Northern Virginia School of Therapeutic Massage - Intensive Massage Therapy Program
 The real massage experience you will receive from the Northern Virginia School of Therapeutic Massage creates an inner confidence and personal momentum.
Northern Virginia School of Therapeutic Massage prepares students to become successful massage therapists through an integrative approach to science, massage and bodywork. Students will gain a strong foundation in anatomy, physiology, and massage techniques to prepare them in the field of massage therapy. Graduates of the Northern Virginia School of Therapeutic Massage will be thoroughly prepared to sit for the
National Certification Exam for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork.
Class Hours: The intensive 525 hour massage therapy program is completed in 6 months.
Massage Therapy Class Schedules
| Massage Therapy Class Start Date |
Graduation Date |
| June 8, 2010 |
December 7, 2010 |
| September 2, 2010 |
March 2, 2011 |
| December 8, 2010 |
June 6, 2011 |
| March 3, 2011 |
September 1, 2011 |
*Massage therapy class start dates are subject to change.
Program Summary:
Massage Therapy Course Descriptions
Location and Facilities: Northern Virginia School of Therapeutic Massage is located at 200 Little Falls Street, Suite 303 Falls Church VA 22046, less than 1 mile from the East Falls Church metro. The school is well equipped with massage tables, white boards, anatomy charts, skeletons, flat screen monitors, overhead projectors, and massage lotions. A reference library is available to the students.
Overview of Classes: An Instructor will deliver the courses to the students through a combination of Lecture and Bodywork. The Lecture sessions will consist of the Instructor's verbal delivery of the course subject matter to the students. During the Bodywork sessions the Instructor will demonstrate massage techniques and then students will pair off and will practice the massage techniques (under Instructor supervision). During Lecture and Bodywork sessions, student questions and participation are encouraged. Our student/teacher ratio is no more than 12/1, and if needed, a teacher's assistant may be present.
Graduation: Students must complete and pass all required courses and tuition must be paid in full. Transcripts and certificates will be mailed within two weeks of the graduation date.
Employment Assistance: Northern Virginia School of Therapeutic Massage offers job placement upon graduation, however, we do not guarantee job placement after completing the program. We maintain a list of job opportunities as they become available and after graduation students can contact the School's staff for guidance obtaining employment and obtaining letters of recommendation.
Mission: Northern Virginia School of Therapeutic Massage provides an opportunity for one to obtain an education in all aspects of massage therapy, develop the necessary skills to sit for the National Certification Exam and obtain employment as a massage therapist.
Objective: The purpose of the Northern Virginia School of Therapeutic Massage is to deliver the highest quality education to our students. Graduates of the school will be thoroughly prepared for a successful career in professional massage therapy, and to sit for the National Certification Exam for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork. During the six month (525 hour) program the majority of the student's time will be spent in class receiving hands on instruction from the teacher and a portion of the student's time will be spent providing a supervised massage therapy service to the general public. The curriculum will be evaluated and revised at regular intervals to maintain the program's effectiveness and to evolve with changes in industry standards.
Philosophy: Northern Virginia School of Therapeutic Massage prepares students to become successful massage therapists through an integrative approach to health and wellness. Students will gain a strong foundation in anatomy, physiology, massage theory and technique to prepare them in the field of massage therapy. An environment conducive to learning and an expansive curriculum is provided, so students have the education and training to become skilled, perceptive, and ethical massage therapists. Qualified, expert instructors offer students a variety of classic and innovative ways to understand all concepts of massage. The potential in massage therapy is endless; massage therapists can work in medical settings, spas, cruise ships, hotels, health clubs, and private practice. The program allows students to learn and grow personally, professionally, and academically in one of the fastest growing fields in the health care industry.
School Dress Code and Hygiene: Clothing should be loose, comfortable and clean. No low-cut or mid-drift shirts, tight jeans, short skirts/shorts, or dangling jewelry. Shoes should be worn at all times; socks must be worn if you choose not to wear shoes. All students are required to practice good personal hygiene and shower before coming to class. Nails should be kept clean and short.
Holidays and Breaks: New Years Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Thanksgiving Day, and the Week of Christmas.
All other breaks will be announces before each start date.
Instructional Faculty Office Hours: During the time, which the program is being offered a student in the program, can schedule a meeting with an instructor from 3:15 PM to 4:15 PM Monday through Thursday.
Textbooks:
- Trail Guide to the Body Textbook Third Edition by Andrew Biel
- Trail Guide to the Body Student Handbook Third Edition by Andrew Biel
- Theory and Practice of Therapeutic Massage Fourth Edition by Mark F. Beck
Student Policies:
Attendance: Students are expected to attend every class and to be punctual. All students must maintain a minimum of 85% attendance average and complete the program in the maximum timeframe to meet SAP requirements. The maximum time frame a student has to complete is 150% of the program length. If a student misses more than 85% of the program, he/she will not receive certification and can be dismissed. It is the responsibility of the student to get any material or subject matter missed due to absences. Classes and hours cannot be made up unless the absence is an excused absence. Make up work will be determined on a case-by-case basis.
