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Program Contact
Tiffany Hemrick
tshemric@davidsonccc.edu
Briggs Technology, Room 109
336.249.8186, ext. 6753
Mission Statement
The Therapeutic Massage program provides learning opportunities to prepare individuals for successful employment as a massage therapist.
Special Admission Requirements
Enrollment in the program is limited. Acceptance into the program of study will be based upon criteria established by the College.
List of Degrees/Diplomas offered
through this Program
Therapeutic Massage - AAS
Therapeutic Massage - Diploma
Faculty
Tiffany Hemrick, LMBT
Massage Therapy / Therapeutic Massage
Once you have completed the Therapeutic Massage program, you should be able to:
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Explain the advantages of therapeutic massages; |
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Administer an adequate therapeutic plan based on education of the human body, composition and evaluation of customer data; |
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Select massage therapy approaches for therapeutic benefit throughout the lifespan;
Maintain effective customer relationships; |
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Demonstrate appreciation for the legal, ethical, and professional parameters essential to the profession of massage therapy; |
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Achieve proper communication skills for managing client relationships and networking with peers; |
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Apply an employment and business plan that adheres to legal issues, federal, state, and local regulations in the field of massage therapy; |
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Develop professional business ethics and practices |
What are the benefits of the Massage Therapy program at Davidson County Community College?
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Smaller classrooms lead to more individualized attention |
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Two campuses that are easily accessible to Davie county and Davidson county |
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Fully qualified instructors |
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Exceptional classroom and hands-on learning environments |
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Education centers convenient and near Piedmont, NC with a center in Lexington, NC and Thomasville, NC |
Frequently Asked Questions
What do I need to do to be a licensed massage therapist in NC?
According to the NC State Board of Massage, you must complete a massage training program of at least 500 hours (DCCC’s program is 880 hours), pass the MBLEX (a licensure exam), pass criminal history check conducted by the NC Board of Massage, and apply to the state board for your license.
When does the program start?
We are a fall start only. We begin new classes every August for the fall semester. You can take supporting courses while you wait for the new program to start.
Are the classes offered at night?
No. The massage classes are daytime only. Several of the supporting courses are offered at night and online.
How many hours will I be in class?
In the fall we are in class (for the massage classes only, not including any supporting courses) for 18 hours each week. In the spring we are in class for 20 hours each week.
Do I need to buy a massage table before class starts?
No. When you register for MTH 110 there will be a table fee put on your bill. This includes your massage table and some supplies. You will need to plan on buying some extra sets of sheets and whatever type of lubricant you wish to use.
How long does it take to complete the program?
If you are able to follow the courses in the order we have them set up and you have completed all preparatory courses, you will begin the diploma program in the fall semester and be finished in the summer semester. If you have already taken some supporting courses, you will be finished in the spring semester. (Please see advisement sheet for the course breakdown)
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