On average it takes 18 months to complete. This would mean attending classes two evenings a week and one weekend per month to complete the 500-hour program in 18 months. It is possible to finish within one year or to take as long as you need depending on your individual circumstances. Not Ready to Commit to 500 Hours of Training. A. Many students begin with our Basic Swedish Massage course.
Students learn to give a full body massage in the traditional Swedish method and much more.
This course meets three hours a week for 13 weeks. Since it is a prerequisite for many of our other courses, it is a good way to start. After completing it, you may always transfer into the 500-Hour Massage Therapy Program if you wish. This program is designed to enable its graduates to counsel clients in living a wellness lifestyle. The program can be completed in 18 months to 2 years.