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Sports Classes Start April 2, 2008

Massage Therapy (Advance Cources) for the National Certification

Sterling Health Center offers massage therapy cources in some of the most exciting and highly demanded specialty areas. In most cases, enrollment into these courses is limited solely to those currently attending or already having graduated from a Basic Massage Therapy program. Individuals that do not fit these descriptions but wish to attend these advanced courses must be approved by Sterling Health Center's Director of Education prior to enrollment.

Add a credential to your practice... Sterling Health Center is offering three Level II programs to further enhance your career opportunities. All Programs consist of 200—350 hours and will qualify you for the National Certification Test (NCBTMB). Once Certified in all hours, you will be able to enhance  your practice and have the skills to expand your Skills. You may qualify to transfer up to 70 hours towards your program. Flexible hours, days and nights allow you to sign up for almost any program at anytime during the year. Cost is only $13.00 per hour and can be paid monthly or loans through SallieMae Corp.  Text books, supplies and Application fees are not included. Please call or make an appointment with our Advance Class Coordinator at 972-991-9293 –3,3

1. those seeking National Certification by the (NCBTMB) and/or
2. interested in specialized advanced techniques in order to enhance their massage skills.

To get National Certification you have to complete a total of 500 hours of classes. If you have completed the Basic Massage Therapy Program you already have at least 300 hours. This is the curriculum for the remaining 200 hours need to get the National Certification.

National Certification Outline Curriculum: 200 hours

Core Classes: 90 Hours
Pathology
40 Hours
Kinesiology
50 Hours

Choose 110 hours from the following courses:

Pre-natal Massage
6 Hours
Infant Massage
6 Hours
Lymphatic Drainage Patterns
30 Hours
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
6 Hours
Communication Skills
6 Hours
Clinical Decision Making
6 Hours
Bottom Line in Business
6 Hours
Deep Tissue, Intro
6 Hours
Reflexology & Foot Massage
6 Hours
Tui Na Massage
6 Hours
Music and Massage
6 Hours
Craiosacral Therapy
12 Hours
Craniosacral Therapy, Intro
6 Hours
Myofascial Release 6 Hours
Shiatsu Massage, Intro
6 Hours
Thai Massage
30 Hours
Traumatic Injuries
18 Hours
*Massage Techniques
75 Hours

*If you choose "Massage Techniques" then select "Medical" or "Sports" for the specialty courses.

Medical Specialty Courses
(Starts: March 6-May 7, Day Time Courses 9-3pm)

Cancer Patient Massage 20 Hours
Myofacial Release 6 Hours
Geriatric Massage 16 Hours
NMT Tech. Intro 30 Hours
Eastern Modalities 3 Hours

Sports Specialty Courses
(Starts: April 2-July 22, Night Courses 6-10pm)

Trigger Points, Intro. 6 Hours
Total Body Stretching 6 Hours
Sports Injuries 6 Hours
Deep Tissue Advance 12 Hours
Lymphatic Drainage 12 Hours
Postural Assessment 15 Hours
Sports Massage Skill Development 18 Hours

You can also take Neuromuscular Therapy to get your National Certification.
Click HERE for more information on NMT!

If you are interested in signing up for the National Certification courses, you can reach us at:
(972) 991-9293 Ext. 33