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Course Description:
Massage Therapy is defined as the
treatment of disorders of the human body by
manipulation of the soft tissue through the
systematic external application of massage
techniques, including touch, stroking, friction,
kneading, vibration, percussion, stretching, and
joint movements within the normal physiological
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Julie A. Troiano, LMT
Lead Clinical Instructor
The Tri-Rivers
Medical Massage Therapy Program is designed to provide our
students with the necessary tools to successfully enter a
career as a massage therapist. Although our students have
many avenues to venture into upon completion, our focus with
this program will be medically oriented, incorporating,
pathology, and critical thinking into our daily
applications.
Ohio was the first state to license the practice of Massage
Therapy, with the first applicant being licensed in 1916.
Ohio is unique in that it defines Massage Therapy as a
"limited branch of the practice of medicine".
The State Medical Board
requirements to become a licensed massage therapist:
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Completion
of over 750 hours of education and training from an
accredited school of Massage Therapy.
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Demonstrate
knowledge, skills, and competence in Anatomy,
Physiology, Pathology, Theory, Ethics, and Business.
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Complete a
clinical internship.
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Passing
scores on the State of Ohio Medical Board exam in
Anatomy / Physiology, and Theory of 75% or greater.
Our course
offering has been approved by the State of Ohio Medical
Board, The State of Ohio Department of Education and the
North Central Commission on Accreditation.
800 Hour Program
Entrance Requirements
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High School
Diploma or GED
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Evidence of
physical exam (last 6 months), Varicella & Rubella
Titer, Mantoux, Hepatitis vaccine.
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Instructor
Interview
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Successful
completion of WorkKeys Tests (Reading, Locating
Information, Math)
PEC (Preliminary Education Certification) from the State
Medical Board of Ohio
Tuition and
Fees
(Note all tuition and fees are subject to change - call for
latest information)
Application fee: $95
PEC fee: $35
Tuition Cost: $7,800
Textbooks: $500 (estimate)
Lab/Supply fees: $600
State Medical Board fee: $250
Please call (740) 389-4681 Ext 110 to request an
application packet.
Send completed application and application fee to:
Tri-Rivers Center for Adult Education
2222 Marion Mt. Gilead Road
Marion, OH 43302
EQUAL EDUCATION OPPORTUNITY
It is the policy of Tri-Rivers Center for Adult Education
that education programs and activities are provided without
regard to race, color, national origin, gender, disability
or age.
Financial Aid may be available to qualified applicants.
Call for more information
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