One of the world's oldest healing arts is massage, and records date back almost 3000 years revealing the value of massage therapy as a remedy for joint and circulatory ailments.
As then, the benefits of massage therapy today are numerous and far-reaching in a world that threatens not to slow down.
Massage Therapy is an integral part of many modern rehabilitation programs for such ailments as lower back pain, arthritis, fatigue, high blood pressure, diabetes, infertility, depression and many more. Massage therapy can also help relieve the stress and tensions of everyday living.
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Massage Therapy Training Programs at Everest University North Orlando provide the necessary and basic tools, ethics, and behaviors that are needed to successfully practice the trade in a variety of health care venues. Your coursework will cover anatomy and physiology, massage fundamentals and more. Upon successful completion of the program at the North Orlando campus, you'll be qualified to seek entry-level employment as industry positions become available.
Massage Therapy Employment Opportunities can vary greatly depending on the number of techniques offered, level of experience, and the location of the country in which the practitioner is working. The US Department of Labor projects employment for professional therapists will increase on average 24% through 2014*.
Taking program coursework at Everest University North Orlando means you can get the health care training essentials you need and get on with your life in as little as 9 months in some programs**.
Massage Therapy Careers Include:
• Medical and Rehab Clinics
• Health Spas
• Fitness Centers
• Tourist Destinations
• Cruise Ships
• And more
If you dream of working in a field that serves to help make people feel and become better, why not contact Everest University North Orlando today to learn more about how we can help you realize your education goals at this stage of your life.
*Department of Labor Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2008-2009 Edition. Your local market data likely differs from these statistics.
**Programs and program length may vary by campus.
