Diploma Programs

Therapeutic Massage Training Program

This Program prepares students to become successful practicing bodyworkers. The program exceeds standards set by most state and municipal governments for licensing.

The Therapeutic Massage Training Program teaches the art and science of massage therapy, while also teaching sound business practices which prepare students for success in the marketplace.

Students learn both Eastern and Western theory and technique, how to treat specific pain and dysfunction, as well as a holistic approach to health and healing.

Students learn basic massage theory and technique. Students are taught an Eastern paradigm of body therapies which includes Shiatsu and Acupressure. Students also learn contemporary modalities such as structural bodywork, trigger point therapy & rehabilitation massage, sports massage, and cranial sacral therapy.

Florida College of Natural Health teaches Anatomy and Physiology in order for students to have a solid technical, scientific understanding of the body and a way to communicate with other health care professionals. Florida College of Natural Health not only prepares students to become proficient bodyworkers, but also trains students to become successful in the marketplace.

Program Objectives:
To prepare students for the Florida State Board/ National Certification Exam for licensure as a Licensed Massage Therapist. Upon licensure, graduates seek employment as entry-level Massage Therapists.

Skin Care Training Program

This program combines education in a holistic approach to skin care with other valuable training in the areas of hair removal, makeup artistry, spa therapies, basic facial massage techniques, skin physiology and histology, and general business development.

Program Objectives:
To develop in students the skills necessary to become a Registered Facial Specialist in the State of Florida and to meet the needs of the skin care community. Graduates will have a thorough working knowledge of the skin and all its elements including but not limited to structure and function, as well as the theory behind the use of basic skin care treatments. Graduates will be prepared to enter the exciting field of skin care as entry-level Registered Facial Specialists.

Skin Care and Electrology Training Program*

This program combines education in the holistic approach to skin care with the necessary skills to practice electrolysis. Students will learn makeup artistry, mask therapy, and general business development. Further, this program is designed to provide the comprehensive theory a student needs to become a competent practitioner in the field of permanent hair removal. The Electrology program includes classes in histology with emphasis on the skin and hair, classes in the theory and use of electricity in the field of permanent hair removal, as well as a background in disease and infection control. The clinical hands-on curriculum provides the practical training necessary to develop competent techniques.

Program Objectives:
To develop in students the skills necessary to become a Registered Facial Specialist in the State of Florida and to provide students with the skills and knowledge required to obtain licensure in the State of Florida as an Electrologist. To provide students with knowledge of the skin, hair, electricity, infection control and business practices in order to obtain entry-level employment in a doctor's office, spa, salon or private practice.

*Not available in Sarasota

Associate of Science Degree Programs

Associate of Science in Natural Health
Concentration in Advanced Therapeutic Massage Training

This program is an advanced multidisciplinary approach to bodywork preparing students to holistically practice massage therapy in a variety of therapeutic environments within the industry. This program includes the complete Therapeutic Massage Training Program. In addition, modalityspecific assessments enhance the student's effectiveness with clinical analysis, intuition and application of advanced techniques in the following: Myokinetic techniques, Hydrotherapy spa treatments, sports injury management, and rehabilitative protocols.

Program Objectives:
To prepare students for the Florida State Board/National Certification Exam for licensure as a Licensed Massage Therapist. The program is designed to equip students with massage theory and techniques beyond entry-level.

Associate of Science in Natural Health
Concentration in Therapeutic Massage and Skin Care

This program offers students dual training in massage therapy and skin care. The Therapeutic Massage Training Program teaches the art and science of massage therapy, while also teaching students sound business skills. The Skin Care Training Program provides training in the holistic approach to skin care.

Program Objectives:
To provide students with the required hours, course offerings and knowledge base to sit for the Florida state licensing exams for massage therapy and skin care. To train students to be equally skilled in offering services as an entrylevel Licensed Massage Therapist and entrylevel Registered Facial Specialist. The duallyskilled individual will have the knowledge and understanding of both theory and hands-on techniques in each field, and will be qualified to pursue job opportunities in the spa industry that require the ability to practice in both fields.

Associate of Science in Natural Health
Concentration in Advanced Paramedical Skin Care

This program prepares the student with the necessary skills to be employed in a medical or advanced clinical skin care environment. The courses provide an integrated training in both clinical and holistic skin care. Hands-on skills include microdermabrasion, advanced skin care peels, camouflage makeup, vitamin therapies, ayurvedic facial treatments, herbology and aromatherapy blending labs. Classes are offered in product ingredient knowledge, medical terminology, pre- and post- operative treatments, clinical dermatology and dermal oncology, as well as career development skills.

Program Objectives:
To provide students with advanced skin care training marketable in the medical, spa, salon, and private practice arenas. The goal is to equip paramedical students with skin care theory and techniques beyond entry level. Emphasis will be placed on areas applicable to cosmetic surgery, reconstructive surgery, dermato-pathology and camouflage makeup.