In addition to private practice, they are employed at hospitals, athletic clubs, family health centers, cruise ships, vacation resorts, spas and salons. The one-year certificate requires 621 hours of instruction and qualifies participants for practicing relaxing massage. In addition, it qualifies students for state licensing exams. This two-year degree prepares students for additional opportunities and advancement in massage therapy careers. Course hours earned in the certificate program can be applied to degree requirements.
Technical instructors have extensive training in specific techniques.