Program

Our academic program at Rooted School of Massage & Wellness Center, LLC is an extensive 700-hour massage therapy program designed for students wishing to gain licensure in the massage therapy field. This program includes training in five major areas: anatomy and physiology of the human body, massage theory and practice, pathology and treatment, kinesiology, and clinical business practices.

Interested in becoming a massage therapist?

Timeline

Students will complete the program in approximately 11 months. Upon program completion, students will take the MBLEx. Massage therapy is a career that is in high demand. Job placement can happen fairly quickly once students complete the program.

Instructional Days

Morning Sessions

Monday - Thursday 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Evening Sessions

Monday - Thursday 5:30 - 9:30 p.m.

Weekend Sessions

Not currently offered, but will be added to the calendar as needed

class schedules will be posted once available

Program Requirements

85% minimum attendance rate

75% minimum GPA

Students must arrive to class on time and prepared to begin at the start of class.

Dress code

Students must dress appropriately for business and clinical settings. Tank tops are not to be worn during class or clinical hours.

Important Information

Tuition includes regular program instruction and administration. Absences, unsatisfactory academic performance, and disciplinary actions create additional administrative costs, which will be passed on to the student in the form of administrative fees. These fees are detailed in the student handbook.

We are unable to assist in job placement upon graduation. However, we often network with local clinics and chiropractic offices about open positions. We will share this information with students when available.

Course Listing

  • This course provides a tour of the body, chemistry, and cells. We will study all systems of the body, disease in relation to bodywork, indications and contraindications for bodywork, and appropriateness of massage for specific medical conditions.

  • This course studies muscle identification and understanding. We will delve into origin, insertion and action, bones, ligaments, tendons, joints, and more. We utilize a wide variety of methods addressing all learning styles to ensure a complete understanding of the muscles.

  • This course is a large portion of our curriculum. We will cover the history of massage, equipment, self-care, postural analysis, basic and advanced techniques (trigger point therapy, myofascial release, manual lymphatic drainage, and soft tissue release).

    Additional modalities taught include pregnancy massage, sports massage, chair massage, and outside athletic events (such as local marathons or fun runs).

  • This course will build upon the kinesiology and anatomy concepts from earlier courses and will allow students to connect the concepts of theory and practice. Students will learn how the body functions, what causes dysfunction, and how to return it to regular function again.

  • We not only prepare our students to be effective massage therapists, but also provide the skills needed to have a long and prosperous career. Our students prepare to work in a variety of environments, including becoming self-employed and finding positions in private clinics.

    We offer opportunities to meet and mentor with practicing massage therapists.

    Course work includes boundaries, ethics, marketing, insurance billing, laws, and financial management.

  • First Aid

    CPR Certification

  • The student clinic allows students to experience a real-life simulated clinic experience under the guidance of their instructor. This offering is open for the public to book appointments with students a discounted rates.