapists and/or to enter private practice. The program covers massage therapy principles and techniques for assessing and addressing clients’ problem areas and concerns. Techniques include Swedish massage, sports massage and deep tissue applications, Shiatsu, chair massage, dry room spa techniques and a variety of site specific treatments. Anatomy and physiology, terminology, function and structure of the body’s skeletal, muscular and internal systems, the ethical, legal and business concerns of the profession, personal care, communication skills and practice management and success skills are woven throughout the curriculum.
Competencies to be achieved: Certificate of Achievement
B. Total Cost of Program (include all costs to student including testing, licensure):
Total Cost: $18,749
Tuition: $18,714
STRF Fee: $10
Books & Supplies: included in program cost
Graduation Fees (cap & gown) *: $25.00
*Fee is NOT included in tuition. Students will need to cover those additional expenses themselves.
C. List of Books:
Massage Therapy: Principles and Practice; Medical Conditions and Massage Therapy: A Decision Tree Approach; Business and Professional Skills for Massage Therapists; Know the Body: Muscle, Bone and Palpation Essentials; Orthopedic Massage: Theory and Technique; Sports and Exercise: Comprehensive Care for Athletica, Fitness & Rehabilitation; The Career Fitness Program: Exercising Your Options
D. List of Supplies:
Carrington College uses technologies and equipment to support the learning process such as: massage tables, massage chairs, anatomical software, skeletons, hot stones kit, thermal blankets and exercise balls.
E. WIOA Contact:
Name: Ali Shaub
Email: alissa.shaub@carrington.edu
Phone number: (628) 239-1211
F. Direct Website link to the program: www.carrington.edu
G. Additional information:
Individuals seeking to enter this career field may be subject to screenings such as, but not limited to, criminal
background checks and drug/alcohol testing prior to externship, to attain occupational licensure/certification or
employment and throughout their careers. CPR certification is required for licensure/certification.
Carrington College’s Library Services and Tutoring Services are combined within the Student Success Center (SSC). The SSC is the hub on campus for all student academic support. Included are all library services combined with tutoring, student services and specialized support to accommodate student needs. Students should
refer to the Student Success Center section in the student handbook for comprehensive information. Students should refer to the Career Services section in the student handbook for comprehensive information Carrington works with every student on job-search strategies, job-market orientation, resume writing and interviewing techniques. Career Services are available to all active students and graduates without charge. Students should refer to the Career Services section in the student handbook for comprehensive information.
Additional Admission Requirements: Copy of a current valid government issued photographic identification (such as driver’s license, state issued identification card, military identification card, permanent resident cards or passport). The applicant must be eighteen (18) years of age or older on the date the application for licensure is submitted
H. Refund Policy (provide a summary if Refund policy is not listed on school website): Please review the Academic Catalog on www.carrington.edu
I. Credentials: (The following questions must be answered along with a supporting explanation for each)
• Industry Recognized: Yes. Massage and Bodywork Licensing Exam (MBLEx) from Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards (FSMTB).
• Stackable: Yes. Graduates of the Certificate of Achievement program are eligible to attain an Associate of Science degree via Carrington’s Health Studies online degree-completion option.
• Portable: Yes. Carrington College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, Western Association of Schools and Colleges ACCJC/WASC www.accjc.org
Arizona campuses are licensed by the Arizona State Board for Private Postsecondary Education. Inquiries
concerning the standards or school compliance may be directed to the Board at 1400 West Washington, Room
260, Phoenix, AZ 85007, (602) 542-5709, https://ppse.az.gov/.
• Accredited Curriculum: No
Accrediting Agency and link to website: N/A
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
36
Hours
765
Entrance Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent
School
Carrington College - Tucson (formerly Apollo College)
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Curriculum Competency Based
yes
Training Location(s)
201 N. Bonita Ave., Suite 101, Tucson, AZ
Local WIB
6 - ARIZONA@WORK - Pima
Name of Credential
Certificate of Achievement
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
federal Pell, Loans, SEOG, scholarships
Refund Policy
See catalog
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
Yes - ACCJC/WASC
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
Graduation Fees
$25.00 cap and gown
In-State Tuition
$18,714.00 program cost
Other Fees
$10.00 STRF Fee
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$18,714.00 program cost
Total In-State Program Cost
$18,749.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$18,749.00