Blue Cliff College
Massage is the manipulation of soft tissue, connective tissue, and the balancing of body energy for the purpose of maintaining good health and good physical condition.
Massage Therapy is both a Science and an Art Form. As a science, Massage Therapy increases body awareness, corrects system imbalances, assists in relaxation, reduces stress, increases vitality and promotes a sense of well-being. As an art form, Massage Therapy facilitates a positive exchange of mental, emotional, and spiritual energies which promotes holistic healing.
A Career in Massage Therapy
As one of the fastest growing health-care professions in the country, opportunities for the Massage Therapist are plentiful and diverse.
GROWING CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Massage Offices & Private Practice
Group Practice
Home Offices
Physicians' Offices & Clinics
Hospitals & Wellness Centers
Nursing Homes/Hospices
Chiropractic Offices
Pain Management Centers
On site Locations (In Offices, Airports, Public Events, Etc)
Health Clubs & Fitness Centers
Sports Teams & Events
Spas & Resorts
Hotels
Beauty And Hair Salons
Cruise Ships
BENEFITS OF YOUR CAREER IN MASSAGE:
Developing a Meaningful Career with New Job Skills and Abilities.
Reduced Levels of Stress on and off the job.
Financial Independence and Personal Growth.
Working with other Professionals in a Health-Care Environment.
Facilitating Others to Feel and Live Better.
Requirements and Supplies
Most textbooks are included in the cost of the program. Additional books which may be checked out to students for use in classes are to be kept neat and clean and returned as directed. Retail cost for a new book will be charged to a student who damages or loses a book. In addition, a $10 administrative restocking fee may be charged
Students are required to supply their own sets of linens (twin-sized fitted and flat sheets, with pillowcase, are recommended), towels and/or bolsters, and massage lotion or oil for class, Supervised Clinical Practice, athletic events and community service. For Shiatsu classes, students may be required to have Tiger Balm and ion pellets which are available in the retail center. Additional supplies may be listed in the syllabi of the courses. Estimated costs for supplies include $35 to $50 for massage lubricants, $6 for tiger balm and/or moxa, hydrotherapy supplies $15 to $20, $45 for a several sets of sheets, $35 for a bolster, and $500 to $700 for a massage table.
Blue Cliff College provides massage tables, massage chairs, and any other equipment required for classroom purposes. Each student is required to provide his or her own massage table for use outside of the classroom. Massage chairs may be borrowed from the school for use in community service events where applicable.
Dress Code and Policies
Proper attire includes scrub pants and a Blue Cliff College golf shirt for all classes (see “Fees and Tuition”). Modesty and good taste are considered the principle guideline for students while on campus. Standards of grooming, including hairstyle and dress, especially relating to clinic interaction, have been adopted and are discussed at orientation including the color of the scrub pants. All jewelry will be removed for hygiene and safety reasons when in clinic or technique classes.
It is the student's responsibility to comply with the dress code. Failure to comply with the dress code may result in reprimand, probation, suspension, dismissal, and/or required compliance (see “Student Responsibility”). Please check the bulletin board for policy updates.
Students will not be allowed to attend class and receive credit for time if the student fails to wear proper attire. There will be no exceptions, and anyone not following the dress code will not be allowed to participate in class and will not receive credit for attendance.
A specific dress code exists for Supervised Clinical Practice and must be followed at all times.
There will be no exceptions, and anyone not following the dress code will not be allowed to participate in the clinic and will not receive credit for attendance.
Massage Therapy Diploma
The Massage Therapy Diploma program provides a solid foundation in anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology which form the basis for training in specific massage techniques. Hands-on techniques include Swedish Massage, Deep Tissue, Neuromuscular Therapy, Sports Massage, Basic Shiatsu, and Supervised Clinical Practice. The diploma program prepares the student for entry level positions in the massage therapy industry. (Start new paragraph)
Our graduates pursue a variety of jobs including private practice, athletic team massage therapist, massage therapist in a hospital, athletic club massage therapist, on-site massage therapist, massage therapist in a hair salon, assistant to physical therapists or chiropractors, and massage therapist on cruise ships.
