Massage Therapy Program

The massage therapist program at Angeles College 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 California colleges that offer massage therapy program.

Angeles College

574 Hilgard Avenue, Los Angeles, CA

Being a socially diverse school instructing and training qualified healthcare professionals with multi-lingual skills and/or multi-ethnic understanding, Angeles College is the best place to develop your career!

This is an exciting time to embark on a healthcare career. According to statistics, this industry will yield 3.2 million new jobs by 2018. And currently large-sized community has a disproportionate patient-healthcare professional ratio. AC strives to meet this need and to help you achieve your personal and professional goals as quickly and convenient for you.

Since 2004, AC skilled graduates have entered the challenging and gratifying industry of healthcare. It adheres to the philosophy of “Patient-Centered Approach” by providing a new and refreshing approach to health care education. It gives importance to multicultural understanding while offering the most current and comprehensive instruction.

Throughout the years, the campus has expanded its locations as well as it curricula. There are 2 campuses; the main Los Angeles campus is located in the popular Koreatown-an exciting neighborhood. The other campus is at the growing city of Garden Grove, California.

Join its welcoming environment with small class sizes and experienced faculty. Take a pick from its variety of program with frequent start dates. Among its new programs are Associate of Science Degree in Medical Office Management, Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration, and Massage Therapy program.

For admission, you must meet minimum age requirement; take the entrance exam and comply the program’s enrollment prerequisites. Due to the differing nature, each program has its own certain requirements. Financial aid is available to those who are qualified.

With diverse, most up-to-date and excellent training in these fastest growing careers, at Angeles College you can be fully prepared to a successful healthcare career! 

Students Enrolled in the Massage Therapy Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Angeles College offers a less than one year certificate program in massage therapy.

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

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