Are you looking for a career where you can help others feel better by relieving their pain and stress? If so, Montco’s Massage Therapy program is for you. This comprehensive program will provide you with the education, skills and practical experience you need to pursue a rewarding career.
Designed to help you successfully pass the State Board of Massage Therapy’s approved licensure examination, the program is available in a full- or part-time format.
In addition to practicing the proper massage protocols, you'll learn business fundamentals, anatomy and physiology, kinesiology, history of massage, body mechanics, massage techniques and rehabilitative aspects of massage.
Program Details
Full-Time Schedule
September 23, 2024 – March 14, 2025
Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Friday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Part-Time Schedule
September 23, 2024 – September 11, 2025
Mondays, Wednesdays, and alternating Thursdays, 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
In addition to the schedule, clinical rotations occur outside of scheduled class time for both full and part-time classes.
Cost & Requirements
- $7,950 (includes books & supplies); financial aid is available
- Clinical rotations require 50 hours of hands on practice that occurs outside of regularly scheduled class time.
- Uniforms are required
Cost of Attendance
Understanding the cost of attending Montgomery County Community College is important. There are direct costs, such as tuition and fees that are paid to the College, and indirect costs that may be incurred by the student as a result of attending college. The combination of direct and indirect costs comprise the cost of attendance used to determine eligibility for financial aid funding and can be used by students and their families to plan their finances. Your total financial aid package cannot exceed the cost of attendance. Awards that make up a financial aid package include grants, scholarships, loans, work-study, and scholarships from private organizations.
Cost of Attendance
| estimated 9-month components in the cost of attendance | |
|---|---|
| $1,500 | Personal Expenses An allowance, as determined by the institution for miscellaneous personal expenses, such as cell phone, laundry, clothing, childcare, etc. |
| $8,192 | Living Expenses An allowance for food and housing costs, as determined by the institution, to be incurred by the student attending the institution on at least a half-time basis. |
| $2,048 | Transportation An allowance, as determined by the institution, which may include transportation between campus, residences, and place of work. |
| $35 | Average Direct Loan Fees |
Cost of Attendance Examples:
Select your living situation and review an estimated Cost of Attendance (COA) breakdown as a student at Montgomery County Community College.
Full-time Massage Therapy student living in own residence
| An estimated cost of attendance for a full-time, 6-month massage therapy student living in their own residence might be: | ||
| Tuition & Fees (includes Books & Supplies) | Direct Cost | $7,950 |
| Average Direct Loan Fees | Indirect Cost | $35 |
| Personal Expenses | Indirect Cost | $1,500 |
| Transportation | Indirect Cost | $2.048 |
| Living Expenses | Indirect Cost | $8,192 |
| Total | $19,725 | |
Part-time Massage Therapy student living in own residence
| An estimated cost of attendance for a Part-time, 12-month massage therapy student living in their own Residence, might be: | ||
| Tuition & Fees (includes Books & Supplies | Direct Cost | $7.950 |
| Average Direct Loan Fees | Indirect Cost | $35 |
| Personal Expenses | Indirect Cost | $3,000 |
| Transportation | Indirect Cost | $4,096 |
| Living Expenses | Indirect Cost | $16,384 |
| Total | $31,465 | |
Full-time Massage Therapy student living with parent(s)
| An estimated cost of attendance for a Full-time, 6-month massage therapy student living with parent(s), might be: | ||
| Tuition & Fees (includes Books & Supplies) | Direct Cost | $7.950 |
| Average Direct Loan Fees | Indirect Cost | $35 |
| Personal Expenses | Indirect Cost | $1,500 |
| Transportation | Indirect Cost | $2,048 |
| Living Expenses | Indirect Cost | $4,096 |
| Total | $15,629 | |
Part-time Massage Therapy student living with parent(s)
| An estimated cost of attendance for a part-time, 12-month massage therapy student living with parent(s), might be: | ||
| Tuition & Fees (includes Books & Supplies) | Direct Cost | $7.950 |
| Average Direct Loan Fees | Indirect Cost | $35 |
| Personal Expenses | Indirect Cost | $3,000 |
| Transportation | Indirect Cost | $4,096 |
| Living Expenses | Indirect Cost | $8,192 |
| Total | $23,273 | |
Job Outlook**
- Employment is projected to grow 22 percent from 2014 to 2024
- Growth is higher than average for all occupations
- Increase in demand for these services will lead to new openings
Work Environment*
- Massage therapists work in an array of settings, including spas, franchised clinics, physicians’ offices, hotels and fitness centers.
- Some massage therapists may travel to client’s homes or offices.
For more information and to register, call 215-641-6509 or email massage@mc3.edu.
**U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics
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