
Associate of Science in Massage Therapy
* An Associate of Science degree is considered a terminal degree. The decision on course transferability rests with the receiving institution.
Program Description
Keiser University’s Associate of Science degree in Massage Therapy provides comprehensive training in Swedish massage and incorporates courses in hydrotherapy, allied modalities, sports massage, spa theory, Florida Massage Law, ethical procedures and business practices.
Program Objective
The following objectives are designed to meet Keiser University’s mission and its objectives.
 | Provide students with hands-on training in massage therapy coupled with a comprehensive study of anatomy and physiology
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 | Instruct students in the dynamics of an effective massage
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 | Provide students with information about the professional nature of massage, including state licensing and code of ethics
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 | Introduce students to allied modalities used as supplements to basic massage therapy
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 | To assist graduates in obtaining employment as massage therapists
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Prerequisite for Major Courses:
 | Statement of good health signed by student, background check and drug screening where applicable |
Program Outline
To receive an Associate of Science degree in Massage Therapy, students must earn 70.0 credit hours. Program requirements are as follows.
| Massage Therapy Major Courses (46.0 credit hours) |
Body Systems |
6.0 credit hours |
Human Structure and Functions |
6.0 credit hours |
Legal and Ethical Business Practices |
6.0 credit hours |
Massage Theory |
4.0 credit hours |
Therapeutic Massage |
4.0 credit hours |
Allied Modalities |
4.0 credit hours |
Spa Theory/Hydrotherapy |
4.0 credit hours |
Structural Kinesiology |
4.0 credit hours |
Sports Massage |
4.0 credit hours |
Pathology |
4.0 credit hours |
General Education Courses (24.0 credit hours) (pdf file)
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* An Associate of Science Degree is considered a terminal degree and is not transferable.
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