Massage Therapy Program

The massage therapist program at ECPI University 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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ECPI University

Also known as TCAT Nashville

5555 Greenwich Rd, Virginia Beach, VA

ECPI University, formerly known as ECPI College of Technology, is a four year career college that offers career oriented education for its students in Virginia Beach and surrounding areas. Students may pick from many areas of study, including:

• Health and Clinical Professions
• Computer and Information Sciences
• Engineering Technology

Over the previous several years ECPI University granted degrees to over seven thousand students with a graduation rate of more than 46%. ECPI College of Technology has listed over thirty different programs available to students, with a Master's degree being the highest level offered. Some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Medical Assistant
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
• Nursing
• System Administration
• Computer Systems Technology
• Healthcare Administration

To help support students, ECPI may provide support services like:

• Online course work available
• Night and weekend classes available
• Remedial instructional courses
• Academic counseling for students
• Student employment
• Helping students find work after graduation

The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges has accredited the education provided by ECPI College of Technology for over fifteen straight years. To see more and get consumer disclosures, please visit ecpi.edu and https://www.ecpi.edu/info/ge/fast-facts/.

Students Enrolled in the Massage Therapy Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. ECPI University has offered the following degree 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

• Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN
  • Total Employment: 600
  • Average Hourly Rate: $17.54
  • Average Annual Salary: $36490

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