CERTIFICATE PROGRAM

These courses exceed the minimum for national certification as well as Maryland certification or registration. Graduates will receive a certificate in therapeutic massage from AACC. For a complete description of the courses and program requirements see our catalog or the course description page.             

• MAS-100 - Introduction to Massage                        
• BIO-230 - Structure and Function of the Human Body*,**
• MAS-110 - Swedish Massage 
• MAS-111 - Deep Tissue Massage 
• MAS-113 - Advanced Massage Techniques  
• MAS-117 - Kinesiology for Bodyworkers
  
• MAS-118 - Business for Bodyworkers
  

                                     Total Credit Hours                       29

          Contact Hours in Massage Training                   600

*The BIO-231/232 or BIO-233/234 sequence with a “C” or better are an option if students prefer to take them in lieu of passing BIO-230 with a C or better.

**Please contact the program coordinator for math eligibility requirements.

Students receiving a Certificate in Therapeutic Massage will be eligible to sit for the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB) or the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage (NCBTM) Exams. Having passed either exam, they also satisfy the State of Maryland’s requirements to become either a Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT) or a Registered Massage Practitioner (RMP).

Notice of Nondiscrimination
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