Course Info
Massage Therapy Program - 750 Hours
SUBJECTS & HOURS REQUIRED
Anatomy and Physiology - 111
Kinesiology - 87
Pathology - 72
Introduction to Massage Therapy - 8
Introduction to Body and Table Mechanics - 16
Table Stretches - 26
Massage Techniques - 54
Introduction Classes - Various Modalities - 200
Student Clinic - 100
Health and Hygiene - 8
Medical Record Keeping - 16
The Business of Massage - 44
First Aid/CPR - 8
ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY
This course provides a solid foundation of the workings of the human body. It covers all the systems of the body and how they relate to one another. An emphasis of massage’s influence on each system is highlighted.
KINESIOLOGY
This course teaches all the muscles and movements of the human body. Students will palpate and locate various muscles. Students will understand movement in relation to posture, injury and general body mechanics.
PATHOLOGY
This course explores the common pathologies of each body system with specific focus on how it relates to massage. We will discuss disease and dysfunction in relation to the body system. Each student will be required to submit a report on a chosen pathology.
THEORY AND PRACTICE
These courses give students an overview of massage, teach basic massage techniques and demonstrate advanced techniques to increase student awareness of multiple modalities. The Theory and Practice component of the program is primarily hands-on with a focus on creating a solid foundation for massage and the knowledge to expand.
Classes included in the Theory and Practice segment can include:
❖ Introduction to Massage Therapy
❖ Introduction to Body and Table Mechanics
❖ Stretching
❖ Massage Techniques
❖ Introduction to Orthopedic Massage
❖ Introduction to Deep Tissue Massage
❖ Pre-natal Massage
❖ Cupping
❖ Sports Massage
❖Introduction to Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation
❖Hydrotherapy and Spa Applications
❖Introduction to Hot Stone Massage
❖ Student Clinic
CLINICAL AND BUSINESS PRACTICES
This course covers all aspects of running a successful massage therapy practice. Students learn the laws and ethics of massage. Students, over the course of the year, will create a business plan tailored to each student’s career goals. Students will learn about business entities, tax laws, bookkeeping, record keeping and management. Student clinic is run similarly to a day spa and will give students the opportunity to experience running a massage business.
Classes included in the Clinical and Business Practices segment include:
❖ Health and Hygiene
❖ Medical Records
❖The Business of Massage
❖Ethics
❖Student clinic
Financing and Payment
In-House Payment Plan
Bluegrass Massage Institute offers an in-house payment plan. Details are outlined in the following chart:
| Option A | Option B | Option C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deposit (due upon Acceptance | $500 | $500 | $500 |
| First Payment (due the 15th of the month prior to program start date) | $12,250 | $1,250 | $250 |
| Subsequent payments (due the 15th of the month until paid off) | None | $1,250 for 9 additional months | $250 for 9 months (during school) and $400 after, beginning the month of graduation |
| Total paid | $12,750 | $13,000 | $13,500 |
| Financing Fee Paid | none | $250 | $750 |
| Interest | 0% | 0% if paid on time | 0% if paid on time |
If a student applies and is accepted in the month before the program, both the deposit and the first payment will be due. Students may pay off the balance at any time with no pre-payment penalty however, they will not be given a discount on the financing fee. However, if a student who has elected to use Option C decides to pay off the balance prior to the 15th of the month before graduation, that student will be credited $250.00, making the full amount paid the same as option B. No interest is assessed on the payment plans unless a student misses a due date or payment is returned NSF. Upon the first missed due date, a late fee of $10.00 per day will be assessed beginning the 16th of the month until the payment is made. Upon the second missed due date, the outstanding balance will be subject to a 12% interest rate for the duration of the payment plan. Bluegrass Massage Institute uses ACH for all payments. A checking account is required. If a student prefers to pay with a credit card, a 3% fee will be added.
Tuition includes student liability insurance , books, all supplies required for class, and three BMI t-shirts. Tuition does not include massage table, Kentucky Board of licensure for Massage Therapy licensing fee, First Aid/CPR, monthly professional massages, or FSMTB (MBLEx) testing fees.
Refund Policy
All application fees will be refunded to students who are not accepted.
All deposits will be refunded if a student withdraws enrollment within five (5) days of signing the school contract, as long as the training has not begun.
After five (5) days, all money paid except a $100.00 processing fee will be refunded.
The following refund schedule will apply to students who have started the program:
| Percentage of Program Completed | Amount of NONREFUNDABLE Tuition |
|---|---|
| One Week up to 10% | 10% |
| More than one week but less than 25% | 25% |
| 25%-50% | 50% |
| More than 50% | 100% |
Any refundable monies will be returned within 30 days of the last recorded day of attendance based on the following:
❖ Written notice of student’s intent to discontinue the program
❖ Termination due to violation of school policy
❖When a student fails to attend school for a 30 day period without notice
Yearly Course Dates
Spring Course: Beginning in March
Fall Course: Beginning in September
Course Catalog
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