Massage Therapy

MASSAGE THERAPY

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

Begin your career as a licensed massage therapist at Chic Image Academy in Tampa, Florida. Our 500-hour Massage Therapy Diploma Program blends anatomy, physiology, and hands-on training with the latest massage techniques.

With small class sizes, professional equipment, and bilingual instruction (English/Spanish), we prepare you for Florida state certification and a rewarding career in wellness and health.

Our Massage Therapy Diploma Program is designed to prepare students with the technical skills, professional standards, and hands-on training needed to succeed in today’s growing health and wellness industry. Through a balanced curriculum of anatomy, physiology, massage theory, and supervised clinical practice, students will gain the ability to:

Relieve muscle tension, stress, and spasms

Improve client wellness through safe, effective massage techniques

Apply targeted methods for the neck, back, and sciatic areas

Integrate both relaxation and therapeutic massage modalities

Maintain high standards of ethics and professionalism in client care

Upon completion, graduates earn a Massage Therapy Diploma and are eligible to apply for Florida state licensure to begin their professional practice.

Curriculum Highlights

  • Anatomy & Physiology (150 hrs) – Foundations of human body systems

  • Massage History & Theory (100 hrs) – Principles and core massage techniques

  • Allied Modalities (76 hrs) – Specialized therapies and methods

  • Hydrotherapy (15 hrs) – Water-based treatments

  • Florida Laws & Rules (10 hrs) – Legal guidelines for massage practice

  • Professional Ethics (4 hrs) – Standards for client care and professionalism

  • Clinical Practicum (125 hrs) – Real-world, supervised massage practice

Career Opportunities

Graduates can pursue careers as:

    • Licensed Massage Therapists

    • Spa & Wellness Practitioners

    • Sports & Rehabilitation Massage Specialists

    • Holistic Health Providers

    • Independent Business Owners

Hours

Full time 40hrs/week

Part Time 20hrs/week

 

Months to Completion

Full Time 4 months 

Part time 8 months 

Weeks to Completion

Full Time: 17 wks.

Part Time: 34 weeks

Program Length

Clock Hours: 500

Theory Hours: 155

Lab Hours: 345

Total Hours: 500

Program Costs

Tuition: $7,500.00

Registration Fee: $100.00

Application for Admissions Fee: $50.00

Books & Supplies: $300.00

Other Costs: $400.00

Total Program Cost: $8,350.00