Successful completion of this diploma program qualifies the graduate for massage therapy licensure or registry in both Louisiana and Mississippi and provides eligibility to sit for the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork Examination. Both states require fewer than the total contact hours included in the diploma program. Blue Cliff College offers day and night schedules to accommodate almost any lifestyle or work routine. The normal completion time for the day program is nine (9) months, and, for the evening program, fifteen (15) months. Class schedules are provided as an addendum to this catalog (see “Greeting” letter). The diploma program requires the completion of 52 quarter credits. A Diploma will be awarded upon successful completion of the program.
Contact us today for more information about our Massage Therapy program .
Associates in Occupational Studies Degree MT
The Associate in Occupational Studies Degree in Massage Therapy program expands the training provided in the diploma program. Courses in the associate degree program broaden the scope of massage technique training provided and adds courses in general education to provide a well rounded massage therapist trained in management and communication. The associate degree program prepares the student for entry level positions in the massage therapy industry and provides additional training for future spa managers and business owners. (Start new paragraph)
Our graduates pursue a variety of jobs including private practice, athletic team massage therapist, massage therapist in a hospital, athletic club massage therapist, on-site massage therapist, massage therapist in a hair salon, assistant to physical therapists or chiropractors, and massage therapist on cruise ships. The normal completion time for the day program is eighteen (18) months, and, for the evening program, twenty-seven (27) months. Graduates from the Associate in Occupational Studies Degree in Massage Therapy must complete and earn a total of 96 quarter credits including credits earned in a diploma program and will be awarded an Associate in Occupational Studies Degree in Massage Therapy. At a minimum, the final 25% of the required 96 quarter credits must be completed at Blue Cliff College.
Baton Rouge, LA
6160 Perkins Rd., Ste. 200
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
800-517-9326
Houma, LA
803 Barrow St.
Houma, LA 70360
800-511-9506
Lafayette, LA
100 Asma Blvd., Ste. 350
Lafayette, LA 70508
800-514-2609
Metairie, LA
3501 Severn Ave., Ste. 20
Metairie, LA 70002
800-517-8176
Shreveport, LA
200 N. Thomas Dr., Ste. A
Shreveport, LA 71107
800-516-6597
Gulfport, MS
2200 25th Ave..
Gulfport, MS 39501
800-514-0469
Fayetteville, AR
White River School of Massage
2503 Hiram Davis Place
Fayetteville, AR 72703
800-960-3346
Massage is the manipulation of soft tissue, connective tissue, and the balancing of body energy for the purpose of maintaining good health and good physical condition.
Massage Therapy is both a Science and an Art Form. As a science, Massage Therapy increases body awareness, corrects system imbalances, assists in relaxation, reduces stress, increases vitality and promotes a sense of well-being. As an art form, Massage Therapy facilitates a positive exchange of mental, emotional, and spiritual energies which promotes holistic healing.
A Career in Massage Therapy
As one of the fastest growing health-care professions in the country, opportunities for the Massage Therapist are plentiful and diverse.
GROWING CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Massage Offices & Private Practice
Group Practice
Home Offices
Physicians' Offices & Clinics
Hospitals & Wellness Centers
Nursing Homes/Hospices
Chiropractic Offices
Pain Management Centers
On site Locations (In Offices, Airports, Public Events, Etc)
Health Clubs & Fitness Centers
Sports Teams & Events
Spas & Resorts
Hotels
Beauty And Hair Salons
Cruise Ships
BENEFITS OF YOUR CAREER IN MASSAGE:
Developing a Meaningful Career with New Job Skills and Abilities.
Reduced Levels of Stress on and off the job.
Financial Independence and Personal Growth.
Working with other Professionals in a Health-Care Environment.
Facilitating Others to Feel and Live Better.
Requirements and Supplies
Most textbooks are included in the cost of the program. Additional books which may be checked out to students for use in classes are to be kept neat and clean and returned as directed. Retail cost for a new book will be charged to a student who damages or loses a book. In addition, a $10 administrative restocking fee may be charged
Students are required to supply their own sets of linens (twin-sized fitted and flat sheets, with pillowcase, are recommended), towels and/or bolsters, and massage lotion or oil for class, Supervised Clinical Practice, athletic events and community service. For Shiatsu classes, students may be required to have Tiger Balm and ion pellets which are available in the retail center. Additional supplies may be listed in the syllabi of the courses. Estimated costs for supplies include $35 to $50 for massage lubricants, $6 for tiger balm and/or moxa, hydrotherapy supplies $15 to $20, $45 for a several sets of sheets, $35 for a bolster, and $500 to $700 for a massage table.
