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Massage Therapy - Sports Specialist - Tigard
Program Info
Massage Therapy - Sports Specialist
Sports massage, in the last few years, has seen a rapid growth in its demand. Athletes rave about the benefits of massage and the variety in which sports massage can be used.
The Massage Therapy Sports class program provides the basic knowledge, tools, ethics, and behaviors that will enable you to successfully practice as a massage therapist in sports clinics and other health care settings. You will gain in-depth educational skills that increase your knowledge and develop specialized techniques of massage.
A balance of academic knowledge, technical expertise, clinical skills and manual dexterity can provide you with a competitive advantage in the massage career field. You will acquire a solid base of knowledge through instruction and hands-on training in our well-rounded curriculum.
Massage Therapy Sports Class Training
You’ll receive massage training in the following areas:
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Kinesiology
- Swedish Full-body Massage
- Deep Tissue Massage
- Advanced Massage Techniques
- Seated Massage (Chair Massage Techniques)
- Positioning
- Draping
- Screening Techniques
- Record Keeping
Career Opportunities
The demand for massage is growing and will continue to grow as it becomes more and more intertwined with the mainstream medical community. More people are being referred to massage practitioners to recover from injuries and muscle and joint related medical problems.
You will have the practical experience to obtain employment as a massage therapist in a number of healthcare settings, including:
- Sports Clinics
- Chiropractic Offices
- Rehabilitation Clinics
- Health Spas
- Fitness Centers
- Sports Organizations
