<h2 id="section---FrequentlyAskedQuestions">Frequently Asked Questions</h2> <h3 id="section---WhatKindOfProgramIsIt">What Kind of Program Is It?</h3> <p>Sanford-Brown's Diploma in Massage Therapy program is designed to incorporate both a clinical and lecture component. You could study areas such as clinical practice, anatomy, pathology, physiology, and theoretical massage. Additionally, you could learn about therapeutic massage, hydrotherapy, and the application of heat and cold. This course of study could also prepare you to sit for the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB) exam, a nationally recognized exam. </p> <h3 id="section---WhatAreThePrerequisites">What Are the Prerequisites?</h3> <p>Students applying to Sanford-Brown's Diploma in Massage Therapy program should have good interpersonal skills and an interest in business. Potential Sanford-Brown students must live in close proximity to campus locations. </p> <h3 id="section---WhatAreTheCourseRequirements">What Are the Course Requirements?</h3> <p>This course of study consists of 67 credits. Most students can complete this diploma program in approximately six weeks. </p> <p><u>Massage Therapy Course Requirements</u> </p> <p /> <table border="1"><tr><th>Course Code</th><th>Course Name</th></tr> <tr><td>CIS 105</td><td> Introduction to Computer Technology</td></tr> <tr><td>ENG 101</td><td> English I</td></tr> <tr><td>MA 104</td><td> Introduction to Medical Terminology</td></tr> <tr><td>MA 106</td><td> Medical Terminology</td></tr> <tr><td>MA 107</td><td> Human Biological Systems</td></tr> <tr><td>MT 101</td><td> Foundations of Massage Therapy</td></tr> <tr><td>MT 110</td><td> Swedish Massage</td></tr> <tr><td>MT 120</td><td> Deep Tissue Massage</td></tr> <tr><td>MT 125</td><td> Pharmacology for Massage Therapy</td></tr> <tr><td>MT 200</td><td> Upper Kinesiology</td></tr> <tr><td>MT 205</td><td> Lower Kinesiology</td></tr> <tr><td>MT 220</td><td> Clinical Massage</td></tr> <tr><td>MT 225</td><td> Clinical Pathology for Massage Therapy</td></tr> <tr><td>MT 230</td><td> Business Practices for the Massage Career</td></tr> <tr><td>MT 241</td><td> Spa Therapies</td></tr> <tr><td>MT 245</td><td> Ethics for Massage Therapy Professionals</td></tr> <tr><td>MT 250</td><td> Massage Therapy Clinic</td></tr> <tr><td>MT 251</td><td> Massage Therapy Review</td></tr> </table><h3 id="section---WhatCouldIDoAfterIGraduate">What Could I Do After I Graduate?</h3> <h4 id="section---CareerOpportunities">Career Opportunities</h4> <p>Sanford-Brown's Diploma in Massage Therapy program graduates could pursue work as a massage therapists in chiropractic offices, rehabilitation centers, or physical therapy centers. Another option is to start your own private massage practice, allowing you the opportunity to build your own client base and handle your own company finances. </p> <h4 id="section---AdvancedDegrees">Advanced Degrees</h4> <p>Additionally, Sanford-Brown's Diploma in Massage Therapy program graduates could pursue a number of different bachelor's degree that could help build on the skills you learned or pursue new fields of study. A bachelor's degree could also prepare you to pursue management positions in massage-related institutions. Degrees you could pursue include the following: </p> <ul><li>Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy </li><li>Bachelor of Science in Nursing </li><li>Bachelor of Science in Business</li></ul>