"I just want to thank you for designing an education program that works. I have encountered so many clients in my practice that have said something to the effect of, "You are the first massage therapist I've come across that can answer any of my questions." Someone just the other day said their previous massage therapist left her covered in bruises the day before her wedding day and told her "it was supposed to be like that." ?!?!"
"So this Thanksgiving, among other things, I am immensely grateful for the education I received at AAIMT. Thank you for that."
-AAIMT Graduate,
L. Iwema
Our Program
Our massage therapy program is 800-Clock Hour accredited by COMTA. It includes 80 hours of online coursework in the following areas:
- AIDS / Universal Precautions*
- Alternative Health Modalities*
- Aromatherapy
- Business / Practice Building
- Clinical Documentation & Student Clinic
- Endocrine & Reproductive Systems*
- Geriatric Massage
- Infant Massage
- Medical Terminology
- Pathology
- Common Skin Disorders
- Pregnancy Massage*
- Professional / Business Ethics
- Shiatsu Information*
- Skeletal Markings of the Appendicular & Axial Skeleton
- Stress Management*
* These classes will be reviewed with hands-on or lecture in the classroom.
One clock hour equals 55 minutes plus a five-minute break. The program consists of two semesters over a 12 month period. Each semester is approximately 25 weeks. Programs start in September and February of each calendar year.
Classes are conveniently scheduled to allow the student to attend on a part-time basis, while working full-time. At AAIMT you receive a complete program including full courses in therapies which are rarely included in a beginning massage therapy program.
As class size is limited, we strongly recommend you submit your completed application, arrange for your interview and then register as early as possible to ensure a space for the program you choose.
Upon completion of our Massage Therapy Program with additional 80 hours on-line, you will be awarded a Diploma in Massage Therapy. Upon graduation, specialty certificates will be awarded to those who successfully complete the Myofascial Therapy, Neuromuscular Therapy and Sports & Orthopedic Massage course-work and exams, graduates are also presented with a official transcript.