Massage Therapy Program at Stautzenberger College, Brecksville

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Have you been told that you have “the magic touch?”

The Massage Therapy program at Stautzenberger College, Brecksville



Are you a sports fan who has always craved working in the industry? Have you always wanted to work as a licensed massage therapist in a spa or medical office? Have you ever dreamed of setting your own hours or working from home? Licensed massage therapists can choose from a wide variety of work environments and clientele. For instance, you may specialize in Swedish massage and work in a spa or salon or you may opt for sports massage and help athletes get off the bench and back onto the field!

Put those helping hands to work with a career in Massage Therapy. An Associate Degree in Massage Therapy from Stautzenberger College, Brecksville will tap into your passion for holistic healing and train you to help others through the power of touch! At Stautzenberger College, we provide personalized, hands-on training in the skills and knowledge necessary to assist you to succeed. As a Stautzenberger College graduate, you’ll also have the skills needed to launch a your own successful business. Join this growing field today.

Click for a glimpse into the career of a massage therapist. For information on how criminal convictions may impair your ability to become licensed in this field, please click here; for a brief summary, click here.

Take a closer look at the Massage Therapy Program courses at Stautzenberger College, Brecksville.

Consumer Information for the Massage Therapy Program

ACICS *

The following information is derived from data submitted to the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools in the College’s 2010-2011 Campus Assessment Report (CAR). This data represents an aggregate picture of the performance of this program across all Stautzenberger College campuses.

Median Loan Debt:

The median Title IV loan debt for Stautzenberger College students (across all campuses) for the Massage Therapy Associate Degree Program is $30,758.75 for the 2010-2011 academic year. (The median private and institutional loan debt for this program are 0.) This figure represents all funds borrowed by students in this program during that academic year, including monies to support these students during their time as students. It is not limited to the cost of tuition and fees for this program.

On-time Completion Rate:

Within the Massage Therapy Program, 80% have graduated within the 24 months allotted to complete the program by a student attending full-time. Students attending part-time will generally take longer to complete the program. As of June 30, 2010, Stautenberger College, Brecksville had not had any graduates of this program.

Placement: 42.9%

State of Ohio *

The following information is derived from data submitted to the Ohio State Board of Career Colleges and Schools in the College's 2010-2011 Annual Report. This data represents an aggregate picture of the performance of this program across all Stautzenberger College campuses.

Placement: 42.9%

* The placement rates disclosed above reflect historical outcomes for this program. That is, they reflect the College’s ability to place its graduates in prior years. This data is, therefore, always dated. Please bear in mind that many factors (both in a given individual’s life and in a given market) impact whether a graduate secures or chooses to secure employment in field or in a related field after graduation. These rates are not a promise of future employment, nor should you rely upon them as such. These rates are only intended to assist you in comparing student outcomes at colleges you are considering.

Career Summary

This program is designed to prepare the student to take the Ohio State Licensure Exam for Massage Therapists, and to work in positions with such titles as massage therapist, licensed massage therapist, registered massage therapist, certified massage therapist, licensed massage practitioner, certified massage practitioner, or ethical massage practitioner (SOC Code 31-9011). http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/31-9011.00

Click to see your earnings potential* as a massage therapist in Northeast Ohio.
* Incomes provided by Salary.com represent industry averages. Actual income may vary by employer, experience and skill level.

National Certification Board of Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB)

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The National Certification Board of Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork has awarded Stautzenberger College, Brecksville as an Assigned School. Thus allowing student who choose this option to become nationally certified. NCBTMB works with educational institutions to ensure that the schools’ programs reflect national standards of excellence.

The National Certification Board of Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork is an independent, private, nonprofit organization established to set high standards of ethical and professional practice through a recognized, credible credentialing program. NCBTMB certifies massage therapists and bodyworkers on behalf of the profession, and for the benefit of consumers, employers and practitioners. Currently, there are nearly 90,000 nationally certified practitioners – and NCBTMB examinations are used/recognized in statute or rule by 38 states, plus the District of Columbia. www.ncbtmb.org

Summary of Estimated Massage Therapy Program Costs
(Academic Year 2011-2012)

Total Estimated Tuition and Fees - $25,238
Total Estimated Book, Materials and Equipment Costs - $2,810
Estimated Grand Total - $28,048.00

For a detailed breakdown of the estimated cost of this program, please click here.

Where will you be in two years?

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Paralegal Studies
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Veterinary Technology
Stautzenberger College, Brecksville is approved by the State Board of Career Colleges and Schools to offer Associate Degrees in Broadcast Captioning, Business and Entrepreneurial Management, Court Reporting, Massage Therapy, Medical Assisting, Paralegal Studies, and Veterinary Technician.

The College is also approved by the State Board of Career Colleges and Schools to offer a Diploma in Medical Assisting.

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