National American University

National American University

National American University welcomes students of diverse interests, cultures and abilities and prepares them for careers in health care, business and business-related fields by providing quality higher education in a caring and supportive environment.

The university builds learning partnerships with students and other institutions locally, nationally and internationally through its private, regionally-accredited system of campuses and education centers offering courses in traditional, accelerated and distance learning formats.

As a comprehensive technical and professional institution of higher learning, the university responds to the changing needs of students, employers and their communities by providing undergraduate and graduate programs and continuing education opportunities to serve our evolving global society.

Accreditation

National American University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association, 30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2400, Chicago, IL 60602, (312) 263-0456.

The therapeutic massage program is accredited by the Integrative Massage and Somatic Therapies Accreditation Council (IMSTAC), a division of Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals, located at 1271 Sugarbush Drive, Evergreen, CO 80439. ABMP's phone number is 800-458-2267. It is also approved by the Iowa Department of Public Health's Iowa State Massage Board.

Therapeutic Massage - Diploma or Associate of Applied Science

The therapeutic massage industry is a rapidly growing profession. Taking into consideration the mind, body, and spirit the focus of the massage therapist is to meet the needs of the client by perceiving the body as a whole.

With over 50 different therapeutic approaches, the massage therapist is not limited to utilizing only one approach. Massage therapists may work with premature babies, infants, children with disabilities, adults and geriatric clients. This program is designed to be the foundation of any massage therapist's career.

Massage therapists are found in a variety of settings. They may be found under the supervision of a health care facility such as a:

• Hospital
• Nursing home
• Rehabilitation center
• Chiropractic office

Other massage establishments may include fitness centers, day spas, cruise lines, nutrition centers or hair salons, and may be employed by the establishment or on an independent contract. Many therapists choose to be self-employed and open a private practice independently or with several associates.

Administrative duties may include:

• Client scheduling
• Receptionist duties
• Client record management
• Office correspondence
• Medical insurance procedures
• Fees and collections

Clinical duties may include interviewing the client, documenting client progress reports, administering massage techniques for the purpose of relaxation, revitalization or rehabilitation, or conducting on-site corporate massage.

The therapeutic massage program prepares students to sit for the National Certification for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork exam by ensuring that they meet the standards for certification and have mastered entry-level tasks as defined by the Commission on Training Accreditation (COMTA). NAU offers both a 1-year diploma and the 2-year Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree.

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