Massage Therapy Program

The massage therapist program at Northcoast Medical Training Academy 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 Ohio colleges that offer massage therapy program.

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Northcoast Medical Training Academy

4457 Far Hills Ave, Dayton, OH

Northcoast Medical Training Academy, located in Kent, Ohio, was founded in 2003 with the purpose of preparing students for licensure and certification exams in various medical fields. The school is owned by Tim and Christy Runge, who make it a point to ensure that every student that attends their school receives the best education and training possible. The school also has agreements in place with local businesses and healthcare providers to assist in training and internship placement, particularly for areas of study that require a certain amount of hours of practical experience to be eligible for certification or licensure.

Academics

Northcoast Medical Training Academy offers education in a number of healthcare related fields, allowing students to choose the one that best suits their interest and goals in order to prepare for a career. These programs typically take a year or less to complete, and are specifically designed to prepare individuals for employment after graduation. This is accomplished through an education focused on reviewing materials and lessons covered by the licensure and certification exams of the state for each of the available fields of study.

Programs offered include:

• Practical Nursing
• Medical Assistant
• Veterinary Assistant
• Phlebotomy Technician
• Massage Therapy

Admissions and Financial Aid

Students interested in attending Northcoast Medical Training Academy should contact the school and speak with a representative to begin the admissions process. Individuals who meet the minimum requirements for admission are eligible. Financial aid is available in the form of loans and grants, and is applied for through the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the information from which is used to determine need and aid program eligibility.

Students Enrolled in the Massage Therapy Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Northcoast Medical Training Academy offers a less than two-year award 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).