Our 6-month, 600-hour Massage Therapy Certification Program offers a comprehensive, in-depth training in the natural healing arts, including many effective styles and methods of massage therapy, nutritional health, healing with herbs, Aromatherapy and much, much more. From a scientific education in human physiology to the delights of Foot Reflexology, our highly educated and experienced staff will guide you through the process of achieving excellence in Eastern and Western therapeutic knowledge, sensitivity and personal awareness and growth, and prepare you for an effective and successful practice in the healing arts. Located in Asheville, the "New Healing Mecca," we invite you to join our satisfied students and successful graduates for this powerful, life changing experience.

Our private 24-acre estate includes many beautiful and interesting things to see and do, including an authentic water-wheel-driven grist mill and magnificent grounds. This is a place you will want to return to, again and again. Offering many popular and exciting Continuing Education Programs, we look forward to a relationship with and between our students and graduates that will last a lifetime.

Our Credentials

APPROVED: North Carolina Board of Massage and Bodywork Therapy
APPROVED: NCBTMB Approved Continuing Education Provider
APPROVED: Through U.S. Immigrations and Customs Enforcement to enroll non-immigrant international students
APPROVED: VA funding to qualifying students
Member: AMTA (American Massage Therapy Association) Council of Schools
Member: ABMP (Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals)
Member: Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce
Member: Better Business Bureau of WNC

Our Curriculum
You will receive an in-depth, hands-on education in Swedish Massage and the sciences, as well as a comprehensive introduction to many other popular and beneficial therapies commonly used in alternative/complementary health care. Included in our program are the following areas of study:

• Anatomy/Physiology/Kinesiology/Pathology
• Swedish Massage
• Neuromuscular Therapy
• Sports Massage
• Pregnancy/Infant/Geriatric Massage
• Chinese Medicine & Acupressure
• Somatic Psychology
• Foot Reflexology
• Energy Work
• Aromatherapy
• Chair Massage
• Hydrotherapy & Spa Treatments
• Healing with Herbs
• Diet & Nutrition
• Business & Marketing
• Ethics
• Integrative Therapies
  

Financial Options
EASY FINANCING through our SLM Financial (a Sallie Mae company) Career Training Loans program
Prepayment discounts of up to $1000
VA approved for qualifying students
All major credit cards accepted

Our Graduates
Upon completion of our certification program, you will be qualified to apply for the National Certification Board Exam in Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork, professional licensure by the North Carolina Board of Massage and Bodywork Therapy and qualify for memberships in professional associations such as the AMTA (American Massage Therapy Association) and ABMP (Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals). (Requirements in other states for practicing massage therapy can be found in various massage therapy journals and association web sites. Please check state and local requirements before enrolling in ANY school.)

2005-2006 Calendar for our 6-month, 600-hour Certification Program:

Fall 2005: September 2005-March 2006 - Evenings

Winter 2005: December 2005-June 2006 - Days

Spring 2006: March-September 2006 - Evenings

Winter 2006: December 2006-June 2007 - Days

Spring 2007: March-August 2007 - Evenings

Summer 2007: June-November, 2007 - Days

Fall 2007: September 2007-February 2008 - Evenings

Winter 2007: December 2007-May 2008 - Days

Classes are filled on a first-come, first-served basis.

Each program includes approximately 12 additional full days that are spent at the Therapy Center, where students are supervised in their practice on real clients as they complete the required Clinic Practice portion of the program. There are no classes held on Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day. Make-up days for holidays and snow days are made up at the nearest opportunity. All classes break for one week.

Please note that this is an intensive program, requiring 20 hours/week of classroom instruction, 12 additional full days of clinic practice, and ample outside study, homework preparation, and practice time. All students will need to manage their professional, family, and social commitments to allow for a successful and rewarding educational experience. Students who choose to work full-time during this program must practice outstanding time management skills in order to succeed. Some students, for example, may need to take days off of work to fulfill Student Clinic practice requirements.