Excused Absences: An excused absence has to be approved by the Director of Education. Excused absences can be made up; a “make-up” will be an assignment on material missed, given by the instructor.
Acedemic Progress: Students must maintain a 70% average in theory and practical in order to be considered making satisfactory academic progress. If a student falls below a 70%, tutoring is available. Tutoring is $25/ hour. Theory and practical work will be graded according to the following scale:
- 90 - 100 = A
- 80 - 89 = B
- 70 - 79 = C
- 69 and below is failing.
Probation: Students will be put on probation if they do not meet attendance, grade, or conduct requirements. Students failing to meet satisfactory academic progress or conduct requirements will be placed on probation for one month with the opportunity to meet requirements for the next evaluation period. During probation, students are considered to be making satisfactory academic progress. At the end of the probationary period, the student’s progress will be re-evaluated. If the student is meeting minimum requirements in both attendance and academics, he or she will be determined to be making satisfactory academic progress. If the student fails to meet minimum requirements, he or she may be terminated from the program. No more than 3 probationary periods will be allowed during the program.
Withdrawals: All withdrawals must be made in writing. Students will be responsible for unattended classes until a written letter of withdrawal is received. No refunds can be made if a student has attended 75% or more of the program. Students who have attended less than 75% of the program will receive a refund check within 30 days (see refund policy). Any student who withdrawals from the program or fails to complete training will have a notice placed in his or her file as to the progress at the point of withdrawal. A student making satisfactory academic progress at the point of withdrawal may apply for re-enrollment in the school and will be considered to be making satisfactory academic progress at the point of re-entry. A student failing to meet minimum satisfactory academic progress at the point of withdrawal will be placed on probation for one month when accepted for re-enrollment.
Dismissals: Students can be dismissed from the program if the following requirements are not met:
- Failure to maintain 70% GPA
- Failure to meet attendance policy
- Failure to pay tuition
- Inappropriate or potentially dangerous conduct
Refund Policy: An applicant not accepted to the program will receive a full refund less the $50 application fee. An applicant has 3 days after signing the enrollment agreement (but only before the first day of class) to provide written notice of withdrawal from the program and then the student will receive a full refund excluding the non-refundable $50 application fee (this policy applies whether the student has received training or not). If an applicant provides written notice of a withdrawal 3 days after enrollment the student will receive a full refund excluding the non-refundable $50 application fee and a cancellation fee of $100. The withdrawal date will be determined by the postmark or by the date of personal delivery. On the first day of class, an applicant is considered a student and once a student starts the program the application fee, books, and supplies are nonrefundable. After the first day of class, a student can cancel the enrollment agreement by providing a written notice of withdrawal from program and will then receive a refund based on the prorated hours accrued by the student (see below). Any money due to a student who unofficially withdraws shall be refunded within 30 days of a determination by the school that the student has withdrawn without notifying the school. Unofficial withdraws are determined by monitoring students attendance once a month. If a program or course is cancelled subsequent to a student’s enrollment, and before instruction has begun, the school shall provide a refund of all monies paid or completion of the program is provided. Students who do not return form a leave of absence; the last date of leave is used as the termination date.The refund calculation is as follows:
| HOURS | REFUND |
| 1-131 hours | 75% |
| 132-262 hours | 50% |
| 263-394 hours | 25% |
| 395-525 hours | 0% |
Leave of Absences: The Director of Education must approve a leave of absence, and arrangements will be made to reenter the program. Students returning from a leave of absence must return to school in the same satisfactory academic progress as they had prior to their departure. If a student does not return at the agreed upon time, the student will be dismissed from the program and may have to re-apply.
Reentry: Students can re-apply by submitting a request to the Director of Education.
If they have been dismissed or withdrawn from the program, students are readmitted on an individual basis, and a $50 reapplication fee may apply.
Student Conduct: Students are expected to behave with professional, ethical, and honest conduct at all times. Inappropriate behavior will not be tolerated; and such behavior will cause a student to be reprimanded and/or dismissed from the program. A student may be dismissed for any conduct such as, but not limited to:
- Cheating, forgery, plagiarism, or theft
- Any verbal, physical, sexual, or racial harassment
- Possession/use of illegal drugs, alcohol, or weapons
Non-discrimination Policy: Northern Virginia School of Therapeutic Massage prohibits discrimination against current and prospective students and employees on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender or sexual orientation.
Student Records: SStudent records are kept confidential and will not be released or published as “directory information” without written consent from the student. The school shall provide and permit access to student’s records as required for any accreditation process initiated by the institution, NACCAS or licensing body. Students have the right to all records on file. Official Transcripts and Diplomas are available upon request at a cost of $3.00 for each transcript and each certificate.
Cell Phones: All cell phones must be turned off during class.
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