Apollo College - Phoenix

Massage Therapy has achieved unprecedented popularity in recent years. Twenty-five million Americans make 60 million visits to 85,000 practitioners a year. Career opportunities are on the rise for the licensed massage therapist including private health clubs, day spas and resorts, beauty salons, corporations, stress reduction/relaxation centers. Opportunities lie in health care working in association with other health practitioners such as chiropractors, medical doctors, dentists, physical therapists, and psychologists.

The professional Massage Therapy program teaches the art and science of massage therapy, while also teaching sound business practices, which prepare students for success in the marketplace. In the professional Massage Therapy Program, students learn light energy work as well as deep-tissue modalities, Spa Therapies, Infant massage, Shiatsu, and how to treat specific pain and dysfunction, as well as a holistic approach to health and healing.

As a graduate of the professional Massage Therapy Program's didactic and laboratory therapy instruction, the graduate would qualify to sit for the National Certification Exam administered by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork. The certification program NCBTMB is approved by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCAA), the accrediting body of the National Organization for Competency Assurance (NCOA).

Fitness Technician

Fitness Technicians work in health clubs, fitness studios, rehab facilities or independently as personal trainers. Personal trainers guide and motivate clients to reach their peak fitness potential. They assess the fitness needs of clients and develop plans based on them. Personal trainers provide personal training, present classes and instruct on proper nutrition.

Personal trainers must have a strong understanding of the functions and vital processes of the human body so they can effectively design and deliver personal nutrition and physical fitness training programs. Creativity and determination are important characteristics of fitness technicians. A good personal trainer must be energetic and motivating, always encouraging their clients to reach their maximum performance. Personal trainers must continually strive to understand advances in the industry and stay current with new equipment and techniques.

Massage Therapy

The massage therapy diploma program combines a complete and comprehensive study of Swedish massage with other manual and energetic therapies. Supporting courses include a thorough kinesthetic and tactile study of human anatomy and physiology, professional ethics and communication, and the business of massage.

According to recent job analysis data, a massage therapist should be competent in the following:

• Display a passion for the profession
• Employ appropriate communication skills
• Design and implement a massage session
• Manage the business of a massage practice
• Manage the critical components of a massage practice
• Maintain self-care and wellness program
• Promote the profession
• Acquire knowledge, skills and credentials

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