Through serious participation in the PMI program, graduates will have demonstrated their knowledge and understanding of the following
through a variety of assessments and practical application, fully prepared to pass the NCTMB Certification Exam, and capable of establishing
a successful career in massage therapy:Sports massage for event performance, training enhancement, and recovery from injuryOrthopedic
assessment and record keeping, including documentation for insuranceOn-site chair massageAssisting in chiropractic and rehabilitation
settingsAn introduction to work with the elderly and pregnancy massageAnatomy, Physiology, and Pathology, Structural KinesiologyIntroductory
hydrotherapyHealth care terminology and communication with the medical professionMarketing and public relationsRecord-keeping Professional
ethicsBasic wellness concepts, including nutrition, exercise, stress and time management, and prevention of overuse injuriesSpiritual
"journeys"Introductory theories of Eastern approach to healingIntroductory Spa ModalitiesHistory of massage therapy and research for
the future
PMI's Massage Therapy Training Program is an extensive program that includes 625 clock hours of theory and practical application
plus 100 clock hours of clinic and externship work experience. Clinic and Externship experience includes hours in a chiropractic office,
spa and health club settings, a retirement home, an athletic or sport event, and professional offices with on-site chair massage.
Prospective students should plan to commit 12 to 16 hours/week in-class and clinic time. Day and evening classes are scheduled in
an attempt to accommodate students with other work and family responsibilities. The two program schedule options have the same course
schedule to allow for occasional missed classes to be made-up within the same week.
Admissions@pamyotherapyinstitute.com
717-259-7000