Blue Cliff College provides massage tables, massage chairs, and any other equipment required for classroom purposes. Each student is required to provide his or her own massage table for use outside of the classroom. Massage chairs may be borrowed from the school for use in community service events where applicable.
Dress Code and Policies
Proper attire includes scrub pants and a Blue Cliff College golf shirt for all classes (see “Fees and Tuition”). Modesty and good taste are considered the principle guideline for students while on campus. Standards of grooming, including hairstyle and dress, especially relating to clinic interaction, have been adopted and are discussed at orientation including the color of the scrub pants. All jewelry will be removed for hygiene and safety reasons when in clinic or technique classes.
It is the student's responsibility to comply with the dress code. Failure to comply with the dress code may result in reprimand, probation, suspension, dismissal, and/or required compliance (see “Student Responsibility”). Please check the bulletin board for policy updates.
Students will not be allowed to attend class and receive credit for time if the student fails to wear proper attire. There will be no exceptions, and anyone not following the dress code will not be allowed to participate in class and will not receive credit for attendance.
A specific dress code exists for Supervised Clinical Practice and must be followed at all times.
There will be no exceptions, and anyone not following the dress code will not be allowed to participate in the clinic and will not receive credit for attendance.
Massage Therapy Diploma
The Massage Therapy Diploma program provides a solid foundation in anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology which form the basis for training in specific massage techniques. Hands-on techniques include Swedish Massage, Deep Tissue, Neuromuscular Therapy, Sports Massage, Basic Shiatsu, and Supervised Clinical Practice. The diploma program prepares the student for entry level positions in the massage therapy industry. (Start new paragraph)
Our graduates pursue a variety of jobs including private practice, athletic team massage therapist, massage therapist in a hospital, athletic club massage therapist, on-site massage therapist, massage therapist in a hair salon, assistant to physical therapists or chiropractors, and massage therapist on cruise ships.
Successful completion of this diploma program qualifies the graduate for massage therapy licensure or registry in both Louisiana and Mississippi and provides eligibility to sit for the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork Examination. Both states require fewer than the total contact hours included in the diploma program. Blue Cliff College offers day and night schedules to accommodate almost any lifestyle or work routine. The normal completion time for the day program is nine (9) months, and, for the evening program, fifteen (15) months. Class schedules are provided as an addendum to this catalog (see “Greeting” letter). The diploma program requires the completion of 52 quarter credits. A Diploma will be awarded upon successful completion of the program.
Contact us today for more information about our Massage Therapy program .
Associates in Occupational Studies Degree MT
The Associate in Occupational Studies Degree in Massage Therapy program expands the training provided in the diploma program. Courses in the associate degree program broaden the scope of massage technique training provided and adds courses in general education to provide a well rounded massage therapist trained in management and communication. The associate degree program prepares the student for entry level positions in the massage therapy industry and provides additional training for future spa managers and business owners. (Start new paragraph)
Our graduates pursue a variety of jobs including private practice, athletic team massage therapist, massage therapist in a hospital, athletic club massage therapist, on-site massage therapist, massage therapist in a hair salon, assistant to physical therapists or chiropractors, and massage therapist on cruise ships. The normal completion time for the day program is eighteen (18) months, and, for the evening program, twenty-seven (27) months. Graduates from the Associate in Occupational Studies Degree in Massage Therapy must complete and earn a total of 96 quarter credits including credits earned in a diploma program and will be awarded an Associate in Occupational Studies Degree in Massage Therapy. At a minimum, the final 25% of the required 96 quarter credits must be completed at Blue Cliff College.
Baton Rouge, LA
6160 Perkins Rd., Ste. 200
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
800-517-9326
Houma, LA
803 Barrow St.
Houma, LA 70360
800-511-9506
Lafayette, LA
100 Asma Blvd., Ste. 350
Lafayette, LA 70508
800-514-2609
Metairie, LA
3501 Severn Ave., Ste. 20
Metairie, LA 70002
800-517-8176
Shreveport, LA
200 N. Thomas Dr., Ste. A
Shreveport, LA 71107
800-516-6597
Gulfport, MS
2200 25th Ave..
Gulfport, MS 39501
800-514-0469
Fayetteville, AR
White River School of Massage
2503 Hiram Davis Place
Fayetteville, AR 72703
800-960-3346