Massage Therapy Program

The massage therapist program at Centura College – Virginia Beach prepares students for a career in massage therapy in hospitals and wellness centers, nursing homes, health clubs and fitness centers, cruise ships, and spas or resorts. The program focuses on providing relief and improved health and well-being to clients through the application of manual techniques for manipulating skin, muscles, and connective tissues. Program courses include: Western (Swedish) massage, sports massage, deep tissue massage, reflexology, safety, and professional standards and ethics. Get more details below including other Virginia colleges that offer massage therapy program.

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Centura College – Virginia Beach

700w. Olney, Norfolk, VA

Centura College has nine campuses located in South Carolina and Virginia, an institute in Florida, and a distance learning division. The school offers associates, bachelors, and certificate programs, though not all programs are available at all schools. The school is dedicated to providing quality education quickly and affordably to adults who wish to enter the work force with ease. Once graduated, Centura College assists individuals in the methods and practices of finding work, and with placement.

Academics

Centura College offers a large number of programs for career oriented individuals. Experienced instructors help impart the skills necessary to be successful post-completion. Centura is committed to maintaining its high academic standards to ensure that all students receive a quality education.

Some programs offered include:

• Dental Assistant
• Massage Therapy
• Accounting
• Criminal Justice
• Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning

Admissions and Financial Aid

To enroll at Centura College potential students must contact an admissions officer to begin the process. Interested students may request additional informational material online. Financial aid is available and interested students are asked to meet with financial aid counselors to discuss and review financial aid options.

Students Enrolled in the Massage Therapy Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Centura College – Virginia Beach has offered the following academic levels for students:

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Associate's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in health specialties, in fields such as dentistry, laboratory technology, medicine, pharmacy, public health, therapy, and veterinary medicine.

Massage Therapists

Description

Perform therapeutic massages of soft tissues and joints. May assist in the assessment of range of motion and muscle strength, or propose client therapy plans.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, massage therapists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 21.6% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Virginia Beach-Norfolk-Newport News, VA-NC
  • Total Employment: 420
  • Average Hourly Rate: $15.55
  • Average Annual Salary: $32340

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).