Inside you will find an easy-to-follow, four-step guide to achieving your goal.

Are you ready for this?

FAQ’s

How long is the program? The Certificate program consists of 43 credits, which takes

approximately 3-4 semesters. This includes 15 credits of

prerequisites, 4 elective credits, and 24 credits of Core classes and

practicum, for a total of 750 clock hours. You may wish to continue

towards your AAS degree, which requires 68 credits.

How much does it cost? For Maricopa County residents, the cost of the Certificate program

is approximately $3,400 and about $5,200 for the AAS degree.

Financial Aid is available for students who qualify.

Do you accept transfer credits? Depending on course equivalencies, MCCCD may accept transfer

credits. You will need to have official transcripts sent to

Admissions & Records to have your transcripts evaluated.

How do I get licensed? Upon completion of the Certificate program or AAS degree in

Therapeutic Massage, students are eligible to apply for Arizona

State Licensure. As of January 2005, a license is required in order

to practice massage in the State of Arizona. To obtain an

application packet and/or seek additional information on state

licensure go to: http://www.massageboard.az.gov/

What is the employment outlook for Massage Therapists? The demand for massage continues to grow in Arizona and around

the nation. Students who successfully complete the program and

receive state licensure can seek employment in a wide variety of

work environments including spa/resort facilities, health clubs,

cruise lines, physical therapy offices, private practices, work

independently, and more. The pay range for licensed massage

therapists can vary from $15 to $100 per hour massage.

1202 W. Thomas Road, Phoenix, AZ 85013 | www.phoenixcollege.edu/massage | 602.285.7649

Thinking about becoming a

Massage Therapist at Phoenix College?

Thank you for considering us, and . . .

Good Choice!

“Massage is a powerful gift that gives to both the receiver and the giver.”

— Former Student

The Maricopa Community College District abides by all state and Federal nondiscriminatory

regulations in employment practices as well as student admissions.

Top 10 Reasons Why To Attend Phoenix College Therapeutic Massage Program

1. Expertise — Learn from award-winning faculty who are experts in their fields.

2. Full-Service Campus — A real college atmosphere with a real campus life. From a Computer Commons to a Fitness Center,

Performing Arts Center to a State of the Art Library, Academic Advisors to Student Clubs, Cafeteria, Bookstore . . . We have it all!

3. Strong Foundation — Our curriculum was designed with a deliberate and effective approach to building a strong foundation of

massage techniques with an emphasis toward a medical model of massage.

4. Affordability — At Phoenix College, Maricopa County residents will enjoy a high-quality, academic education at a cost that is far

below most private massage schools.

Phoenix College Certificate Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $3,900*

Phoenix College AAS Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $5,200*

AZ Private Massage Schools Certificate Programs . . . $9,000 — $15,000

(*The above figures reflect tuition and fees only; books and supplies are additional.)

5. Dynamic Relationships — Not only will you develop a close bond with your Therapeutic Massage classmates and instructors,

about half of your time will be spent in classes with students of other disciplines, especially other allied health fields.

6. Individualized Guidance — We have a staff of qualified professionals ready to assist you every step of the way, whether your

needs are program-specific, general career, or personal counseling.

7. Location — Situated near the I-17, I-10, and Hwy. 51, we are conveniently accessed from most every part of the Valley.

8. Transferable College Credits — Being part of the Maricopa Community Colleges, your credits will transfer to several in-state

public 4-year colleges or universities if and when you are ready to further your education.

9. Pre-Approved CEUs — Do you want to know if the AZ State Board of Massage Therapy will accept our CEU classes towards the

continuation of your licensure? The answer is YES . . . All of them!

10. We want you to be part of us . . . It’s as simple as that!

At Phoenix College, even our full AAS degree in Therapeutic Massage is thousands below the cost of most private schools’ certificate programs.

Prerequisite Courses WED 151 Introduction to Alternative Medicine

WED 165 Overview of Massage Therapy

WED 215 Self-Care for Health Care Providers

HCC 130 Fundamentals in Healthcare Delivery

HCC 145AA Medical Terminology for Health Care Workers

BIO 160 Intro to Human Anatomy and Physiology (Lecture & Lab)

Orientation & Enrollment

Welcome to Phoenix College’s Therapeutic

Massage Program! If you are interested

in our program, please attend an

Orientation, then fill out the

admission forms to

be enrolled into

Phoenix

College.

Complete Prerequisites

Register for the six prerequisite courses

listed below. These courses must be

completed with a grade of “C” or

better prior to being accepted

into the Core program.

