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At Globe University/Minnesota School of Business (GU/MSB)-Woodbury, massage therapy programs provide training that prepares students for rewarding careers. Our associate’s degree and college diploma programs include the hands-on training and science-based instruction that employers value. To learn whether a career in massage therapy is right for you, contact our Woodbury campus. Call 651-730-5100 or send an e-mail to speak with a representative who will help you evaluate your options.
Choosing the right college program – which one is for you?
Associate in Applied Science in Massage Therapy (AAS) is a two-year program. The 60-credit core requirements include fundamental and advanced training in massage techniques. Students also complete 30 credits of general education classes.
Massage Therapy Diploma students complete 48 college credits in massage techniques and related training, and at graduation are qualified for entry-level positions as massage therapists.
Continuing education credits (CECs) are available to experienced massage therapists who enroll in single classes.
Experienced instructors and practical training
Our Woodbury massage therapy students receive hands-on training and education in a variety of massage techniques, including Swedish massage, hot stone massage, deep tissue massage, Thai massage, sports massage and myofascial release. Our instructors are either Nationally Certified or have received a pass on the Massage and Body Work Licensing Exam. Our massage instructors have extensive experience in a variety of clinic, spa and salon settings. They teach in our well-equipped massage room, and students are not charged for the use of massage tables, linens, oils and lotions. Students have opportunities to treat members of the public before their massage externships; for information about our clinics or an appointment, call 612-436-8550.
Certification training and licensing exam preparation
Our associate degree and diploma programs prepare students for the following massage therapy exams:
- National Certification Board of Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCETM)
- Federation of States Massage Therapy Board (FSMTB) MBLEx licensing exam
In addition, they are eligible for membership in the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA) and the Association of Bodywork and Massage Professionals (ABMP).
Career opportunities for massage therapy graduates
Our massage therapy degree and diploma graduates are ready for jobs in:
- Massage clinics
- Wellness centers
- Spas
- Hospitals
- Chiropractic clinics
- Physical therapy centers
If you think a career in massage therapy might be right for you, contact Globe University/Minnesota School of Business in Woodbury, MN. Call us at 651-730-5100 or send an e-mail to schedule an appointment with a representative who will help you choose the right college program.
Globe University/ Minnesota School of Business (GU/MSB) in Woodbury is one of 13 locations that are also part of the Globe Education Network. Other members include Utah Career College , Institute of Production and Recording (Edina, MN), Minnesota School of Cosmetology, and the Duluth Business University. Globe Education Network provides academic and operational support and manages shared resources that benefit students. Through approved consortium agreements, students are able to earn credit for coursework from member schools.