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Massage Therapy, A.A.S.

Niagara County Community College · Sanborn, NY

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Program
Award
A.A.S.
Credential class
ceterms:AssociateDegree
Catalog edition
2026-2027 Student Catalog
Checklist type
degree-program
Description
Massage therapy is a very rewarding career. The licensed massage therapist (LMT) plays an important role in the wellness of their clients. Massage therapy is the manipulation of muscles and other soft tissues of the body (by stroking, kneading, or rubbing with one or both hands or with the use of an instrument) for therapeutic purposes. Clients of the LMT benefit from decreased stress and increased relaxation, reduced pain, decreased muscle soreness and tension, improved circulation, improved energy and alertness, lowered heart rate and blood pressure, and improved immune function. Graduates of the program may pursue self-employment or may obtain positions in a variety of settings including: private practice, group practices, spas, salons, chiropractic offices, gyms, health and athletic clubs, hotels, resorts, medical offices, holistic centers, hospitals, rehabilitation centers, cruise ships and more.
Identifiers
IPEDS UNITID
193946
CourseShelf checklist
CK_193946_52d3e941
CollegeTransfer.Net
Institution Transfer Profile
Source
CourseShelf publish 61

Requirements to complete

Every course or condition the catalog lists, in the catalog's order.

Program Requirements (MASS)

10 items
  1. The total of at least 64-credit hours with a minimum curriculum grade-point average of 2.0. Academic Foundation courses do not count toward the degree.
    Not resolved to a course
  2. The grade of C or better is required for all MAS and BIO courses in order to progress in the program.
    Not resolved to a course
  3. Massage Therapy: A minimum of 37-credit hours to include: Add to Portfolio (opens a new window) Print Course (opens a new window) MAS 111 - Introduction to Massage Therapy 1 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 1 Lec.This lecture course introduces students to the profession of massage therapy. Topics include a historical perspective of the field of massage therapy and its role in health care, as well as a survey of the various styles of bodywork. Students will receive instruction in the significance and implementation of Standard Precautions. Students will also develop research literacy as it applies to professional massage therapy practice. Note: This is not a hands-on course. Restricted to MAS students.Usually offered Fall semesterConcurrent Requirement: Pre-requisites that may be met concurrently: MAS 112, MAS 112L, MAS 113, MAS 113L, BIO 117/LClick here for the Class Schedule MAS 112 - Western Massage Therapy MAS 112L - Western Massage Therapy Lab MAS 113 - Myology MAS 113L - Myology Lab MAS 114 - Professionalism in Massage Therapy MAS 115 - Eastern Massage Therapy MAS 115L - Eastern Massage Therapy Lab MAS 116 - Kinesiology MAS 116L - Kinesiology Lab MAS 130 - Human Body Fundamentals for Massage Therapists MAS 215 - Neurology MAS 218 - Pathology for Massage Therapists MAS 218L - Massage for Pathological Conditions Lab MAS 219 - Massage Therapy Modalities MAS 219L - Massage Therapy Modalities Lab MAS 230 - Massage Practicum: Clinical Applications MAS 231 - Massage Practicum: Additional Clinical Applications
    Not resolved to a course
  4. Natural Science & Scientific Reasoning (NSCI) General Education: A minimum of 4-credit hours to include: BIO 117 - Human Biology BIO 117L - Human Biology Lab
    Not resolved to a course
  5. Communication – Written (COMW) and Communication - Oral (COMO) General Education: A minimum of 6-credit hours to include: ENG 101 - Writing I * General Education approved elective that meets COMO
    Not resolved to a course
  6. Social Sciences (SOCS) General Education: A minimum of 6-credit hours to include: PSY 110 - Introduction to Psychology PSY 210 - Lifespan Developmental Psychology
    Not resolved to a course
  7. Diversity: Equity, Inclusion & Social Justice (DVRS) General Education: A minimum of 3-credit hours to include: SOC 101 - Introduction to Sociology
    Not resolved to a course
  8. Mathematics & Quantitative Reasoning (MATH) General Education: A minimum of 3-credit hours to be chosen from: MAT 105 - Mathematics for Consumers OR MAT 106 - Contemporary Mathematics OR MAT 164 - Introduction to Statistics
    Not resolved to a course
  9. Health/Physical Education: A minimum of 2-credit hours to include: HED 214 - Advanced First Aid and CPR
    Not resolved to a course
  10. Business: A minimum of 3-credit hours to include: BUS 122 - Small Business Management
    Not resolved to a course

Typical Program

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    First Semester

    8 items
    1. MAS 111
      Introduction to Massage Therapy 1 Cr.
      Not resolved to a course
    2. MAS 112
      Western Massage Therapy 2 Cr.
      Not resolved to a course
    3. MAS 112L
      Western Massage Therapy Lab 2 Cr.
      Not resolved to a course
    4. MAS 113
      Myology 3 Cr.
      Not resolved to a course
    5. MAS 113L
      Myology Lab 2 Cr.
      Not resolved to a course
    6. BIO 117
      Human Biology
      As published: “Human Biology 4 Cr.”
      4
    7. BIO 117L
      Human Biology Lab
      As published: “Human Biology Lab 0 Cr.”
      0
    8. ENG 101
      Writing I
      As published: “Writing I 3 Cr.”
      3

    Second Semester

    6 items
    1. MAS 114
      Professionalism in Massage Therapy 2 Cr.
      Not resolved to a course
    2. MAS 115
      Eastern Massage Therapy 1 Cr.
      Not resolved to a course
    3. MAS 115L
      Eastern Massage Therapy Lab 2 Cr.
      Not resolved to a course
    4. MAS 130
      Human Body Fundamentals for Massage Therapists 4 Cr.
      Not resolved to a course
    5. HED 214
      Advanced First Aid and CPR 2 Cr.
      Not resolved to a course
    6. PSY 110
      Introduction to Psychology
      As published: “Introduction to Psychology 3 Cr.”
      3

    Third Semester

    8 items
    1. MAS 116
      Kinesiology 2 Cr.
      Not resolved to a course
    2. MAS 116L
      Kinesiology Lab 1 Cr.
      Not resolved to a course
    3. MAS 219
      Massage Therapy Modalities 1 Cr.
      Not resolved to a course
    4. MAS 219L
      Massage Therapy Modalities Lab 1 Cr.
      Not resolved to a course
    5. MAS 230
      Massage Practicum: Clinical Applications 3 Cr.
      Not resolved to a course
    6. BUS 122
      Small Business Management 3 Cr.
      Not resolved to a course
    7. PSY 210
      Lifespan Developmental Psychology
      As published: “Lifespan Developmental Psychology 3 Cr.”
      3
    8. Communication - Oral (COMO) General Education elective 3 Cr.
      Not resolved to a course

    Fourth Semester

    8 items
    1. MAS 215
      Neurology 3 Cr.
      Not resolved to a course
    2. MAS 218
      Pathology for Massage Therapists 3 Cr.
      Not resolved to a course
    3. MAS 218L
      Massage for Pathological Conditions Lab 1 Cr.
      Not resolved to a course
    4. MAS 231
      Massage Practicum: Additional Clinical Applications 3 Cr.
      Not resolved to a course
    5. MAT 105
      Mathematics for Consumers 3 Cr. OR
      Not resolved to a course
    6. MAT 106
      Contemporary Mathematics 3 Cr. OR
      Not resolved to a course
    7. MAT 164
      Introduction to Statistics 3 Cr.
      Not resolved to a course
    8. SOC 101
      Introduction to Sociology 3 Cr.
      Not resolved to a course

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