Department Head William Dunn | William.Dunn@gvltec.edu | (864) 250-3054
Advisor Julie Gianelloni | Julie.Gianelloni@gvltec.edu | (864) 250-3004
The college that works for those who want to take a hands-on approach.
Health care is moving from a field devoted to treatment and focusing more on prevention. Skilled massage therapists can help clients deal with injuries, stress and a host of other problems, as well as promote well being. Respect for the profession is growing, and today many hospitals, physicians and chiropractors are recognizing the 
benefits of therapeutic massage.
In order to obtain a license in South Carolina, massage therapists must pass a certification examination before becoming licensed to practice. South Carolina requires a minimum of 500 hours of classroom training to become eligible to take the NCE or MBLex exam.
Greenville Tech's program, with more than 720 classroom and clinical hours led by experienced professionals, will prepare students for the exam. This preparation will include an understanding of how the structural, physiological and emotional components of the body are affected by massage, as well as the legal, financial and ethical aspects of the profession. Because massage is a healing art as well as a science, a successful student will be able to balance technical knowledge, clinical skills, sensitivity and awareness.
The program builds on a foundation of an in-depth study of Swedish massage techniques, and includes instruction on sports massage, sports injury and deep tissue, neuromuscular, and many other techniques. Course work is based on college-level anatomy and physiology. Each student is required to participate in our Massage clinics offered to the public.
A career as a massage therapist is physically challenging, yet also very rewarding because many clients often experience immediate results. Employment opportunities range from a doctor's office to a cruise ship to private practice. A therapist who continues to learn the latest techniques, uses discretion and upholds high standards can build a financially successful and personally gratifying practice.
Students may select from either a day track or evening track. All programs are part time; day tracks require three semesters and evening tracks require four. The evening track requires some Saturdays. See layout for more information. All options require the same required courses. You may also want to consider the Associate in Applied Science degree in General Technologies for Massage Therapy students. Required Massage Therapy courses are taught at Greenville Tech's Greer Campus .
Massage Therapy - certificate
Massage Therapy Admission Requirements
Technical Performance Standards
Aromatherapy
Prior to acceptance into the program students must attend a Career Talk session.
Professional Organizations
American Massage Therapy Association
Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals
Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards
National Certification for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork
South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation