Massage Therapy - Northwest Health Careers

Massage Therapy from Northwest Health Careers is a Campus Certificate Massage Therapy degree that prepares you for a Healthcare career. Philosophy Today?s Massage Therapist professional is expected to understand the intricate workings of the body and use this knowledge to enhance overall health and wellness through the practice of massage therapy. With so many advancements in the massage industry, it is important that the therapist be able to express proficiency in a variety of therapeutic modalities. This program will take you through the necessary steps of theoretical learning and provide the hands on training necessary for you to become a licensed massage therapist. The courses in the massage program are designed to diversify the student?s knowledge of massage therapy by including ancient and modern techniques. In addition to the hands on training the students will receive from their instructors, Northwest Health Careers offers a unique learning experience for our students in the form of our Student clinic. Clients are brought in Monday ? Saturday for the students to practice their newly taught techniques and receive feedback. Most importantly, this experience simulates the environment in which the students will one day work and teaches the importance of patient care and appropriate professional behavior. National Success In order to obtain licensure as a massage therapist in the state of Nevada, graduates must pass a National Board examination given by the National Certification Board of Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork. This exam determines the future of all massage students and is therefore extensively prepared for throughout the program. Before completing the program, every student takes our National Board Review class. The curriculum for this class has been modified continuously over the past 11 years by physicians, including our Director Dr. John Kenny, and licensed practitioners in order to provide our students with a comprehsnive review for the massage therapy board. More recently, NWHC has opened its doors not only to our students but to massage therapy graduates from across the Las Vegas Valley who have expressed interest in taking our National Review course. After all, completing schooling and receiving a certificate is not enough to become a licensed massage therapist in the state of Nevada. Classes Human Anatomy and Physiology Kinesiology Basic Massage CPR Deep Tissue of the Upper Body Deep Tissue of the Lower Body Medical Massage and Pathology Sports Massage Special Needs Shiatsu Spa Therapies Massage as a Business National Board Review View more details on Northwest Health Careers . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Massage Therapy courses.