Credential: Diploma
Program Length: 9 months
Start Date: Monthly
Campuses: Riverside Campus & Huntington Park Campus & Santa Ana Campus
Email: [email protected]
Telephone: (888) 430-4224
* Note: For additional course details and campus locations see Program Outline.
The Massage Therapist & Physical Therapy Aide program offered by American College of Healthcare and Technology (ACHT) in Riverside and Huntington Park, CA, is a unique program with two majors; Physical Therapy Aide and Massage Therapist. Do you want a career that enhances the lives of others? Physical therapy aides and massage therapists are important members of the health care field which helps patients improve mobility, relieve pain and prevent or lessen disabilities.
The key characteristics of a person entering either of these careers is a commitment to the service of others, willingness to provide quality health care as a part of a healthcare team, and an interest in the day-to-day operations of a modern health care facility. Having an empathetic personality and strong communication skills also go a long way in creating a trusting relationship with clients or patients.
Physical Therapy Aides are non-licensed persons working under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. They help make therapy sessions more productive, by putting on and removing supportive devices, providing routine treatments, such as diathermy, hydrotherapy, applying hot and cold packs and paraffin bath. They also assist patients with the practice of exercises that are to improve patient mobility, relieve pain and prevent or lessen disabilities.
Employment is expected to grow faster than average because of increasing demand for physical therapy services.
Employment of Physical Therapy Aides is expected to increase 43% from 2010-2020, and in California Physical Therapy Aides earn a mean wage of $17,270 to $34,670, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, May 2012.
Employment is expected to grow faster than average because of increasing demand for physical therapy services.
Employment of Physical Therapy Aides is expected to increase 43% from 2010-2020, and in California Physical Therapy Aides earn a mean wage of $17,270 to $34,670, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, May 2012.
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Massage therapy is known as the practice of using touch to manipulate the soft-tissue muscles of the body. It is used for a multitude of reasons, including treating painful ailments, decompressing tired and overworked muscles, reducing stress, rehabilitating sports injuries, and promoting general health. Massage therapists give massage treatments using their hands and specialized tools to alleviate pain, aid in rehabilitation, or to promote relaxation.Massage therapists work by appointment, which can range from 5 or 10 minutes and can last for up to 2 hours. Many Massage Therapists like to conduct an informal review with the client prior to the session, in order to learn the person’s medical history and desired results from the massage. Massage therapists work in both private and public settings, and often travel to clients’ offices or homes to provide a massage.
Massage therapists can specialize in more than 80 different types of massage, called modalities, including but not limited to:
Most massage therapists specialize in several different modalities, which require different techniques. Some range the length of the body part and use long, exaggerated strokes, while others use fast, short strokes with a cupped or closed hand.
The acceptance of Massage Therapy by mainstream health care organizations and society at large has created a multitude of opportunities for massage therapists. From 2010 to 2020, employment among Massage Therapists has been projected to rise by 20%, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics. Opportunities are available and growing for those individuals who complete formal training programs and pass a professionally recognized examination.
Additionally, there has been continued growth in the demand for massage services, which will undoubtedly lead to new openings for massage therapists. The number of spas, which employ a large number of therapists, has increased in recent years and is expected to continue to do so. At the same time, the number of massage clinic franchises has been growing in recent years. Many of these offer massages cheaper than at resorts and spas, making Massage Therapy available to a wider range of customers.
Graduates of ACHT’s Massage Therapy program can choose to work in a variety of locations, including (but not limited to):
In California, Massage Therapists earn a mean wage of $39,770 to $52,000, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, May 2012.
Massage Therapy licensure requirements differ based on the state in question. In states with Massage Therapy regulations, workers must graduate from a training program and obtain a license prior to practicing a massage. Typically, a Massage Therapist must pass an examination to obtain a license.
There are two types of certification tests offered by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB):
Both of the above exams are multiple-choice. In order to sit for either of the exams, a candidate must have received at least 500 hours of supervised instruction and graduated from an accredited school.
Massage therapy licensure boards decide which certifications and tests to accept on a State-by-State basis. In states that use the National Certification Examination (NCE), if a Massage Therapist has passed the appropriate exam in one state, he or she can apply for licensing in another state without having to re-take the test. In states that do not use the NCE, even if a Massage Therapist in another state, he or she is required to either take that state’s test or apply for reciprocity, which is typically granted on a case-by-case basis. Reciprocity refers to the exchange, recognition or enforcement of licenses, privileges or obligations between states of the US or between nations.
Fill out a short online form here to get your free info package.
Call 1-888-430-4224 to speak to a friendly admissions representative. They are standing by to answer all your questions.
Want to check out our campus in Riverside or Huntington Park? Call 1-888-430-4224 to schedule a free, no obligation tour today.
Riverside Campus
11801 Pierce St., Ste. 100
Riverside, CA 92505
Toll-free: (888) 430-4224
Local: (951) 729-5320
Huntington Park Campus
6330 Pacific Blvd.
Suite 201
Huntington Park, CA 90255
Toll-free: (888) 430-4224
Local: (323) 585-9000
Santa Ana Campus
1840 E. 17th Street,
Santa Ana, CA 92705
Phone: 949-429-0180
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