The objective of the 500-Hour Massage Therapy Certificate Training is to teach students how to become effective and successful massage therapists. All of our professional wellness programs are licensed by the state of Colorado, Division of Private Occupational Schools. Our Massage Program is approved by the DPOS, FSMTB for entrance to MBLEX Exam, and National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork. Our graduates have a reputation for giving excellent Swedish and Deep Tissue Massages. We believe this is due to our small class size and the extensive amount of hands-on work and feedback received from qualified instructors who are passionate about their work.
Tuition: $4,500* *Monthly payment plans may be arranged. Supply List
Courses: Introduction to Massage 4 Hours This course gives the student an introduction to the educational requirements; state and national laws, rules, and regulations; and basic overview of massage therapy as a course of study and as a career. Intro to Massage offers an overview of The Connecting Point’s 500 Hour Massage Therapy Program, a look at school policies and procedure, along with a calendar of class topics and vacations.
Swedish Massage 84 Hours Swedish massage is the basis for traditional massage work. Mastering the six basic strokes of effleurage, petrissage, friction, vibration, tapotement and rotations gives a solid foundation for all other forms of bodywork. Emphasis is placed on learning and maintaining proper body mechanics and students are encouraged to create their own style, rhythm and flow.
Advanced Massage Techniques 92 Hours Advanced techniques are tools for creating a therapeutic experience for your client and yourself. Students are taught techniques such as trigger-point release, forearm and elbow methods, injury and movement patterns, in addition to techniques for integrating complementary modalities into the therapeutic massage session. Course features massage demonstrations by experienced therapists.
Anatomy & Physiology 100 Hours Anatomy and physiology is the study of the structure and function of the body. This course provides the student with a practical foundation of the skeletal and muscular systems as well as the body’s major physical systems. Muscle identification, movement, and palpation integrate one’s knowledge of anatomy with hands-on experience of massage and bodywork. Complementary therapies are explored in relation to Anatomy and Physiology.
Sports Massage 18 Hours Sports massage is the study of the theory and function of massage techniques as they apply to athletes. Muscle palpation and sports massage protocol for various athletes in differing states of health and injuries; Pre and Post event massage; the injury repair process and the effects of massage on the competitive athlete are covered in this section.
Business & Ethics 8 Hours Business and ethics addresses the legal and ethical questions that affect the therapist in the professional environment. Different options for operating one’s own business as well as working in other professional environments are discussed. Local and national laws, rules and regulations and scope of practice are covered, along with a look at the professional organizations related to the massage and wellness industry.
Personal Growth 18 Hours Yoga, meditation, and time with ones’ self in a retreat setting are the basics for personal growth. As students learn and grow there is a need for reflection and integration. Students study the art and science of self-care and the importance and relevance self-care has in their lives and careers. This section is dedicated to offering students the necessary tools for graceful transformation.
Ayurveda 14 Hours Known as the “Science of Life,” Ayurveda is the 5000-year-old practice of health and wellness from India. This section presents the basic theories of Vata, Pitta and Kapha constitutions, and how these constitutions are affected by massage and bodywork, as well as simple everyday applications for this complete system of healing.
Plant Medicine 12 Hours Learn the basics of plant medicine from a historical and modern day perspective and how these applications may be useful in a complementary wellness practice; Study the different classifications of plant medicine, such as herbology, aromatherapy, homeopathy; and how Egyptian, Chinese and Ayurvedic cultures have utilized the medicinal properties of plants around the world for centuries.
Reflexology 12 Hours Reflexology is based on the theory that specific points in the feet are reflective of related parts of the body. By stimulating and working the points in the feet, the entire body is balanced and relaxed. This section covers the theory and technique of a complete Reflexology treatment.
Hot Stone Massage 18 Hours Hot Stone Massage is a therapeutic massage technique that involves using smooth basalt stones that have been heated in a Swedish and deep tissue massage session. The stones are held in the hands while traditional massage strokes are performed, in addition to being placed over the body to increase warmth and activate energy centers. Included in this course is an overview of the use of cold stones for injury, and the energetic properties of gemstones and their corresponding chakras.
Aromatherapy 14 Hours Aromatherapy is the art and science of blending essential oils extracted from various botanicals to enhance the body, mind and spiritual well-being of an individual. History, extraction methods and therapeutic uses and properties are covered.
Chinese Medicine 14 Hours Students are introduced to Chinese Medicine and given the historical importance of Chinese Medicine and its current therapies such as Shiatsu, Acupressure, Acupuncture, and Chinese Herbal Therapies. Students will be able to understand the history, theory and practice of modern Chinese Medicine and their relationship as massage therapists to this age-old system.
Hydrotherapy 9 Hours Hydrotherapy is the therapeutic use of water in all its forms; liquid, steam, and ice. Hydrotherapy is covered here with focus on the many applications of hydrotherapy in the spa and wellness environment.
Spa Therapies 18 Hours This section provides students with the basic theory and practice of spa therapies, including the components of a spa treatment, such as exfoliation, herbal wraps, hydrating treatments, and an overview of common products and natural ingredients used for creating a therapeutic spa service. Learning basics of spa treatments prepares one for a future in a resort environment in addition to providing many alternatives for the home and private office spa options.
Mentor and Clinical Hours 44 Hours Professional experience is provided with supervised clinic hours. In addition to the general public students provide massage for experienced instructors and receive feedback. Students are encouraged to pursue volunteer massage for special populations. Students receive valuable tools for client intake procedure, protocol for correct interaction with clients, hands-on experience in massage assessment and pathology, and general instruction for working in a professional setting.
Energy Healing 9 Hours This course covers the theory and practice of basic energy medicine as it applies to the massage and wellness therapist. Students will learn energy anatomy and energy reading, and how to apply that knowledge to massage and wellness therapies.
Massage Review and Exam Prep 12 Hours This course offers a complete review of the subjects in our 500 hour massage therapy program, in addition to offering an overview of the testing procedures of both the national certification and mblex exams. Also covered are Colorado State guidelines and regulations.