The massage therapy program at Augusta School of Massage is a teaching format that includes intensive massage therapy training as well as business education to prepare the student for success after program completion. In every phase of the massage therapy curriculum, Augusta School of Massage provides students with an education that exceeds the minimum requirements for certification through the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork. Our massage therapy course is 600 clock hours and takes approximately seven months to complete.

Massage Therapy Training

The massage therapy student is educated in several necessary areas, the first group includes the basics of anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, pathology, and allied modalities. These basics are needed to support the student and lead to a versatile and resourceful massage therapist. The student is also trained in hands-on traditional Swedish massage, which is the basis for a variety of other body therapies. Massage therapy training is rounded out with supervised internships to ensure the student is prepared to take their craft to the public. They are also qualified in CPR certification, First Aid, and receive training in AIDS/HIV awareness.

Business Education

An important focus for students preparing for a career in massage therapy is the business aspect of the profession. Augusta School of Massage will provide students with essential information to help them smoothly transfer from Student to Professional Massage Therapist, whether they plan to open their own practice, become an independent contractor, or work as employee in a medical facility, spa, fitness club, or other health-related setting.

Coursework Objectives

Upon successful completion of all coursework, Augusta School of Massage will provide massage therapy students with a Certificate of Completion. This certificate of training will enable them to take the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB) exam or the  The Massage & Bodywork Licensing Examination (MBLEx) and become individually licensed to work as a massage therapist either on their own or in a massage therapy facility.

Course Schedule

Full time classes are as follows:

Day Classes - Monday through Thursday: 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Evening Classes - Monday through Thursday: 6:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Both classes require attendance on approximately 4 weekends.  This does not include time for fieldworks and clinics since students get to sign up for these to fit their schedule.

For completion, 600 total clock hours are required, leading to approximately 25 weeks of study (6 months) if attending full-time or 50 weeks of study if attending part-time. "Clock hours" can be described as instruction that takes place for at least 50 minutes of each hour. Teachers will have no more than 25 students per class. For classes involving hands-on instruction, the ratio will be no more than 15 students for each instructor. Students will receive no more than 10 minutes of break time each hour. No breaks for noon and evening meals are scheduled.