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Curriculum

Asian Bodywork and Therapeutic Massage Diploma(800 HOURS)

Program Courses and Descriptions

Asian Bodywork and Therapeutic Massage Diploma Program is an interdisciplinary program. This program requires analysis and synthesis of knowledge and skills of Western and Eastern science and bodywork. East-West Healing Arts Institute has an integrated curriculum. Our program includes thorough instruction in both Eastern and Western modalities of therapeutic massage and a rigorous course of study in Western science. You will appreciate differing perspectives and methods in your courses. You will gain an understanding of many systems of Asian body therapy. You will also experience real-world knowledge about professional ethics, massage law, and business fundamentals, skills essential to reach your career goals. The program totals 800 hours, 200 more than the minimum of 600 required by the state of Wisconsin for licensing. Our program exceeds requirements for applying for the national certification examination with the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork’s (NCBTMB). National certification is required for state licensing in Wisconsin and is recognized by most states throughout the country for licensure. Completion of this program can be attained in 10 months.

Eastern Massage Techniques and Theory I (127 hours)

  • Introduction to Traditional Chinese Massage - 8 hours
  • TuiNa: 50 Basic Techniques - 61 hours
  • Acupressure Point Location and Indication - 40 hours
  • Movement for Asian Bodywork and Therapeutic Massage - 18 hours

Western Massage Techniques and Theory I (52 hours)

  • Swedish Massage Techniques and Theory I - 40 hours
  • Psychology of Touch - 4 hours
  • Soft Skills - 4 hours
  • Special Populations - 4 hours

Eastern Massage Technique and Theory II (129 hours)

  • Advanced Acupressure Tool Techniques - 17 hours
  • Advanced Acupressure Point Location and Indication - 24 hours
  • Theory of Eastern Medicine - 56 hours
  • TuiNa for Medical Conditions - 32 hours

Western Massage Techniques and Theory Series II (36 hours)

  • Deep Tissue - 20 hours
  • Sports Massage - 8 hours
  • Hydrotherapy/Spa - 4 hours
  • Clinical Aromatherapy - 4 hours

Eastern Massage Technique and Theory III (36 hours)

  • Chai Qiao - 4 hours
  • Zen Shiatsu - 12 hours
  • Thai Massage - 12 hours
  • Foot Reflexology - 8 hours

Western Massage Techniques and Theory Series III (20 hours)

  • Integrated Craniosacal, Myofascial Bodywork - 20 hours


Hands-On Integration (168 hours)

  • Student Clinic - 130 hours
  • Community Outreach - 28 hours
  • TuiNa and Acupressure Internship - 10 hours

Western Science (172 hours)

  • Musculoskeletal Anatomy - 32 hours
  • Practical Anatomy - 12 hours
  • Clinical Pathology - 8 hours
  • Kinesiology and Body Structure Assessment - 40 hours
  • Anatomy and Physiology - 48 hours
  • Pathology - 32 hours

Ethics, Business and Law (60 hours)

  • Massage Ethics - 16 hours
  • Business Fundamentals and Law - 36 hours
  • National Licensure Exam Preparation - 8 hours
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