Submit Documents & Apply

Once you have successfully completed all

the prerequisite classes, you will need

to gather several documents and

apply to the Core program.

You will also interview

with the Program

Director.

Application Documents

You may begin to submit these documents while

you are still completing your prerequisites.

Completed Application Form

Any applicable, unofficial transcripts

Copy of GED or High School Diploma

Schedule an interview appointment

Once you are accepted into the Core program, you

will be given instructions on when to gather the

following documentation:

Completed Health Declaration Form to include

MMR & Varicella immunization

Recent TB skin test

Hepatitis B immunization or waiver

Tetanus Diphtheria

Fingerprint Clearance Card

Proof of Health Care Provider CPR certification

Drug Screening results

All submissions and inquiries need to be

directed to the Program Director, Nikki Albert

nikki.albert@phoenixcollege.edu

Center for Excellence in Healthcare HE360 3144 N. 7th Ave, Phx. AZ 85013

602.285.7649

Program application, locations for immunizations and

CPR, and other forms you will need can be found on our

website: www.phoenixcollege.edu/massage

Take “The CORE” Program

You made it! You’ve arrived at the “hands on”

portion of the program you’ve been so

diligently working towards. The

Core courses span two

semesters.

Register for the

appropriate group of

Core courses:

Semester 1

WED 230 Massage Practice I

WED 231 Massage Practice II

WED 250 Practicum

Semester 2

WED 204 Establishing a Massage Practice

WED 232 Massage Practice III

WED 250 Practicum (continued)

Oh yes, there is one more step…

Go get your license!!

Are you ready for this!?

Orientations are

held on the second

Wednesday of the month

at 5:30 p.m. in the Center for Excellence in

Healthcare Education building

3144 N. 7th Ave, Phx, AZ 85013

Admissions — To fill out the admission forms, visit

Admissions & Records in the AR Bldg., call 602.285.7777, or

online at my.maricopa.edu.

Registration — We offer several ways to register for classes:

Online at my.maricopa.edu

Walk-In at the A&R counter in the AR Building

Telephone / Operator Assisted — 602.285.7777

Fax — 602.285.7813

Mail to: Phoenix College

1202 W. Thomas Road

Phoenix, AZ 85013

These and many other student services

can be done online such as pay for classes,

apply for financial aid, view your

schedules and grades, obtain your transcripts, and many

more. To take advantage of this convenient tool, you will

first need to set up a student account. To do this, visit our

homepage at www.pc.maricopa.edu, click on

my.maricopa.edu, and get linked-in with us!

Electives

You will also need to take elective credits, which can be

taken at any time, even with prerequisites if you wish:

4 credits of electives for Certificate

8 credits of electives for AAS degree

Choose from a variety of categories using the list below.

(Additional classes may be included)

Category I — General

HES 100 Healthful Living (3)

HES 271 Prevention/Treatment of Athletic Injuries (3)

Category II — Hands-On

WED120 Anatomy Refresher-Upper Body (1)

WED125 Reiki: Healing and Symbols (2)

WED135 Gentle Touch for Individuals Living w/Cancer (2)

WED145 Hand and Foot Massage (1)

WED 210 Sports Massage (2)

WED225 Reiki: Master Level and Teacher Training (2)

Category III — Specialty Exploration

WED 162 Meditation & Wellness (1)

WED 172 Herbal Remedies (1)

WED 176 Flower Essences (1)

WED 218 Aromatherapy (1)

WED195AB Special Topics: Lomi Flow (1)

WED 297AA Special Topics: Myofascial Release (1)

Category IV — Physical Activity

PED Tai Chi (1) PED Yoga (1)

PED Aikido (1) PED Pilates (1)

PED 202YJ Yoga (1)

Quick View of Course Requirements

Certificate Program

15 credits of Prerequisites

24 credits of Core classes and practicum

4 credits of Restricted Electives

Associate in Applied Science Degree

15 credits of Prerequisites

24 credits of Core classes and practicum

8 credits of Restricted Electives

* 21 credits of General Education classes

* If you are interested in pursuing your AAS

in Therapeutic Massage, please let us know at any time. We will be happy to assist you through the General Education process in order to complete your degree.

“Massage is the study of anatomy in Braille.” — Jack Meagher

Orientation Dates

2019 2020

January 8

February 12

March 11

April 8

May 13

June 10

August 12

September 9

October 14

No Orientation in July.

NOTE: Numbers in ( ) indicate credits.

February 13

March 6

April 10

May 8

June 12

August 14

September 11

October 9

November 13

December 11